Yahoo news reports that a gamma ray burst is considered to be "the most powerful electromagnetic phenomena in the universe.".
On Oct.
9, Gamma-Ray Burst GRB221009A was detected in a galaxy 2.4 billion light-years away.
It was brought on by the collapse of a star with much more mass than our sun.
.
A powerful supernova occurred,
which caused a black hole to form.
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A powerful supernova occurred,
which caused a black hole to form.
.
Scientists think it may be the biggest gamma-ray burst (GRB) ever witnessed.
.
Yahoo News reports that two
independent teams in Chile
are using the Gemini South
telescope to observe the
remains of the explosion.
The exceptionally long GRB 221009A is the brightest GRB ever recorded and its afterglow is smashing all records at all wavelengths, Brendan OâConnor, a doctoral student at the University of Maryland and George Washington University in Washington, DC, via statement.
Because this burst is so bright and also nearby, we think this is a once-in-a-century opportunity to address some of the most fundamental questions regarding these explosions,
from the formation of black holes to
tests of dark matter models, Brendan OâConnor, a doctoral student at the University of Maryland and George Washington University in Washington, DC, via statement.
In our research group, we've been referring to this burst as the 'BOAT', or Brightest Of All Time, because when you look at the thousands of bursts gamma-ray telescopes have been detecting since the 1990s,
this one stands apart, Jillian Rastinejad, a graduate student at Northwestern University, via statement
Trader Joeâs Recalls Basil , After Reports of Salmonella Infections.
On April 17, the grocery chain
recalled Infinite Herbs organic basil.
The basil has been "linked to a dozen Salmonella infections in seven states," CNN reports. .
One person has been hospitalized.
The 2.5-ounce packages were sold in 29 states and Washington, D.C., from Feb. 1 through April 6. .
The CDC is advising consumers to dispose of any Infinite Herbs organic basil that was bought from Trader Joe's.
The agency also says to clean anything that the contaminated basil may have come in contact with. .
Investigators are trying to determine if any other products have been contaminated, CNN reports. .
Symptoms of Salmonella infection include diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps, the CDC says. .
Symptoms can develop anywhere between
6 hours and 6 days after consuming the bacteria.
Most people don't need treatment
and recover within 4 to 7 days. .
If your symptoms are severe, or if you experience diarrhea and dehydration for more than three days, the CDC recommends contacting your health care provider
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Homicide and Other Violent Crimes , Declining in Cities Across the US.
'The Guardian' reports that a recent crime analysis found that homicides in major cities across the United States are falling at , âone of the fastest rates of decline ever recorded.".
Thereâs just a ton of places that
you can point to that are showing
widespread, very positive trends, Jeff Asher, AH Datalytics, via 'The Wall Street Journal'.
According to AH Datalytics' sample of nearly
200 cities, murder was down by 20.8% in 2024,
when compared to the same time in 2023.
Some cities, including Washington DC,
New Orleans, Las Vegas, and Milwaukee,
saw murder rates decline by over 30%.
Some cities, including Washington DC,
New Orleans, Las Vegas, and Milwaukee,
saw murder rates decline by over 30%.
The analysis is based on the FBI's Uniform Crime
Reporting program, which consists of data collected
by local law enforcement agencies across the nation.
While the FBI's 2023 report will not be audited or made
official until October, preliminary figures suggest
that murder rates significantly dropped in 2023. .
The latest data suggests that this
year's declines will continue at an even
faster clip, nearing pre-pandemic levels. .
'The Guardian' reports that the latest
data mirrors another drastic decline
in homicides during the 1990s.
Nationally, youâre seeing
a very similar situation to what
you saw in the mid-to-late 90s.
But itâs potentially even larger
in terms of the percentages
and numbers of the drops, Jeff Asher, AH Datalytics, via 'The Wall Street Journal'.
The AH Datalytics data also found that nearly
all other violent crimes saw significant
declines in 2023 compared to 2022. .
The quarterly data in particular
suggests 2023 featured one of the
lowest rates of violent crime in the
United States in more than 50 years, Jeff Asher, AH Datalytics, via 'The Wall Street Journal'
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The heads of state from Japan, the Philippines, and the United States have jointly expressed "grave concern" regarding China's conduct in the contested South China Sea. Over recent years, Beijing has intensified its presence in this crucial maritime region, leading to heightened tensions, notably with the Philippines. This nation, among others in Southeast Asia, asserts territorial claims over portions of the sea adjacent to its shores. In response to a recent altercation near Second Thomas Shoal that resulted in injuries to Filipino soldiers and damage to vessels, President Ferdinand Marcos of the Philippines declared Manila's intention to enact countermeasures against China. The leaders of Japan, the Philippines, and the United States expressed shared concerns over the People's Republic of China's (PRC) provocative actions in the South China Sea during the inaugural summit held in Washington, DC. This joint statement comes amid escalating tensions in the region.
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This Day in History: , President Reagan Is Shot.
March 30, 1981.
Outside of a Washington D.C. hotel,
25-year-old John Hinckley Jr. fired six shots at
the president, hitting him once in the chest.
Press Secretary James Brady,
Secret Service agent Timothy McCarthy and
D.C. policeman Thomas Delahaney were also hit.
As Hinckley was overpowered,
Reagan was rushed to the trauma center
at George Washington University Hospital.
As he was prepared for surgery, Reagan quipped
to First Lady Nancy, "Honey, I forgot to duck.".
The president returned to the
White House less than two weeks later.
Found "not guilty by reason of insanity,"
Hinkley was institutionalized until 2016
and now lives in Colonial Williamsburg, PA
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Catholics in Ecuador took part in the Good Friday procession in central Quito, some of them wearing the traditional purple hoods known locally as "cucuruchos."
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Can Chocolate , Be a Part of a Healthy Diet? .
Have you ever wondered if chocolate can be included in a well-balanced diet?.
The answer is yes, but it
depends. Here's how to keep
chocolate as healthy as possible:.
Keep
it Dark.
Experts say milk chocolate lacks
cacao, which contains
antioxidants called flavanols.
Even the highest quality milk
chocolate bars won't contain much
more than 27 percent cacao.
Remember, the darker the chocolate,
the higher the cacao.
Quality
Over
Quantity.
Experts say purchasing quality chocolate is much like buying top-shelf wine.
Experts say purchasing quality chocolate is much like buying top-shelf wine.
Pay attention to its origins and
be mindful of the ingredients.
The skill and mastery of the chocolate maker can help transform even a 100 percent cacao bar into something
rich and creamy... , Megan Giller, author âBean-to-Bar Chocolate:
Americaâs Craft Chocolate Revolution,â via 'Yahoo! News'.
Mindful
Enjoyment.
Chocolate aficionados say the
flavors of a quality bar negate
the need for large portions.
Put a small piece in your mouth, chew a couple of times, but mostly let it melt over your tongue. , Michael Laiskonis, chef and director
Chocolate Lab at the Institute of Culinary Education, via 'Yahoo! News'
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Too Much Light While Sleeping , Could Be Hurting Your Health.
CNN reports that a study suggests sleeping while surrounded
by dim lighting could cause a rise in blood sugar and
increase heart rates in young and healthy people.
The study reportedly analyzed 20 healthy participants in their 20s, tracking their sleep for two nights in a sleep lab.
Researchers say on night one, the room
in which participants slept was so dark, "you wouldn't be able to see much, if anything, when your eyes were open.".
We recorded their breathing, their heart rate, their EKG,
and we also drew blood from them to measure melatonin levels while they were sleeping. , Dr. Phyllis Zee, director of the Center for Circadian
Sleep Medicine, Northwestern University, via CNN.
On night two of the study, some participants stayed in the dark, while others slept under
dim light equal to "a very, very dark, cloudy day or street lights coming in through a window.".
The study found that even such
minimal amounts of light were
negatively affecting participants, .
creating deficits in slow-wave
and rapid eye movement sleep.
Researchers say the light levels
on night two did not affect
melatonin levels in participants.
though their heart rates rose, insulin resistance increased and their nervous systems had fallen out of balance.
Experts say for the healthiest sleep,
turn off the lights and start using a comfortable sleep mask.
Experts say for the healthiest sleep,
turn off the lights and start using a comfortable sleep mask.
I think the strength of the evidence is that you should clearly pay attention to
the light in your bedroom. , Dr. Phyllis Zee, director of the Center for Circadian
Sleep Medicine, Northwestern University, via CNN
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Tips for Exercising , When Sleep-Deprived.
Data from the CDC indicates that nearly a third of Americans suffer from sleep deprivation.
A chronic feeling of being tired can make it easy to skip the gym.
However, cutting back on physical activity likely does more harm than good.
There is clear data to show that regular exercise improves sleep quality â moderate exercise in the morning, afternoon or very early evening can improve
deep sleep, Dr. Phyllis Zee, Northwestern University, via CNN.
Research also shows that if you sleep better, youâre more likely to be able to engage in exercise and your physical activity levels are going to be higher, Dr. Phyllis Zee, Northwestern University, via CNN.
So I would say that even if
you have had a bad nightâs sleep, you should maintain your physical activity, Dr. Phyllis Zee, Northwestern University, via CNN.
However, intense workouts require rest for recovery, in which deep sleep plays a vital role. .
Without sleep, your muscles canât recover from the stress
you put them through
during workouts. , Dr. Raj Dasgupta, University of Southern California, via CNN.
It doesnât do you much
good to keep breaking down
your muscles without giving them time to recover
and grow stronger, Dr. Raj Dasgupta, University of Southern California, via CNN.
So instead of intense workouts
when you're sleep-deprived,
experts recommend taking it lightly.
If youâre not sleeping well, donât go for that intense workout. , Dr. Phyllis Zee, Northwestern University, via CNN.
Walk or do yoga instead, but certainly maintain an exercise or physical activity regimen at the regular time of the day that you normally would be doing it, Dr. Phyllis Zee, Northwestern University, via CNN.
Experts say that "everything counts" and that it's good to "do anything that makes you feel happy and refreshed." .
This is about hitting the reset button for yourself, not doing some form of exercise because you feel obligated to, Dr. Raj Dasgupta, University of Southern California, via CNN
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