Author: Barbara T. Palmer

In a historic first, Iran launched a direct military attack on Israel, triggering a wave of international reactions and escalating tensions in the Middle East. Israel has hailed its success in intercepting over 99% of more than 300 drones, ballistic missiles, and cruise missiles launched by Iran. The attack marked a significant turning point in the longstanding enmity between the two countries. The United States has swiftly moved to support Israel, deploying aircraft and ballistic missile defense destroyers to the region. President Biden has vowed to convene allies for a unified response to the attack, emphasizing the need for international…

Gold prices surged to a new record high this week, hitting $2,430 before settling at $2,344 on Friday. Despite the strength of the U.S. dollar and expectations of higher interest rates, gold has rallied over 17% since mid-February. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have further fueled the precious metal’s rise. Experts attribute gold’s recent surge to a variety of factors, including speculative trading, hedging against a potential economic downturn, and betting on a comeback for inflation. Technical analysis points to support levels at $2,305 and $2,260, with resistance at the record high of $2,430. If gold manages to break…

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to find the perpetrators behind the tragic killing of 14-year-old shepherd Benjamin Achimeir in the West Bank. Achimeir’s body was discovered on Saturday morning after he went missing while shepherding sheep, prompting officials to treat the incident as a terror attack. The teen’s death has sparked settler violence in the region, leading to clashes and injuries in Palestinian villages. Tensions between settlers and Palestinians have been escalating since a recent terror attack, with over 460 Palestinians killed by Israeli gunfire in the West Bank in the past six months. This incident adds to…

Rocket Lab Takes Major Step Towards Reusability with Electron Rocket In a groundbreaking move, Rocket Lab has announced plans to reuse a previously flown Electron rocket first stage tank, a significant milestone in their mission to make Electron the world’s first reusable small rocket. The stage will undergo final fit out and qualification for reuse, with potential opportunities for reflying it in the new year. At the same time, Virgin Orbit has made waves in the industry by offering their IP library, which includes flight-proven technology like the LauncherOne system, for licensing on LinkedIn. Interested parties can secure a nonexclusive…

The Buffalo Bills made headlines in the NFL world this week as they continued their veteran restructuring by trading star receiver Stefon Diggs. The Bills aim to get younger and set themselves up for success in the future, leading to the decision to part ways with Diggs. In a surprising move, the Houston Texans acquired Diggs, providing him with a fresh start and motivation for redemption. The Texans also gave Diggs added incentives with contract adjustments, setting the stage for an exciting new chapter in his career. Meanwhile, multiple NFL teams are positioning themselves to draft quarterbacks in the upcoming…

A reported attack on the Morozovsk airfield in Russia has sparked tensions between the neighboring countries, with conflicting reports about the incident. The airfield, located in the Rostov region, is home to the 59th Guards Bomber Aviation Regiment of the Russian Air Force. According to Rostov Governor Vasily Golubev, air defenses were able to repel the attack on the base, despite reports of over 50 explosions in the area. The base is known for housing Su-24, Su-24M, and Su-34 bombers that have been used in attacks on Ukraine in the past. Ukrainian law enforcement officials, speaking anonymously to POLITICO, claimed…

The upcoming solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, is not only a stunning celestial event but can also have a profound impact on our perception of color. Tracy Gregg, who witnessed the total solar eclipse in Tennessee in 2017, experienced a significant change in color perception during totality. During the 2017 eclipse, many people observed the Purkinje effect, a shift in color perception caused by fluctuating light levels. This phenomenon is due to the specific anatomy of human eyes, which have cone and rod cells in the retina that react differently to changes in light. This can lead to changes…

Two winning Pennsylvania Lottery Powerball tickets worth $300,000 were sold for Wednesday’s drawing, with one ticket sold at Sheetz in Irwin, Westmoreland County, and the other sold at One 1 Stop Smoke Shop in Blairsville, Indiana County. The lucky winners matched four of the five white balls drawn as well as the red Powerball, earning $150,000 each. Not only do the winners walk away with a substantial prize, but both retailers also receive a $500 bonus for selling the winning tickets. As with all lottery prizes, winners must claim their prizes within one year of the drawing date. Those who…

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As we head into the first half of April, skywatchers are in for a treat with a variety of celestial events to keep an eye out for. According to the latest predictions, both Mars and Saturn will be rising in the morning sky, offering a stunning sight for early risers. In addition, Jupiter will be easily spotted in the west following sunset, with April 10th being a particularly good night to catch a glimpse of the giant planet. Those with binoculars or a small telescope may also be able to catch a view of Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks, which will be passing…