Solar storm speeding toward Earth could affect GPS signals
A massive explosion was spotted on the sun on Wednesday, and now astronomers are keeping a close eye on how that may impact us here on Earth in the coming days.
NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center issued G1-Minor and G2-Moderate Geomagnetic Storm Watches that will run from Feb. 16-18 due to the continuing effects of the Coronal Mass Ejections (CME).
The G1-Minor Geomagnetic Storm Watch will be in effect through Friday after the effects of the CME that passed by Earth on Wednesday.
Stephen A. Smith talks about debate TV shows and his new memoir
Stephen A. Smith, the host of “First Take” on ESPN, is the most visible sports personality in America. His opinions, and the dramatic delivery of those takes, have made him enough of a cultural institution that he’s been parodied by “Saturday Night Live” and profiled by the New Yorker. Smith is also the author of a new memoir, “Straight Shooter,” out Tuesday, in which he details how he reached such heights.
Vince McMahon settles with ex-WWE ref who accused him of rape
Explore More Vince McMahon has settled a rape allegation made against him by former WWE referee Rita Chatterton. Chatterton had demanded $11.75 million from McMahon in a letter in November. The Wall Street Journal reports that the accusations were settled for less than that, but for an undisclosed sum worth “multimillion dollars.”
McMahon’s longtime lawyer Jerry McDevitt told the outlet, “Mr. McMahon denies and always has denied raping Ms. Chatterton.
What can I put under my refrigerator on carpet?
Use Something Underneath You could place a solid wooden board, a plastic chair mat like this, or a movable adjustable base or a piece of linoleum or vinyl flooring between the carpet and the fridge. This will ensure that there is good air circulation and to keep water off the carpet.Click to see full answer. In this manner, is it safe to put a fridge freezer on carpet?Do not put the refrigerators on carpets.
Why many in Russia are reluctant to have Sputnik vaccine
By Sarah RainsfordBBC News, Moscow
BBCLocal official Galina Bordadymova is proud of Russia's scientific breakthroughWhen officials in Sputnik village announced recently that they would be offering Russia's Sputnik V vaccine at the local clinic, just 28 pensioners signed up for a Covid jab.
Interest abroad in the Russian vaccine has skyrocketed since data published in the Lancet medical journal showed it to be 91.6% effective against coronavirus, up there with the world's best.
Yandel parents: Julio Veguilla, Lucy Malav
Llandel Veguilla Malavé, better known as Yandel, is a Puerto Rican singer and half of the reggaeton duo Wisin & Yandel.
In 2003, he released his debut solo album, Quien Contra M. De Lder a Leyenda. His second solo studio album was released in 2013 and was certified Gold (Latin) by the RIAA in 2014. He was born on January 14, 1977, in Cayey, Puerto Rico.
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Yandel parents: Julio Veguilla, Lucy Malavé Yandel Veguilla was born to Julio Veguilla and Lucy Malave.
Yankees acquire Mark Leiter Jr. from Cubs, deal Caleb Ferguson to Astros
PHILADELPHIA — The New York Yankees acquired right-hander Mark Leiter Jr. from the Cubs on Tuesday to bolster their bullpen, sending right-hander Jack Neely and infielder Ben Cowles to Chicago.
Leiter’s father Mark made his major league debut with the Yankees in 1990 and his uncle Al pitched for the Yankees from 1987-99 and again in 2005.
New York also dealt left-hander Caleb Ferguson to Houston for minor league right-hander Kelly Austin and international signing bonus pool allocation.
Anthony Davis' block at buzzer helps Lakers clip Kings
Explore More LOS ANGELES — After just 12 games together, Anthony Davis and LeBron James already know how to share the workload in theirformidable partnership.
Davis struggled to find his offensive game against Sacramento, so James did most of the heavy lifting with 29 points and 11 assists.
But when the Lakers needed a big defensive play at the buzzer, Davis got both hands around it.
James hit two free throws with 5.
Black Christmas trees: Refined choice or sign of 2020 angst?
There is a decorating trend that has slowly been creeping, Grinch-like, into the holiday season. People across the country have been ditching their very green evergreens for artificial black trees. It makes sense for right now: With a still-raging pandemic, millions out of work and food pantries inundated, a black tree seems like the perfect symbol for our plagued 2020. But for black-tree lovers, it’s not a symbol at all. It’s a stylistic choice, one that devotees say is classic, glamorous and extremely versatile.
Chlorinated chicken: How safe is it?
By Rachel Schraer & Tom EdgingtonBBC Reality Check
Getty ImagesFears over chlorine-washed chicken and other US farming practices have been described by US ambassador to the UK Woody Johnson as "inflammatory and misleading".
Mr Johnson urged the UK to embrace US farming methods after Washington published its objectives for a UK-US trade deal. He said the process was used by EU farmers to treat vegetables, and that it was the best way to deal with salmonella and other bacteria.