New research suggests Queen Hatshepsut's statues were ritually deactivated to neutralize their supernatural power, rather than destroyed out of revenge by Thutmose III. While Hatshepsut's images were vandalized elsewhere, the statue damage followed a pattern of deactivation seen with other pharaohs. Political motivations likely drove the targeted defacement of her images and inscriptions.
Users are reporting issues with online video ads, including slow loading times, freezing, and audio problems. These technical difficulties negatively impact the overall viewing experience.
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With kids out of school, summer offers a valuable opportunity to strengthen your relationship with them, helping them manage emotions and prepare for the next school year. By staying calm during meltdowns, actively listening, checking in regularly, and allowing them to express their emotions, you can create a supportive environment for open communication and emotional growth. Remember to seek professional help (call 988) if your child shows signs of self-harm or suicidality.
Globus, a data management platform operated by the University of Chicago, now supports Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Object Storage. This integration allows researchers using OCI to securely and efficiently access, share, and automate data movement across various storage systems via Globus. The addition expands Globus's supported platforms, simplifying data workflows for researchers leveraging OCI's cloud services.
Mohamed Sabry Soliman is facing 12 hate crime charges, including potential life sentences, for allegedly throwing Molotov cocktails at a pro-Israeli hostage demonstration in Boulder, injuring at least eight people. Prosecutors claim Soliman, motivated by anti-Zionist sentiments and a desire to "kill all Zionist people," planned the attack for a year. His defense argues the attack was politically motivated, not anti-Semitic, which would not qualify as a federal hate crime.
New research by an international team of oceanographers has found that ocean acidification has significantly compromised 40% of the global surface ocean, and 60% of the subsurface ocean to a depth of 656 feet (200 meters). The degree of acidification indicates there has been considerable declines in suitable habitats for important marine species that build [...]The post Water Planet Chemistry: Ocean Acidification Is More Pervasive Than Previously Thought appeared first on Astrobiology.
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Following President Trump's decision to bomb Iranian nuclear facilities, a division has emerged within his MAGA sphere of conservative media and influencers. While some prominent figures are rallying behind Trump's actions, viewing it as decisive and necessary, others are criticizing the move, demanding more explanation, and cautioning against a prolonged conflict, highlighting the pre-existing rifts within the GOP regarding US involvement in the Middle East. The long-term impact of this decision on Trump's base and the broader American public remains to be seen.