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Trump orders UFO files release; Antarctica melting accelerates; AMOC current weakening rapidly; Iran eyes undersea cables; buckyballs and NEO discoveries.
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Trump Releases Government UFO Files, More Expected

At President Trump's order, the Defense Department released dozens of classified UFO sighting files, photos, and videos for unprecedented transparency. Many documents were already public, with future declassifications planned. Source 1

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Antarctica Melting from Below Faster Than Expected

Hidden warm-water channels under ice shelves trap ocean water, accelerating melting and sea level rise beyond current models. Even stable East Antarctica regions are vulnerable. Norwegian scientists warn of underestimated future impacts. Source 2

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Vital Atlantic AMOC Current to Weaken 50% by 2100

New study projects severe AMOC slowdown, more than prior estimates, threatening Europe's climate and global patterns. Researchers from CNRS and University of Bordeaux refine IPCC projections using observations. Published in Science Advances. Source 5

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Iran Plans to Target Undersea Cable Networks in Strait of Hormuz

Iran aims to control critical undersea internet cables in the vital oil trade waterway, risking global connectivity, banking, and infrastructure disruptions. Escalating tensions heighten geopolitical risks. Source 4

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JWST Reveals Cosmic Origins of Buckyballs in Space

Fifteen years after discovery, James Webb Space Telescope provides stunning images and data on buckyballs, confirming their cosmic formation processes. Source 3

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Mysterious Icy Object with Thin Atmosphere Found Beyond Pluto

Astronomers detect a small icy body, less than a quarter Pluto's size, with an unusual thin gas atmosphere on the solar system's edge. Source 3

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NASA's NEO Surveyor Telescope Takes Shape for 2027 Launch

Purpose-built infrared telescope to survey near-Earth objects advances in U.S. labs, addressing uncertainties in asteroid threats. Source 3

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IAEA Transfers Highly Enriched Uranium from Venezuela to U.S.

Under tight security, the IAEA moved highly enriched uranium from Venezuela to the United States as part of non-proliferation efforts. Source 1

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Trump's $2 Billion Buyoff to Cancel Offshore Wind Farms Criticized

Deal to halt offshore wind projects deemed a bad taxpayer value, harming U.S. energy supply and climate goals. Source 1

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Taurus New Moon Promises Abundance for Zodiac Signs

Astrologers predict romance, stability, and breakthroughs for select signs during this week's Taurus New Moon. Source 6

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