Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed at 01:27 am EDT (05:27 am UTC) on March 26. The Singapore-flagged container ship Dali collided with one of the bridge's pillars leading to a catastrophic collapse of the whole structure. At the time, there were workers on the bridge and the Baltimore City Fire Department stated that at least seven vehicles fell into the water. At … [Read more...] about Baltimore’s Key Bridge Collapses After Container Ship Collision
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Northern lights give spectacular surprise display
The northern lights were spotted across the United Kingdom on Sunday night in a surprisingly strong display. While there was an ongoing weak solar storm, the aurora ended up being visible from the Scottish Highlands down to Cornwall. A sudden spike in solar activity - which causes the lights - saw an aurora "red alert" issued on Sunday evening. Luckily aurora watchers … [Read more...] about Northern lights give spectacular surprise display
Huge Viking hall discovered in ‘biggest find’ in more than a decade
A massive thousand-year-old Viking hall that may have once housed important meetings has been found by archaeologists who believe they have only excavated part of the giant structure A massive Viking hall has been uncovered by archaeologists in what has been hailed as a historic discovery. The remains of the large homestead are thought to be as much as a … [Read more...] about Huge Viking hall discovered in ‘biggest find’ in more than a decade
Finland ends homelessness and provides shelter for all in need
In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. The reason: The country applies the “Housing First” concept. Those affected by homelessness receive a small apartment and counselling – without any preconditions. 4 out of 5 people affected thus make their way back into a stable life. And: All this is cheaper than accepting homelessness. Finland is the only … [Read more...] about Finland ends homelessness and provides shelter for all in need
After Sharing a Bed with Its Owners, A Pet Dog Becomes the First Domesticated Animal to Catch Monkeypox
A dog in Paris has become the first domestic animal recorded to contract monkeypox after sharing a bed with its owners, who also had the virus. According to the Telegraph, the two gay men, who were non-monogamous, developed symptoms for the highly infectious disease at the end of June. The two men had to be hospitalised, where doctors identified their sores … [Read more...] about After Sharing a Bed with Its Owners, A Pet Dog Becomes the First Domesticated Animal to Catch Monkeypox