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The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) has initiated its first-ever collisions of oxygen ions, marking a significant step in the quest to understand the early universe. While the LHC is renowned for its proton-proton collisions that led to the discovery of the Higgs boson, it is also capable of colliding heavier ions to create a quark-gluon plasma (QGP), a state of matter believed to have existed shortly after the Big Bang. This new series of experiments will involve colliding lighter ions, including oxygen and neon, to explore how QGP properties emerge in relation to system size. Scientists hope to uncover insights into phenomena such as "jet quenching" and "collective flow," which could enhance understanding of particle interactions in extreme conditions. However, challenges such as "beam pollution" from secondary particles may complicate data analysis. The investigations are set to run from July 1-9, with researchers eager to gather valuable data. 
Published: Jul 02 2025, 11 pmeznews.inIn 1963, a man in Turkey's Nevşehir Province accidentally discovered the ancient underground city of Derinkuyu while breaking through a basement wall. This remarkable site, which extends up to 18 stories deep, features chapels, schools, and stables, and is believed to have been constructed as early as the 8th–7th centuries BCE. Archaeologists estimate it could accommodate around 20,000 people, with its peak during the Byzantine period, when it evolved into a complex network of tunnels and chambers covering 445 square kilometers. Initially used for food storage, the city served as a refuge for various groups, including early Christians fleeing Roman persecution and Muslims during the Arab-Byzantine wars. Its defensive design included narrow passageways and rolling stone doors, allowing inhabitants to thwart invaders effectively. Derinkuyu remains a testament to the ingenuity of its builders and the historical need for shelter from conflict.
Published: Jul 03 2025, 4 pmeznews.inTonight, stargazers may witness a striking "X" formation on the Moon's surface, known as the Lunar X or Werner X, best viewed through binoculars or a small telescope. This phenomenon occurs along the terminator line, which separates the Moon's illuminated and dark sides, enhancing the visibility of surface features due to elongated shadows. As the Moon reaches its first quarter phase, specific sunlight angles illuminate the rims of the Blanchinus, La Caille, and Purbach craters, creating the illusion of the letters "X" and "V." The X will gradually emerge starting at 11:41 PM EDT (3:41 AM UTC) on July 2, becoming visible for about an hour. Observers in the Northern Hemisphere are encouraged to look for the X along the terminator line. If missed, these formations reappear regularly throughout the year, offering multiple opportunities for lunar enthusiasts.
Published: Jul 03 2025, 1 ameznews.inNASA's Perseverance rover may have detected evidence of triboelectric discharge caused by a dust devil on Mars, suggesting the potential for lightning within these phenomena. Researchers presented their findings at the 2025 Lunar and Planetary Science Conference, noting that while dust devils have been observed on Mars before, this discovery indicates that the electric fields generated could reach levels sufficient to trigger lightning. The SuperCam microphone aboard Perseverance recorded a sharp signal during a dust devil encounter, which researchers believe corresponds to an atmospheric discharge. This marks the first direct detection of such a phenomenon on Mars, with electric fields reaching 25 kV/m, close to the atmospheric breakdown threshold. While electrified dust may seem intriguing, it poses risks to ongoing and future missions, including the Mars sample return and crewed expeditions. Further investigations are planned to assess the implications of this electrifying discovery.
Published: Jul 03 2025, 1 pmeznews.inHave you ever experienced a strange sensation when touching your belly button? This peculiar feeling, which can trigger a tingling in the groin or an urge to urinate, has a scientific explanation. The belly button, or umbilicus, is connected to nerve fibers that relay information to the spinal cord, including signals from the bladder and urethra. According to Dr. Christopher Hollingsworth from NYC Surgical Associates, stimulating the belly button can trick the brain into interpreting these signals, mimicking the sensation of needing to pee. However, this odd feeling only occurs when pressure is applied deeply into the belly button, as the internal lining, known as the parietal peritoneum, is highly sensitive. A gentle touch won't elicit the same response, but a deeper poke can lead to this unexpected and curious sensation.
Published: Jul 03 2025, 11 ameznews.inImagining dinosaurs often conjures images of the iconic _Tyrannosaurus rex_, but the accuracy of such depictions is questionable, as they rely solely on fossilized skeletons. C. M. Kosemen, an Istanbul-based paleoartist, has created a series of illustrations that reimagine contemporary animals as if artists had no living references. His work reveals how easily interpretations can go awry; for instance, his depiction of an elephant based solely on its skull overlooks its distinctive trunk. This challenge extends to other species, such as the velociraptor, once thought to resemble an upright lizard but now believed to have been feathered and bird-like. Historical misinterpretations also abound, exemplified by the 17th-century reconstruction of a woolly rhinoceros skeleton, mistakenly identified as a unicorn. Kosemen's illustrations highlight the complexities and potential inaccuracies in reconstructing the appearance of both extinct and modern animals.
Published: Jul 03 2025, 12 pmeznews.inAn astronomer has proposed a new perspective on the Fermi Paradox, suggesting that the "Great Filter" may lie in humanity's future rather than its past. Michael Garrett, a professor at the University of Manchester, argues that the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) could lead to the downfall of civilizations before they achieve interstellar exploration. In his paper, Garrett warns that as AI becomes weaponized, it could escalate conflicts, potentially resulting in catastrophic events like nuclear war. He posits that once AI reaches superintelligence, it may prioritize computational efficiency over the survival of biological life, possibly leading to the extinction of its creators. Garrett estimates that civilizations utilizing AI may only last 100-200 years, significantly reducing the likelihood of contact with other intelligent life forms. This scenario suggests that the Great Filter could be humanity's own self-destruction, raising concerns about our technological trajectory. The findings are published in *Acta Astronautica*.
Published: Jun 28 2025, 7 pmeznews.inA recent incident in Okinawa, Japan, highlights the dangers of rock pooling, as 29-year-old Beckylee Rawls narrowly escaped a potentially fatal encounter with a cone snail, specifically a marbled cone (_Conus marmoreus_). These marine gastropods, part of the Conidae family, are known for their strikingly beautiful shells and potent venom, which can be lethal to humans. Rawls, who shared her experience in a TikTok video that garnered 29.4 million views, initially mistook the snail for a harmless shell. Cone snails are expert hunters, using a harpoon-like tooth to inject neurotoxins into their prey, and there is currently no antivenom available for their bites. While scientists are exploring the medicinal potential of cone snail venom, which may be significantly more effective than morphine, beachgoers are advised to adopt a “look but don't touch” approach to avoid similar dangerous encounters this summer.
Published: Jul 03 2025, 10 ameznews.inResearchers have successfully sequenced the genome of an adult male from ancient Egypt, dating back 4,500 to 4,800 years, using the oldest DNA sample from the region. This groundbreaking work, led by the Francis Crick Institute and Liverpool John Moores University, involved extracting DNA from a tooth found in a ceramic pot in Nuwayrat, south of Cairo. The analysis revealed that 80% of the individual's ancestry traced back to North Africa, while 20% linked to the Fertile Crescent, suggesting significant cultural and genetic exchanges during a transformative period in ancient Egypt. The individual, likely a potter based on skeletal markings, was buried in a manner indicative of higher social status, raising questions about his life and trade. The study aims to enhance understanding of migration patterns in ancient Egypt and is published in *Nature*. Future collaborations with Egyptian researchers are planned to further explore these findings.
Published: Jul 03 2025, 8 ameznews.inOn July 3, 2025, at 3:54 pm ET, Earth will reach aphelion, its furthest point from the Sun this year, at a distance of 152,087,738 kilometers (94,502,939 miles). This elliptical orbit means that Earth is approximately 5.1 million kilometers (3.2 million miles) closer to the Sun at perihelion, which occurs around January 3, 2026, resulting in 6.8 percent more solar radiation during that time. Despite being farther from the Sun, the Northern Hemisphere experiences summer due to its axial tilt, while the Southern Hemisphere endures winter. The dates of aphelion and perihelion shift over time, influenced by the gravitational pull of Jupiter and Saturn, with a cycle that alters the orbit's shape over hundreds of thousands of years. Currently, the orbit is nearing its most circular form, affecting the lengths of the seasons, with summer in the Northern Hemisphere lasting 4.66 days longer than winter.
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