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Mar 29, 13:19

Magnitude 7.7 Earthquake Strikes Southeast Asia

A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Southeast Asia on Friday along the Sagaing Fault, where the Indian and Eurasian plates meet, causing widespread damage and numerous aftershocks due to built-up tectonic pressure over 70 years.

Magnitude 7.7 Earthquake Strikes Southeast Asia

A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Southeast Asia on Friday along the Sagaing Fault, where the Indian and Eurasian plates meet, causing widespread damage and numerous aftershocks due to built-up tectonic pressure over 70 years.

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What are the long-term implications of this earthquake for the affected region?

The substantial damage to buildings necessitates thorough inspections, particularly in large cities. The prolonged aftershock sequence poses an ongoing risk of collapse, even for structures seemingly unaffected by the main quake. The significant energy release highlights the potential for future, similarly powerful earthquakes in this seismically active region.

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Mar 29, 01:13

Myanmar-Thailand Earthquake: Magnitude 7.7-7.9, Minimal Damage Due to Sparse Population

A powerful earthquake with a magnitude between 7.7 and 7.9 struck the border region of Thailand and Myanmar, causing some damage despite the rural and sparsely populated epicenter location; no tsunami warning was issued due to the earthquake's onshore location.

Myanmar-Thailand Earthquake: Magnitude 7.7-7.9, Minimal Damage Due to Sparse Population

A powerful earthquake with a magnitude between 7.7 and 7.9 struck the border region of Thailand and Myanmar, causing some damage despite the rural and sparsely populated epicenter location; no tsunami warning was issued due to the earthquake's onshore location.

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Were there any tsunami warnings issued after the earthquake, and why or why not?

The difference in destruction between the Myanmar-Thailand earthquake and the Turkey earthquake highlights the impact of population density and building codes. The rural, sparsely populated location of the epicenter in Myanmar-Thailand, with its predominantly low, wooden structures, mitigated the impact of the high magnitude event.

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Mar 29, 10:10

HPV: Vaccines, Screenings, and the Fight for Cervical Cancer Elimination

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infects over 80% globally; while effective vaccines and screenings exist, unequal access remains a challenge; Spain's vaccination coverage exceeds 92%, and the country is shifting to population-based screenings to improve equitable access and reduce cervical cancer inciden...

HPV: Vaccines, Screenings, and the Fight for Cervical Cancer Elimination

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infects over 80% globally; while effective vaccines and screenings exist, unequal access remains a challenge; Spain's vaccination coverage exceeds 92%, and the country is shifting to population-based screenings to improve equitable access and reduce cervical cancer inciden...

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What are the main obstacles to eliminating cervical cancer globally, despite the availability of effective prevention methods?

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infects over 80% of the global population, with some types causing cancers like cervical cancer, responsible for 350,000 deaths annually worldwide. Despite this, effective vaccines and screenings offer a path to elimination, making cervical cancer the first potentially eradicable cancer. However, unequal access to these preventative measures remains a significant challenge.

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Mar 29, 13:19

Microrays: A New Pathway for the Origin of Life on Earth

New research suggests that microray discharges between water droplets, more common than lightning strikes, could have generated amino acids from inorganic material, offering a new pathway for the origin of life on Earth, as published in Science Advances on March 14.

Microrays: A New Pathway for the Origin of Life on Earth

New research suggests that microray discharges between water droplets, more common than lightning strikes, could have generated amino acids from inorganic material, offering a new pathway for the origin of life on Earth, as published in Science Advances on March 14.

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What are the alternative hypotheses to the abiogenesis theory regarding the origin of life's building blocks on Earth?

The research revisits the 1953 Miller-Urey experiment, focusing on smaller-scale electrical activity between charged water droplets. It found organic molecules, including the amino acid glycine and uracil, supporting the theory that life could arise from non-living molecules.

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Mar 29, 16:12

Sucralose Increases Appetite, Study Finds

A new study finds that sucralose, a key ingredient in Splenda and other artificial sweeteners, increases appetite by nearly 20% compared to sugar, potentially undermining weight loss efforts; the study, published in Nature Metabolism, involved 75 participants who consumed drinks with sucralose, suga...

Sucralose Increases Appetite, Study Finds

A new study finds that sucralose, a key ingredient in Splenda and other artificial sweeteners, increases appetite by nearly 20% compared to sugar, potentially undermining weight loss efforts; the study, published in Nature Metabolism, involved 75 participants who consumed drinks with sucralose, suga...

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How does this research contribute to the ongoing debate on artificial sweeteners, considering previous studies and the World Health Organization's advisory?

This study adds to growing evidence questioning the efficacy and safety of artificial sweeteners for weight loss. The findings highlight how sucralose interferes with the brain's natural appetite regulation, potentially leading to increased food consumption. This contradicts claims by some manufacturers that sucralose is comparable to water in its impact on body weight.

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Mar 29, 16:12

7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Bangkok, Causing Widespread Damage and Panic

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Bangkok on March 28, 2025, causing widespread panic, building damage, and prompting evacuations; one resident, Danil Rudnikov, described the chaos and subsequent relocation to a rural area.

7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Bangkok, Causing Widespread Damage and Panic

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Bangkok on March 28, 2025, causing widespread panic, building damage, and prompting evacuations; one resident, Danil Rudnikov, described the chaos and subsequent relocation to a rural area.

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What were the immediate consequences of the 7.7 magnitude earthquake that hit Bangkok on March 28, 2025?

A powerful earthquake struck Bangkok on March 28, 2025, registering 7.7 magnitude at its epicenter. Danil Rudnikov, a 22-year-old Irkutsk resident, witnessed the event firsthand, describing collapsing walls and panicked evacuations. Hundreds fled their homes, and social media quickly showed videos of damaged buildings.

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Mar 29, 01:13

Venice's Mose System: A Success Story in Flood Mitigation and Urban Renewal

Venice's Mose flood barrier system, operational since October 3, 2020, has effectively mitigated high tides, protecting St. Mark's Basilica and boosting property values by 7% according to a Bank of Italy study; ongoing projects aim for complete flood protection.

Venice's Mose System: A Success Story in Flood Mitigation and Urban Renewal

Venice's Mose flood barrier system, operational since October 3, 2020, has effectively mitigated high tides, protecting St. Mark's Basilica and boosting property values by 7% according to a Bank of Italy study; ongoing projects aim for complete flood protection.

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What broader economic and cultural impacts have resulted from the successful implementation of the Mose system?

The Mose system's success has not only protected Venice from flooding but also boosted its real estate market. A Bank of Italy study showed a 7% increase in ground floor property values three years post-Mose implementation. This success attracts significant investment in public and private research and cultural initiatives.

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Mar 29, 10:10

NASA Eliminates DEI Programs Following Presidential Order

Following President Trump's executive order, NASA eliminated its \$22.4 million annual DEI programs, removed related content from its website, and altered Artemis program messaging, removing references to diversity goals.

NASA Eliminates DEI Programs Following Presidential Order

Following President Trump's executive order, NASA eliminated its \$22.4 million annual DEI programs, removed related content from its website, and altered Artemis program messaging, removing references to diversity goals.

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How did the elimination of NASA's DEI programs affect the agency's budget and internal communications?

President Trump's directive to end government DEI programs impacted multiple federal agencies, including NASA. The order, described as targeting 'radical and wasteful' spending, led to the removal of DEI-related content from NASA's website and internal communications. This action reflects a broader political shift affecting federal priorities and spending.

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Mar 29, 10:10

Germany to Launch First Orbital Rocket from Western Europe

Germany's Isar Aerospace will attempt to launch its 28-meter Spectrum rocket into orbit from Norway's Andøya Spaceport on Sunday at 12:30 PM, marking the first orbital launch from Western or Northern Europe, excluding suborbital and Soviet-era launches.

Germany to Launch First Orbital Rocket from Western Europe

Germany's Isar Aerospace will attempt to launch its 28-meter Spectrum rocket into orbit from Norway's Andøya Spaceport on Sunday at 12:30 PM, marking the first orbital launch from Western or Northern Europe, excluding suborbital and Soviet-era launches.

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What is the significance of the Spectrum rocket launch from Andøya, Norway?

A German rocket, Spectrum, is scheduled to launch into orbit from Andøya, Norway, on Sunday at 12:30 PM. This will be the first orbital launch from Western or Northern Europe, excluding suborbital launches during WWII and Soviet launches from Plesetsk. The launch was initially planned for Saturday but was postponed due to inclement weather.

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Mar 29, 13:19

Greek Fishermen's Knowledge Exceeds Official Maps in Identifying Posidonia Seagrass Meadows

A study by the Archipelagos Institute and the University of Plymouth found that Greek fishermen's knowledge of Posidonia seagrass meadows was 78% accurate compared to satellite imagery, while official government maps significantly underestimated their extent, highlighting the need for improved mappi...

Greek Fishermen's Knowledge Exceeds Official Maps in Identifying Posidonia Seagrass Meadows

A study by the Archipelagos Institute and the University of Plymouth found that Greek fishermen's knowledge of Posidonia seagrass meadows was 78% accurate compared to satellite imagery, while official government maps significantly underestimated their extent, highlighting the need for improved mappi...

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What are the implications of the significant discrepancies found between fishermen's knowledge of Posidonia seagrass meadows and official Greek government maps?

A recent study by the Archipelagos Institute and the University of Plymouth revealed that fishermen's knowledge of Posidonia seagrass meadows in five Greek islands was 78% accurate compared to satellite imagery, reaching 92% in some cases. Conversely, official government maps significantly underestimated the actual extent of these meadows, highlighting inaccuracies in existing data and potentially hindering conservation efforts.

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Mar 29, 16:12

Babies Form Memories at 12 Months: Study Challenges Previous Beliefs

A Yale and Columbia University study, published in Science, used brain scans to show that 12-month-old babies can form memories via their hippocampus, challenging previous beliefs about when episodic memory development begins and having implications for understanding cognitive development and mental...

Babies Form Memories at 12 Months: Study Challenges Previous Beliefs

A Yale and Columbia University study, published in Science, used brain scans to show that 12-month-old babies can form memories via their hippocampus, challenging previous beliefs about when episodic memory development begins and having implications for understanding cognitive development and mental...

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How do these findings challenge previous understandings of early childhood memory development, and what types of memories are formed at different ages?

This study challenges the previous belief that episodic memory formation begins around 18-24 months. The findings show that episodic memory development starts earlier than thought, potentially as early as two or three months, although the type of memory formed differs; while implicit memory and statistical learning occur earlier, episodic memory requires hippocampal maturation.

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Mar 29, 16:12

Bigmouth Buffalo's Exceptional Longevity Defies Aging Norms

The bigmouth buffalo (Ictiobus cyprinellus), a North American freshwater fish, lives for over 120 years, with some populations showing a 50+ year gap in new generations due to specific environmental requirements for reproduction, challenging typical fish population dynamics and exhibiting negligible...

Bigmouth Buffalo's Exceptional Longevity Defies Aging Norms

The bigmouth buffalo (Ictiobus cyprinellus), a North American freshwater fish, lives for over 120 years, with some populations showing a 50+ year gap in new generations due to specific environmental requirements for reproduction, challenging typical fish population dynamics and exhibiting negligible...

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How does the bigmouth buffalo's reproductive strategy of episodic recruitment influence its population structure and longevity?

This longevity is linked to episodic recruitment, a reproductive strategy triggered by specific environmental conditions. The fish's ability to survive for over a century increases the chances of successful reproduction during these rare windows. The Rice Lake population's age structure highlights the impact of environmental factors hindering successful reproduction.

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