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[Rick Plant]

Newly discovered fast radio burst challenges what astronomers know about these powerful astronomical phenomena
https://theconversation.com/newly-discovered-fast-radio-burst-challenges-what-astronomers-know-about-these-powerful-astronomical-phenomena-184634

[Rick Plant]

What is chronic wasting disease? A wildlife scientist explains the fatal prion infection killing deer and elk across North America
https://theconversation.com/what-is-chronic-wasting-disease-a-wildlife-scientist-explains-the-fatal-prion-infection-killing-deer-and-elk-across-north-america-181753

[Rick Plant]

Paul McCartney Got Back tour at MetLife Stadium: Everything you need to know



Spoiler alert for Beatles fans: Paul McCartney is performing a special virtual duet on his Got Back tour, which comes to MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford on Thursday, June 16,

A video, with vocals, of the late John Lennon is shown during the Beatles classic “I’ve Got a Feeling.” The footage comes from Peter Jackson’s “The Beatles: Get Back” documentary, which was originally filmed for the Fab Four's “Let It Be” movie in January of 1969.

Lennon was 29 years old.

“We got something here that's very special for me,” said McCartney during the performance in Oakland, Calif.

The Got Back shows, which are running about 2½ hours, are chock full of Beatles, Wings and McCartney classics. The tour-closing MetLife concert comes two days before McCartney's 80th birthday.

What are there chances of “Birthday” being performed at MetLife? Pretty good — the classic has been played on every tour show, according to setlist.fm.

Be sure to get there early and avoid the check-in lines to get to you seat  — the show starts approximately at 8 p.m. and there is no opener. Transfer tickets to the members of your party and be sure to add them to your mobile wallet before arriving at the gate.

The 13-city tour launched April 28 at the Spokane Arena in Washington. It's Macca's first run of live dates since the 39-show, 12-country Freshen Up tour ended in July 2019.       

“Paul McCartney Got Back” was written in 20-foot tall white letters in the end zones of the field where the Giants and Jets play in February to mark the MetLife show. Fans were invited on the field to take pictures.

“When you come back after three years you get a bit more nervous than you normally would because you’re just thinking, ‘Oh my gosh, have I forgotten how it goes?’ ” said McCartney on paulmcccartney.com. “It takes a little while until you start to think, ‘Oh yeah, I’ve got this!’ ”

Attendees are not required to wear a mask and do not need to show proof of vaccination or provide a negative COVID-19 test. Below is more of what you need to know, as provided by MetLife Stadium.

https://www.app.com/story/entertainment/music/2022/06/15/paul-mccartney-got-back-metlife-stadium-beatles/7625149001/

[Rick Plant]

Jan. 6 hearing live updates: What to expect on Day 3 as the focus turns to Pence
Then-President Donald Trump pressured his vice president, Mike Pence, to help him in his effort to overturn the outcome of the 2020 election.
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/live-blog/january-6-hearings-day-three-live-updates-rcna32981

[Rick Plant]

Social stress can speed up immune system aging – new research
https://theconversation.com/social-stress-can-speed-up-immune-system-aging-new-research-184905

[Rick Plant]

Satellite photos show extent of devastating Yellowstone flood



Floods decimated portions of Yellowstone National Park and the surrounding area earlier this week, and a series of satellite images from before and after the flooding show the extent of the damage.

The images show the tremendous power of what the National Park Service called “unprecedented flooding,” caused by heavy rain and rapid snowmelt.



While the flooding at Yellowstone may not be directly attributable to climate change, a 2018 study showed “climate change exposes the national park area more than the US as a whole” because the parks are generally located at especially high elevations or dry locations.

Yellowstone is massive, spreading across 3,472 square miles, primarily in Wyoming and edging into Montana and Idaho.

The worst of the flooding happened in the park’s northern portion, which is “likely to remain closed for a substantial length of time,” the park service said in an update to its posted bulletin about the flooding.

The three pairs of before-and-after satellite images, embedded below, give a sense of the scale of the water damage, which has caused buildings to wash into the Yellowstone River.

BEFORE: A road at the north entrance to Yellowstone National Park, seen here on March 30.


A satellite image shows an overview of a road before floods towards the entrance to Yellowstone National Park north entrance, Montana, U.S. March 30 2022 Picture taken March 30 2022.

AFTER: This satellite image of the north entrance of Yellowstone was taken on June 15, after the flooding, and shows portions of the road washed out.


A satellite image shows an overview of multiple road washouts towards the entrance to Yellowstone National Park north entrance, Montana, U.S. June 15, 2022. Picture taken June 15, 2022.

BEFORE: This is another view of a road on the north side of Yellowstone taken on March 30.


A satellite image shows an overview of a road before flooding South of Yellowstone National Park north entrance, Montana, U.S. March 30, 2022.

AFTER: This June 15 photo shows portions of the same road completely wiped out.


A satellite image shows an overview of road washouts south of Yellowstone National Park north entrance, Montana, U.S. June 15, 2022.

BEFORE: This photo was taken north of Yellowstone, near Carbella, Montana, on Sept. 6. The Yellowstone River runs through the center of the satellite image.


A satellite image shows an overview of the Yellowstone River and Tom Miner Creek Road before floods, Carbella, Montana, U.S. September 6, 2021.

AFTER: This June 15 photo shows how the swollen river has overflowed its banks.


A satellite image shows an overview of the Yellowstone River and washed out Tom Miner Creek Road, Carbella, Montana, U.S. June 15, 2022. Picture taken June 15, 2022.

https://www.cnbc.com/2022/06/16/yellowstone-flood-satellite-photos-show-devastation.html

[Rick Plant]

You would think the Governor would come back to Montana during a natural disaster instead of being AWOL in another country. 


Gianforte left country before Montana flood crisis

MISSOULA, Mont. — Since flooding began in southern and central Montana, people have noticed the absence of Gov. Greg Gianforte.

Although he's used social media for updates and communication, Gianforte has not been seen in person. His office has been tight-lipped on his whereabouts.

NBC Montana asked the governor's office about his leave.

According to the Office of the Governor, Gianforte has been out of the country since late last week.

The trip was a "long-scheduled personal trip" with the first lady, and a spokesperson says Gianforte is trying to return home as "early and as quick as possible."

The following is sent by the Office of the Governor:

Before flooding began in south-central Montana, Governor Gianforte left the country late last week on a long-scheduled personal trip with the first lady. He is returning early and as quickly as possible. I will provide you with additional information when it is available.

Since activating the State Emergency Coordination Council (SECC) to level 3 on Monday, the governor has been regularly briefed on the state’s response. He remains in close communication with state and local officials, and will continue to share updates.

Below is a non-exhaustive summary of actions the state has taken since the SECC was activated to level 3 Monday:

On Monday, Gov. Gianforte verbally authorized a state disaster declaration, allowing the state immediate and maximum flexibility to assist communities whose resources had been exhausted.

On Monday, Gov. Gianforte provided Lieutenant Governor Juras express written authorization to act on his behalf in response to the flooding in Montana, including by signing EO 4-2022 on his behalf.

On Tuesday morning, Lt. Gov. Juras executed EO 4-2022, in accordance with the governor’s verbal authorization on Monday of a statewide disaster in Montana.

Note: The state had been acting in disaster status since Gov. Gianforte’s verbal authorization Monday.

On Tuesday morning, Lt. Gov. Juras traveled to Red Lodge at the governor’s request to meet with state and local emergency response professionals. While in Red Lodge, the lieutenant governor received a briefing with incident command, met with members of the Montana National Guard involved in search-and-rescue operations, and met with residents who have been evacuated.

On Tuesday afternoon, Gov. Gianforte announced the state is pursuing an expedited presidential disaster declaration to cover the cost of emergency protective measures as flooding and flood warnings persist.

Since the onset of flooding in south-central Montana, Gov. Gianforte and Lt. Gov. Juras have received briefings from personnel at the Montana Disaster and Emergency Services, local officials, and state agency leaders, including from the Department of Transportation, Department of Environmental Quality, and Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks.

Gov. Gianforte has also been in regular communication with local elected leaders (including commissioners and legislators), local law enforcement officials, and state and local disaster and emergency services personnel.

The governor and state’s top priority currently remains evacuation in areas of danger, ensuring shelter for displaced residents, and safely restoring water and power. The governor is committed to bringing every resource to bear to support impacted communities in their response, recovery, and rebuilding.

Watch video in link below:

https://nbcmontana.com/news/local/gianforte-left-country-before-montana-flood-crisis