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New York Post
a day ago
- Climate
- New York Post
‘Mega-tsunami' mystery solved — source of seismic activity that shook the world for 9 days revealed
This ought to cause a wave of panic. Back in 2023, scientists were perplexed by a mysterious seismic signal that shook the world every 90 seconds for nine days. Now, two years later, satellite footage has revealed the frightening source of these vibrations — giant mega-tsunamis sloshing around a Greenland fjord, per a 'Nature Communications' study. The massive walls of water — one of which measured 650 feet tall, or about half the height of the Empire State Building — were reportedly caused by the collapse of a massive mountainside that was triggered by a warming glacier, per the report. A total of 25 million cubic meters of rock and ice crashed into remote Dickson Fjord in East Greenland, the Daily Mail reported. This spawned colossal waves known as seiches that undulated back and forth in the water body for nine days like a giant bathtub or wave pool — hence the mysterious reverberations, Live Science reported. Study co-author Professor Thomas Adcock, who teaches engineering science at the University of Oxford, dubbed the findings 'an example of how the next generation of satellite data can resolve phenomena that has remained a mystery in the past.' í¥¤§í¨²´ çŸ³í¤°â¢ – 'That is an enormous wall of water bouncing back and forth,' study lead author Thomas Monahan, a graduate student in engineering science at the University of Oxford, told the Daily Mail. He estimated that the force exerted over the length of the fjord was 500 Giga Newtons, the 'equivalent to the amount of force produced by 14 Saturn V rocket ships launching at once.' While this seismic phenomenon was felt around the world, there were no observations of these tsunamis or landslides to confirm the theory. Even a Danish military vessel that entered the fjord three days into the first seismic event didn't observe the seiche rocking the planet. Thankfully, the Oxford researchers were able to fill in the blanks by analyzing data captured by the new Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) satellite, which, as the name suggests, tracks water on the surface of the ocean. Using a tool called Ka-band Radar Interferometer (KaRIn), the tech can map 90% of all water on the ocean's surface. Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellite image of the Dickson Fjord overlaid with sea-surface height measurements from the SWOT satellite. Thomas Monahan The traditional tsunami-measuring method, satellite altimetry, involves transmitting radar pulses onto the ocean's surface from orbit and then measuring the wave's height based on the time it takes for the pulse to return. Unfortunately, this technique is somewhat limited as it can't conduct accurate measurements in a confined space such as the fjord. By contrast, KaRin can pinpoint radar signals' returns with shocking precision using two massive antennae. Armed with this tech, Fjord forensics experts were able to observe cross-channel slopes moving in opposite directions between the fjord, confirming their presence. They then cross-referenced this with seismic observations, as well as weather and tidal readings, to recreate the waves and connect them to the reverberations. Study co-author Professor Thomas Adcock, who teaches engineering science at the University of Oxford, dubbed the findings 'an example of how the next generation of satellite data can resolve phenomena that has remained a mystery in the past.' 'We will be able to get new insights into ocean extremes such as tsunamis, storm surges, and freak waves,' he said. 'However, to get the most out of these data, we will need to innovate and use both machine learning and our knowledge of ocean physics to interpret our new results.' Monahan deemed the cutting-edge tech particularly crucial. 'This study shows how we can leverage the next generation of satellite Earth observation technologies to study these processes,' he said.
Wales Online
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Mastermind winner details unique first date after finding love on BBC show
Mastermind winner details unique first date after finding love on BBC show John Robinson and Claire Reynolds, who finished in second place, hit it off during the filming of the BBC show and have since embarked on a romance. This Morning: Mastermind couple say first date was a pub quiz This year, John Robinson narrowly secured the Mastermind trophy by a single point, leaving Claire Reynolds in second place on the popular BBC programme. John's chosen specialist subject was the Empire State Building, whilst Claire opted for early 20th-century German mathematician Emmy Noether. Upon the show's conclusion, they found themselves seated together on the return flight to Birmingham, where it became apparent that a bond had formed between them. During Tuesday's episode of This Morning, the pair recounted their love story to presenters Alison Hammond and Paddy McGuinness. Claire disclosed that she had bought John a drink at the airport as a congratulatory gesture for his victory, reports the Liverpool Echo. Paddy queried: "Whose idea was it to meet up and go on a date after the show?" Article continues below Mastermind winner details unique first date after finding love on BBC show Morning Live star missing from show as Gethin Jones explains absence READ MORE: To which John responded: "Initially, because we both live quite close by, Claire now lives in Stratford-upon-Avon, which is not far from Birmingham. "I happened to be going to Stratford a few days later to go to the RFC to see a play, so I messaged Claire saying I'm going to be in town. Do you fancy meeting up for a drink? Then the rest is history!" However, Paddy was quick to point out that their date was fittingly quiz-themed, much like their initial meeting. John added: "That's right! So we met up, went to a pub and then went to a pub quiz a few weeks later." The Mastermind winner revealed they had their first date at a puc quiz Alison enquired if the couple are gaining more recognition for their romantic tale than for their Mastermind appearances. John confirmed this was indeed the case, adding that the pupils at the school where he works are thrilled for him. He further commented: "They've been like, 'Sir, it's great that you won the glass bowl and you've won the trophy!' But I've won an even better trophy now." The conversation then shifted to Claire, with Alison asking about what she loves about John. Paddy humorously suggested it was his £500,000 win on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? which resulted in everyone bursting into laughter. The pair struck up a bond on the flight back to Birmingham after appearing on the BBC show She responded: "He's a really nice person to begin with. As we got to know each other we realised we had lots and lots in common. "At one point, he described me as a 'female you'. So we've just got a lot in common!". Article continues below John delivered an outstanding performance during the tense Mastermind final, securing victory with a total of 30 points. Reflecting on the victory, host Clive Myrie remarked: "What a cracking final it was! A nerve jangler right to the very end. Congratulations to all our contenders for making it a memorable series, and to John who did himself proud." This Morning is available to watch on ITVX.
India.com
27-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
How many years did it take to build world's tallest building, Dubai's Burj Khalifa? Who owns this building? The answers might surprise you!
The Burj Khalifa, standing tall in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is known all over the world as the tallest building ever made by humans. It's not just tall it is truly massive as the building reaches an incredible height of 828 meters (that's about 2,717 feet) and has 163 floors. But have you ever wondered how long it took to build such a giant structure? The construction of the Burj Khalifa began in 2004 and the main structure was completed by 2010. That means it took around 6 years to build this record-breaking skyscraper. Even after its grand opening in 2010, some interior work and finishing touches continued for a little while. The Burj Khalifa is packed with luxury too. It has around 304 hotel rooms and 900 apartments. Inside, you will also find office spaces, restaurants, observation decks, and even an art gallery. To give you a sense of how tall it is: It's three times taller than the Eiffel Tower in Paris. It's twice as tall as the Empire State Building in New York. Apart from being the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa also holds the title of the tallest free-standing structure on Earth. The Burj Khalifa is not just a marvel of engineering it's a symbol of ambition, vision, and human capability. Who is the current owner of Burj Khalifa? The Burj Khalifa is owned by Emaar Properties, a well-known real estate company founded by Mohamed Alabbar. Although Emaar is a public company, it has strong financial support from the Dubai government, especially through organizations like the Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD). The construction of the Burj Khalifa was a team effort involving three major companies: Samsung C&T from South Korea, Arabtech from the UAE, and BESIX from Belgium. While no single person owns the Burj Khalifa, Emaar Properties is in charge of managing and running it. Emaar is also behind some of Dubai's most famous landmarks, like the Dubai Mall, the Dubai Fountain, and the upcoming Dubai Creek Tower. It is considered one of the biggest real estate developers in the world.
India.com
17-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
Who owns Dubai's Burj Khalifa, world's tallest building? Not Sultan of UAE, Prince Salman, Qatar's Emir; it is owned by...
Located in Dubai, UAE, the Burj Khalifa holds the title of the tallest building in the world, soaring to an impressive height of 828 meters (2,717 feet). The tower features 163 floors and is home to luxurious residences, corporate offices, fine dining restaurants, the world's highest observation deck, and even the tallest service elevator. But who owns this tallest building? He is not a king of Dubai, the Sultan of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), or an Emirati royal, but the real owner of Burj Khalifa is… Developed by Emaar Properties, a leading real estate company based in Dubai, the Burj Khalifa took six years to complete, with construction running from 2004 to 2010. The iconic tower is owned by Mohamed Alabbar, an Emirati businessman and real estate mogul, who also founded Emaar Properties. The Burj Khalifa is about three times taller than the Eiffel Tower and nearly twice the height of the Empire State Building. In addition to the Burj Khalifa, Emaar Properties is renowned for several other landmark developments such as the Dubai Mall, the soon-to-rise Dubai Creek Tower, and the spectacular Dubai Fountain. Interestingly, Mohamed Alabbar is also the founder and chairman of Eagle Hills, a private real estate and investment firm headquartered in Abu Dhabi. What's even more astonishing is that the Burj Khalifa houses a total of 57 elevators and 8 escalators, working seamlessly to transport thousands of people every day through the tallest building on Earth. According to TimesNow Hindi report, Burj Khalifa can take you all the way up to the 124th floor in just 60 seconds.
The Herald Scotland
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
I went to the Empire State Building and found out about her Big Ben relationship
If you're anything like me, then every movie scene, TV clip (hello, Sex and the City ) or song you've heard that shouts out 'New York' plays all at once when you're standing at the top of the 1,250ft tall structure. The grandeur of the skyline is unbeatable – and in my excitement, I grab my phone and Instagram the moment as Ol' Blue Eyes Frank Sinatra would say, I feel I've made a brand-new start of it in New York, New York. You see, there's something about having a head for heights in the city that never sleeps. @uktoday_ New York, New York! What's a tour of the Empire State Building like? #empirestatebuilding #newyork #traveltiktok #usa🇺🇸 ♬ original sound - UKToday 🇬🇧 Newsquest Surrounded by skyscrapers, our guide says you can see up to 80 miles – including parts of six states – on a clear day such as today. Looking out on the vast panorama of the city, I start to make out other iconic landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty and Central Park. But the Empire State Building is more than iconic – she is an icon in herself. Yes, that's right, the landmark's pronouns are she/her and – wait for it – I'm told she's been in a relationship with Big Ben. Confused? Well, I learned that it's a part of cleverly crafted content for the Empire State Building's TikTok account, which is run by talented Gen Z-ers. Last year, they caused a storm online by posting satire clips of both landmarks in an on-and-off relationship. Not only has this opened the door to some big brand attention in the comments, but it's also helped younger generations get to know more about the building and its history. When the Empire State Building was completed in 1931, it was the tallest skyscraper in the world, and William F. Lamb designed the building in just two weeks. It took one year to build and provided jobs for some 3,400 workers at the time of the Great Depression. Upon entering the building, you're greeted by a lavish Art Deco interior, and a sense of overwhelming pride comes across my friend, who is a true New Yorker and is accompanying me on the tour. (Image: NQ) Like the building itself, the attention is in the detail, from the employees striking colour-coordinated uniforms to an interactive statue of King Kong's hand that you can stand in the clutches of for a picture. Walking through different sections of the tour on ground level, I start to piece together what a feat of engineering this truly is and a labour of love for all those involved. In one section, there are panoramic screens that give an insight into what daily life was like for workers before the tour's timeline takes us nearer to the modern day. Anyone who is anyone has been to the Empire State Building, I'm told, and from its countless appearances in popular culture – it's easy to see why. Its most famous role is undoubtedly in the 1933 film King Kong, and there's even a dedicated cinema-like room you can walk through before stepping into the elevator to the first viewing deck on the 86th floor. Stepping out onto the 360-degree platform, it's hard for your first words not to be simply, 'wow'. Inhale, exhale and take it all in. The Empire State Building was a thrilling experience. (Image: Clare Butler) The city's Chrysler Building looks small in comparison to where we're at, and everything looks somewhat like a snapshot on a postcard. The 102nd floor can be added on to the tour as an extra, and it's worth it to say you've completed the full experience and seen the city from every vantage point. The floor-to-ceiling windows give enhanced views, and the hustle and bustle of life on the ground on Fifth Avenue seems to have disappeared. Now, everything is so tiny in comparison to where we are. Our guide tells us that she never tires of standing at the top and that she spots something new on the skyline every single time she steps out. And I love that notion. If you could bottle the feeling at the top of the Empire State Building, I believe it would be a bestseller. Fear of looking down? Then don't. Look ahead. Look out at the vast range of possibilities that lie before us and take that top of the world feeling home with you – as it's in moments like that I feel we can leave with a renewed state of mind for all that's to come. A shift to an Empire State of mind, you may say. How much is a trip to the Empire State Building? I was fortunate enough to visit the Empire State Building as part of a press trip, however, there are a variety of tickets you can purchase. A trip to the Empire State Building costs approximately $44 for an adult to visit the 86th floor observatory, and the price increases to $79 for access to both the 86th and 102nd floor observatories. There's also a $5 booking fee. You can also purchase an Express Pass for skip-the-line access, and seniors and children pay slightly reduced fees.
