Harshal Patel of Punjab Kings has been wreaking havoc in the ongoing season of the IPL with his signature slower dipping yorkers, earning him the nickname 'Purple' Patel. Patel has taken 22 wickets so far, including prized ones of Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni, making him the current top wicket-taker in the league. In a chat with the IPL, Patel revealed his favorite wicket of the season was Shahrukh Khan, followed by Dhoni, and that he initially wanted to bowl around the wicket to the latter before finally trying out the dipping delivery. With this stellar redemption story, Patel has truly gone from Royal (former team RCB) to King (current team Punjab Kings).
Ilya Sutskever, chief scientist at OpenAI and one of the greatest minds of our generation, has parted ways with the company. CEO Sam Altman's heartfelt post on X reveals their close friendship and the immense contribution of Sutskever in shaping the AI research field. Jakub, another brilliant mind, will take over as the new chief scientist at OpenAI. Sutskever's exit comes just days after the company's breakthrough with ChatGPT 4o, raising speculations about the possible reasons behind his departure.
Scientists from Anglia Ruskin University and the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust have discovered the last unidentified colonies of emperor penguins in Antarctica. Using radar satellite technology, they were able to measure the size of an iceberg, A23a, that is twice the size of London. The British Antarctic Survey hopes that this new discovery will provide more insight into the effects of global warming on the continent's avian inhabitants.
The death of 62-year-old Rick Slayman, the first person to receive a modified pig kidney transplant, has raised concerns about the safety and effectiveness of xenotransplantation - the use of animal cells and organs to heal humans. The procedure involves genetic modifications to the donor organs to prevent rejection by the human body. Despite holding promise for addressing the shortage of donor organs, complications and ethical considerations surrounding xenotransplantation continue to be a challenge.
This week, the sun unleashed a powerful solar flare that triggered a massive geomagnetic storm, the strongest in the past twenty years. The result was a dazzling show of auroras, or northern lights, that could be seen in skies all over the world. These stunning displays of light were captured by many awe-struck photographers, making for a truly mesmerizing experience.
Britons were given a second chance to witness the stunning Northern Lights display in the UK as the spectacle lit up the sky for a second consecutive night. The lights were spotted as far south as Wales and as far north as Scotland, turning the sky into a dazzling purple and green. However, due to a slightly weaker solar storm, there were fewer reports of observations on the second night. Skywatchers were advised to use a long exposure on their cameras to capture the stunning display.
A team of University of Houston students led by physics professor Edgar Bering participated in the High-Frequency Active Auroral Research Program (HAARP) winter campaign, conducting experiments and making significant contributions to the study of the Earth's upper atmosphere. With access to advanced instruments and antennas, the students gained practical experience while shedding new light on phenomena such as radio wave propagation and space weather effects. HAARP's invitation for the students to lead their own projects is a rare and prestigious opportunity for young scientists to showcase their skills in atmospheric research.
The United States has been put on high alert as authorities issue a Severe (G4) Geomagnetic Storm Watch in response to the recent stunning display of Northern Lights seen in various parts of the country. Experts predict that the particles from the sun could potentially disrupt electricity and communication facilities. Despite a chance to see the Northern Lights again tonight, meteorologists warn that weather conditions may hamper visibility, with the best chances to catch the spectacle being in the north and east of the country. This may also be the case in the UK, where experts suggest that the northern half of the country will have a greater chance of witnessing this mesmerizing phenomenon.
On May 10-11, 2024, a G4 level geomagnetic storm caused by a solar explosion resulted in a spectacular display of northern lights across Canada, the U.S. and Europe. Southern Ontario, which usually does not witness such phenomena, was treated to a rare light show. However, these stunning lights are caused by charged particles hitting Earth's magnetic field and could potentially harm water supplies in cities like North Bay, Ontario. This ordeal raises concerns about the long-term effects of geomagnetic storms on our environment.
The annual celebration of National Technology Day on May 11 honors the significant contributions of Indian scientists, engineers, and researchers who have advanced the country's technological landscape. This date holds particular significance as it marks India's achievement of becoming a nuclear power in 1998, with the leadership of a renowned aero scientist, the successful test flight of an indigenous aircraft, and the test firing of a surface-to-air missile. The establishment of this day in 1999 by former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee highlights India's progress in the field of technology and its rising stature in the world.