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Scientists Develop New Approach to Capture Gravitational Wave Memory from Supernovae
A study published in Physical Review Letters highlights new methods to detect the gravitational wave memory effect, a unique phenomenon predicted by Einstein's general relativity. Core-collapse supernovae (massive stellar explosions) generate these low-frequency gravitational waves, offering a rare glimpse into stellar interiors. Despite their weak...
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Opinion | Congress' Troll Politics Leads To MVA's Downfall In Maharashtra
The Maharashtra mandate is a rare phenomenon and a powerful lesson, prompting political parties, analysts, and commentators to return to the drawing board. This paradigm shift will take time to fully comprehend - and what a shift it has been!
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James Webb Space Telescope Finds First Evidence of Einstein Zig-Zag Phenomenon In a Distant Quasar
Data from the James Webb Space Telescope has revealed the first-ever Einstein zig-zag, where light from quasar J1721+8842 bends through two distinct warped space-time regions. Six mirrored images of the quasar and a faint Einstein ring confirm this rare lensing effect. Scientists believe this discovery could help resolve critical issues in cosmolog...
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NASA's Swift Observatory Discovers Twin Black Holes Disturbing Galactic Gas Clouds
NASA's Swift Observatory has recorded a unique signal from two orbiting black holes interacting with a gas cloud in a distant galaxy. This phenomenon, called AT 2021hdr, is marked by recurring gas disturbances due to the black holes' orbit, which astronomers believe could eventually lead to their merger. Observations continue, promising insights in...
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In Pics: Auroras Seen In Unlikely Locations Globally 2nd Time This Year
People across time zones, in several parts of the world ranging from London to Ladakh, were mesmerized to catch a glimpse of the rare celestial phenomenon, Aurora Borealis on Thursday.
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The Ultimate Travel Guide To Witness The Rare Neelakurinji Flower In The Nilgiris That Blooms Once In 12 Years
The rare Neelakurinji flower has bloomed after 12 years and made for the perfect reason to visit this stunning natural phenomenon
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Earth Might Gain Another Moon Temporarily as a Small Asteroid Could Begin Orbit It, Claims Study
Earth might gain another Moon, a miniature one, due to a rare phenomenon called gravitational trapping. Carlos de la Fuente Marcos and Raúl de la Fuente Marcos, researchers from Universidad Complutense de Madrid, have announced an intriguing celestial event. A small asteroid, named 2024 PT5, is set to become Earth's temporary mini-moon for appro...
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Saturn Rings Will Disappear Next Year in a Rare Celestial Event
Saturn's rings, one of the most unique features of our solar system, are set to become nearly invisible in March 2025. This rare phenomenon will occur due to Saturn's unique axial tilt, which will align the rings edge-on with Earth's line of sight. The result is a brief period where these majestic rings will be almost unobservable from our planet. ...
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Rare Supermoon Blue Moon To Occur On August 19: All You Need To Know
This Supermoon will be visible on 19 August and will appear full in the sky for three days. It is expected to be seen at 11:56 pm IST on Monday.
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NASA Shares Stunning Pic Of Rare "Gigantic Jets" Spotted Over Himalayas
NASA regularly shares stunning images from our universe, leaving the space lovers mesmerised. This time, the American space agency shared a captivating image showing gigantic jets soaring from a thunderstorm towards the Himalayas in China and Bhutan.
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Monsoon Reaches Kerala And Northeast Together. Last Time Was In...
Cyclone Remal, which formed in the Bay of Bengal, has led to India witnessing a rare phenomenon with the monsoon setting in simultaneously over Kerala and most parts of the northeast.
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Bengaluru To Witness Zero Shadow Day Tomorrow. What It Means
Bengaluru residents are in for a celestial treat. They will witness a rare phenomenon called 'Zero Shadow Day' on Wednesday.
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Total Solar Eclipse On April 8: Time, Duration And How To Watch It Live Online
Total Solar Eclipse 2024: A solar eclipse is an astronomical phenomenon where the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun and blocks the Sun's light either entirely or partially.
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Watch: Astrophotographer Captures Extremely Rare Aurora Curls Illuminating The Night Sky
An astrophotographer recently captured a super rare weather phenomenon on a trip to Iceland. Taking to Instagram, astrophotographer Jeff Dai shared a video of rippling green aurora curls dancing in the night sky above Iceland.
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Yosemite Firefall Erupts In Fire, Viral Video Captures Rare Winter Illusion
This natural phenomenon has evolved into a highly sought-after spectacle, drawing the attention of nature enthusiasts and photographers alike.
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Scientists Develop New Approach to Capture Gravitational Wave Memory from Supernovae
A study published in Physical Review Letters highlights new methods to detect the gravitational wave memory effect, a unique phenomenon predicted by Einstein's general relativity. Core-collapse supernovae (massive stellar explosions) generate these low-frequency gravitational waves, offering a rare glimpse into stellar interiors. Despite their weak...
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Opinion | Congress' Troll Politics Leads To MVA's Downfall In Maharashtra
The Maharashtra mandate is a rare phenomenon and a powerful lesson, prompting political parties, analysts, and commentators to return to the drawing board. This paradigm shift will take time to fully comprehend - and what a shift it has been!
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James Webb Space Telescope Finds First Evidence of Einstein Zig-Zag Phenomenon In a Distant Quasar
Data from the James Webb Space Telescope has revealed the first-ever Einstein zig-zag, where light from quasar J1721+8842 bends through two distinct warped space-time regions. Six mirrored images of the quasar and a faint Einstein ring confirm this rare lensing effect. Scientists believe this discovery could help resolve critical issues in cosmolog...
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NASA's Swift Observatory Discovers Twin Black Holes Disturbing Galactic Gas Clouds
NASA's Swift Observatory has recorded a unique signal from two orbiting black holes interacting with a gas cloud in a distant galaxy. This phenomenon, called AT 2021hdr, is marked by recurring gas disturbances due to the black holes' orbit, which astronomers believe could eventually lead to their merger. Observations continue, promising insights in...
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In Pics: Auroras Seen In Unlikely Locations Globally 2nd Time This Year
People across time zones, in several parts of the world ranging from London to Ladakh, were mesmerized to catch a glimpse of the rare celestial phenomenon, Aurora Borealis on Thursday.
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The Ultimate Travel Guide To Witness The Rare Neelakurinji Flower In The Nilgiris That Blooms Once In 12 Years
The rare Neelakurinji flower has bloomed after 12 years and made for the perfect reason to visit this stunning natural phenomenon
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Earth Might Gain Another Moon Temporarily as a Small Asteroid Could Begin Orbit It, Claims Study
Earth might gain another Moon, a miniature one, due to a rare phenomenon called gravitational trapping. Carlos de la Fuente Marcos and Raúl de la Fuente Marcos, researchers from Universidad Complutense de Madrid, have announced an intriguing celestial event. A small asteroid, named 2024 PT5, is set to become Earth's temporary mini-moon for appro...
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Saturn Rings Will Disappear Next Year in a Rare Celestial Event
Saturn's rings, one of the most unique features of our solar system, are set to become nearly invisible in March 2025. This rare phenomenon will occur due to Saturn's unique axial tilt, which will align the rings edge-on with Earth's line of sight. The result is a brief period where these majestic rings will be almost unobservable from our planet. ...
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Rare Supermoon Blue Moon To Occur On August 19: All You Need To Know
This Supermoon will be visible on 19 August and will appear full in the sky for three days. It is expected to be seen at 11:56 pm IST on Monday.
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NASA Shares Stunning Pic Of Rare "Gigantic Jets" Spotted Over Himalayas
NASA regularly shares stunning images from our universe, leaving the space lovers mesmerised. This time, the American space agency shared a captivating image showing gigantic jets soaring from a thunderstorm towards the Himalayas in China and Bhutan.
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Monsoon Reaches Kerala And Northeast Together. Last Time Was In...
Cyclone Remal, which formed in the Bay of Bengal, has led to India witnessing a rare phenomenon with the monsoon setting in simultaneously over Kerala and most parts of the northeast.
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Bengaluru To Witness Zero Shadow Day Tomorrow. What It Means
Bengaluru residents are in for a celestial treat. They will witness a rare phenomenon called 'Zero Shadow Day' on Wednesday.
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Total Solar Eclipse On April 8: Time, Duration And How To Watch It Live Online
Total Solar Eclipse 2024: A solar eclipse is an astronomical phenomenon where the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun and blocks the Sun's light either entirely or partially.
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Watch: Astrophotographer Captures Extremely Rare Aurora Curls Illuminating The Night Sky
An astrophotographer recently captured a super rare weather phenomenon on a trip to Iceland. Taking to Instagram, astrophotographer Jeff Dai shared a video of rippling green aurora curls dancing in the night sky above Iceland.
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Yosemite Firefall Erupts In Fire, Viral Video Captures Rare Winter Illusion
This natural phenomenon has evolved into a highly sought-after spectacle, drawing the attention of nature enthusiasts and photographers alike.
