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Lunar Standstill: Rare Cosmic Event May Reveal Stonehenge’s Connection to the Moon

An astronomical event suggests that the Stonehenge may not only be aligned to the Sun, but is connected to the Moon as well. Find out more about it in this article.

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Photon Momentum: Scientists Discover New Property of Light Similar to Electrons of Solid Materials

A team of experts discovered photon momentum which can unlock silicon-based optoelectronics capabilities. Check this article to learn more.

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NASA Video Provides Visualization of a Flight Toward Event Horizon of a Supermassive Black Hole

With the help of a supercomputer, NASA produced an immersive simulation of the journey inside a black hole. Continue reading the article to learn more.

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Youth Skin Care Obsession: Doctor Explains What To Do and What To Avoid

Skin care has become a popular trend among teens and tweens. Read to learn what doctors have to say about it.

Tourist Traffic Could Be Driving Algal Bloom Growth in Lake Windermere, Causing the Waters To Turn Green, Researchers Claim

A new study suggests that tourist influx could be driving the greening and growth of algae blooms in Lake Windermere. Read to learn more.

Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Shorter Lifespan, Study Reveals; How Dangerous Are They?

Ultra-processed foods are known to be dangerous to health, and a new study sheds light on how they could affect mortality risk. Read to learn more.

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Case Closed? 2,700-Year-Old Mystery of Temple Symbols in Ancient City Could Have Been Solved by Historian

The temple symbols in an ancient Mesopotamian City have remained a long-standing mystery. Read to learn more.

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Rare Wooden Structure From Bronze Age Discovered by Archaeologists in Well-Preserved Condition

Given how wooden material tends to decay quickly, it is rare to come across such a well-preserved discovery from thousands of years ago. Read to learn more.

Wednesday, May 8

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Prehistoric Pandemic: How Did ERV-FC Infect Mammals for 15 Million Years?

Millions of years ago, an ancient group of viruses infected countless mammals, and their fragment still echoes on today. Read the article to learn more.

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Can Adults Still Develop Food Allergies? Here’s What the Expert Says

Adults could still develop food allergies even if they didn't have any when they were kids. Continue reading to learn more.

Extremely Rare Tornado Spinning in Opposite Direction Hits Oklahoma; What Causes Anticyclonic Windstorms?

Meteorologists were amazed by a unique kind of tornado and weird radar sights observed in Oklahoma. Find out more about it in this article.

Beethoven Suffered From Lead Poisoning but It Wasn’t the Cause of His Death [Study]

Ludwig van Beethoven had tons of health issues before he passed away. Continue reading to know why researchers said lead poisoning was not the cause of his death.

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Leprosy May Have Spread Between Humans and Squirrels in Medieval England, Genome Analysis Shows

Genetic analysis shows strains of leprosy in Medieval squirrels and humans, supporting the theory on the role of fur trade in spreading the infectious disease. Learn more about it in this article.

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Cybertruck Owner Tests Vehicle’s Frunk After Tesla Fixes It; Watch How He Nearly Cuts His Finger

A Cybertruck owner said that Tesla's software update protects one's banana but the fingers are still at risk. Ope the article and watch the experiment.

Hydrogen Atoms Used in Exploring Ancient History of Earth Can Also Help Track Cancer Growth

A tool usually used in geology was employed by a team of geologists and biologists in detecting the atomic fingerprints of cancer. Check this article to learn more.

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2,500-Year-Old Illyrian Helmet Excavated in a Burial Site in Croatia Could Be Votive Offering or Part of Cult Practice

The Illyrian helmet that was recently discovered could have affected the enemy psychologically if it was used in the battle, according to an excavation researcher. Continue reading to learn more.

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S73-7 Satellite That Has Been Missing Rediscovered Orbiting Undetected for 25 Years

The Infra-Red Calibration Balloon (S73-7) satellite went off the grid twice before it was found last month. Continue reading to learn more.

‘God’s Hand’ Interstellar Cloud: Dark Energy Camera Detects Cometary Globule Reaching for the Stars

Astronomers have captured the red glow of a ghostly hand reaching from within the Gum Nebula. Find out more about it in this article.

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Stair Climbing: How Good Is It For Health?

Stair climbing is a type of aerobic exercise that could yield wondrous health benefits. Read to learn more.

Prey Playing Dead? Dice Snake Fakes Death Using Bloody, Gory Tactics To Avoid Getting Eaten by Predators, Study Reveals

Some dice snakes appear to smear themselves with feces and leak blood from their mouths as they fake their deaths. Read to learn more.

Activated in Fault Zone in Texas Could Yield Heightened Seismic Activity, More Earthquakes [STUDY]

A newly activated fault zone in Texas could lead to more seismic activity and earthquakes. Read to learn more.

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Alexander the Great's Bathroom From 2,300 Years Ago Where Young Ruler Could Have Bathed With Companion Discovered by Archaeologists in Royal City of Aigai

The young ruler could have bathed with his companions in this old bathroom. Read to learn more. Archaeologists have found Alexander the Great's bathroom in the palace of the Royal city of Aigai.

FLiRT COVID Strain Summer Wave: Scientists Warn of Seasonal Surge Amidst Detection, Spread of New Omicron Subvariants; What Are Their Symptoms?

A summer wave of infections may hit as new FLiRT COVID variants spread across the US. Read to learn more.

Tuesday, May 7

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Anger Could Lead to Blood Vessel Dysfunction, Increase Risk of Heart Problems [Study]

Anger could constrict blood vessels and prevent blood flow, increasing one's risk of health problems. Continue reading to learn more.

Why Do Most Mammals Have 5 Fingers? Exploring the Homology of Living Tetrapods

Most vertebrates, especially mammals, seem to share a similar trait of having five fingers or digits in each hand. Read the article to learn more about this homology.

Bluetongue Virus Spreads in the UK; Farmers Calling for a Vaccine Against the Strain

Farmers want a vaccine against the bluetongue virus to protect their cattle and sheep from the virus. Continue reading to learn more.

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Apple Is Developing Homegrown Chips To Run AI Tools in Data Centers [Report]

Apple is reportedly working on chips to run AI models, but an insider claims the project has been shelved. Continue reading to learn more.

BREAD Collaboration Introduces New Approach in Searching for Light Dark Matter Candidates Using Room-Temperature Dish Antenna Setup

A team of physicists presents results from a dark photon dark matter search using a coaxial dish antenna. Learn more about it in this article.

12-Sided Roman Object Found in Lincolnshire Baffles Researchers; Strange Archaeological Object’s Purpose Remains a Mystery

Researchers were not sure how the bizarre dodecahedron found in Lincolnshire was used during the Roman era. Continue reading to know the full story

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Chiral 2D Borophene Nanoplatelets Could Make Advanced Sensors and Implantable Medical Devices Better Than Graphene

The atomically thin version of boron called borophene was found to be lighter, stronger, and more flexible than graphene. Check this article to learn more.