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A computer simulation shows the collision of two black holes, a tremendously powerful event detected for the first time ever by the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory, or LIGO. LIGO detected gravitational waves, or ripples in space and time generated as the black holes spiraled in toward each other, collided, and merged. This simulation shows how the merger would appear to our eyes if we could somehow travel in a spaceship for a closer look. It was created by solving equations from Albert Einstein's general theory of relativity using the LIGO data. The two merging black holes are each roughly 30 times the mass of the sun, with one slightly larger than the other. Time has been slowed down by a factor of about 100. The event took place 1.3 billion years ago. The stars appear warped due to the incredibly strong gravity of the black holes. The black holes warp space and time, and this causes light from the stars to curve around the black holes in a process called gravitational lensing. The ring around the black holes, known as an Einstein ring, arises from the light of all the stars in a small region behind the holes, where gravitational lensing has smeared their images into a ring. The gravitational waves themselves would not be seen by a human near the black holes and so do not show in this video, with one important exception. The gravitational wavesthatare traveling outward toward the small region behind the black holes disturb that region’s stellar images in the Einstein ring, causing them to slosh around, even long after the collision. The gravitational waves traveling in other directions cause weaker, and shorter-lived sloshing, everywhere outside the ring. This simulation was created by the multi-university SXS (Simulating eXtreme Spacetimes) project. For more information, visit http://www.black-holes.org​. Image credit: SXS Video Credit: youtube channel LIGO Lab Caltech: MIT License labeled as Creative Commons

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The Great Wall of China is a remarkable architectural feat that stretches over 13,000 miles (21,196 kilometers) across China's northern borders. Here are some fascinating facts about this iconic structure: 1. **Construction History**: The construction of the Great Wall began over 2,000 years ago, during the Qin Dynasty (around 221 BC). However, most of the existing wall was built during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644 AD). 2. **Purpose**: Contrary to common belief, the Great Wall wasn't built to be visible from space. Its primary purpose was to protect China from invasions by nomadic tribes from the north, such as the Mongols and the Xiongnu. 3. **Materials**: The wall is made from a variety of materials, including stone, brick, tamped earth, wood, and other materials available locally along its route. 4. **Length**: The Great Wall's length is impressive, but it's not a continuous wall. Instead, it consists of multiple sections built over different periods. Some parts have crumbled over time, while others have been restored. 5. **Watchtowers and Forts**: Along the wall are numerous watchtowers and forts used for surveillance, communication, and defense. They vary in size and design, depending on the strategic needs of the area. 6. **Human Cost**: The construction of the wall required immense human labor. It is estimated that millions of workers, including soldiers, convicts, and peasants, contributed to its construction over the centuries. Many lost their lives during its construction. 7. **Cultural Symbol**: The Great Wall of China is not only a physical barrier but also a symbol of Chinese civilization, resilience, and unity. It embodies the ingenuity and determination of the Chinese people throughout history. 8. **Tourism**: Today, the Great Wall is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the world. Visitors come from all over the globe to marvel at its grandeur, walk along its ancient paths, and learn about its rich history. 9. **Conservation Efforts**: Efforts are ongoing to preserve and protect the Great Wall from natural erosion, human encroachment, and other forms of damage. UNESCO has designated certain sections as World Heritage Sites to ensure their conservation for future generations.

Police vs Fire Hockey right before an Allen Americans game. I had the privilege of seeing this game after coming to town to see friends. So fun!

The Conspiracy Theory of Everything - A 90 Minute Special This is one of the best conspiracy videos I've ever seen. Originally uploaded to YouTube by channel Spirit Science on July 17, 2023, it has over 1.2M views. The video is marked as having a Creative Commons Attribution license (reuse allowed).

The internal company documents offer a behind-the-scenes glimpse at how the federal agencies distorted the public debate one of the world's largest social media platforms. ---- https://reason.com/video/2023/01/09/d... CORRECTION: This article originally described Nostr as a "blockchain-based social media site." Nostr is an open protocol that allows users to transmit a post over a decentralized network of relays using cryptographic keys. The so-called Twitter Files, written by a group of independent journalists given access to internal company documents, offer a behind-the-scenes glimpse at how the federal government shaped the flow of information on one of the world's largest social media platforms. Some tech pundits say that the Twitter Files contain no secrets: they knew about the thousands of takedown requests the company receives every month from law enforcement agencies and the courts, or they had already opined about the immense challenges of content moderation. However, the Twitter Files have brought important new information to light. They show that the company stifled debate over important policy issues by shadowbanning certain accounts for no good reason and then misleading the public. They show that Twitter was routinely strongarmed by the White House and the FBI into complying with frivolous takedown requests. And they provide evidence that the intelligence community likely influenced the decision to suppress the Hunter Biden laptop story during Joe Biden's 2020 presidential campaign. "Almost every conspiracy theory that people had about Twitter turned out to be true," Elon Musk said on the All-In Podcast in late December. "Is there a conspiracy theory about Twitter that didn't turn out to be true?" Conspiracy theorists are often sloppy with the facts and exaggerate what actually happened. But the information brought to light by the Twitter Files should be alarming to anyone who cares about free speech and a free society. Is the government meddling similarly with YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Google search? How can we prevent the internet from becoming a centralized apparatus through which state actors shape and censor public debate? Here are three major takeaways from the Twitter Files: #1 Twitter distorted the conversation and misled the public Twitter had a system of "whitelists" that allowed its algorithms and human moderators to turn engagement dials up and down based on what a user said. It used this power to limit the ability of certain groups and individuals to reach an audience, including conservative commentator Dan Bongino, Stanford economist and medical school professor Jay Bhattacharya, mRNA vaccine critic Alex Berenson, and the Libs of TikTok account. #2 The government is secretly policing speech. The most troubling thing about the Berenson de-platforming isn't Twitter's decision per se, but whether it made that decision freely. Was it done at the behest of the federal government? The Twitter files provide circumstantial evidence that the White House played a role. #3 Twitter permitted covert state propaganda on its platform. The U.S. ran sock-puppet accounts on Twitter and then may have tried to shut them down secretly when it looked like it was caught in the act. Produced by Zach Weissmueller; edited by Regan Taylor; sound editing by John Osterhoudt. 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1. "Art is a lie that makes us realize truth." 2. "Every act of creation is first an act of destruction." 3. "The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls." 4. "I am always doing that which I cannot do, in order that I may learn how to do it." 5. "Colors, like features, follow the changes of the emotions." 6. "Learn the rules like a pro, so you can break them like an artist." 7. "Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life." 8. "Give me a museum, and I'll fill it." 9. "It takes a long time to become young." 10. "Action is the foundational key to all success."

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Don't think, just do. You have to understand, if it was easy everyone would have it and it wouldn't be special. Push yourself every day. The human mind, and body, are capable of spectacular things.

A friend, family member, a teacher, a co-worker, someone will listen. Get help. At some point in everyone's life they need assistance from someone else.

Without facing potential failure, you will never succeed.

You will achieve the success you earned, and you will suffer the failure you deserve.

You don't have to understand others, but you can still help them find their path.

Motivation is combination of emotions that YOU control. Lean forward and take one step at a time, and you CAN accomplish your goals.