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Nasa: Rare nova explosion this year to be a 'once-in-a-lifetime' viewing opportunity

Science Alert - 18/04/2024
A remarkable astronomical event is expected to happen this year, offering what NASA calls a 'once-in-a-lifetime viewing opportunity.' The nova explosion is set to occur in a star system situated 3,000 light years away from Earth and should be visible to the naked eye at some point in 2024. Bill Cooke discussed the phenomenon in a conversation with Fox News Digital.

How cloud seeding boosts rainfall — and why that’s controversial

Science Alert - 17/04/2024
Decades ago, humans began employing chemicals to enhance clouds' ability to produce rain and snow, a practice that is increasingly relevant as climate change exacerbates heat and dryness in certain areas. While embraced in countries like the US and the United Arab Emirates, cloud seeding remains contentious due to potential unintended outcomes such as excessive precipitation or heightened pollution levels.

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