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In what year did the global Earth Day movement originate?
In what year did the global Earth Day movement originate?
- 1970 (correct)
- 1965
- 1975
- 1960
- 1980
Earth Day is observed annually on what date?
Earth Day is observed annually on what date?
- March 23
- April 23
- May 22
- March 22
- April 22 (correct)
By what percentage is Earth Day Network aiming to reduce plastic production by 2040?
By what percentage is Earth Day Network aiming to reduce plastic production by 2040?
- 70 percent
- 60 percent (correct)
- 40 percent
- 80 percent
- 50 percent
The Earth Day Network aims to persuade countries to phase out single-use plastics by which year?
The Earth Day Network aims to persuade countries to phase out single-use plastics by which year?
In what year was the Clean Water Act in the US passed, according to the text?
In what year was the Clean Water Act in the US passed, according to the text?
The Endangered Species Act in the US was passed in what year, as mentioned in the text?
The Endangered Species Act in the US was passed in what year, as mentioned in the text?
Kathleen Rogers, president of EarthDay.org, is quoted expressing concern about plastic reliance. What reduction percentage in plastic production is she likely advocating?
Kathleen Rogers, president of EarthDay.org, is quoted expressing concern about plastic reliance. What reduction percentage in plastic production is she likely advocating?
The solar eclipse mentioned in the text occurred on what date in 2024?
The solar eclipse mentioned in the text occurred on what date in 2024?
In what year was the last recorded nova outburst of T Coronae Borealis before the anticipated 2024 event?
In what year was the last recorded nova outburst of T Coronae Borealis before the anticipated 2024 event?
Approximately how many years pass between nova outbursts of T Coronae Borealis?
Approximately how many years pass between nova outbursts of T Coronae Borealis?
In April 2024, Taiwan experienced an earthquake of what magnitude?
In April 2024, Taiwan experienced an earthquake of what magnitude?
Compared to the 2024 earthquake, the 1999 earthquake in Taiwan had a magnitude of:
Compared to the 2024 earthquake, the 1999 earthquake in Taiwan had a magnitude of:
The 1999 earthquake in Taiwan resulted in approximately how many fatalities?
The 1999 earthquake in Taiwan resulted in approximately how many fatalities?
Cole Brauer completed the Global Solo Challenge in how many days?
Cole Brauer completed the Global Solo Challenge in how many days?
On what date in March 2024 did Cole Brauer complete the Global Solo Challenge?
On what date in March 2024 did Cole Brauer complete the Global Solo Challenge?
How many miles approximately was the Global Solo Challenge that Cole Brauer completed?
How many miles approximately was the Global Solo Challenge that Cole Brauer completed?
Cole Brauer started her Global Solo Challenge journey on what date in 2023?
Cole Brauer started her Global Solo Challenge journey on what date in 2023?
Humans and chimpanzees share approximately what percentage of their DNA?
Humans and chimpanzees share approximately what percentage of their DNA?
In what years did Dr. Sylvain Lemoine and his team observe chimpanzee behavior for their study?
In what years did Dr. Sylvain Lemoine and his team observe chimpanzee behavior for their study?
Judith Hernstadt acquired a Revolutionary War sketch in what decade?
Judith Hernstadt acquired a Revolutionary War sketch in what decade?
In what month and year did Matthew Skic visit Judith Hernstadt to examine her collection, leading to the sketch's discovery?
In what month and year did Matthew Skic visit Judith Hernstadt to examine her collection, leading to the sketch's discovery?
Pierre Eugene du Simitiere, identified as the artist of the Revolutionary War sketch, came to Philadelphia in what year?
Pierre Eugene du Simitiere, identified as the artist of the Revolutionary War sketch, came to Philadelphia in what year?
In what month of 2024 was the Revolutionary War sketch put on public display after being donated?
In what month of 2024 was the Revolutionary War sketch put on public display after being donated?
On what date in March 2024 did Wu and Gao reveal their findings on crab spider cooperation?
On what date in March 2024 did Wu and Gao reveal their findings on crab spider cooperation?
The Triassic and Jurassic periods, when ichthyosaurs dominated the seas, spanned approximately how many million years ago?
The Triassic and Jurassic periods, when ichthyosaurs dominated the seas, spanned approximately how many million years ago?
In what year did Justin Reynolds and his daughter Ruby discover the ichthyosaur fossil?
In what year did Justin Reynolds and his daughter Ruby discover the ichthyosaur fossil?
The new ichthyosaur species was classified and published in PLOS One on what date in 2024?
The new ichthyosaur species was classified and published in PLOS One on what date in 2024?
The unusual cicada coincidence of two broods emerging simultaneously last occurred how many years ago?
The unusual cicada coincidence of two broods emerging simultaneously last occurred how many years ago?
In what year is the next predicted occurrence of the simultaneous emergence of cicada broods XIX and XIII after 2024?
In what year is the next predicted occurrence of the simultaneous emergence of cicada broods XIX and XIII after 2024?
Breaking, or breakdancing, will debut as an Olympic sport at the Paris Games in what year?
Breaking, or breakdancing, will debut as an Olympic sport at the Paris Games in what year?
The 2024 Summer Olympics are scheduled to begin on what date?
The 2024 Summer Olympics are scheduled to begin on what date?
Surfing made its Olympic debut at the Tokyo 2020 Games. In what year were these games held?
Surfing made its Olympic debut at the Tokyo 2020 Games. In what year were these games held?
Dr. Isabelle Laumer first noticed Rakus's wound on what date in June 2022?
Dr. Isabelle Laumer first noticed Rakus's wound on what date in June 2022?
By what date in July 2022 was Rakus's wound completely healed?
By what date in July 2022 was Rakus's wound completely healed?
Researchers published their findings on Rakus's self-treatment in Scientific Reports on what date in May 2024?
Researchers published their findings on Rakus's self-treatment in Scientific Reports on what date in May 2024?
Approximately how many Sumatran orangutans are estimated to be left in the wild?
Approximately how many Sumatran orangutans are estimated to be left in the wild?
Marietta, Oklahoma, was hit by an EF-4 tornado on what date in April 2024?
Marietta, Oklahoma, was hit by an EF-4 tornado on what date in April 2024?
Minden, Iowa, suffered tornado damage on what date in April 2024?
Minden, Iowa, suffered tornado damage on what date in April 2024?
By May 7 of what year, a record of 1,287 tornadoes had struck the US?
By May 7 of what year, a record of 1,287 tornadoes had struck the US?
The X-59 aircraft was unveiled in what month of 2024?
The X-59 aircraft was unveiled in what month of 2024?
NASA plans to begin testing the X-59 aircraft in California in late what year?
NASA plans to begin testing the X-59 aircraft in California in late what year?
Experts predict that by what year, nearly 300 million people living in coastal areas will face annual flooding?
Experts predict that by what year, nearly 300 million people living in coastal areas will face annual flooding?
Dogen City is projected to be completed by what year?
Dogen City is projected to be completed by what year?
In what year did the Schoonship neighborhood in Amsterdam become a thriving floating community?
In what year did the Schoonship neighborhood in Amsterdam become a thriving floating community?
Dr. Catherine Wu received the Sjöberg Prize in what month and year?
Dr. Catherine Wu received the Sjöberg Prize in what month and year?
Sphere in Las Vegas opened to the public on what date in September 2023?
Sphere in Las Vegas opened to the public on what date in September 2023?
U2's 40-night residency at Sphere ended on what date in March 2024?
U2's 40-night residency at Sphere ended on what date in March 2024?
The Cheese Rolling competition in Gloucestershire, England, took place on what date in May 2024?
The Cheese Rolling competition in Gloucestershire, England, took place on what date in May 2024?
In what year did the Cheese Rolling competition temporarily stop due to crowd concerns, before continuing as a tradition?
In what year did the Cheese Rolling competition temporarily stop due to crowd concerns, before continuing as a tradition?
Claudia Sheinbaum made history as the first female president of Mexico on what date in June 2024?
Claudia Sheinbaum made history as the first female president of Mexico on what date in June 2024?
Claudia Sheinbaum will take office as president of Mexico on what date in October 2024?
Claudia Sheinbaum will take office as president of Mexico on what date in October 2024?
China's Chang'e 6 lunar probe landed on the Moon on what date in June 2024?
China's Chang'e 6 lunar probe landed on the Moon on what date in June 2024?
The Chang'e 6 lunar mission capsule landed safely in Inner Mongolia on what date in June 2024?
The Chang'e 6 lunar mission capsule landed safely in Inner Mongolia on what date in June 2024?
The global Earth Day movement is considered to have begun in what year?
The global Earth Day movement is considered to have begun in what year?
Approximately how many partners does Earth Day Network now include?
Approximately how many partners does Earth Day Network now include?
The Earth Day Network is active in how many countries?
The Earth Day Network is active in how many countries?
What year does the Earth Day Network want countries to phase out single-use plastics?
What year does the Earth Day Network want countries to phase out single-use plastics?
The Taiwan earthquake struck with a magnitude of what reading on the Richter scale?
The Taiwan earthquake struck with a magnitude of what reading on the Richter scale?
Approximately how many miles south of Hualien was the center of Taiwanese quake?
Approximately how many miles south of Hualien was the center of Taiwanese quake?
In 1999, the magnitude earthquake that shook Taiwan measured what on the Richter scale?
In 1999, the magnitude earthquake that shook Taiwan measured what on the Richter scale?
Approximately how people were killed in the 1999 earthquake in Taiwan?
Approximately how people were killed in the 1999 earthquake in Taiwan?
The Global Solo Challenge route covers approximately how many miles?
The Global Solo Challenge route covers approximately how many miles?
What was the length of Cole Brauer's vessel, First Light, in meters?
What was the length of Cole Brauer's vessel, First Light, in meters?
Dr. Sylvain Lemoine and his team tracked chimpanzees for how many hours daily?
Dr. Sylvain Lemoine and his team tracked chimpanzees for how many hours daily?
According to study in the text, Dr. Sylvain Lemoine observed chimpanzees for how many years?
According to study in the text, Dr. Sylvain Lemoine observed chimpanzees for how many years?
The sketch found by Judith Hernstadt was measured to be how many inches long?
The sketch found by Judith Hernstadt was measured to be how many inches long?
The Jurassic periods spanned approximately how many million years ago?
The Jurassic periods spanned approximately how many million years ago?
Standing at 5 feet 2 inches, or 157 cm, how much did Cole Brauer weigh?
Standing at 5 feet 2 inches, or 157 cm, how much did Cole Brauer weigh?
The 2024 Summer Olympics, hosted in Paris, set to kick off on which date?
The 2024 Summer Olympics, hosted in Paris, set to kick off on which date?
Around how many Sumatran orangutans are estimated to be left in the wild?
Around how many Sumatran orangutans are estimated to be left in the wild?
The town of Marietta, Oklahoma was stuck by an EF-4 tornado with winds up to (267 km/h). The town has a population of around?
The town of Marietta, Oklahoma was stuck by an EF-4 tornado with winds up to (267 km/h). The town has a population of around?
Mammoth, located in Iceland, removes how many tons of carbon from the air annually?
Mammoth, located in Iceland, removes how many tons of carbon from the air annually?
How many times bigger is Mammoth than Climeworks' Orca plant?
How many times bigger is Mammoth than Climeworks' Orca plant?
An even bigger DAC plant in Louisiana, USA, is expected to capture how many million tons of CO2 annually by 2030?
An even bigger DAC plant in Louisiana, USA, is expected to capture how many million tons of CO2 annually by 2030?
How many miles above Earth did the spacecraft reach its highest point for SpaceX?
How many miles above Earth did the spacecraft reach its highest point for SpaceX?
Besides from the scientists, how many civilian astronauts crewed the SpaceX mission for the first time?
Besides from the scientists, how many civilian astronauts crewed the SpaceX mission for the first time?
Approximately how many years later, in 1752, researchers, after Italy's Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD, found papyrus scrolls inside the library?
Approximately how many years later, in 1752, researchers, after Italy's Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD, found papyrus scrolls inside the library?
The Vesuvius Challenge offered cash prizes to those who made notable contributions, and the winner received how much?
The Vesuvius Challenge offered cash prizes to those who made notable contributions, and the winner received how much?
22-year-old computer science, Luke Farritor, decoded the first word in the Vesuvuis Challenge. The two shared the "first letters prize" of $50,000. How much did Farritor receive?
22-year-old computer science, Luke Farritor, decoded the first word in the Vesuvuis Challenge. The two shared the "first letters prize" of $50,000. How much did Farritor receive?
Alex Morgan's remarkable tenure includes how many Olympic matches?
Alex Morgan's remarkable tenure includes how many Olympic matches?
Alex Morgan, soccer celebrity, played in 13 of the 14 matches. In the matches, how many goals were scored?
Alex Morgan, soccer celebrity, played in 13 of the 14 matches. In the matches, how many goals were scored?
A gleaming bronze sword discovered on September 5, 2024, was found in northwest Egypt in a military fort of how many years old?
A gleaming bronze sword discovered on September 5, 2024, was found in northwest Egypt in a military fort of how many years old?
How long did Ramses II rule, often called Ramses the Great?
How long did Ramses II rule, often called Ramses the Great?
On September 27, 2024, the three-day period was the wettest on record in Asheville, North Carolina. The region saw almost how many months worth of rain?
On September 27, 2024, the three-day period was the wettest on record in Asheville, North Carolina. The region saw almost how many months worth of rain?
How many soldiers did President JB authorize the deployment of on October 2 to communities impacted by the hurricane?
How many soldiers did President JB authorize the deployment of on October 2 to communities impacted by the hurricane?
President JB authorized the deployment to those impacted by the hurricane and there were many Federal personnel in the area to help provide aid. Around how much personnel were there to provide aid?
President JB authorized the deployment to those impacted by the hurricane and there were many Federal personnel in the area to help provide aid. Around how much personnel were there to provide aid?
How many tons of global food productions are said to be from earthworms?
How many tons of global food productions are said to be from earthworms?
What amount of million dollars did NFL pledge to help those in need?
What amount of million dollars did NFL pledge to help those in need?
The 9.5-pound (kg) drone in the text, how many times did it successfully recharge itself?
The 9.5-pound (kg) drone in the text, how many times did it successfully recharge itself?
In the text, metal detectorists discovered 2,584 silver coins. How much was the South West Heritage Trust purchased the coins for?
In the text, metal detectorists discovered 2,584 silver coins. How much was the South West Heritage Trust purchased the coins for?
The coins date from 1066 to 1068, according to the text. About how many locations are they believed to have been minted?
The coins date from 1066 to 1068, according to the text. About how many locations are they believed to have been minted?
Aftershock II, launched from Black Rock Desert, reached an altitude of 470,000 feet (143.3 km). How miles was that higher than the previous space altitude record?
Aftershock II, launched from Black Rock Desert, reached an altitude of 470,000 feet (143.3 km). How miles was that higher than the previous space altitude record?
Aftershock II broke the sound barrier within two seconds and hit what speed?
Aftershock II broke the sound barrier within two seconds and hit what speed?
During the December solstice, Earth's seasons result from orbit around teh Sun and the tilt of its axis at what degree angle?
During the December solstice, Earth's seasons result from orbit around teh Sun and the tilt of its axis at what degree angle?
Dr. Kayvi Dalasio, in the end text, talks of President Donald Trump being at what president of US?
Dr. Kayvi Dalasio, in the end text, talks of President Donald Trump being at what president of US?
In what year is the Earth Day Network aiming to phase out all single-use plastics?
In what year is the Earth Day Network aiming to phase out all single-use plastics?
The Taiwanese earthquake on April 3, 2024, had a magnitude of how many on the Richter scale?
The Taiwanese earthquake on April 3, 2024, had a magnitude of how many on the Richter scale?
In what period did Dr. Sylvain Lemoine and his team track chimpanzees daily?
In what period did Dr. Sylvain Lemoine and his team track chimpanzees daily?
On what date did the scientists publish their findings on the crab spider?
On what date did the scientists publish their findings on the crab spider?
When was it announced to release Boeing's starliner from space?
When was it announced to release Boeing's starliner from space?
For how many years did Ramses II rule ancient Egypt?
For how many years did Ramses II rule ancient Egypt?
That year did over $8 million for the relief effort was pledged by who?
That year did over $8 million for the relief effort was pledged by who?
In mid September of what year, did a mysterious event set off earthquake sensors worldwide?
In mid September of what year, did a mysterious event set off earthquake sensors worldwide?
On what date did the Chang'e 6 lunar probe make history?
On what date did the Chang'e 6 lunar probe make history?
What was the length of the US Men's team Olympic drought that ended with a Bronze metal in the team all around final?
What was the length of the US Men's team Olympic drought that ended with a Bronze metal in the team all around final?
When were over 1,800 papyrus scrolls found?
When were over 1,800 papyrus scrolls found?
When was the discovery of a 2,492-carat diamond revealed?
When was the discovery of a 2,492-carat diamond revealed?
What year did the Aftershock II break the previous amateur rocket space?
What year did the Aftershock II break the previous amateur rocket space?
On December, the palm-sized satellite, named for the latin word wood, will be launched. What date is this?
On December, the palm-sized satellite, named for the latin word wood, will be launched. What date is this?
What year was the first model that barely lifted two feet (60 cm) off the ground unveiled?
What year was the first model that barely lifted two feet (60 cm) off the ground unveiled?
What date was known that Hurricane Helene made landfall?
What date was known that Hurricane Helene made landfall?
On August 5 to what date did Banksy captivated Londoners with a remarkable series of artworks?
On August 5 to what date did Banksy captivated Londoners with a remarkable series of artworks?
This April, over how many tornadoes were reported across the United States?
This April, over how many tornadoes were reported across the United States?
In what year in the 1880s, the lively event is believed to have started as a way to settle land ownership disputes?
In what year in the 1880s, the lively event is believed to have started as a way to settle land ownership disputes?
After the last supper to the Bible, Jesus was crucified on a what day?
After the last supper to the Bible, Jesus was crucified on a what day?
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April 22, 1970
April 22, 1970
Earth Day began on this date
1972
1972
The year of the Clean Water Act passage
1973
1973
The year of the Endangered Species Act passage
2040
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2030
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September 2024
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1946
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7.4
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2,400
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11,000+
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1999
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130 days
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October 29, 2023
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PLOS Biology
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August 27, 1777
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PLOS One
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2245
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July 26, 2024
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July 27 to August 5, 2024
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June 22, 2022
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May 2, 2024
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September 26, 2024
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September 13, 2024
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May 8, 2024
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September 15, 2024
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June 25, 2024
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May 3, 2024
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July 29, 2024
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June 13, 2024
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June 10, 2024
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June 19, 2024
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July 2, 2024
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August 22, 2024
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September 11, 2024
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August 5 to 13, 2024
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August 19, 2024
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November 5, 2024
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June 13, 2024
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Study Notes
Earth Day and Environmental Efforts
- Earth Day is celebrated every April 22.
- The Global movement began on April 22, 1970.
- Gaylord Nelson mobilized over 20 million people.
- As of current year, Earth Day Network boasts over 50,000 partners across over 190 countries.
- The Clean Water Act of 1972 and the Endangered Species Act of 1973 are landmark environmental laws.
- The 2015 Paris Agreement is an international treaty on climate change.
- The theme for Earth Day 2024 is "Planet vs. Plastics."
- Over 380 million tons of plastics are produced annually.
- 50 percent of plastics produced annually are for single-use purposes.
- A 60 percent reduction in the production of plastics by 2040 is being demanded.
- EDN plans to achieve a 60 percent reduction in plastic production by 2040.
- By 2030, EDN aims to urge governments to implement policies to end fast fashion and persuade countries wordlwide to commit to phasing out all single-use plastics.
Celestial Events: Nova Outburst
- T Coronae Borealis (T CrB) is 3,000 light-years from Earth.
- T CrB is a binary star system that has periodic nova outbursts approximately once every 80 years.
- The last periodic nova outburst was in 1946.
- NASA expects an upcoming T Coronae Borealis nova sometime before September 2024.
Taiwan Earthquake
- A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan on April 3, 2024.
- Tremor centered 11 miles south of Hualien.
- At least 13 people were killed, and over 1,000 were injured.
- As of April 7, 2024, rescuers looked for six people believed buried in rubble.
- In 1999 a 7.7 magnitude earthquake shook Taiwan killed 2,400, injured over 11,000, and destroyed thousands of buildings.
Cole Brauer's Solo Sail
- On March 7, 2024, Cole Brauer completed the 30,000-mile Global Solo Challenge in 130 days.
- Brauer began her journey from A Coruña, Spain, on October 29, 2023.
- Brauer piloted her 40-foot racing vessel, First Light.
Discoveries by Wu and Gao
- On March 1, 2024, environmental scientists Shi-Mao Wu and Jiang-Yun Gao revealed their findings.
Discovery of Ichthyotitan severnensis
- In spring 2020, Justin Reynolds and his 11-year-old daughter Ruby found fossils at Blue Anchor Beach in Somerset, England.
- In October 2022, Dr. Lomax and team gathered enough pieces to reconstruct a section of lower jaw.
- In 2016 remains of new ichthyosaur were discovered.
- On April 17, 2024, Ruby and Justin were listed as co-authors in journal PLOS One.
- The new creature Ichthyotitan severnensis, measured 80 feet (24 m).
Cicada Emergence
- In 2024, sixteen US states are bracing for the arrival of trillions of noisy cicadas.
- Brood XIX, comprising four species that surfaces every 13 years, and Brood XIII, consisting of three species that appears every 17 years are emerging simultaneously.
- The unusual coincidence last occurred 221 years ago, in 1803, and won't happen again until 2245.
Summer Olympics 2024
- The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, will start on July 26.
- The Summer Olympics will have four extra sports: breaking, surfing, skateboarding, and sport climbing.
- The surfing events will be four days from July 27 to August 5, 2024.
Sumatran Orangutan Rakus
- On June 22, 2022, Dr. Isabelle Laumer and her team noticed the primate's wound.
- By July 19, 2022, wound had closed.
- The researchers revealed their findings on May 2, 2024.
- Sumatran orangutans are a critically endangered species, with only about 14,600 left in the wild.
Tornado Outbreak of 2024
- The activity typically ramps up in April, with an average of approximately 182 tornadoes.
- This April, over 300 tornadoes were reported across the nation.
- About 100 of the twisters occurred from April 25 to 28, 2024.
- Marietta, Oklahoma struck on April 27, 2024,winds between 166 mph (267 km/h) and 200 mph (320 km/h).
- Minden, Iowa, suffered on April 26, 2024, the tornado destroyed 48 homes.
- As of May 12, 2024, 133 tornadoes have been reported.
- On May 10, 2024, Tallahassee, was struck by three different tornadoes.
- in 2011, 1,287 tornadoes had struck the US by May 7.
Zombie Fires
- Friday, September 13, 2024, will simply mark the start of a well-deserved weekend.
- Officials estimate that there are currently 93 zombie fires raging in British Columbia and over 55 in Alberta.
NASA's X-59 Aircraft
- NASA's X-59 aircraft was unveiled in January 2024.
- The X-59 will produce speed of about 768 mph (1,236 km/h).
- NASA plans to begin testing the X-59 in California in late 2024.
- If successful, the X-59 could pave the way for new supersonic aircraft by 2030.
Dogen City
- By 2050, experts predict that nearly 300 million people living in coastal areas will face annual flooding.
- The designers plan to complete by 2030.
Science Discoveries Regarding Cancer
- In February 2024, Dr. Wu received the prestigious Sjöberg Prize for $1 million .
- The Sjöberg Prize had $100,000 for award money and $900,000 for future research.
- In 2015, all individuals were given a seven-shot course.
- By 2017, four patients showed no signs of cancer recurrence.
- By 2021, all six patients were declared cancer-free.
Sphere in Las Vegas
- Sphere opened to the public on September 29, 2023, with Irish rock legends U2.
- The Irish rock band had a 40-night residency, which ended on March 2, 2024.
Cooper's Hill Cheese Rolling Competition
- This year's competition took place on May 27, 2024.
- The race began in the 1800s.
Claudia Sheinbaum
- On June 2, 2024, Claudia Sheinbaum made history.
- She will take office on October 1, 2024.
- An 87-year-old woman commented on Sheinbaum winning the vote.
China's Chang'e 6
- On June 25, 2024, China's Chang'e 6 lunar probe made history
- It launched on May 3, 2024.
- The Spacecraft landed on June 2, 2024.
Paris 2024 Olympics
- On July 29, 2024, their 16-year-long drought ended with a bronze medal in the team all-around final
18th-Century Discovery
- On June 13, 2024, the discovery was announced.
- It took 40 years to realize significance.
- 35 glass bottles dating back to the 18th century in George Washington's Mount Vernon
Current Biology Discovery
- The scientists published their findings in the journal Current Biology on July 2, 2024.
- On August 22, 2024, Lucara Diamond revealed the discovery of diamond
Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft
- On August 25, 2024, NASA officials announced that Boeing's Starliner spacecraft.
- On June 5, 2024, Wilmore and Williams launched.
- It experienced helium leaks and thruster failures on June 6, 2024.
- The date is planned to arrive on September 24, 2024.
Series of Artwork
- From August 5 to 13, 2024, the anonymous British street artist
- On August 5, 2024, Residents of Kew awoke to a silhouette. The ninth and final piece of Banksy's series appeared on August 13, 2024.
CA Fire
- burned 97 percent of the park in August 2020
Friday The 13th
- Friday, September 13, 2024, will simply mark the start of a well-deserved weekend.
- A 2008 study found that fewer traffic accidents occur on Friday the 13th
The 2024 Lunar Events
- May 8, 2024, The Switzerland based start up turned on mammoth that works better
SpaceX
- On September 15, 2024, SpaceX reached a new milestone with the successful completion of Polaris Dawn
- The capsule lifted on September 18, 2024.
- The mission ended at 3:37 a.m. ET on September 15,
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