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X-class solar flares hit a new record in 2024 and could spike further this year — but the sun isn't entirely to blame, experts say
There were significantly more X-class solar flares in 2024 than any other year for at least three decades. The arrival of solar maximum was a key reason for the spike, but other factors were also at ...
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Marine flares fired at soccer games mean an attempted murder charge, Cyprus justice minister says
Cyprus’ justice minister says any spectator arrested for firing marine flares against rivals at a soccer match will face a minimum charge of attempted murder NICOSIA, Cyprus (AP) — A spectator ...
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This Medal of Honor recipient jumped on a live flare to save his crew
On the night of Feb. 24, 1969, Airman 1st Class Levitow was serving as the loadmaster aboard an AC-47, codename “Spooky 71,” as it patrolled the night sky around Tan Son Nhut Air Base when a call came ...