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As digital technology increasingly dominates note-taking, the cognitive benefits of handwriting are gaining renewed attention, particularly in educational settings. Research indicates that children who learn letters through tracing and writing demonstrate superior recognition and understanding compared to those who type. Studies also reveal that adults who take notes by hand perform better on conceptual questions than their typing counterparts, suggesting that the complexity of handwriting engages different brain functions, enhancing memory and comprehension. While typing offers speed and efficiency, it may lead to less meaningful processing of information. However, the value of handwriting does not negate the utility of digital tools; using a stylus on a touchscreen can replicate the benefits of traditional writing. As schools emphasize tech skills, experts advocate for a balanced approach that incorporates both handwriting and digital literacy to optimize learning outcomes. 
Published: Apr 03 2025, 11 ameznews.inFishermen in Georgia's Dmanisi region made a remarkable discovery while fishing on Bashplemi Lake in autumn 2021, unearthing a stone tablet inscribed with an unknown ancient language. Researchers believe the tablet, made of basalt and dating back to the Late Bronze Age or Early Iron Age, features 39 unique symbols arranged in seven horizontal lines, potentially forming an alphabet. Initial analyses suggest similarities with scripts from the Middle East, India, and ancient Georgian symbols, including Proto-Kartvelian and Colchian runes. The inscription was meticulously crafted using a conic drill and smooth tools, and while its exact meaning remains elusive, scholars speculate it could relate to military spoils, construction projects, or religious offerings. The findings, published in the Journal of Ancient History and Archaeology, highlight the tablet's significance in understanding ancient writing traditions in the region.
Published: Apr 04 2025, 8 ameznews.inGenghis Khan, born Temüjin near Lake Baikal, is a historical figure known for uniting Mongolia and establishing an empire stretching from China to the Adriatic Sea. Despite his military prowess, he is often noted for his extensive lineage, with studies suggesting that around 8% of men in the former Mongol Empire, or one in 200 globally, may be his descendants. A pivotal 2003 genetic study revealed a unique Y-chromosomal lineage shared by nearly one in 12 men in Asia, likely linked to Khan. This genetic spread is attributed to cultural factors rather than mere biological selection, as Khan's conquests decimated local populations while his lineage continued to rule for centuries. Although estimates suggest he fathered around 16 million descendants, the exact number remains speculative, as no direct DNA from Khan has been recovered. Other historical figures, like Niall of the Nine Hostages, also have notable lineages, but none rival Khan's prolific legacy.
Published: Apr 04 2025, 9 ameznews.inWashington DC's cherry blossom season has reached its peak bloom, with pretty pink petals adorning the Tidal Basin. In 2025, peak bloom occurred on March 28, as defined by the National Park Service, marking the day when over 70% of the Yoshino Cherry blossoms are open. This annual spectacle, typically occurring between late March and early April, is deeply rooted in the Japanese tradition of hanami, symbolizing the fleeting beauty of nature and new beginnings. The cherry trees were first gifted to the US in 1909 by Japan to strengthen diplomatic ties, although the initial batch was destroyed due to disease. A second donation in 1912 successfully established the trees in Washington. The cherry blossoms continue to be a cherished symbol of friendship, with Japan recently gifting an additional 250 trees in 2024, reinforcing the enduring bond between the two nations.
Published: Apr 03 2025, 4 ameznews.inDespite the arrival of spring in the Northern Hemisphere, North America is bracing for an unseasonably cold spell due to the recent collapse of the polar vortex. This atmospheric upheaval is expected to bring below-normal temperatures and even snowfall to the Midwest and Northeast, with parts of the eastern US and southeastern Canada potentially experiencing freezing conditions in mid-April. The polar vortex, a low-pressure system of cold air, can be disrupted by various factors, allowing frigid air to escape southward. Following significant pressure changes initiated by the polar vortex disturbance in mid-March, forecasts indicate that while the eastern half of North America will face cooler weather, the western regions will enjoy warmer temperatures. Meteorologists had previously warned of a "rough and stormy pattern" for eastern North America, and current icy conditions in eastern Canada suggest their predictions are proving accurate.
Published: Mar 31 2025, 11 pmeznews.inIn a groundbreaking study published in PLOS One, researchers from the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) revealed the results of an unprecedented experiment where they dropped alligators 2,000 meters into the Gulf of Mexico to observe deep-sea scavengers. The study aimed to understand how these creatures would respond to an unusual food source, as alligators are typically found in freshwater. Remarkably, giant pink isopods were quick to penetrate the tough hides of the alligators, consuming one within 24 hours. Another alligator was stripped of all soft tissue in just 51 days, leading to the discovery of a new species of bone-eating worm, a first for the Gulf region. However, the fate of a third alligator remains a mystery, as it vanished, likely taken by a large predator, possibly a Greenland or sixgill shark. The findings highlight the adaptability of deep-sea ecosystems in utilizing available food sources.
Published: Apr 02 2025, 6 ameznews.inA recent study by researchers from the University of Zürich and Harvard University has revealed that the vocalizations of bonobos, the most vocal of the great apes, exhibit structural similarities to human language. Analyzing 700 recordings, the team identified over 300 contextual features in bonobo calls, which include a range of high-pitched whistles, hoots, and softer peeps. Notably, bonobo communication demonstrates compositionality, a linguistic feature where calls combine in meaningful ways, akin to human language. The study highlights two forms of compositionality: trivial, where meanings are additive, and nontrivial, where one term modifies another's meaning. Remarkably, bonobos utilize four compositional structures, three of which are nontrivial, suggesting a level of complexity previously unrecognized. This research not only underscores the advanced communication skills of bonobos but also offers insights into the evolution of human language, given our shared DNA of approximately 98.8% with these primates.
Published: Apr 04 2025, 1 ameznews.inA recent study of a 30-meter sediment core from the Great Blue Hole, located in Lighthouse Reef Atoll off the coast of Belize, reveals a troubling increase in hurricane activity over the past 5,700 years. Researchers from Goethe University Frankfurt found evidence of 574 storm events, indicating that the frequency of tropical storms and hurricanes in the southwestern Caribbean has risen significantly, with projections suggesting up to 45 storms could occur this century alone. The sediment layers, resembling tree rings, highlight distinct tempestites caused by storm surges, contrasting with the calmer gray-green sediments. This increase in storm activity is attributed to human-driven climate change, exacerbated by rising sea temperatures and shifts in the Intertropical Convergence Zone. The findings, published in *Science Advances*, underscore the urgent need to address climate change as the region braces for a stormier future.
Published: Apr 03 2025, 10 pmeznews.inOn Monday, SpaceX launched its Fram2 mission, marking a historic first as four astronauts embarked on a pole-to-pole orbit, a route previously untraveled by humans. However, the mission's start was marred by space motion sickness, with private astronaut Chun Wang reporting that all crew members experienced nausea and vomiting shortly after entering microgravity. Despite the discomfort, the crew managed to conduct some activities, including a movie night and communication with Earth, while adjusting to their new environment. The mission includes 22 scientific experiments aimed at advancing long-duration space exploration and understanding human health in space, such as taking X-rays and growing mushrooms in microgravity. After the initial challenges, the crew reported feeling refreshed by the second day and is expected to remain in space for three to five days before returning to Earth, where they will exit the spacecraft without additional assistance to aid research on astronaut recovery.
Published: Apr 03 2025, 8 pmeznews.inGeologists have discovered that cratonic thinning, a process believed to have occurred hundreds of millions of years ago, is currently happening beneath the North American Craton, also known as Laurentia. This phenomenon involves the gradual loss of the craton's base as large portions of its lowest layer drip into the mantle, primarily beneath the American Midwest. Researchers, led by Professor Junlin Hua from the University of Texas at Austin, utilized full-waveform seismic tomography to observe these changes in real-time, linking them to the remnants of the ancient Farallon Plate, which has been redirecting material flow in the mantle. While this thinning may sound alarming, experts assure that cratons are resilient structures that have endured for billions of years, and the process is expected to slow and eventually halt as the Farallon sinks deeper. The findings are detailed in a study published in *Nature Geoscience*.
Published: Apr 03 2025, 11 pmeznews.inA 24-year-old American, Mykhailo Viktorovych Polyakov, has been arrested after attempting to visit North Sentinel Island, home to the isolated Sentinelese tribe, known for their voluntary isolation. Polyakov set sail from South Andaman Island early on March 29, carrying a coconut and a can of cola as offerings. He reportedly lingered near the island for an hour, attempting to attract the Sentinelese's attention before briefly stepping ashore to leave his offerings and collect sand samples. Access to the island is strictly prohibited by Indian authorities to protect the tribe, which has faced threats from outsiders in the past, including fatal encounters. Experts have condemned Polyakov's actions as reckless, emphasizing the risk posed to the Sentinelese, who lack immunity to common diseases. The incident has raised concerns about the enforcement of protective measures for the tribe, prompting calls for stronger action from Indian authorities.
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