This Week's Cosmic & Cryptic Corner
Massive Cosmic Explosion since The Big Bang, Potentialpenning of the Dead Sea Scrolls by Bible's Original Authors, and More Insights This Week
I. Asteroid Gaia18cdj: The Biggest Fireworks Show Since the Big Bang Just Got Bigger
Astronomers got their eyes on the prize, peeping at an explosion more energetic than the flashiest supernova ever seen since the Big Bang 13.8 billion years ago. Pornstar among stars, Gaia18cdj outshone every star in its host galaxy, making it a real party starter out in the cosmos. Soak it up here.
II. Dead Sea Scrolls: Pencil Pocahontas, You've Been Scribblin' Since the Dawn of Time
Artificial intelligence put on its thinking cap to help researchers uncover the secret ages of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Turns out a few of those ancient manuscripts are older than a sow's ear and have the potential to be penned by the very scribes who wrote the Bible. Hook yourself up here.
III. Milky Way & Andromeda: We May Still Be Going Our Separate Ways
The Milky Way and Andromeda have been traveling towards each other, but a 50-50 chance suggests they might be just friends and won't end up climbing into bed together for another 10 billion years. At least we'll have those spacepenis twins to keep us entertained. Take a peek here.
IV. Yangtze Finless Porpoises: Swimming Safely Back to the Real World
We've got great news for the two smiling Yangtze porpoises who recently made a triumphant return to the wild - what a comeback, eh? Their rescue operation is the horniest moment in China since the origins of the G-spot. Get more info here.
V. Sexual Irony for Little Mouseys: Female Embryos Can Think They're Dudes With a Change in Iron Levels
Low iron levels in pregnancy can cause male embryos to call themselves females, challenging everything we thought we knew about the process of sex determination. If this isn't enough to shake your faith in humanity, what is? Learn more here.
VI. Dinosaurs: In the End, Weren't They All Big, Scary Dragons?
Despite folklore suggesting the females may tower above their male counterparts, it's currently next to impossible to tell the sex of most dinosaurs. Guess we'll never know who really wore the pants in a T-Rex partnership. Know all about it here
Bonus Round
I. We Have Curious: Catch up with Issue 35, What Happens When You Die?
II. We Have Questions: The Wolf of Wall Streets asked, Why Don't Animals Need to Brush Their Teeth? - Tune in here to find out!
III. The Big Questions: Season 5 coming ASAP! Catch up on season 4 here!
I. Science and health-and-wellness intersect as researchers delve into the impact of fitness-and-exercise on mental-health.II. Genetics and environmental-science are combined in a study exploring the effect of nutrition on the evolution of species.III. In the realm of education-and-self-development, artificial intelligence is used to enhance personal-growth by improving learning strategies.IV. In the food-and-drink sector, cooks experiment with innovative techniques in an attempt to reduce waste and improve sustainability in the environment.V. In the mysterious world of space-and-astronomy, scientists continue their research on the environmental effects of asteroid impacts.VI. In the thrilling field of research, scientists make groundbreaking discoveries about the genetics of extinct creatures, such as dinosaurs.VII. In the area of health-and-wellness, scientists investigate the link between sleep patterns and weight-loss, offering new insights into the lifestyle choices that promote health and fitness.VIII. In the realm of personal-growth, environmentalists and researchers collaborate to develop solutions for food-and-drink production that reduce carbon footprints and promote sustainability.IX. In the fascinating world of holistic medicine, experts investigate the connection between the gut microbiome and mental-health, leading to new approaches in treatment for mental disorders.
