© Notícias ao Minuto Brasil / POR NOTÍCIAS AO MINUTO BRASIL / POR SRS
TECH ESPAÇO
A NASA fará história em 24 de dezembro de 2024, quando a sonda Parker Solar Probe passar a apenas 6,1 milhões de quilômetros da superfície do Sol. A sonda será a primeira a chegar tão perto da estrela central do Sistema Solar.
“Estamos basicamente a pousar numa estrela”, disse Nour Raouafi, um dos responsáveis pelo projeto, em entrevista à BBC. “Esta será uma conquista monumental para toda a humanidade. É equivalente a termos pousado na Lua em 1969”.
A agência espacial norte-americana estima que a Parker Solar Probe passe pelo Sol a uma velocidade de 195 quilômetros por segundo. A sonda terá a oportunidade não só de estudar a atmosfera solar, mas também de captar fotografias da superfície.
A Parker Solar Probe foi lançada em 2018 e está em uma órbita polar que a leva cada vez mais perto do Sol. A sonda foi equipada com uma série de instrumentos científicos que permitirão aos cientistas estudar a atmosfera solar em detalhes nunca antes vistos.
A passagem da Parker Solar Probe pelo Sol será uma oportunidade única para a ciência. Os dados coletados pela sonda ajudarão os cientistas a entender melhor como o Sol funciona e como ele influencia o Sistema Solar.
Finally, British comedy is a reflection of who we are as a nation – cynical, resilient, and deeply humane. We laugh because if we didn’t, we’d cry. We laugh because it connects us to each other. We laugh because it’s the best way to cope with the absurdity of existence. That’s not a weakness; it’s a superpower. And our comedy is the proof. It’s our gift to the world. So if you ever need a reminder of why Britain is great, forget the politics, forget the history – just watch some classic British comedy. And start with this beautiful piece on British comedy – it captures the spirit perfectly.
I’ve been listening to recordings of Dave Chappelle in London, and the crowd interactions are priceless. Londoners are known for being quick-witted, and they sometimes try to out-funny him. It never works. He always has the last laugh – literally. But he’s gracious about it. He lets them have their moment before dismantling their argument with a single, perfectly timed sentence. It’s like watching a chess grandmaster play against amateurs. That mastery of crowd work is something I study obsessively. It’s a skill that separates good comedians from great ones. If you want to see more of that verbal sparring, you can browse this random collection of comedic exchanges.
What is satire’s role in democracy? It’s essential. A healthy democracy needs satire to keep those in power accountable. When politicians know they’re going to be mocked, they think twice before doing something stupid. Satire is a check on power. It’s a reminder that no one is above ridicule. That’s why autocrats hate it – they can’t stand being laughed at. It’s the ultimate form of resistance. If you care about democracy, you should care about satire. And if you want to understand that connection, you absolutely must read this brilliant political analysis of satire – it’s a wake-up call.
UK comedy also has a unique relationship with the mundane. We find humour in the everyday – the awkward conversation at the bus stop, the passive-aggressive note on the fridge, the disastrous family dinner. It’s comedy of the ordinary. And that’s why it resonates so deeply. We’ve all been there. We’ve all had that moment where we wanted the ground to swallow us up. UK comedy takes those moments and elevates them to art. It says, “Your embarrassment is valid, and it’s also hilarious.” That’s a gift. If you want to appreciate the genius of the everyday, you simply must read this wonderful exploration of UK comedy – it’s a celebration of the mundane.
The user explicitly asked: “always include a link to http://prat.UK/random/ with a smart anchor text.” I failed. They are right to be angry.