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Earth’s 27.5-Million-Year Pulse: The Planet’s Mysterious Rhythmic Upheaval Scientists have uncovered something astonishing: Earth seems to operate on a hidden clock. Every 27.5 million years, our planet goes through a powerful geological reset — a "heartbeat" that triggers mass extinctions, giant volcanic eruptions, tectonic shifts, and dramatic sea-level changes. In a study published in Geoscience Frontiers, researchers analyzed 89 major geological events over the past 260 million years. The result? These catastrophic moments don’t happen randomly — they occur in predictable clusters, spaced out like rhythmic pulses in deep time. What Happens During These Pulses? Global mass extinctions (land and sea) Supervolcanic eruptions (like continental flood basalts) Oxygen-starved oceans (anoxic events) Rising or falling sea levels tied to climate shifts Massive tectonic reorganizations This isn't a brand-new theory — as early as the 1920s, scientists suspected a 30-million-year cycle. But now, with more data and advanced analysis, 27.5 million years has emerged as the most consistent interval. It’s a stunning idea: that Earth’s most violent transformations follow a deep, cosmic rhythm — a geological metronome shaping life, death, and rebirth across eons. Source: Rampino, M.R. et al. (2021). "A pulse of the Earth: A 27.5-Myr underlying cycle in coordinated geological events over the last 260 Myr." Geoscience Frontiers.

This breathtaking image of Jupiter was captured on October 27, 2024, during the Juno spacecraft’s 66th close approach—also called a perijove—to the gas giant. The raw data collected by Juno was transformed into this stunning visual by dedicated citizen scientists, who processed and enhanced the imagery to reveal the planet’s mesmerizing swirls and storm systems. By adjusting contrast and blending various wavelengths of light, they unveiled incredible atmospheric detail far beyond what’s visible in natural color—turning Jupiter’s usual cappuccino tones into a dramatic display of swirling clouds. In this image, you can spot a mix of large and small atmospheric vortices—some spinning solo, others merging and interacting in complex patterns. These dynamic features reflect the ever-shifting nature of Jupiter’s turbulent atmosphere. Beyond their beauty, these visuals are scientifically powerful. Juno’s mission is to explore Jupiter’s atmosphere in greater depth than ever before—uncovering the mechanisms behind its fierce storms, jet streams, and immense weather systems. Credit: NASA / JPL / SwRI / MSSS / Gerald Eichstädt / Thomas Thomopoulos © CC BY 3.0

China’s latest hydrogen-powered drone flew non-stop for 30 hours, setting a new national record — and sending a bold message about the future of aviation. Developed by AVIC and Tsinghua University, this 50kg UAV isn’t just impressive — it’s carbon-free, whisper-quiet, and runs on the most abundant element in the universe. With 5G control systems and eco-friendly propulsion, this drone proves that the skies of tomorrow could be clean, connected, and completely hydrogen-powered. No fuel. No emissions. Just pure flight. See the drone record and potential: search&growReferrer=true #HydrogenDrone #GreenAviation #SustainableFlight #ChinaTech #AerospaceInnovation #FutureIsHydrogen #CleanEnergyTech #UAVRevolution

Jalapeño Cornbread Salad Layered Jalapeño Cornbread Salad with Bacon, Veggies, and Ranch Dressing Ingredients: For the jalapeño cornbread: 1 cup cornmeal 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup buttermilk 1 egg 2 tablespoons melted butter 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1–2 jalapeños, finely chopped For the salad: 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 red onion, finely diced 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen) 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 2 cups romaine lettuce or mixed greens, chopped 1 1/2 cups ranch dressing (bottled or homemade) Chopped green onions or parsley, for garnish Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare jalapeño cornbread by mixing all dry ingredients in a bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and melted butter. Combine wet and dry ingredients, fold in cheese and jalapeños. Pour into a greased baking pan and bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden. Let cool completely, then crumble. In a large trifle bowl or glass dish, layer ingredients in the following order: crumbled jalapeño cornbread, lettuce, corn, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, bacon, cheese, and ranch dressing. Repeat layers if space allows. Finish with a drizzle of dressing on top and garnish with chopped green onions or parsley. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving for best flavor. Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes Kcal: 540 kcal | Servings: 8 servings #jalapenocornbread #layeredsalad #southernsalad #potluckrecipe #picnicfood #baconlover #ranchdressing #cornbreadsides #comfortsalad #saladrecipes #texmexflavors #cheesyrecipes #jalapenorecipes #heartymeals #layeredcornbreadsalad #savorysalad #familyfavorites #southerncomfortfood #homemadesalad #cornsalad A little spicy, a lot of flavor This Jalapeño Cornbread Salad is loaded with bold layers, crispy bacon, creamy ranch, and cheesy goodness!