Detection Of Ghost Particle Leads To Breakthrough In Astronomy And Physics
Science Trends – July 16
For the past few years, astronomers have been intensely studying gravitational waves. Gravitational waves have given astronomers a new model to see the universe with, yet a new discovery made in Antarctica may make the neutrino the new way of interpreting the universe … This helped the researchers determine that the single high-energy neutrino detected last year was indeed from the blazar, which has a number of important implications for astronomy, according to Marcos Santander, astrophysicist from the University of Alabama.
KMJ Now – July 16
Donald Trump Sides With Vladimir Putin Over Russia’s Cyber Attack on U.S. Elections: ‘A Good Competitor He Is’
Yahoo! – July 16
Following his highly-anticipated one-on-one meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday, President Donald Trump lashed out at Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation into the Russian cyber attack on the 2016 U.S. election and credited Putin with a forceful denial of any wrongdoing … “Is Putin actually trying to suppress a grin as Trump says there was no collusion and discusses his victory over Clinton? Good God. This is so much worse that contemplated. “We ran a brilliant campaign and that’s why I’m President,” tweeted 25-year federal prosecutor and former U.S. Attorney Joyce White Vance, now a University of Alabama law professor.
Birmingham Children’s Theatre hosts “The Three Musketeers”
Alabama News Center – July 16
The sounds of metal clashing against metal fill the air in the Birmingham Children’s Theatre’s (BCT) rendition of “The Three Musketeers.” This play, adapted from Ken Ludwig’s book, has a little bit of something for everyone, according to Ashley Woods, the managing director for BCT … Christian Hatcher, who is studying musical theater at the University of Alabama, plays D’Artagnan. Hatcher said he has been involved in the arts from a very young age, thanks to his mother. Hatcher got away from theater and the arts for a while, but is glad he returned.
Trump endorsed one of his critics. Will it be enough to help her win her runoff in Alabama?
Vox – July 16
Rep. Martha Roby — who failed to win her primary outright in June — hopes to turn it all around on Tuesday during the runoff election … This record could be one of the factors that convinced Trump to support her. “The truth is that she is in fact a reliable vote for him,” University of Alabama political science professor Richard Fording told Al.com.
10 Common Things That Belong Nowhere Near Your Bed
Apartment Therapy – July 16
You know that feeling when you walk into a spa? The calm music, the soothing decor… it’s an environment that’s been carefully crafted to make you feel relaxed. And while we’re not suggesting you need to spend time and money turning your home into a spa, you can take a clever cue from the intention: There are a few things you can avoid keeping in your bedroom to ensure the space is perfectly primed for both relaxation and sleep … We talked to Dr. Heather Gunn, PhD, an assistant professor at the University of Alabama and clinical psychologist with training in behavioral sleep medicine, about the items that can prevent or lessen healthy sleep.
Univ. of Alabama Students Can Use ID Card on Apple Watch
Diverse – July 16
University of Alabama students will be able to use ID cards on the Apple Watches and iPhones this fall. The Tuscaloosa News reports an Apple statement said only have to raise their wrist to gain access to places including the library, dorms and events, pay for snacks, laundry and dinners around campus. The software was presented this week as students with an Apple Watch or iPhone can add their ID cards to the wallet.
DENSO FOUNDATION AWARDS NEARLY $1 MILLION IN STEM EDUCATION GRANTS TO 25 NORTH AMERICAN COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
Material Handling Network – July 16
DENSO, a world automotive supplier of technology and components, constantly searches for ways to increase young people’s access to technical education and help develop tomorrow’s workforce. Aiding this effort, the company’s philanthropic arm – DENSO North America Foundation (DNAF) – today announced it will donate nearly $1 million in overall funding to 25 institutions of higher learning across North America to support science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) educational programming.
Education Digest
Beavercreek News-Current (Ohio) – July 17
A total of 11,347 students enrolled during the 2018 spring semester at The University of Alabama were named to the dean’s list with an academic record of 3.5 or above.
Beverly Hills Courier (California) – July 16