When UC Santa Barbara geology professor emeritus James Kennett and colleagues set out years ago to examine signs of a major cosmic impact that occurred toward the end of the Pleistocene epoch, little did they know just how far-reaching the projected climatic effect would be. Continue reading “A major cosmic impact event occurred approximately 12,800 years ago”
Air pollution may impact fetal cardiovascular system
Microscopic particles in air pollution inhaled by pregnant women may damage fetal cardiovascular development, according to a study by Rutgers researchers. Continue reading “Air pollution may impact fetal cardiovascular system”
Ultrathin and ultrafast: Scientists pioneer new technique for two-dimensional material analysis
Discovery allows scientists to look at how 2D materials move with ultrafast precision.
Using a never-before-seen technique, scientists have found a new way to use some of the world’s most powerful X-rays to uncover how atoms move in a single atomic sheet at ultrafast speeds. Continue reading “Ultrathin and ultrafast: Scientists pioneer new technique for two-dimensional material analysis”
Two Mass Baptisms in Congo Bring 117 Souls into the Church
A great spiritual event occurred on Christmas Eve in the Patriarchate of Alexandria as 72 catechumens were united to Christ in His Church in the Sacrament of Baptism. Another mass Baptism was celebrated a few days later. Continue reading “Two Mass Baptisms in Congo Bring 117 Souls into the Church”
Archaeoastronomical Orientation of Seven Significant Ancient Hellenic Temples
Here we present selected parts of the paper titled “Archaeoastronomical Orientation of Seven Significant Ancient Hellenic Temples“, by Ioannis Liritzis & Helen Vassiliou. Continue reading “Archaeoastronomical Orientation of Seven Significant Ancient Hellenic Temples”
Anglo-Saxons in Britain; what Genetics has shown so far
According to historical accounts and archaeology, the Anglo-Saxons migrated to Britain from continental Europe from the 5th Century AD. They brought with them a new culture, social structure and language. Continue reading “Anglo-Saxons in Britain; what Genetics has shown so far”