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Many people find themselves waking up at 3 AM, a phenomenon that is more common than one might think. This disruption often occurs during the natural sleep cycle, which includes light sleep, deep sleep, and REM phases, typically repeating every four hours. While waking briefly is normal, stress and anxiety can exacerbate these awakenings, leading to a spiral of worrying thoughts that feel more daunting in the stillness of night. Psychologist Greg Murray explains that the inability to address problems at this hour can intensify feelings of helplessness. To combat this, he suggests mindfulness meditation to calm the mind, or reading a book to distract from anxious thoughts. Understanding that these nocturnal awakenings are a natural part of sleep can help individuals manage their nighttime worries more effectively. 
Published: Jul 23 2025, 4 pmeznews.inDespite the allure of conspiracy theories suggesting the existence of giant humans, scientific principles firmly debunk these claims. The square-cube law explains why colossal humans, such as the purported 24-meter (80-foot) skeletons, could never exist. This law states that as an object's size increases, its volume grows faster than its surface area, leading to structural challenges. For instance, a human scaled to 18 meters (60 feet) would require bones capable of supporting over 250,000 kilograms (551,259 pounds), far beyond the limits of human anatomy. Many of the so-called "evidence" images circulating online are poorly executed Photoshop creations, often linked to a 2002 competition for fake archaeological finds. While some continue to believe in these myths, the scientific community remains steadfast in its assertion that giant humans are a physical impossibility, rendering such conspiracy theories baseless.
Published: Jul 24 2025, 7 ameznews.inA 1937 painting titled _Mr. Pynchon and the Settling of Springfield_ has sparked intrigue and speculation about time travel, as it features a Native American man seemingly using a smartphone while making a gesture that suggests he is on a call. The artwork, created by Umberto Romano, depicts William Pynchon, the founder of Springfield, Massachusetts, during the city's early development. Pynchon is notable for authoring the first book banned in Boston, _The Meritorious Price of Our Redemption_, which was also burned in public. Online discussions have humorously suggested that the Native American figure appears to be reacting to a negative social media post, with some Reddit users imagining modern scenarios involving the character. While some rational explanations propose that the object in question could be a hand mirror or an axe head, the striking resemblance to contemporary technology continues to captivate viewers.
Published: Jul 24 2025, 4 ameznews.inA recent viral video from 1938 has sparked renewed speculation about time travel, as viewers claim it shows a woman in New York appearing to talk on a cell phone. The footage depicts her holding an object to her ear before putting it down, leading some to suggest it confirms the existence of time travelers. However, skeptics have raised logical questions, such as how she could receive a signal without modern networks and why she wouldn’t use an earbud to avoid attention. Some viewers have speculated that the object could be a hearing aid or another small device, as walkie-talkies, which were invented in 1937, were still too bulky for casual use. One user even claimed the woman was his great-grandmother, who tested early wireless phones for Dupont. While the debate continues, the possibility of time travel remains a tantalizing, if unlikely, explanation.
Published: Jul 24 2025, 5 ameznews.inAstronomers have made significant strides in understanding the universe's composition, revealing that ordinary matter constitutes only about 5% of its total matter-energy content, with the remainder being dark matter and dark energy. For years, over a third of ordinary matter was unaccounted for, believed to exist in the intergalactic space. Recent studies utilizing Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs) have confirmed the presence of this elusive matter, as the radio signals are affected by intergalactic gas, allowing researchers to estimate its quantity. This work was corroborated by X-ray observations from the European Space Agency’s XMM-Newton and Japan’s Suzaku telescopes, which measured hot gas in the Shapley Supercluster, a massive structure containing over 8,000 galaxies. The findings align closely with existing cosmic models, enhancing our understanding of the universe's structure and the distribution of matter within it. The research was published in *Nature Astronomy* and *Astronomy & Astrophysics*.
Published: Jul 24 2025, 2 ameznews.inResearchers at the University of Nevada, Reno, have achieved a groundbreaking feat by superheating a sample of solid gold to over 14 times its melting temperature for a brief moment, surpassing a theoretical limit known as the entropy catastrophe. This phenomenon, where a solid's entropy matches that of its liquid state, typically occurs at around three times the melting point, which for gold is 1,064 degrees Celsius. The team utilized 50-nanometer-thick gold films and an X-ray laser to heat the material for just 45 femtoseconds, resulting in a temperature spike that lasted for 2 picoseconds. This rapid heating created significant atomic motion without allowing the sample to expand, potentially preserving its crystalline structure. While the findings push the boundaries of phase transition physics, they also highlight the complexities of measuring temperature in non-equilibrium systems. The study, published in *Nature*, opens avenues for improved material production and a deeper understanding of phase changes.
Published: Jul 24 2025, 3 ameznews.inThe discovery of _Proteroctopus ribeti_, a 165-million-year-old fossil cephalopod found in France's La Voulte-sur-Rhône Lagerstätte, has significantly advanced our understanding of octopus evolution. Initially described in 1982, this well-preserved specimen has revealed that it is a basal member of Vampyropoda, challenging previous assumptions about its classification. Notably, _Proteroctopus_ possessed two rows of arm suckers, suggesting this trait is ancestral rather than a later development, and it lacked an ink sac, which is common in modern octopuses. Advanced imaging techniques in 2016 uncovered a poorly mineralized gladius and an axial nerve in its arms, indicating a complex nervous system akin to that of contemporary octopuses. While not the oldest octopus fossil, _Proteroctopus_ is crucial for understanding the evolutionary transition from squid-like ancestors to modern octopuses, highlighting the rarity of soft-bodied fossils due to the fossilization process favoring tougher tissues.
Published: Jul 23 2025, 7 pmeznews.inNatural antidepressants, including products like St John’s wort, omega-3s, and vitamin D, are increasingly popular as alternatives to conventional treatments for depression. However, these supplements are not FDA-approved for treating any medical condition, which raises questions about their efficacy and safety. A recent scoping review identified 209 trials assessing various dietary supplements and herbal medicines, revealing that while St John’s wort and saffron showed promising effects comparable to prescription antidepressants, the overall evidence remains inconclusive due to significant variations in product formulations and dosages. Safety concerns also persist, particularly regarding potential drug interactions, such as those involving St John’s wort, which can affect the efficacy of other medications. Experts advise consulting healthcare professionals before starting any natural antidepressant, especially for individuals already on prescribed treatments, to ensure safety and appropriate care.
Published: Jul 24 2025, 1 ameznews.inA recently uncovered Sumerian myth inscribed on a 4,400-year-old tablet, known as Ni 12501, reveals a captivating narrative involving a cunning fox attempting to rescue the storm god Ishkur from the netherworld. Created around 2400 BCE in Nippur, a significant Sumer city-state in modern southern Iraq, the tablet's fragmented text hints at a story where Ishkur's capture leads to dire consequences, including drought and starvation. Dr. Jana Matuszak, a Sumerologist at the University of Chicago, highlights that the tale reflects common motifs in Mesopotamian mythology, such as the helpless deity needing rescue by a hero. Although the tablet was excavated in the 19th century, it remained largely ignored until now, with its condition contributing to its obscurity. Matuszak's analysis underscores the tablet's significance in understanding Sumerian mythology and the need for further archaeological exploration to fill in historical gaps. The findings are published in the journal *Iraq*.
Published: Jul 23 2025, 10 pmeznews.inAmidst the heated debates on migration and national identity in the United States, a new study reveals that the majority of Americans actually favor a more ethnically and religiously diverse society. Conducted by researchers from the University of Copenhagen, Yale, and the University of Chicago, the survey of 986 citizens found that two-thirds support increased ethnic diversity, while over half desire greater religious diversity. Notably, even among white Christians—often associated with fears of a "great replacement"—the majority advocate for diversity. The study highlights that only a small fraction of Americans desire an ethnically or religiously homogeneous society. Researchers suggest that the prevailing anxiety over demographic changes does not reflect the majority view, emphasizing that acceptance of diversity is a defining characteristic of American identity. The findings aim to inform ongoing discussions about belonging and identity in a multicultural America.
Published: Jul 23 2025, 11 pmeznews.inLove black olives but dislike green ones? You might want to reconsider, as they are essentially the same fruit, differing mainly in ripeness. Both are drupes, akin to peaches and cherries, with green olives being unripe and black olives fully ripe. The bitterness of green olives is due to oleuropein, which is often removed through lye treatment in mass production. While some black olives achieve their color and flavor through natural ripening, many commercially available varieties, such as "California ripe olives," are artificially darkened with chemicals like ferrous gluconate after being picked unripe. This process results in a milder taste, making them suitable for mass production but lacking the complexity of naturally ripened olives. So, whether you prefer green or black, remember that the distinction lies in their processing rather than genetic differences.
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