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Netflix’s 3 Body Problem has sparked fascination and controversy.Based on the 2008 novel by Liu Cixin and brought to the small screen by Game of Thrones creators D.B. Weiss and David Benioff, the series tells the story of an impending alien invasion of Earth.The show portrays some science that left some viewers with questions and some historical events that have upset some people in China.Global News spoke to experts to separate fact from fiction and history from hysteria.A three-body problem refers to three astronomical bodies, like planets or suns, and how each object’s gravity impacts the other’s orbits.But it’s easiest to understand if we start with a two-body problem.“The closer objects are, the stronger is the gravitational pull,” York University professor emeritus of physics and astronomy Paul Delaney said.The sun is about a million times larger than the Earth, according to NASA, and so its gravity holds our planet in orbit around it.The orbit is stable, making it predictable, Delaney said.This is a two-body problem, just like the moon and the Earth, and it’s a problem that’s been solved since Sir Isaac Newton’s work on gravity.“We can theoretically figure out where (the two objects) will be as a function of time,” Delaney told Global News.“There are complications with angular momentum and tidal forces and friction,” he said, speaking from Tuscon, Ariz., “but to all practical intents and purposes, the moon will stay in a stable orbit.”There are other planets in the solar system and the moon orbits Earth.

In fact, thousands of people in India function with compromised eyesight, some due to callousness and others due to lack of access to proper eye care Just like any other organ in the body, our eyes require attention and care to function optimally throughout our lives. Let’s dive deep into eye care with a detailed conversation with Dr Umang Mathur, CEO of Dr Shroff’s Charity Eye Hospital. Why prioritise eye care? Vision loss can significantly impact our daily lives, hindering our ability to work, read, drive, and participate in activities we enjoy. Eye diseases, if left undetected or untreated, can even lead to permanent vision loss and blindness. However, the good news is that many eye conditions can be prevented, managed, or treated effectively with early detection and proper care. Regular eye assessments allow your doctor to identify potential problems early on when treatment is most effective. Some of the common eye diseases prevalent in our modern era:

Also Read: Retirement mutual funds: Why should you opt for these schemes? 3 key reasons explained The investment objective of the scheme is to provide capital appreciation and income to investors in line with their retirement goals by investing in a mix of securities comprising equity, equity-related instruments, REITs and InvITs, and fixed-income securities. However, there is no assurance that the investment objective of the scheme will be achieved.

Bank Nifty was up by 502.6(1.07%) at 28 Mar 2024 10:44:53 IST.In the BSE Sensex index Bajaj Finserv, Bajaj Finance, State Bank Of India, Ultratech Cement, ICICI Bank were the top gainers while HCL Technologies, Titan Company, were the top losers.In the Bank Nifty index ICICI Bank, State Bank Of India, Bank Of Baroda, HDFC Bank, Indusind Bank were the top gainers while IDFC First Bank, Bandhan Bank, Federal Bank, were the top losers.For the complete list of 52 week high stocks click here. Milestone Alert! Livemint tops charts as the fastest growing news website in the world

New Delhi: Adani Green Energy on Wednesday said it has operationalized a 180-MW solar power plant at Devikot in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. The plant has a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI), Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL), India's largest renewable energy company, said in a statement.

Mahanagar Gas, Ahluwalia Contracts (India), Va Tech Wabag, Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC, FDC and Crisil. HDFC Securities believes the valuations of Mahanagar Gas are compelling, given superior return ratios among the city gas distribution players. With easing LNG prices and the pricing power of the company, margins are likely to normalise going forward.

total solar eclipse gracing parts of Mexico, Canada, and the US, spanning from Texas to Maine. Notably, this event marks the last opportunity for a total solar eclipse to traverse a significant portion of the US until the year 2044, adding to its significance and allure. As anticipation mounts for this extraordinary spectacle, enthusiasts and astronomers alike prepare to witness nature's awe-inspiring display in the skies above.

EC has listed Do’s and Dont’s list as issued by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to minimise the impact during the heat wave and to prevent serious ailment or death because of heat stroke. -Avoid going out in the sun, especially between 12.00 noon and 3.00 p.m. -Drink sufficient water and as often as possible, even if not thirsty -Wear lightweight, light-coloured, loose, and porous cotton clothes.

These are turbulent times for wind and solar energy

China on Monday for a six-day official visit during which he will hold talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang on ways to further deepen bilateral ties. Gunawardena was received on his arrival by Chinese Vice Foreign Minister and former Ambassador to India Sun Weidong, Chinese official media reported. This will be the first visit by a Sri Lankan leader to Beijing after Colombo put a moratorium on recurring visits by Chinese research ships to Hambantota port, reportedly due to India's security concerns.

Earth positions itself between the Sun and the Moon, partially obstructing the Sun's rays from reaching the lunar surface. Unlike a total lunar eclipse, during a penumbral eclipse, the Earth casts a faint outer shadow (penumbra) on the Moon, resulting in a subtle dimming or shading of its surface. According to astronomical calculations, the penumbral lunar eclipse will commence on March 25, 2024, at 10:24 AM (Indian Standard Time).

equity mutual funds during the said period. Aditya Birla Sun Life PSU Equity Fund, the topper in the list, offered 76.93% since last holi. SBI PSU Fund gave 72.60% during the same period.

Moon Train." Spearheaded by aerospace giant Northrop Grumman and supported by the US Department of Defence, this visionary endeavor aims to facilitate the seamless transportation of both goods and people across the lunar surface, heralding a new era of human presence and economic activity beyond Earth, as per a report by The Sun.

celestial calendar unfolds, skywatchers anticipate not one, but two astronomical spectacles in the coming weeks. While all eyes are set on the upcoming Great North American Eclipse on April 8, a lunar prelude awaits tonight as the Full Worm Moon graces the night sky with the first lunar eclipse of the year.

lunar eclipse happens when the Earth moves between the Sun and the Moon, causing a shadow to be cast on the Moon. This event requires the Sun, Earth, and Moon to align closely in a straight line, a configuration termed syzygy. Such alignment occurs specifically during a full moon when the Moon is positioned opposite the Sun from the perspective of Earth. This year, the event will happen on March 25, 2024 which will coincide with the festival of Holi. The penumbral lunar eclipse is scheduled to commence at 10:24 AM Indian Standard Time (IST), reach its peak at 12:43 PM IST, and conclude by 3:01 PM IST. Can you see the eclipse in India?

gardening and landscaping section of home improvement stores, where displays are overstocked with eye-catching seed packs and benches are filled with potted annuals and perennials. But some plants that once thrived in your yard may not flourish there now. To understand why, look to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's recent update of its plant hardiness zone map, which has long helped gardeners and growers figure out which plants are most likely to thrive in a given location. Comparing the 2023 map to the previous version from 2012 clearly shows that as climate change warms the Earth, plant hardiness zones are shifting northward. On average, the coldest days of winter in our current climate, based on temperature records from 1991 through 2020, are 5 degrees Fahrenheit (2.8 Celsius) warmer than they were between 1976 and 2005.

lunar eclipse of 2024 will take place on March 25 as people across India mark Holi. The penumbral eclipse will begin from 10:23 am on Monday morning and remain visible to all of North and South America. People in India will however not be able to view the phenomenon.

suntak period (which begins nine hours earlier) will not be under consideration. It is typically advisable to avoid performing religious activities or starting auspicious work during this time. A lunar eclipse occurs as the moon passes through the Earth’s shadow and appears to 'darken'.

Los Angeles Lakers will play Indiana Pacers in a crucial regular NBA season game on Sunday, March 24 at 10:00 PM (ET) at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. Basketball fans can watch the La Lakers versus Indiana Pacers on TV channels such as NBA TV. The live streaming will be available on Fubo.

Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, will resume her royal duties.

Rishabh Pant to the ground after a near-fatal accident in December 2022, he received his fit clearance from the National Cricket Academy (NCA) recently. Looking at the past 16 seasons, PBKS and DC have not won a single IPL trophy since 2008. Both the two outfits have clashed 32 times in the past and have an equal head-to-head record.