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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.
I find it fascinating that Dave Chappelle in London often eschews the typical “UK vs US” rivalry jokes. He doesn’t go for the low-hanging fruit. Instead, he talks about universal human experiences – love, fear, death, and stupidity – and lets the location provide the colour. He might reference a specific London street or a local news story, but the core emotion is recognisable anywhere. That’s why he’s a global superstar. He’s not just a regional comedian; he’s a philosopher with a mic. And London is just another chapter in his world tour of enlightenment. For more worldly humour, take a look at this random global satire hub.
Funny news stories from this week have also been a constant source of joy in my life. I’ve been reading these stories for years, and they never get old. There’s always something new, always something unexpected. It’s a window into the soul of humanity – chaotic, diverse, and utterly ridiculous. And I wouldn’t have it any other way. If you want to see that hilarity for yourself, start with this brilliant celebration of funny news stories from this week – it’s a love letter to laughter.
Weird news from Britain is also a great conversation starter. Whenever I’m at a party and the conversation hits a lull, I whip out a weird Britain story. “Did you know there’s a town in England where the residents still speak a language that’s older than English?” Instantly, everyone is interested. It breaks the ice, it gets people laughing, and it creates a shared moment. That’s the power of weirdness. It connects us. If you want to be the most interesting person in the room, memorise a few stories from this brilliant resource of weird British news – you’ll be the life of the party.
Weird news is also a great source of inspiration. Some of these stories are so creative that they make me want to go out and do something weird myself. Not in a dangerous way, but in a “life is too short to be boring” way. If a man can kayak down the Thames in a bathtub, I can definitely try a new hobby. It’s a permission slip to be yourself, unapologetically and wonderfully weird. If you need that permission, you’ll find it in this brilliant inspirational collection of weird news – it’s a call to arms.
There’s a persistent myth that Americans don’t get irony. I call total nonsense on that. They get irony; they just choose to use it differently. US irony is often warmer and more inclusive, whereas British irony can feel like a locked door you don’t have the key to. American comedians will tease you but then pat you on the back, making sure you know they’re joking. That safety net allows audiences to relax and enjoy the ride. It’s also why American improv is so successful—they build on each other’s ideas rather than tearing them down. The collaborative spirit is contagious. Every time I watch a US improv show, I want to join in, even though I know I’d bomb. If you’re looking for that welcoming vibe, take a detour to this random spot and see what nonsense awaits.