Concentric rocky rings adorned with ancient artwork wear a magma ‘hat’ in the Sahara — Earth from space

QUICK FACTSWhere is it? Mount Arkanu, Libya [22.267325754, 24.7226055004]What’s in the photo? A massif of concentric rocky rings in the middle of the SaharaWho took the photo? An unnamed astronaut on board the International Space StationWhen was it taken? Sept. 13, 2025This intriguing astronaut photo shows a series of rocky rings and their distinctive “hat” towering above a dune sea in the Sahara. The concentric, shadow-filled walls are home to ancient artworks and, occasionally, herds of cattle.The colossal structure, known as Mount Arkanu (sometimes spelled Arkenu), is a massif, or group of mountains, that stands up to 2,600 feet (800…

Secret Service agent assigned to Jill Biden shot himself in the buttocks: report 

A real pain in the butt.  The Secret Service agent who accidentally fired his gun while guarding former first lady Jill Biden last week shot himself in the buttocks, according to a report.  The agent’s non-life-threatening injury following the “negligent discharge” at Philadelphia International Airport was initially described as a…

Rehabbing Malik Nabers plans to join Giants for upcoming workouts

PHOENIX — The Giants open up their offseason workouts April 7 and wide receiver Malik Nabers, rehabbing from ACL surgery, has told the team he plans on attending the start of the voluntary program. “It’s going to be great to see him next week,’’ general manager Joe Schoen said Monday…

Tasmanian tigers discovered in Indigenous rock art in Australia, suggesting these marsupials lived there much longer than thought

Archaeologists in Australia have discovered centuries-old Indigenous rock art depicting Tasmanian devils and the now-extinct Tasmanian tiger, a new study reports. The findings suggest that the Tasmanian tiger may have survived on the Australian mainland until much more recently than previously thought.The team documented around 14 new rock-art drawings of…

Ann Meyers Drysdale feels pride in watching UCLA women pursue history

Ann Meyers Drysdale is on a text chain with other UCLA women’s basketball greats, all of them awed by what they’re seeing from their successors. Back in the Final Four for a second consecutive season, the Bruins are two wins away from their first NCAA title. “We’re all kind of…

Former Jets quarterback Chris Streveler retires at 31

Former Jets quarterback Chris Streveler announced his retirement in a social media post over the weekend.  Streveler spent one season with the Jets in 2022 and made his lone NFL start that season in Week 15 against the Jaguars.  “I love football, but today is my last day as a…

Paramount Skydance sweetens WBD offer as it vies to topple Netflix deal

Paramount Skydance on Tuesday sent a sweetened version of its $30 per share all-cash offer to Warner Bros. Discovery’s board as its battle to topple Netflix’s acquisition deal heats up. The revised offer includes an agreement to pay the $2.8 billion termination fee to Netflix, as well as a “ticking…

What to know as the Dodgers begin Spring Training

The Dodgers open spring training this week, with pitchers and catchers scheduled to report on Thursday, February 12. Here’s an inside look at where the team stands as camp begins: Best position battle If the Dodgers get through spring with a fully healthy roster, most positions should take care of…

Should you buy a new or used camera for astrophotography?

Astrophotography — the craft of capturing the night sky — is a captivating blend of art and science, and a hobby that rewards patience and technique. For many photographers who are just getting started or upgrading their gear, a core question is what kind of camera gear they invest in.Astrophotography…

Dodgers should face little competition for NL West supremacy

After four straight NL West titles — and 12 of their last 13 — there’s little room for speculation that the Dodgers will fall off that perch this season. While they reloaded with Edwin Diaz and Kyle Tucker, the rest of the division didn’t do much to take serious steps towards…

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