Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 986
As the war enters its 986th day, these are the main developments.
Photos: Hurricane Rafael batters Cuba, plunging the island into a blackout
Rafael is the fifth major hurricane of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, which ends at the end of November.
Hurricane Rafael knocks out electricity throughout Cuba
Hurricane Rafael slams into southwest Cuba as a Category 3 storm, with 115 mph winds knocking out electricity.
Researchers Develop Wireless Devices Small Enough To Wrap Around Neurons
By snugly wrapping around neurons, these devices could help scientists probe subcellular regions of the brain, and might even help restore some brain function. Wearable devices like smartwatches and fitness trackers interact with parts of our bodies to measure and
Life Beyond Earth? NASA’s Webb Telescope Eyes Vital Clues on Distant Planets
Research indicates that the James Webb Space Telescope could help confirm the presence of life-supporting atmospheres on exoplanets in the “Goldilocks zone,” enhancing the likelihood of discovering extraterrestrial life. Since its launch in late 2021, NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope
Astrocytes: The Brain’s Hidden Memory Architects Revealed
New research reveals that astrocytes, a type of non-neuronal brain cell, play a significant role in memory storage and recall. Traditionally, memory has been attributed solely to neurons, but this study shows that astrocytes work closely with neuron groups called
Researchers Discover Enormous Ancient Cities Hidden in Uzbekistan’s Mountains
Using drone-based lidar, researchers mapped two medieval cities, Tashbulak and Tugunbulak, in Uzbekistan, revealing detailed urban structures significant to the Silk Road’s history. The first use of drone-based lidar in Central Asia has enabled archaeologists to uncover details of two
Megyn Kelly and Candace Owens Signed $700M CBS Deal To Compete with 'The View'?
One Facebook user commented of the purported news, "If Candace Owen's [sic] ran for presidency I'd vote fir her in a heartbeat."
Elon Musk Plans To Buy Disney World?
Snopes has addressed similar claims from Mouse Trap News in the past, including an assertion in May 2023 about Musk's potential park purchase.
Nearly three years since launch, Webb is a hit among astronomers
From its halo-like orbit nearly a million miles from Earth, the James Webb Space Telescope is seeing farther than human eyes have ever seen. In May, astronomers announced that Webb detected the most distant galaxy found so far, a fuzzy blob
Misleading Post Says Harris Only Won in States Not Requiring Voter ID in 2024
For example, one user on X posted, "Kamala only won in states where voter ID is not required."
For fame or a death wish? Kids’ TikTok challenge injuries stump psychiatrists
Kids and teens can make some pretty hairbrained choices sometimes. But when a kid's choice is to engage in a TikTok challenge that threatens their life, psychiatrists can struggle to understand if it was just an exasperating poor choice born
Yes, Trump Will Be 2nd US President To Serve 2 Nonconsecutive Terms
Echoes of an election that took place in the late 1800s reverberated in 2024.
Inflation versus wages: Trump’s stunning comeback explained in two charts
The rise in prices under the Biden administration proved fatal for Kamala Harris's election hopes.