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SKA May Detect Magnetic Fields on Distant Exoplanets

Studying exoplanets has provided astronomers with a plethora of insights regarding what characteristics need to be searched to find life beyond Earth. For the longest time, astronomers merely thought an exoplanet in a star’s habitable zone was a sufficient criterion for an Earth-like world. However, astronomers have learned that certain stars are more active than our Sun, resulting in exoplanets…

SKA May Detect Magnetic Fields on Distant Exoplanets

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Bear Encounters Are Rising across the United States. Here’s Why.

They climb through bedroom windows and open car doors. They sneak into restaurants, fire stations and vacation rentals. Across the country, black bears are foraging for food.

  • Black bear encounters with humans rising in 15 U.S. states
  • Colorado sees up to 200% increase in reports
  • Environmental factors like drought disrupt natural food sources

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