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The molecule is methane. Although best known on Earth as the gas that rises from rotting garbage, it has a much greater allure on other planets. On Neptune and Uranus, the abundant methane in the atmosphere makes the planets look blue-green. But the discovery of methane on the planet named HD 189733b, which orbits a star 63 light years away in the constellation Vulpecula (the fox), goes beyond aesthetics. Under the right conditions of temperature, presence of water and other molecules, methane can be a star player in what is called prebiotic chemistry, the reactions that produce amino acids, nucleic acids and eventually the first living cells....

U.S. coach Bruce Arena made that much clear on Tuesday, when he dismissed the notion that there may be some new players in the squad when the team reconvenes in Orlando ahead of upcoming qualifiers against Panama and Trinidad & Tobago. “We don’t have the luxury of doing that,” Arena said when asked about the possibility of seeing new faces in the national team mix next week. “This is not experimental time....

Earlier in 2021, Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich’s office asked the state Supreme Court to establish a briefing schedule before issuing execution warrants for Dixon and another convicted killer, Frank Atwood, so that it could comply with drug testing and disclosure obligations. The high court established the schedule in May, allowing Dixon 10 days to respond to the state’s request for an execution warrant, and anticipated that a conference would be held on September 14....

Although, SI might be on to something…maybe during the last week of the MLB season we have each team switch rosters with an NFL team. It would be interesting, to say the least, and probably make a billion dollars. You’re welcome, America.

Cubs Say “Just Wait ‘til Next Year” Without a doubt the main storyline of this year’s Fall League has been the impressive performance turned in by trio of Cub farmhands: third baseman Kris Bryant and outfielders Albert Almora and Jorge Soler. Bryant was the No. 2-overall pick in June and the powerful righty has more than lived up to his lofty draft status. After tearing through three levels to the tune of ....

Is the Arlo Essential Indoor camera worth $99/£119? Carry on reading to find out. Design and build The Arlo Essential follows the same design language as other cameras in the Arlo collection, sporting a similar rounded shape and a classic glossy white plastic body. On the front you’ll find the camera sensor, capable of recording 1080p footage with a 130-degree field of view, an indicator LED and a mic, while the rear houses the micro-USB socket required for power and a speaker for two-way talk....

Typically, ARM processors are used in handheld devices such as smartphones, while Intel processors are used in desktop and laptop computers. However, many computer manufacturers are now also introducing ARM-powered computers. One popular example is the Apple M1 and M2 processors, which power several Mac and MacBook models. So, how exactly are ARM and Intel processors different from each other? Arm vs. Intel: Tech Companies That Rule the Digital World Arm and Intel are two giant tech companies making different microprocessors for different markets....

The academy’s hype video for Saturday’s showdown against Navy features the message Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower recorded to be broadcast worldwide after the Allied landings in Normandy 72 years ago. In it, the Supreme Allied Commander exhorted his troops as they began the “great crusade” to liberate Europe from Nazi rule, beginning with D-Day. Eisenhower’s words are illustrated by Army football highlights and images of a soldier dressed in a World War II-era uniform with shoulder patches of the 82nd Airborne — the All-American division — which played a key role on D-Day by parachuting into France behind enemy lines hours ahead of the seaborne invasion....

Actually, given its flourishing patronage of brand-name architects, Disney might as well be the King of France, or the pope, Bernini’s big customer–even if in this case, the client isn’t infallible. Michael Eisner, chairman of Walt Disney, is a nut about architecture. So, at Florida’s Walt Disney World, the company has commissioned two Michael Graves hotels, two Robert A. M. Stern hotels and the witty Stern Casting Center, a convention center by Charles Gwathmey and Robert Siegel, and the stunning offices of Team Disney by Arata Isozaki....

Chandela fired a final tally of 208.9, beating Malin Westerheim of Norway by 0.5 points to seal a second Gold in as many days. She finished the qualification in fourth place with a tally of 416.4. To put up cherry on top, the Indian was also adjudged “Shooter of the Tournament” and was awarded a Walther rifle for her feats in the competition. Chandela has been one of India’s most consistent shooter in recent times, having put in commendable performances in almost every competition that she has participated in....

The Pine Knoll Shores Aquarium shut down their 30-foot waterfall fountain for the first time in years while being forced to remain closed under public health orders. Staff then collected about 100 gallons of coins after draining the fountain, which was not originally intended to be a wishing well. “The public decided it should be a wishing well,” Cindy Meyers, the aquarium’s visitor and member services coordinator, told WCTI. “We decided since we were going to be closed to the public for an extended period that we would shut the waterfall off to save electricity....

Griezmann retweets Al-Hilal video celebration A second half brace by Saad Bguir (47’ and 54’) had initially given the Tunisian giants the lead before Al-Faisaly restored parity through Akram Zuway (71’) and Khalil Baniateyah (87’) in a game marred by ugly scenes as the Jordanian outfit attacked referee Ibrahim Nour El-Din. Surprisingly, no red cards were flashed by the Egyptian official who was challenged after he allowed what turned out to be the winner in the first half of extra time....

That includes back payments from October, 2012, when his conviction for child molestation prompted the state retirement system to end his benefits. Sandusky, 70, is serving a 30- to 60-year state prison sentence after being convicted of sexual abuse of 10 boys. Hearing examiner Michael Bangs wrote in the opinion “that it was clear the former assistant football coach was no longer a Penn State employee after his 1999 retirement....

This incredible find could potentially rewrite the history of human evolution. The amazingly well-preserved body part, estimated to be 1.4 million years old, was discovered at Level TE7 at the Sima del Elefante site in the Atapuerca Mountains in northern Spain and was revealed on July 8. Sima del Elefante - or Pit of the Elephant - has yielded the earliest human remains in western Europe, including fragments of archaic human Homo antecessor, such as jawbone and teeth that date to 1....

The zombie subgenre doesn’t appear to be dying anytime soon, as they are still a major element in most horror video games. There’s also at least one big budget undead movie every couple of years. Many independent filmmakers will turn to zombies as their antagonist in low budget horror films because it is cheap to do this kind of makeup (like in the 1981 cult classic Evil Dead), and there is still a large crowd appeal for a cannibalistic apocalypse....

Along with being incredibly written, Kawaki is also a very intriguing character, mostly because his character progression has been incredible to witness. Although he appears to be a character good at heart, Kawaki ends up fighting Boruto Uzumaki, as seen during the prologue of Boruto: Naruto Next Generations. While very little has been revealed about this development so far, fans know that Kawaki and Boruto are destined to face-off, however, the reason might not be what most think....

During Ronda’s time with WWE on-screen, she had a heated rivalry with Stephanie McMahon. The pair even squared off in a mixed tag team match at WrestleMania 34. Rousey and Kurt Angle defeated Stephanie and Triple H. But with all the animosity on-screen, are Stephanie McMahon and Ronda Rousey friends in real life? Yes, they are, and Stephanie was involved in the talks involving bringing Ronda Rousey to WWE. They have been seen at multiple events outside the ring along with McMahon’s husband, Triple H....

Manchester United and Newcastle are the favorites to advance in their respective semifinals against Nottingham Forest and Southampton, respectively. A Joelinton goal has Newcastle ahead against Saints following the first leg at St. Mary’s, while Man United travel to face Forest at the City Ground on Wednesday, January 25. A trip to Wembley will soon be on the horizon for two sets of fans and here’s all you need to know about the upcoming EFL Cup semifinals....

Here is a list of the best apps every medical student and professional must have on their mobile phone to help them become better healthcare professionals. 1. Medscape Whether you’re a first-year med student or an experienced healthcare professional, this app is for you. Medscape has tons of features aiming to provide you with news, information, and clinical answers. You can get a personalized experience by choosing to receive medical news and the latest updates in your field of expertise....