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The Lyrid meteor shower is visible now and peaking soon. Here's how to spot it
NEW YORK (AP) — This year’s Lyrid meteor shower is getting a boost thanks to a dim crescent moon. Skywatchers could see 10 to 20 shooting stars per hour soar across the spring sky, according to NASA, when the fiery display peaks Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.
The show will be visible across the globe, but views will be best in the Northern Hemisphere. And there’s no risk of the crescent moon photobombing the Lyrid shower. It’ll set before the fun starts.
Meteor showers happen when the Earth plows through
NEW YORK (AP) — This year’s Lyrid meteor shower is getting a boost thanks to a dim crescent moon. Skywatchers could see 10 to 20 shooting stars per hour soar across the spring sky, according to NASA, when the fiery display peaks Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.
The show will be visible across the globe, but views will be best in the Northern Hemisphere. And there’s no risk of the crescent moon photobombing the Lyrid shower. It’ll set before the fun starts.
Meteor showers happen when the Earth plows through
6 days ago
Former NFL, UFL player Chris Payton-Jones dies at 30
Chris Payton-Jones, a former cornerback in the NFL and UFL, has died. He was 30.
Via Justin Barney of News4Jax, Payton-Jones was involved in a car accident on Saturday night.
Undrafted out of Nebraska in 2018, Payton-Jones played for the Cardinals, Lions, Vikings, and ******* ans. He appeared in 29 regular-season games, with six starts.
He played for the Seattle Sea Dragons of the XFL in 2023. He then played for the UFL's St. Louis Battlehawks in 2024 and 2025.
“Chris was a beloved teammate and leader in the locker room, who demonstra
Chris Payton-Jones, a former cornerback in the NFL and UFL, has died. He was 30.
Via Justin Barney of News4Jax, Payton-Jones was involved in a car accident on Saturday night.
Undrafted out of Nebraska in 2018, Payton-Jones played for the Cardinals, Lions, Vikings, and ******* ans. He appeared in 29 regular-season games, with six starts.
He played for the Seattle Sea Dragons of the XFL in 2023. He then played for the UFL's St. Louis Battlehawks in 2024 and 2025.
“Chris was a beloved teammate and leader in the locker room, who demonstra
12 days ago
Egypt's foreign minister has met with President Donald Trump's envoy and regional counterparts as part of a renewed push to de-escalate the conflict involving Iran, according to a report.
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12 days ago
4 ways Trump has suggested the Strait of Hormuz could be reopened — and why they're a tough lift
President Donald Trump made clear Tuesday that the fate of the Iranian people — and their civilization — is in his hands as he threatens to bomb them back to the “stone ages.”
But the Iranian regime has a trump card too: continuing its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a global energy chokepoint so vital that decisions made today could determine the global economy for months, even years, to come. Oil and gas shortages as a result of Iran’s blockade have already caused a crisis in parts of Asia
President Donald Trump made clear Tuesday that the fate of the Iranian people — and their civilization — is in his hands as he threatens to bomb them back to the “stone ages.”
But the Iranian regime has a trump card too: continuing its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a global energy chokepoint so vital that decisions made today could determine the global economy for months, even years, to come. Oil and gas shortages as a result of Iran’s blockade have already caused a crisis in parts of Asia
13 days ago
Are NFL mock drafts better prediction tools than throwing darts? We're testing it out
A good friend asked me last week whether there's much of a difference between writing an NFL mock draft and throwing darts at a wall.
Let's find out.
The unspoken reality of mock drafting is that the best in the business struggle to bat .300. The football ****** ysis site FantasyPros examined 145 expert mock drafts from 2025 and found only 10 that correctly predicted 10 or more players and their team. Yes, Mel Kiper Jr. was included among the 10. The median expert, however, got just six picks right. Mayb
A good friend asked me last week whether there's much of a difference between writing an NFL mock draft and throwing darts at a wall.
Let's find out.
The unspoken reality of mock drafting is that the best in the business struggle to bat .300. The football ****** ysis site FantasyPros examined 145 expert mock drafts from 2025 and found only 10 that correctly predicted 10 or more players and their team. Yes, Mel Kiper Jr. was included among the 10. The median expert, however, got just six picks right. Mayb
23 days ago
Rookies break out on Opening Day, ABS already making an impact and Dodger Stadium gets a new name
One of the best parts about Opening Day is getting to see players you’ve heard about in your favorite team’s minor league system play their first game in the big leagues. Normally, it can take a little while to adjust to major league talent; however, quite a few of them already made an impact for their teams.
On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman recap all the impressive debuts from the young stars, including Jake DeLauter, JJ Wetherholt, Carson Benge, and Mu
One of the best parts about Opening Day is getting to see players you’ve heard about in your favorite team’s minor league system play their first game in the big leagues. Normally, it can take a little while to adjust to major league talent; however, quite a few of them already made an impact for their teams.
On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman recap all the impressive debuts from the young stars, including Jake DeLauter, JJ Wetherholt, Carson Benge, and Mu
23 days ago
Three charts that are warning signs flashing for Trump on Iran war
President Donald Trump's popularity among the American public has been eroding steadily since he returned to the White House in January last year.
While some of this is typical for second-term American presidents, Trump's initial decline also reflects ongoing public dissatisfaction with high prices and the cost of living - issues that have propelled Democrats to wins in a growing number of elections over the past year.
According to data by election ****** ysis website The Downballot, Democrats did an average of 13% better
President Donald Trump's popularity among the American public has been eroding steadily since he returned to the White House in January last year.
While some of this is typical for second-term American presidents, Trump's initial decline also reflects ongoing public dissatisfaction with high prices and the cost of living - issues that have propelled Democrats to wins in a growing number of elections over the past year.
According to data by election ****** ysis website The Downballot, Democrats did an average of 13% better
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1 month ago
Rex Culpepper, former Syracuse quarterback, dies at 28
Former Syracuse quarterback Rex Culpepper died over the weekend, the football program announced on social media Monday. He was 28 years old.
"Rex lived his life with endless passion, having overcome cancer at the age of 20 while playing for the Orange. Appearing in 30 games, Rex played football as fierce as he lived life.
"Our hearts are with the Culpepper family & all those who loved him," the football program said in a statement.
Culpepper "died as the result of injuries suffered in a dirt bike accident Saturday," the Tampa Bay Tim
Former Syracuse quarterback Rex Culpepper died over the weekend, the football program announced on social media Monday. He was 28 years old.
"Rex lived his life with endless passion, having overcome cancer at the age of 20 while playing for the Orange. Appearing in 30 games, Rex played football as fierce as he lived life.
"Our hearts are with the Culpepper family & all those who loved him," the football program said in a statement.
Culpepper "died as the result of injuries suffered in a dirt bike accident Saturday," the Tampa Bay Tim
1 month ago
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1 month ago
After attacks on Iran's oil facilities, toxic black rain endangers the public
Clouds of toxic smoke unleashed into the atmosphere by U.S.-Israeli airstrikes on Iranian oil facilities made a dangerous return to Earth in the form of “black rain,” prompting international health officials to warn of serious risks to the public.
Residents in Tehran complained last week of burning eyes and difficulty breathing when the dark and oily precipitation fell near the Iranian capital after several fuel oil depots and a refinery were struck.
Plumes of dark smoke have also been seen across other parts of
Clouds of toxic smoke unleashed into the atmosphere by U.S.-Israeli airstrikes on Iranian oil facilities made a dangerous return to Earth in the form of “black rain,” prompting international health officials to warn of serious risks to the public.
Residents in Tehran complained last week of burning eyes and difficulty breathing when the dark and oily precipitation fell near the Iranian capital after several fuel oil depots and a refinery were struck.
Plumes of dark smoke have also been seen across other parts of
2 months ago
A dream come true - Rocks Premier League debut
Northern Ireland's Josh Rock said he didn't expect his first Premier League appearance to be as soon as it has been ahead of playing his first night in Belfast on Thursday.
Rock will take part in the fourth round of the Premier League at the SSE Arena and is still searching for his first victory of the tournament.
The 24-year-old will face Gian van Veen in the quarter-finals, who lost the Poland Darts Open against Luke Littler despite a nine-dart finish.
"Being in the Premier League is a dream come true from when I was a kid,"
Northern Ireland's Josh Rock said he didn't expect his first Premier League appearance to be as soon as it has been ahead of playing his first night in Belfast on Thursday.
Rock will take part in the fourth round of the Premier League at the SSE Arena and is still searching for his first victory of the tournament.
The 24-year-old will face Gian van Veen in the quarter-finals, who lost the Poland Darts Open against Luke Littler despite a nine-dart finish.
"Being in the Premier League is a dream come true from when I was a kid,"
2 months ago
Gary Neville: Pundit makes exciting prediction for Man United
Manchester United edged out Everton to win a crucial three points on Monday night.
The 1-0 win at the Hill ******* inson Stadium demonstrated great character and courage, even though the team struggled for large parts of the game.
Former player turned pundit Gary Neville gave his view on the match while speaking on the Gary Neville Podcast for Sky Sports.
After watching United return to fourth place in the league and move just three points behind third-placed Aston Villa, Neville was optimistic about the Red Devils’ end to the
Manchester United edged out Everton to win a crucial three points on Monday night.
The 1-0 win at the Hill ******* inson Stadium demonstrated great character and courage, even though the team struggled for large parts of the game.
Former player turned pundit Gary Neville gave his view on the match while speaking on the Gary Neville Podcast for Sky Sports.
After watching United return to fourth place in the league and move just three points behind third-placed Aston Villa, Neville was optimistic about the Red Devils’ end to the
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2 months ago
Team’s Up Schmeichel retains place, Oxlade-Chamberlain starts
Martin O’Neill has named his Celtic team for this afternoon’s Scottish Premiership clash with Hibernian. The Irishman was left disappointed by a poor midweek defeat to Stuttgart in the Europa League but the legendary boss will be hoping to return to winning ways.
Kasper Schmeichel had a shocking game midweek being at fault for two of the Stuttgart goals but he keeps his place ahead of Vil Sinisalo.
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Martin O’Neill has named his Celtic team for this afternoon’s Scottish Premiership clash with Hibernian. The Irishman was left disappointed by a poor midweek defeat to Stuttgart in the Europa League but the legendary boss will be hoping to return to winning ways.
Kasper Schmeichel had a shocking game midweek being at fault for two of the Stuttgart goals but he keeps his place ahead of Vil Sinisalo.
In defence, Kieran Tierney continues at left back with Julian Araujo at right back and the central pairing of Liam Scales a
2 months ago
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2 months ago
Pound Mostly Steady After Weaker GDP
Preliminary British GDP for the fourth quarter was overall worse than expected and came against the backdrop of recent greater political intrigue in Britain. However, the pound didn’t show a clear ongoing direction against most major currencies in the aftermath. This article summarises the latest GDP data from Britain, then looks briefly at the charts of EURGBP and GBPJPY.
After quarterly growth of 0.1% in the fourth quarter of 2025, it’d be fair to say that the British economy’s recent performance has been lacklustre:
The dominant sector, services, wa
Preliminary British GDP for the fourth quarter was overall worse than expected and came against the backdrop of recent greater political intrigue in Britain. However, the pound didn’t show a clear ongoing direction against most major currencies in the aftermath. This article summarises the latest GDP data from Britain, then looks briefly at the charts of EURGBP and GBPJPY.
After quarterly growth of 0.1% in the fourth quarter of 2025, it’d be fair to say that the British economy’s recent performance has been lacklustre:
The dominant sector, services, wa
2 months ago
Ski resorts forced to make difficult decisions due to worsening crisis: 'Not...
Ski resorts across Vancouver Island are being forced to rethink their winter plans as unusually warm, wet conditions leave some slopes bare — a growing challenge hitting small, community-run mountains especially hard.
Mount Cain, a volunteer-operated ski hill near Mount Washington, has paused operations after a warm, rainy start to winter left parts of the mountain bare, as the Times Colonist reported.
Known for its high elevation, backcountry terrain, and family-friendly vibe, the resort has shut down some ch
Ski resorts across Vancouver Island are being forced to rethink their winter plans as unusually warm, wet conditions leave some slopes bare — a growing challenge hitting small, community-run mountains especially hard.
Mount Cain, a volunteer-operated ski hill near Mount Washington, has paused operations after a warm, rainy start to winter left parts of the mountain bare, as the Times Colonist reported.
Known for its high elevation, backcountry terrain, and family-friendly vibe, the resort has shut down some ch
2 months ago
3 months ago
February begins with snow on the ground in some parts of the world and a Snow Moon illuminating the night sky.
On Sunday, Feb. 1, February's full moon, also known as the Snow Moon, will reach its peak at 5:09 p.m. ET, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.
The sun may be close to setting during the moon's peak in some parts of the country, while in others it'll still be afternoon, but the moon will still appear full at night and for a few days afterward.
This next full moon will occur on March 3 and is known as the Worm Moon. It will be a total lunar eclipse, also known as a blood moon, vis
On Sunday, Feb. 1, February's full moon, also known as the Snow Moon, will reach its peak at 5:09 p.m. ET, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.
The sun may be close to setting during the moon's peak in some parts of the country, while in others it'll still be afternoon, but the moon will still appear full at night and for a few days afterward.
This next full moon will occur on March 3 and is known as the Worm Moon. It will be a total lunar eclipse, also known as a blood moon, vis
3 months ago
A bomb cyclone is headed for the Southeast: What to expect and when
Forecasters are warning that another winter storm will slam parts of the East Coast this weekend — bringing heavy snow, blizzard conditions and coastal flooding — and that it will strengthen into a bomb cyclone. The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings and winter weather advisories for southern Virginia, parts of West Virginia, eastern Kentucky, eastern Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia.
In North Carolina, parts of the state could see their heaviest snow in decades, while potentiall
Forecasters are warning that another winter storm will slam parts of the East Coast this weekend — bringing heavy snow, blizzard conditions and coastal flooding — and that it will strengthen into a bomb cyclone. The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings and winter weather advisories for southern Virginia, parts of West Virginia, eastern Kentucky, eastern Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia.
In North Carolina, parts of the state could see their heaviest snow in decades, while potentiall
3 months ago
Southwest's new **** igned seats policy starts this week: How it works
Southwest Airlines passengers made their final boarding-time scrambles for seats on Monday as the carrier prepared to end the open-seating system that distinguished it from other airlines for more than a half‑century.
Starting Tuesday, customers on Southwest flights will have **** igned seats and the option of paying more to get their preferred seat closer to the front of a plane or seats with extra legroom. The airline began selling tickets shaped by the new policy in July.
Here's what travelers can expect as Southwes
Southwest Airlines passengers made their final boarding-time scrambles for seats on Monday as the carrier prepared to end the open-seating system that distinguished it from other airlines for more than a half‑century.
Starting Tuesday, customers on Southwest flights will have **** igned seats and the option of paying more to get their preferred seat closer to the front of a plane or seats with extra legroom. The airline began selling tickets shaped by the new policy in July.
Here's what travelers can expect as Southwes
3 months ago
Death toll from winter storm rises to 29, with another arctic blast looming
Many in the U.S. faced another night of below-freezing temperatures and no electricity after a colossal winter storm heaped more snow Monday on the Northeast and kept parts of the South coated in ice. At least 30 deaths were reported in states afflicted with severe cold.
Deep snow — over a foot (30 centimeters) extending in a 1,300-mile (2,100-kilometer) swath from Arkansas to New England — halted traffic, canceled flights and triggered wide school closures Monday. The National Weather Service said areas north of P
Many in the U.S. faced another night of below-freezing temperatures and no electricity after a colossal winter storm heaped more snow Monday on the Northeast and kept parts of the South coated in ice. At least 30 deaths were reported in states afflicted with severe cold.
Deep snow — over a foot (30 centimeters) extending in a 1,300-mile (2,100-kilometer) swath from Arkansas to New England — halted traffic, canceled flights and triggered wide school closures Monday. The National Weather Service said areas north of P
3 months ago
Private jet carrying 8 people crashes on takeoff in Maine
Bangor, Maine — A private aircraft carrying eight people crashed on takeoff Sunday night at Maine's Bangor International Airport, the Federal Aviation Administration said.
The Bombardier Challenger 600 crashed around 7:45 p.m., and there was no immediate word on the conditions of those aboard. The FAA and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating.
The crash occurred as New England and much of the country grappled with a massive winter storm. Bangor had undergone steady snowfall Sunday along with many other parts of t
Bangor, Maine — A private aircraft carrying eight people crashed on takeoff Sunday night at Maine's Bangor International Airport, the Federal Aviation Administration said.
The Bombardier Challenger 600 crashed around 7:45 p.m., and there was no immediate word on the conditions of those aboard. The FAA and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating.
The crash occurred as New England and much of the country grappled with a massive winter storm. Bangor had undergone steady snowfall Sunday along with many other parts of t
3 months ago
Several US-based Bitcoin (BTC) mining pools have curtailed operations in response to extreme winter weather that strained electricity grids across the country.
The reductions came as an Arctic cold snap brought subfreezing temperatures across large parts of the United States.
According to TheMinerMag, 2 major Bitcoin mining pools serving North America collectively cut over 110 exahashes per second (EH/s) of hashrate in late January 2026.
Foundry USA, the world’s largest Bitcoin mining pool, saw a sharp drop in hashrate. It fell from nearly 340 EH/s to around 242 EH/s late last week.
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The reductions came as an Arctic cold snap brought subfreezing temperatures across large parts of the United States.
According to TheMinerMag, 2 major Bitcoin mining pools serving North America collectively cut over 110 exahashes per second (EH/s) of hashrate in late January 2026.
Foundry USA, the world’s largest Bitcoin mining pool, saw a sharp drop in hashrate. It fell from nearly 340 EH/s to around 242 EH/s late last week.
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3 months ago
Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to CuriousKidsUStheconversation.com.
How do we get the fingerprints we have? – Oscar V., age 8, Somerville, Massachusetts
Fingerprints are those little ridges on the tips of your fingers. They’re essentially folds of the outer layer of skin, the epidermis. The “prints” themselves are the patterns of skin oils or dirt these ridges leave behind on a surface you’ve touched.
Your fingerprints began to form before you were born. When a fetus starts to grow, the outside layer of its
How do we get the fingerprints we have? – Oscar V., age 8, Somerville, Massachusetts
Fingerprints are those little ridges on the tips of your fingers. They’re essentially folds of the outer layer of skin, the epidermis. The “prints” themselves are the patterns of skin oils or dirt these ridges leave behind on a surface you’ve touched.
Your fingerprints began to form before you were born. When a fetus starts to grow, the outside layer of its
3 months ago
Democrats try new tactic to remove Trump's name from Kennedy Center
Democratic lawmakers are fighting to restore the original name of what is now dubbed the Donald J. Trump and John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and pushing to make sure something like this doesn't happen again.
One House member has filed a lawsuit saying the Trump-appointed board acted illegally to rename the building. Two more filed resolutions condemning the name change, and three senators want to restore the name back to just Kennedy and prevent future presidents from naming things after themselves.
Since
Democratic lawmakers are fighting to restore the original name of what is now dubbed the Donald J. Trump and John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and pushing to make sure something like this doesn't happen again.
One House member has filed a lawsuit saying the Trump-appointed board acted illegally to rename the building. Two more filed resolutions condemning the name change, and three senators want to restore the name back to just Kennedy and prevent future presidents from naming things after themselves.
Since
4 months ago
U.S. President Donald Trump and top Iranian officials exchanged dueling threats Friday as widening protests swept across parts of the Islamic Republic, further escalating tensions between the countries after America bombed Iranian nuclear sites in June.
At least eight people have been killed so far in violence surrounding the demonstrations, which were sparked in part by the collapse of Iran’s rial currency but have increasingly seen crowds chanting anti-government slogans.
The protests, now in their sixth day, have become the biggest in Iran since 2022, when the death of 22-year-old Mahsa A
At least eight people have been killed so far in violence surrounding the demonstrations, which were sparked in part by the collapse of Iran’s rial currency but have increasingly seen crowds chanting anti-government slogans.
The protests, now in their sixth day, have become the biggest in Iran since 2022, when the death of 22-year-old Mahsa A
