That's why the dark zone is so worrisome. During the summer months, part of the western section of the ice sheet turns from brilliant white to inky gray as algae bloom across the surface. Since 2000, these blooms have gotten bigger, causing the dark zone to expand, according to a statement by the researchers. … [Read more...] about Mystery of Greenland’s expanding ‘dark zone’ finally solved
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The Trump administration left Biden with a rocket dilemma
When push came to shove, the White House went along with NASA, Congress, and the big contractors like Boeing that are building the SLS rocket, spending about $2.5 billion every year to keep it going. And while the SLS didn't launch in 2020, it did reach a test stand in Mississippi, in preparation for a big static fire test earlier this month. The goal was to ignite the rocket's four main engines for four to eight minutes, showing its readiness for launch. Unfortunately, the rocket's core stage only fired for 67.2 seconds, and now NASA is considering whether it needs to test fire the rocket again before shipping it to its launch pad at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. … [Read more...] about The Trump administration left Biden with a rocket dilemma
Uber will pay $1.8 million to settle lawsuit over airport fees
Plaintiffs' lawyers said the settlement was extraordinary because it reimbursed 100 percent of the fees paid by riders. "We commend Uber for doing that," attorney Todd Schneider told SF legal newspaper The Recorder, which first reported the settlement. … [Read more...] about Uber will pay $1.8 million to settle lawsuit over airport fees
AT&T Q4 2020: Consumers flock to HBO Max, but COVID recovery is far from reality
AT&T reported consolidated revenues of $45.7 billion and a net loss attributable to common stock of $13.9 billion or -$1.95 per share. Adjusted EPS earnings are $0.75 per share including "asset impairments, an actuarial loss on benefit plans, merger-amortization costs and other items." … [Read more...] about AT&T Q4 2020: Consumers flock to HBO Max, but COVID recovery is far from reality
You may need to start wearing better face masks
That said, masks should still be worn outdoors, and people should distance themselves from anyone outside their household. And just like in indoor spaces, the longer you spend with others, the higher the risk of transmission becomes. Physical distancing remains the best way to avoid catching and spreading COVID-19; masks are just another layer of protection to employ when you can't avoid being around other people. … [Read more...] about You may need to start wearing better face masks