Ghent Altarpiece: latest phase of restoration unmasks 16th century overpainting
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Tuesday, 24 December 2019
Barn owls reflect moonlight in order to stun their prey
Ecosystems that are bathed in light during the day change profoundly at night. As the sun fades from the land, nocturnal life emerges, with the barn owl (Tyto alba) among them. Barn owls are iconic nocturnal birds of prey that are found all over the world, often near towns and villages. Although a familiar species to many, there is still much we don’t know about them. One peculiarity is the difference in plumage color between different barn owls. Why is it that some have undersides that are completely white while others are dark red? This puzzled scientists for a long…
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The psychology behind why people believe in curses
Strictly Come Dancing, the TV show which pairs celebrities with professional dancers to compete in a ballroom dancing competition, has apparently been the cause of a number of divorces, break-ups, and scandals. This “Strictly curse” is not helped by the show’s demanding schedule, long practice hours, and intimate dancing. Strictly is not the only modern curse featured in the media of late. The curse of the Tour de France returned, with the failure of a French rider to win the cycling race. Hopes that Julian Alaphillippe would this year end the 34-year drought were dashed. Meanwhile, the rapper Drake has…
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New top story on Hacker News: The Nightjet: A Big Bet on Train Travelers Who Take It Slow
The Nightjet: A Big Bet on Train Travelers Who Take It Slow
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Over a decade later, I’m still fascinated by Techno Viking
More than a decade after its release, I’m still fascinated by the notorious Techno Viking video. There’s something indescribably captivating about it. I find myself watching the clip at least several times a year. I can try to explain it, but its mystery evades writing. Every little detail in the video simply falls perfectly into place, as if it was staged. But it wasn’t. Where do I start? Bear with me throughout this synopsis — or scroll down to watch the actual video first. The video opens with a woman in a bright, cyan wig awkwardly dancing to a techno track…
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How the digital revolution can tackle the climate crisis
Life has changed almost beyond recognition in the last few decades. Artificial intelligence (AI) has substituted entire job fields – intelligent software can now review legal documents, a job which was previously only carried out by lawyers. Machine learning means technical systems can pull together entire libraries of information in a single handheld device. Virtual spaces now exist where people from all over the world can share, connect and chat instantly. In 2019, it’s clear that digital innovations will continue to change society and the economy, but it’s uncertain whether these new technologies will benefit the global transformation to sustainability.…
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