Sunday, April 20
At A Glance
Society & Culture
> What is a Disney adult?
> A look at a NASCAR pit crew.
> How Coachella took the Woodstock look.
> Gutai: the Japanese precursor to Western performance art.
> Eighty artists on their favorite Bob Dylan songs.
World History
> What did gladiators do after they retired?
> How the ancient Egyptians created the first hour.
> The railroads that preceded the Panama Canal.
> Ancient Mayan dentistry, 101.
> What caused World War I?
Business & Finance
> The super wealthy who want to be taxed more.
> Retail investors and the GameStop short squeeze.
> Comparing the value of bitcoin and ether.
> The connections between Silicon Valley and Burning Man.
> How Amazon uses the "flywheel effect."
Health & Medicine
> Why common colds are as ubiquitous as they were a century ago.
> The overlooked physical causes of insomnia.
> The resurgence of Black Lung disease.
> What do we really know about near-death experiences?
> Visualizing the anatomy of a normal joint.
Science & Technology
> How the cosmic microwave background was confused with bird poop.
> What makes a computer, a computer?
> The best pictures of Mars from space.
> A timeline of Google's growth.
> The long history of the Cybertruck.
> What is a Disney adult?
> A look at a NASCAR pit crew.
> How Coachella took the Woodstock look.
> Gutai: the Japanese precursor to Western performance art.
> Eighty artists on their favorite Bob Dylan songs.
World History
> What did gladiators do after they retired?
> How the ancient Egyptians created the first hour.
> The railroads that preceded the Panama Canal.
> Ancient Mayan dentistry, 101.
> What caused World War I?
Business & Finance
> The super wealthy who want to be taxed more.
> Retail investors and the GameStop short squeeze.
> Comparing the value of bitcoin and ether.
> The connections between Silicon Valley and Burning Man.
> How Amazon uses the "flywheel effect."
Health & Medicine
> Why common colds are as ubiquitous as they were a century ago.
> The overlooked physical causes of insomnia.
> The resurgence of Black Lung disease.
> What do we really know about near-death experiences?
> Visualizing the anatomy of a normal joint.
Science & Technology
> How the cosmic microwave background was confused with bird poop.
> What makes a computer, a computer?
> The best pictures of Mars from space.
> A timeline of Google's growth.
> The long history of the Cybertruck.
In The NEWS
Deadly US airstrike on Yemeni oil port kills more than 70 people.
A US airstrike targeted the Houthi-controlled oil terminal in Yemen in an escalation aimed at cutting off a key source of fuel and revenue for the Iran-backed Houthis, who have been attacking ships in the Red Sea. The incident is one of the deadliest since the Trump administration began a bombing campaign in March and coincides with upcoming US-Iran nuclear talks.
Victims identified in Florida State University shooting.
The two men killed in Thursday's shooting at FSU's Tallahassee campus were identified as campus dining coordinator Robert Morales and Tiru Chabba, an executive for campus vendor Aramark. New details also emerged about the shooter, who was initially described by police as the son of a veteran Leon County sheriff's deputy; however, court documents say he is the sheriff's deputy's stepson. Records also show the 20-year-old shooter changed his name after his parents' custody battle.
National Archives releases 10,000 documents on RFK assassination.
The trove of records relates to the 1968 assassination of Robert F. Kennedy, fulfilling an order made by President Donald Trump to declassify national records on the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Sen. Robert F. Kennedy, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The release includes roughly 229 files, some of which had not been digitized and were in storage for decades. Browse the digital files here.
Federal judge pauses US plans for mass layoffs at consumer bureau.
The federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from laying off about 90% of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s staff in order to consider whether such layoffs could violate a previous court order intended to preserve the agency’s operations and determine compliance with the law. The layoffs could affect up to 1,500 employees.
Genomic analysis finds all roses were once yellow.
Roses of all colors, such as white, red, pink, and peach, belong to the genus Rosa in the Rosaceae family. Reconstructing the ancestral traits through genomic analysis of 205 samples of over 80 different Rosa species revealed that all roses trace back to a common ancestor—a yellow, single-petal flower with seven leaflets.
Rare "Star Wars"-like planet orbits twin stars outside solar system.
Astronomers using the European Southern Observatory's Very Large Telescope have discovered an exoplanet, named 2M1510 (AB) b, orbiting at a 90-degree angle around a rare pair of brown dwarfs, also known as failed stars. The finding is the first confirmed case of a "polar planet" and reveals how a planet’s gravity can influence the orbits of two stars in what researchers describe as a celestial dance.
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Faith... Belief... Spiritual
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I do not consider myself to be religious although I have been baptized twice and attended church services every Sunday until I was nineteen years old and continued intermittently for another 10-15 years. However, I would say I am spiritual because I believe in a superior being that might be considered to be our creator... although manipulator of genes and DNA is more likely.
There is a substantial amount of scientific data that creation took place from nothing... which seems impossible... yet, our entire universe had been shrunk to the size of one millionth of one grain of sand and because of all that pressure subsequently exploded, one could reasonably say something from nothing was created.
What pulls me away from religion is the fact that the BIBLE does not take into account that our universe grows in technology, nor does it take into consideration, the possibility of other living entities. Since our universe is so extensive, so say there are no other life forms but us is ILLOGICAL.
The other issue that has always bothered me is that there are currently 12 major religions, some of which are considered philosophies as well... now, Christianity has 12 disciples... but there is no coincidence there. Also, why is Christianity considered to be the ONLY VALID RELIGION of the 12 since they all have virgin birth stories, crucifixion stories, resurrection stories, a heaven and hell, and a great flood story.
IF one's belief in religion is so important, then why is only one religion correct?
Perhaps all these religions have been carefully designed for us to see that they are all similar in nature and concepts and instead of being used to separate us they should be used to unite us...
Finally, JESUS said: MY KINGDOM IS NOT OF THIS WORLD...
Does this mean that Jesus was an EXTRATERRESTRIAL???
A new dissipation-based method to probe quantum correlations
Quantum systems are known to be prone to dissipation, a process that entails the irreversible loss of energy and that is typically linked to decoherence. Decoherence, or the loss of coherence, occurs when interactions between a quantum system and its environment cause a loss of coherence, which is ultimately what allows quantum systems to exist in a, Super superposition of states.
While dissipation is generally viewed as a source of decoherence in quantum systems, researchers at Tsinghua University recently showed that it could also be leveraged to study strongly correlated quantum matter.
Saturday, April 19
Mayo Clinic on Osteoporosis
"No matter your age or bone health, you can take steps to prevent future breaks. The best time to start is now . . . this book can help." – Ann E. Kearns, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic
Around 54 million people in the United States are affected by osteoporosis or low bone mass; however, the disease is both treatable and preventable Today, thanks to advances here at Mayo and elsewhere, osteoporosis, the brittle bone disease that contributes to premature aging can be effectively managed or even avoided.
We no longer have to tolerate the pain and disability osteoporosis once caused.
That's just the start of the GOOD NEWS you'll find in Mayo Clinic on Osteoporosis.
This book brings you a take-charge approach to preventing, diagnosing and managing osteoporosis. You'll find detailed guidance to promote better bone health through diet, supplements, exercise, medications and more.
Around 54 million people in the United States are affected by osteoporosis or low bone mass; however, the disease is both treatable and preventable Today, thanks to advances here at Mayo and elsewhere, osteoporosis, the brittle bone disease that contributes to premature aging can be effectively managed or even avoided.
We no longer have to tolerate the pain and disability osteoporosis once caused.
That's just the start of the GOOD NEWS you'll find in Mayo Clinic on Osteoporosis.
This book brings you a take-charge approach to preventing, diagnosing and managing osteoporosis. You'll find detailed guidance to promote better bone health through diet, supplements, exercise, medications and more.
- Factors that affect your risk of osteoporosis
- Ways to reduce your risk of fractures and falls
- Bone density tests to detect weak bones before a break
- The best food and nutrients for strong bones
- Exercises for building bone — and some to avoid with low bone mass
- You'll discover the good news on the latest advances in medications for osteoporosis
- Plus you'll learn how to choose the treatment options that are best for you
- And more!
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CLICK HERE...
At A Glance
Bookkeeping
> $23.6B: The amount US shoppers are expected to spend on Easter this year.
> 3.3%: The year-over-year drop in global wine sales last year, bringing consumption to 214.2 million hectoliters, which marks the lowest level since 1961. (One hectoliter is equal to 100 liters.)
Browse
> Why Easter is called Easter.
> See 44 colorized photos from the Dust Bowl.
> ... and cute photos of donkeys carrying baby lambs.
> Buford the dog finds a missing toddler.
> What it's like to retire in Paris.
> Journey—and play your way—through Mesoamerica. (best on desktop)
Listen
> What if one DNA-based number could predict your income, education, or spouse?
Watch
> Parrot chirps to "Baby Shark."
> How to curb a destructive mindset.
> What would happen to Earth if the sun suddenly went out?
> How truck drivers in India navigate one of the world's most dangerous roads.
Long Read
> Porsche heir’s plan to build a private tunnel has his Alpine neighbors fuming.
> A passion for fruit: The archaeological record of berries, melons, and more.
Most Clicked This Week: The unique items in Uber's lost and found.
In The NEWS
Sports, Entertainment, & Culture
> NBA playoffs kick off in earnest tomorrow as the Play-In Tournament wraps tonight; see complete postseason bracket and schedule (More)
> "Clueless" sequel TV series in development at Peacock with original star Alicia Silverstone reprising her starring role (More)
> ESPN analyst Lee Corso to retire from "College GameDay" after Week 1 of the 2025 college football season after nearly 40 years leading the show (More) | NHL Stanley Cup playoffs begin tomorrow; see full schedule and preview (More)
Science & Technology
> Astronomers detect large amounts of dimethyl sulfide and dimethyl disulfide on K2-18b, a planet 124 light-years away, using the James Webb telescope; the molecules occur on Earth solely through biological activity, primarily marine phytoplankton (More) | James Webb 101 (1440 Topics)
> Scientists confirm existence of first-ever "lone black hole" 5,000 light-years away; unlike all other identified black holes, this one does not have a noticeable star orbiting it (More)
> Analysis of tree rings reveals three years of drought contributed to the Barbarian Conspiracy over 1,650 years ago, when Roman Britain was temporarily invaded on three fronts before Rome restored order (More)
Business & Markets
> US stock markets close mixed (S&P 500 +0.1%, Dow -1.3%, Nasdaq -0.1%), with the Dow dragged down by UnitedHealth Group (-22%) (More) | UnitedHealth shares sink in largest daily drop since 1998 after the insurance giant misses earnings estimates and slashes its 2025 earnings outlook (More)
> European Central Bank cuts interest rates by 25 basis points, bringing key rate to 2.25%; bank warns of "deteriorated" growth outlook amid trade tensions (More) | President Donald Trump calls for termination of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell over lack of recent interest rate cuts (More)
> Chinese fast-fashion brands Shein and Temu to begin raising prices April 25 after the US closes trade loophole that had allowed imported shipments valued at less than $800 to be exempt from tariffs (More)
Politics & World Affairs
> US Supreme Court agrees to hear arguments in May on whether to lift nationwide pause on Trump administration's executive order to end practice of birthright citizenship (More)
> Puerto Rico experiences second island-wide blackout in four months, leaving as many as 1.4 million customers without power and 400,000 without water (More) | Why does Puerto Rico keep experiencing blackouts? (More)
> Judge delays resentencing hearing for Erik and Lyle Menendez to May 9, nearly 30 years after their conviction for the 1989 murders of their parents; hearing to determine whether their life sentences without parole should be reduced (More)
SOURCE: 1440 NEWS
Wisdom
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When do we consider ourselves to be WISE?
A wise person is able to use their experience and knowledge to make sensible decisions and judgments.Sensible means practical and functional...
- Do we think this comes with AGE?
- Do we think this comes from EXPERIENCE?
- Do we think this comes from EDUCATION?
Maybe it is a combination of all three...
Maybe WISDOM (Wise) is nothing more than COMMON SENSE.
After 76 years of life, I see wisdom this way:
- Planning
- Due Diligence
- Saving
- Buying what you need
- Stress-free
- Love
- Patience
- Empathy
- Flexible
- Giving
Each one of these ten points will vary with each individual as we process information, sensations, and feelings differently.
For example, when I need to be somewhere at a specific time, I determine how long it will take me to get there under normal circumstances, then I add 30+ minutes depending upon the situation.
If there were no delays and I arrive early, then I make sure I brought something to do to pass the time.
One would not on the surface believe how that reduces stress, but it does for me.
The worst possible scenario hardly ever happens but when it does, you are ready for it or as ready as you possibly can be given the circumstances.
You should try to be what others want you to be nor should you try to make others what you want them to be.
We are all different and I doubt that we would want everyone to be the same...
A 2,300-year-old Greek ship full of preserved treasures
In 1965, diving instructor Andreas Cariolu was out in the Cypriot sea searching for sponges when he came across a shipwreck that scientists went on to call one of the most important finds in modern history.
As well as discovering the 14-metre long boat, known as the Kyrenia, over 300 amphorae, a type of ancient storage container, were also found on the seabed. Subsequent excavations between 1968 and 1969 recovered a total of 391 amphorae that contained products such as wine, olive oil , and almonds.
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