eznews.inThe Earth spins at approximately 1,000 miles per hour, yet we do not feel this motion due to the effects of gravity and inertia. Unlike the sensation of being pushed outward on a spinning roundabout, which is attributed to centrifugal force, our experience on Earth is dominated by gravity, which exerts a force of about 9.8 m/s². The slight reduction in weight at the equator, caused by the Earth's bulge and rotation, is negligible compared to gravitational pull. Additionally, the atmosphere moves in sync with the Earth, preventing us from feeling strong winds. The planet's smooth rotation means we only notice changes in motion, such as during earthquakes. If the Earth were to suddenly stop, however, the forces experienced would be significant, highlighting the contrast between constant velocity and sudden acceleration. 
Published: Oct 17 2025, 9 pmeznews.inThe winners of the 2021 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards have been announced, with UK amateur photographer Ken Jensen taking the top prize for his humorous image titled “Ouch!” featuring a Golden Silk Monkey caught in a clumsy moment. Jensen captured the photograph in 2016 during a trip to Yunnan, China, where the monkey's aggressive antics led to an unexpected slip. He expressed joy at his image bringing smiles worldwide while supporting wildlife conservation. The competition, established in 2015, donates 10% of its net revenue to Save Wild Orangutans, a charity focused on protecting orangutans in Borneo. The Affinity Photo People’s Choice Award went to John Speirs for his whimsical shot of a pigeon in Scotland, while other notable winners included Chee Kee Teo and Vicki Jauron for their charming wildlife images. Additionally, ten “Highly Commended Winners” were recognized for their delightful contributions.
Published: Oct 17 2025, 4 pmeznews.inJason Moore has been crowned the winner of the 2023 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards for his captivating photograph titled "Air Guitar Roo," which features a female Western grey kangaroo striking a playful pose. Captured in the outer suburbs of Perth during the early morning light, Moore's image showcases the kangaroo amidst vibrant wildflowers. He described the experience as a delightful session, noting that while kangaroos are typically docile, this particular moment brought him joy and inspiration. The competition attracted over 5,300 entries from 1,842 participants across 85 countries. Other notable winners included Jacek Stankiewicz, who won the Junior Award for "Dispute," and Vittorio Ricci, awarded for "Unexpected Plunge." The awards also recognized various categories, including Creatures Under the Sea, won by Otter Kwek for an otter's graceful twirl, and the Amazing Internet Portfolio Award, claimed by Tímea Ambrus for a series of humorous squirrel images.
Published: Oct 17 2025, 4 pmeznews.inThe winners of the 2022 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards have been announced, highlighting the year's most amusing wildlife images. Jennifer Hadley clinched the top prize with her photograph titled “Not so cat-like reflexes,” capturing a lion cub's comical fall from a tree in Tanzania's Serengeti. Hadley described the moment as unexpected, noting the collective gasp from her group as the cub tumbled but ultimately landed safely. In addition to the grand prize, Hadley also won the Affinity Photo 2 People’s Choice Award for another humorous shot of two penguins titled "Talk to the Fin." This year's competition attracted 5,000 entries from 85 countries, with awards spanning various categories, including underwater and land creatures. Other notable images included a highly commended squirrel and a raccoon waving at the camera, showcasing the delightful and often humorous side of wildlife photography.
Published: Oct 17 2025, 5 pmeznews.inArchaeologists at Pompeii have revised their initial interpretation of the skeleton dubbed the "unluckiest guy in history," revealing that the skull remains intact, indicating he did not die from being crushed by a boulder during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE. The remains, discovered in the Vicolo dei Balconi area, belong to a man under 30 who sought refuge from volcanic debris in a back alley. The skeleton was found at first-story level, suggesting a thick layer of ash had already fallen when a stone block was violently dislodged by the eruption. Initial examinations revealed leg lesions, hinting at a possible disability that may have hindered his escape. This find adds to the ongoing excavations at Pompeii, which have unveiled numerous artifacts and remains, including a horse preserved in volcanic ash, as researchers continue to uncover the town's tragic history.
Published: Oct 17 2025, 3 pmeznews.inA recent study led by Professor Bryan Fry from the University of Queensland has unveiled a complex evolutionary response of large and medium-sized lizards to snake venom, likened to a series of Russian dolls. The research, which examined 27 species of varanid lizards, revealed that while larger lizards like Komodo dragons have developed thick, protective scales to fend off snake bites, smaller lizards have evolved biochemical defenses that make their nerves less susceptible to neurotoxins. This adaptation comes at a cost, resulting in slower nerve response times. Interestingly, lizards can lose and re-evolve these resistance traits depending on their proximity to snakes, showcasing a dynamic evolutionary process. The ongoing biological arms race sees snakes continuously developing new venoms to counteract lizard defenses. While Fry's work primarily aims to inform antivenom development, he humorously mused about the potential of genetically modifying humans to possess snake-repelling scales. The findings are published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences.
Published: Oct 17 2025, 1 pmeznews.inThe mystery behind the iconic holes in Swiss cheese, known as "eyes," has perplexed scientists for over a century. Initially attributed to bacteria releasing carbon dioxide during fermentation, the holes began to disappear in the 21st century, raising concerns within the cheese industry. Researchers discovered that the holes are actually formed by tiny particles of hay that enter the milk during traditional milking processes. As modern milking techniques have replaced these methods, the influx of hay particles has diminished, leading to fewer holes. A 2015 study confirmed this hypothesis by demonstrating that adding ground hay to milk could control the number of holes formed during cheese ripening. This revelation not only explains the decline in Swiss cheese's signature feature but also offers a pathway to enhance cheese quality, ensuring that the beloved "King of Cheeses" retains its distinctive character for connoisseurs.
Published: Oct 16 2025, 8 pmeznews.inScientists have discovered that rocks from Canada, Greenland, and Hawai'i contain significantly lower levels of the rare isotope potassium-40 compared to other Earth materials, suggesting these rocks originated from the proto-Earth before the cataclysmic collision that formed the Moon. This collision, involving a Mars-sized body named Theia, not only created the Moon but also transformed Earth's surface into a molten state, mixing its materials. Researchers from MIT, led by Dr. Nicole Nie, analyzed ancient rocks and volcanic formations, finding potassium-40 concentrations 65 parts per million lower than typical samples, indicating a composition closer to that of the early Earth. While this discovery provides direct evidence of preserved proto-Earth materials, it raises questions about why the proto-Earth had such low potassium-40 levels and how these samples avoided contamination from Theia's influence. The findings are detailed in a study published in *Nature Geoscience*.
Published: Oct 16 2025, 5 pmeznews.inInterstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, known for its dual tails—one dust and the other ion—may soon be crossed by two spacecraft: NASA's Europa Clipper and the European Space Agency's Hera. While the ion tail, which can extend hundreds of millions of kilometers, has not yet been observed, both spacecraft are positioned to potentially enter it in the coming weeks, coinciding with a peak in the comet's activity on October 29. Hera will be in the optimal position from October 25 to November 1, but lacks the necessary instruments to study the tail. Conversely, Europa Clipper is equipped for such observations, with a window from October 30 to November 6, though its participation remains uncertain amid a government shutdown and internal restructuring at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. If neither spacecraft succeeds, ESA's JUICE mission will observe the comet on November 2 and 25, providing valuable scientific insights.
Published: Oct 16 2025, 9 pmeznews.inThe noble false widow spider (_Steatoda nobilis_), an invasive species first described in 1875, has spread across Europe, western Asia, and the Americas, thriving due to its cold tolerance, longevity, and prolific breeding, producing up to 1,000 offspring annually. Notably, a recent observation in southern England marked only the third instance of this spider preying on a protected vertebrate, specifically a pygmy shrew (_Sorex minutus_). The spider was seen ensnaring the shrew in its web and lifting it approximately 25 centimeters before wrapping it in silk. This behavior, previously documented in other spider species, highlights the noble false widow's ability to overpower prey much larger than itself, aided by its potent venom and strong silk. Researchers emphasize the importance of public observations in understanding the ecological impact of this species, as the study detailing these findings was published in the journal *Ecosphere*.
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