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How many H-bombs does it take to pop a sun-sized bowl of popcorn? One? A thousand?

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From New Scientist: A radio wave has hit Earth after travelling through space for 8 billion years. @AlexWilkins22 says it's the oldest fast radio burst ever detected, with enough energy to microwave a bowl of popcorn twice the size of our Sun 🍿☀️ I'm fascinated by the analogies science writers use. You know, the moon ...continue reading "How many H-bombs does it take to pop a sun-sized bowl of popcorn? One? A thousand?"
Kevin Drum

Missouri's top producer of black walnuts, they are edible

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Missouri holds the title of being the top producer of Black Walnuts, which are also edible and serve as the official tree nut of the state. Their fruiting season occurs between September and October, so do not miss the opportunity to enjoy them.Β 
Liz Dowell

Edwardsville Fire Department Fills New Assistant Chief Role as Three Are Promoted

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EDWARDSVILLE – Three Edwardsville Fire Department members moved up the ladder this week as the department expanded its ranks to include an assistant fire chief. The three veteran firefighter/paramedics took the oath of office for their new rank at the Tuesday, October 17, City Council meeting. Capt. Bob Morgan, who has been with the Edwardsville Fire Department for 27 and a half years, was promoted to the assistant fire chief position, which was created in September to officially provide the department with a fire marshal. Chief James Whiteford said Morgan has already been functioning as a fire marshal, handling many fire prevention and construction inspections. In the position, Morgan also will assist with training and education, overall management and be available for emergency response. Lt. Ed Burnley was promoted to the rank of captain, filling the role that Morgan previously held. Burnley, who has been with the department for 11 years, oversees technical rescue training

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