Duke Upsets Top-Ranked Houston in NCAA Tournament, Advances to Elite Eight In a thrilling upset, the Duke Blue Devils secured their first NCAA tournament win over a higher seed in 30 years on Friday night in Dallas. Despite a setback early in the game with Jamal Shead suffering a severe ankle sprain, Duke managed to defeat top-ranked Houston in their Sweet 16 matchup. Shead had to be helped off the court in the first half, with X-rays during halftime ruling him out for the remainder of the game. However, Duke rallied without him, with Kyle Filipowski leading the team with…
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NASA set to launch research rockets to study impact of total solar eclipse On April 8, NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia will be launching three research rockets to study the impact of the total solar eclipse on Earth’s upper atmosphere. The rockets, collectively named Atmospheric Perturbations around Eclipse Path (APEP), will be gathering crucial data on how the disappearance of the Sun affects the ionosphere, an electrified region that is essential for communication and satellite operations. The rockets will be launched at 45-minute intervals before, during, and after the eclipse to collect comprehensive data on the phenomenon. NASA hopes…
The Russian Soyuz crew ferry ship successfully docked at the International Space Station after a two-day journey, bringing along two short-duration crew members and a NASA astronaut who will start a six-month stay in orbit. The automated approach was executed flawlessly by Soyuz MS-25/71S commander Oleg Novitskiy, Belarus guest flier Marina Vasilevskaya, and NASA veteran Tracy Dyson. After the hatches were opened following the verification of an airtight structural seal, the crew members floated into the station, where they were greeted by the ISS commander and other members. Vasilevskaya, who expressed happiness at representing Belarus in space, took a moment…
Carole Middleton, mother of the Duchess of Cambridge, has been praised for her unwavering support and strength following Kate’s recent cancer diagnosis. Sources close to the royal family have revealed that Carole has been a crucial pillar of support for both the Prince and Princess of Wales during this turbulent time. Described as a “Mary Poppins-like figure” by a Middleton family source, Carole has been providing the three R’s – rescue, reassurance, and rock – to her family. Stepping up her mothering duties, she has been taking care of her grandchildren and providing support alongside her husband Michael. Prince Harry…
Amazon’s Big Spring Sale Event is making headlines with a jaw-dropping deal on the latest iPhone models. For as little as $.01, customers can get their hands on the iPhone 15 and Pro models, but there’s a catch. The deal, in partnership with Boost Mobile, requires customers to sign a 36-month contract and commit to the Boost Infinite plan. While the initial cost may seem like a steal, customers will still need to pay taxes and shipping fees. In the end, the total cost could add up to well over $2,000, considering additional expenses such as storage options. Although the…
All India Institute of Ayurveda Director, Tanuja Nesari, warns against intermittent fasting and recommends traditional eating habits in light of recent research findings. According to Dr. Nesari, research shows a 91% increased risk of death from heart disease with intermittent fasting, contradicting popular beliefs. Health experts in India are cautioning against following intermittent fasting and other new diet fads, emphasizing the importance of sticking to the traditional Indian system of medicine, which recommends eating between sunrise and sunset. Dr. Nesari advises having two nutritious and balanced meals with at least three hours gap between them for optimal health. Cardiologist Ambuj…
A 58-year-old man’s struggle with a rare neurological-visual disorder called prosopometamorphopsia has been detailed in a new paper by researchers at Dartmouth College, published in The Lancet. The disorder caused the man to experience a waking nightmare where everyone around him appeared to have demonic-looking grimaces. Despite the distorted appearance of people’s faces, the man did not develop delusional beliefs about them and knew they weren’t actually demons. Researchers used editing software to modify digital pictures of people’s faces to match what the man was seeing in real life, which appeared stretched and distorted. Prosopometamorphopsia has no known cause or…
Colon Cancer Cases Rising in Younger People, Lifestyle Changes Recommended Colon cancer is becoming increasingly prevalent in younger individuals, with it now being the leading cause of cancer death in men under 50 and the second deadliest cancer for women of the same age in the United States. Lifestyle factors such as obesity, type two diabetes, and smoking have been associated with a higher risk of developing colon cancer. To help lower the risk of colon cancer, Gastrointestinal oncologist Dr. Michael Shusterman suggests making small lifestyle changes. These changes include quitting smoking, reducing alcohol intake, exercising regularly, increasing fiber intake,…
In a horrific and devastating act of violence, Moscow concert hall was attacked by armed men on Friday, resulting in the deaths of at least 133 people and the building being set on fire. The attack was claimed by a faction of the Islamic State based in Afghanistan, marking the latest in a series of bombings and sieges that have rocked Russia during Vladimir Putin’s tenure as prime minister and president. Since Putin first took office in 1999, Russia has been plagued by major attacks, including the apartment bombings in 1999 that killed 307 people, the infamous theater crisis in…
The Pac-12 Dominates NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament with Perfect Record The NCAA men’s basketball tournament has kicked off with a bang as the Pac-12 conference has made a strong statement by having all four teams advance to the second round with a perfect 5-0 record so far. Standout performances from Colorado, Arizona, Oregon, and Washington State have highlighted the conference’s strength and depth in this year’s tournament. Nicknamed the “Conference of Champions,” the Pac-12 is showcasing its power in its final year before undergoing major changes. The conference is proving why it has earned its prestigious reputation with impressive wins…