the smallest black holes in the cosmos and the largest, supermassive black holes 

And they could be extremely important, acting as the missing link between the smallest black holes in the cosmos and the largest, supermassive black holes such as the one at the centre of our own galaxy. LFBots could reveal the locations of intermediate mass black holes, and how common they are. “The intermediate mass black hole model … Read more

studying X-ray observations of the event, they found what appeared to be a disk

In November, Ho and Perley discovered another new LFBot, this time designated AT2024wpp, but has yet to gain a nickname. “We were thinking ‘the Wasp’,” says Ho. This explosion was particularly interesting because it was the brightest LFBot observed since the Cow, and it was also discovered very early on in its brightening phase, meaning astronomers … Read more

A wind chime for the mind

Over time, we’ve gained an increasing understanding of nose breathing’s physical benefits, but the connection between the nose and the brain is often overlooked. In my case, the simple act of breathing through my nose brought a variety of bodily relief, but the way we breathe, particularly through the nose, can have a surprising impact … Read more

The nose at night

Mouth breathing has been shown to increase acidity and dryness in the mouth, linking it to cavities, demineralisation of the teeth and gum disease. A growing body of research also suggests mouth breathing as a child can affect the development of your teeth and jaw, leading to crooked teeth and even changing the shape of your face. “It’s simple. Your nose is for breathing and your … Read more