Sun weaker than other similar stars, may have been in lull for 9,000 yrs: Study

Based on the analysis of 369 Sun-like stars for four years, a research suggests that the Sun is less magnetically active than the others. The magnetic activity of stars causes their brightness to vary. Researchers found these stars fluctuated five times more than Sun. They believe the Sun may have been in a "quiet phase" for the last 9,000 years.

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Frontier of Dreams: Revolutionizing Healthcare: AI and the Future of Patient Care

Frontier of Dreams: Revolutionizing Healthcare: AI and the Future of Patient Care Chapter 1: The Pulse of Progress – Why AI Matters in Healthcare Introduction: A New Era Dawns Healthcare is standing at the threshold of a revolutionary transformation. Artificial intelligence (AI) is not merely a technological upgrade; it is a paradigm shift that redefines how we approach diagnosis, treatment, and patient engagement. This chapter lays the foundation for understanding AI's relevance, power, and promise in today’s healthcare landscape. Main Points 1. The Data-Driven Shift: The digital revolution has flooded healthcare with vast amounts of data. AI transforms this raw information into actionable intelligence, helping clinicians make faster and more accurate decisions. 2. Limitations of Traditional Models: Human limitations such as fatigue, oversight, and processing constraints hinder healthcare delivery. AI's computational power overcomes these boundaries, offering consistent pe...

The Vanishing Ice: Climate Change and Its Dire Impact on Arctic Wildlife

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Ozone hole above Arctic caused due to unusual atmospheric conditions closes

A hole in the ozone layer above the Arctic caused due to unusual atmospheric conditions, including freezing temperatures in the stratosphere, has closed. The development was confirmed by Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) and Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) implemented on behalf of the European Commission. The hole was first spotted by scientists in late March this year.

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