Located about 1,000 light-years away from Earth, IRAS 23077+6707 (IRAS 23077) is a cosmic structure that resembles a giant butterfly. Ciprian T. Berghea, an astronomer with the US Naval Observatory, first observed this structure back in 2016 using the Panoramic Survey Telescope and Rapid Response System (Pan-STARRS). Surprisingly, the structure has remained unchanged over the
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The United States is currently experiencing a significant shift in drug use habits, with the regular consumption of cannabis now surpassing the consumption of alcohol. This trend represents a milestone in national surveys, signaling a change in the preferences and behaviors of the American population. Jonathan Caulkins, a public health policy researcher at Carnegie Mellon’s
The recent announcement from US health authorities regarding the detection of a second case of bird flu in a human, specifically a dairy farm worker in Michigan, has raised concerns about the spread of the virus. This case follows closely after the first case in Texas, indicating that the outbreak of the disease is circulating
Nightmares have always been considered a mysterious aspect of our subconscious, often dismissed as a byproduct of stress or anxiety. However, a recent study led by University of Cambridge public health researcher Melanie Sloan has shed light on a new perspective – nightmares could potentially act as an early warning system for the onset of
The discovery of two supermassive black holes merging 13 billion light-years away has opened up a realm of possibilities for astronomers. This colossal cosmic collision, just 740 million years after the Big Bang, has provided insight into the origins and growth of supermassive black holes, offering a glimpse into the evolution of galaxies at the
High-potency cannabis has been a growing concern among researchers, particularly in relation to its effects on young adults. A recent study conducted by the University of Bath and the University of Bristol in the UK found that consuming higher-potency cannabis between the ages of 16 and 18 doubles the likelihood of experiencing psychosis between the
In recent years, astronomers have made a groundbreaking discovery in the realm of astronomy – the existence of a new type of phenomenon known as Odd Radio Circles (ORCs). These ORCs are expansive rings of radio waves that extend on scales larger than entire galaxies, resembling shockwaves propagating through space. Until now, ORCs had only
Semaglutide, the key component of medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, has recently shown promising results in improving heart health. The Semaglutide and Cardiovascular Outcomes (SELECT) trial, which involved over 17,600 overweight or obese adults with pre-existing cardiovascular disease, demonstrated that weekly injections of semaglutide can reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, or fatal cardiovascular
It’s not just those involved in the agricultural industry who need to be concerned about the current outbreak of bird flu in the United States. According to scientists, even city residents, especially those with pets, are advised to be cautious. The New York City Virus Hunters (NYCVH) Program, a community science initiative, has conducted research
The Earth’s fossil record serves as a portal into the ancient past, offering glimpses of organisms that once roamed the planet. Recently, scientists in Germany made a remarkable discovery – a six-armed brittle star fossil that captures a moment of regeneration frozen in time. Unearthed from a limestone deposit in southern Germany, this exceptional specimen