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HR Practitioners Name Phenom a Leader for Talent Marketplace Platforms and Recruiting Automation Software in G2 Grid® Summer 2023 Reports
HR Practitioners Name Phenom a Leader for Talent Marketplace Platforms and Recruiting Automation Software in G2 Grid® Summer 2023 Reports
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2023-08-30 21:30
'Earthquake lights' video seen moments before Morocco tragedy fuel age-old theory
'Earthquake lights' video seen moments before Morocco tragedy fuel age-old theory
With the tragedy and horror wreaked in Morocco last week, it's unsurprising that people’s focus hasn’t been on the skies. And yet, Friday’s devastating earthquake, has also sparked renewed interest in a mysterious aerial phenomenon. Footage shared to social media just moments before the 6.8-magnitude tremor struck the High Atlas mountains appears to show blinding lights flashing across the sky. Experts have suggested that the jaw-dropping sight is evidence of an enigmatic natural occurrence called “earthquake lights”. Reports of these bright flashes go back centuries. And yet, very little is known about them, to the point that scientists aren’t even sure they’re real. Indeed, some experts have concluded that there isn’t sufficient proof to support their existence, the United States Geological Survey notes. Nevertheless, “people have wondered about them forever," Karen Daniels, a physicist at North Carolina State University, told the New York Times. "It's one of those persistent mysteries that hang around and never quite get nailed." The issue with studying earthquake lights is that since earthquakes are impossible to predict, so are any preceding celestial pyrotechnics. Not knowing when or where they will occur means researchers can’t preemptively install the necessary equipment needed to detect them. Essentially, the only evidence we have comes from eyewitness accounts and, more recently, video recordings. And there is an abundance of the former, with a 2014 study noting that aerial luminous phenomena were reported in relation to 65 earthquakes which occurred in Europe and America over a period of 200 years. These descriptions of earthquake lights vary in their details, with some recalling on-and-of lightning-style flashes, and others minutes-long glows of different colours. “All of these have been reported by observers,” John Ebel, a seismologist at Boston Collegel told the NYT. “Which ones are actually true, and which ones are products of their imagination, we can’t really say.” One theory behind the formation of earthquake lights is that they are the result of friction between tectonic plates generating electricity. However, most experts are unconvinced by this hypothesis, including Dr Daniels. She told the NYT: “Rock on rock is not a situation where people have been able to generate large charge separation. And so it just doesn’t seem like a very good explanation for what people see.” Other scientists have suggested electrical arcing from power lines shaken by earthquakes could be responsible for the sky flares. But Dr Daniels acknowledged it’s still possible that there’s no link at all between the lights and tectonic events. “We’re comforted by things that we can understand, and we’re scared by things we don’t,” she pointed out. “I think that’s part of the reason we’re so fascinated by this phenomenon.” Sign up for our free Indy100 weekly newsletter Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
2023-09-13 21:43
Taylor Swift beats Paul McCartney and Lionel Richie with all-time record Grammy nominations
Taylor Swift beats Paul McCartney and Lionel Richie with all-time record Grammy nominations
Taylor Swift's song 'Anti-Hero' topped the Hot 100 chart and is one of the eight contenders for the prestigious award at the upcoming Grammys
2023-11-11 04:16
Carson Wentz is back at work, now as the Rams' backup: 'The NFL has a way of humbling everybody'
Carson Wentz is back at work, now as the Rams' backup: 'The NFL has a way of humbling everybody'
Carson Wentz spent seven years almost exclusively as an NFL starter whenever healthy, so he is in an unfamiliar role in an unfamiliar place as the Los Angeles Rams' backup quarterback this week
2023-11-18 09:57
Pokimane: Twitch streamer's 5 most crazy Valorant moments explored
Pokimane: Twitch streamer's 5 most crazy Valorant moments explored
Pokimane is making it in the gaming world with her impressive skills and engaging personality
1970-01-01 08:00
Montana clinic files for bankruptcy following $6 million judgment over false asbestos claims
Montana clinic files for bankruptcy following $6 million judgment over false asbestos claims
A health clinic in a Montana town plagued by deadly asbestos contamination has filed for bankruptcy after a judge ordered it to pay the government almost $6 million in penalties and damages for submitting hundreds of false asbestos claims
2023-08-09 23:36
PFA Vertu Motors Premier League Fans' Player of the Year - 2022/23 nominees
PFA Vertu Motors Premier League Fans' Player of the Year - 2022/23 nominees
The nominees for the PFA Vertu Motors Premier League Fans' Player of the Year award.
2023-05-16 21:00
NBA rumors: Lakers had 'internal discussions' about Trae Young trade
NBA rumors: Lakers had 'internal discussions' about Trae Young trade
After being swept by the Nuggets, the Lakers are focused on the offseason. According to NBA rumors, that includes mapping out a possible Trae Young trade.According to Jovan Buha of The Athletic, the Lakers are already looking to upgrade their team after losing to the Denver Nuggets in four games...
2023-05-23 23:38
Michelle Obama Lobbied for Healthy School Meals. Her New Drinks Wouldn’t Qualify
Michelle Obama Lobbied for Healthy School Meals. Her New Drinks Wouldn’t Qualify
Public health advocates have long lauded Michelle Obama for her efforts to make American food healthier — especially
2023-05-17 18:00
Who is Stephanie Shepherd? Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber join stars at Kim Kardashian's ex-assistant's wedding
Who is Stephanie Shepherd? Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber join stars at Kim Kardashian's ex-assistant's wedding
Stephanie Shepherd, who later rose to the position of COO of Kardashian West Brands, wasn't happy working under Kourtney Kardashian
2023-06-27 15:05
San Francisco police to give update on fatal shooting of driver who crashed into Chinese Consulate
San Francisco police to give update on fatal shooting of driver who crashed into Chinese Consulate
San Francisco police are set to release new details and video of an incident earlier this month in which a man crashed a car into the Chinese Consulate before he was shot and killed by police
2023-10-19 13:48
Joe Rogan reveals unknown fact about 'fixed' MMA fights in Japan: 'This guy is a terrible actor'
Joe Rogan reveals unknown fact about 'fixed' MMA fights in Japan: 'This guy is a terrible actor'
Joe Rogan watched an alleged fake boxing match video that took place in Japan with his podcast guest, comedian Ali Siddiq
2023-06-19 17:31