Closest View of the Sun’s Surface Revealed in New Images

Scientists have used the world’s most powerful solar telescope to capture new images of the sun in the finest detail yet. Researchers used the NSF Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope near the summit of Maui’s Haleakalā to reveal tiny, swirling patterns that resemble small whirlpools on the surface of the sun. While the images were originally taken to test the limits of the telescope, scientists realized they had actually captured the sun’s bright outer shell at higher resolution than ever before, including the feathering patterns rippling across the surface. “That reminds me of famous paintings, like the swirling skies in Van Gogh’s Starry Night,” solar physicist Ruizhu Chen at Stanford University told the Associated Press. Chen was not involved with the new research. The findings were published on Wednesday in the journal Nature. The scientists suggested that the patterns are the signature of Kelvin-Helmholtz instability, or KHI. KHI may be a key reason why the sun’s outer atmosphere gets so hot, and also why magnetic energy builds up and moves around on the sun. It could also help explain explosive solar activity and other solar phenomena. Scientists research the inner workings of the sun to track major bursts of energy known as coronal mass ejections which can hurtle toward Earth. They can trigger solar storms when they land, potentially scrambling GPS communications.

A deadly volcano that claimed the lives of 30,000 people may have reawakened. Some 1,500 miles southeast of Florida, the Caribbean island of Martinique is home to the imposing Mount Pelée, which in 1902 erupted with such violence that it launched a superheated gas cloud into the air and ripped through the nearby town of Saint-Pierre in minutes. Between July 24 and 31 this year, scientists recorded 124 earthquakes, with the Martinique Volcanological and Seismological Observatory saying that that month the island had been rocked a total of 331 times. While earthquakes do not prove for certain that a volcano is active, they are often caused by magma pushing up against the rock beneath the volcano, which can cause it to rupture. Experts have not said there is an immediate threat, although several inches of ground displacement have also been recorded by experts around its summit. In an alert, the observatory said, “The probability of eruptive activity in the short term remains low,” but noted that the displacements observed “are consistent with deformation of the volcanic edifice induced by an inflating pressure source located at a depth of approximately 1 km (0.6 miles) beneath the summit.”

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Whether for college, at the office, or just daily life, unless you’ve got the memory of an elephant, taking notes is a must. Remarkable has built a name for itself with innovative tablets that cut out distracting apps and focus on productivity. In fact, a study by Remarkable found that users experience 35 percent less stress and 20 percent more focus when using a paper tablet compared with working on a PC. The brand’s Remarkable Paper Pure is its latest model, allowing users to experience the feel of taking notes with old-fashioned pen and paper, with modern upgrades like Google and Microsoft integration, AI summary functionality, handwriting conversion, and so much more.

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Need a weekly planner? There’s a template for that. Want a notebook with ruled lines? There’s a template for that, too. You can even connect with productivity apps like Outlook, Slack, Google Drive, and OneDrive to pick up writing on your laptop. Whether you’re using it for work, school, or just as a journal, the Paper Pure is an all-in-one note-taking device.

Homemaking mogul Martha Stewart said how she really felt about Meghan Markle’s entrance into the “cooking space.” “If you’re an actress, it’s hard to then transition to a princess and then from a princess into a homemaking guru on a television show,” the 85-year-old cookbook author said. “It doesn’t sort of follow.” Former Suits actor Meghan Markle, 45, and her husband, Prince Harry, 41, stepped down from their senior royal titles in 2020, after a falling out with a number of senior royals. They retained their titles as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Since moving to California in 2020, Markle has involved herself in various projects, including her lifestyle, cooking, and hosting brand As Ever and her Netflix series With Love, Meghan. “Authenticity, to me, is everything,” Stewart said in July 2025. “To be authentic and knowledgeable about your subject matter is extremely important.”

Rock music duo Air Supply was set to perform in Fresno, California, but event organizers canceled the concert two days before the event. The show was set for Thursday at the Save Mart Center, alongside the Little River Band, before the venue made the announcement on social media. “Unfortunately, the event has been canceled by the event organizer. Refund information can be found in link in bio,” the venue wrote. While an official reason was not provided, fans in the comments speculated that low-ticket sales drove the cancellation. “ya, there was no way they were going to sell that many tickets,” one user said. “So you’re saying… you’re cutting off our Air Supply?” another fan joked. Tickets will be completely refunded within 14 to 21 days. The Australian duo was formed in 1975 and achieved global success, with their best-known hits including “All Out of Love,” “Making Love Out of Nothing at All,” and the chart-topper “The One That You Love.” The band has not made any comments on the cancellation but is expected to perform in Hawaii on August 11, 13, 15, and 16 at the Blue Note venue.

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When it comes to liver-focused supplements, many of us assume they’re only for recovering from a hangover or for people who drink heavily (or at least frequently). But alcohol is just one small part of the equation. Your liver is responsible for hundreds of essential functions, including filtering waste products from the blood, processing nutrients, supporting metabolism, and producing bile. This digestive fluid helps break down fats and absorb fat-soluble vitamins. When bile secretion or liver function is less than optimal, digestion can suffer, possibly contributing to symptoms like bloating, gastrointestinal discomfort, and sluggishness.

In other words, whether you drink alcohol or not, your liver could probably use a little extra TLC—especially if you’re dealing with persistent digestive issues such as bloating, irregularity, or stomach discomfort. Vitamin Shoppe is celebrating Wellness Month this August, with a slew of products formulated to support your liver (along with digestion and metabolism). Still, our favorite is Dose For Your Liver’s liquid supplement.

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Dose For Your Liver has earned the nickname “liquid gold” for good reason. The daily wellness shot is formulated with science-backed ingredients traditionally associated with liver health, including turmeric, milk thistle, dandelion, and ginger. The formula also contains bioflavonoids and other plant compounds designed to support healthy liver function, digestion, and metabolism. Plus, it actually tastes good. The bright, citrusy flavor reminds me of the SunnyD “orange drink” I grew up on, minus the artificial ingredients and sugar overload. Instead, you’re getting a concentrated mixture of botanicals with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that may help support the body’s natural detoxification processes and general digestive health.

If you’re looking to give your liver (and, by extension, your digestive system) a little extra support without adding yet another capsule to your supplement routine, Dose For Your Liver offers a convenient way to combine several popular wellness ingredients into one surprisingly delicious daily shot. Grab a bottle (or two) on sale at The Vitamin Shoppe this month.

An investigation has been launched after two planes nearly collided at Australia’s largest airport. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau said it is looking into an incident that occurred on July 27 after air traffic control gave clearance for a Boeing 737 Qantas flight from Canberra to cross between runways at Sydney Airport. However, at the same time another Qantas plane, a Bombardier DHC-8 coming in from Queenstown, New Zealand, was preparing to land. The ATSB said the air traffic crew stopped the Boeing 737 before it entered the runway, allowing the second Qantas aircraft to carry out its landing roll. There were no injuries, and both were able to continue normal ground operations without any further incident. Video taken at the scene shows the moment the two planes came within a matter of feet of each other while both on the runway. ATSB attributed the close call to a “breakdown of co-ordination.” Qantas said it will be assisting the ATSB as part of the investigation, while insisting that both flight crews were following air traffic control instructions at the time.

Former jockey Robby Albarado died on Tuesday at the age of 52. The Lafayette, Louisiana, native was hospitalized for the days leading up to his death due to a procedure to insert a stent to alleviate a blockage near his heart, according to trainer Kenny McPeek. According to a spokesperson from Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, the track was informed of his death by his friends and family members. “Saying goodbye to someone who left us too soon is extremely difficult,” said Mike Anderson, the president of Churchill Downs. “We extend our deepest condolences to his family and numerous friends.” Best known for his 2007 Preakness and Breeders’ Cup Classic victories with his horse, Curlin, the two-time Breeders’ Cup winner had 5,222 total wins out of 34,000 races in his career, from which he accumulated a total of over $221 million. Curlin was named horse of the year twice. Albarado was married to Paige Albarado, with whom he had a son. He was previously married to Kimber Albarado, with whom he had three children.

Roughly half of migrants signed up to Donald Trump’s “voluntary” self-deportation program were recruited once they were already in ICE custody, leaked figures show. PunchUp, the Daily Beast’s investigative Substack, has spent months investigating Salus Worldwide Solutions—the scandal-ridden contractor behind the Department of Homeland Security’s Project Homecoming initiative, which pays migrants $2,600 plus a one-way flight to leave the country. Axios first reported the numbers, and that Salus case managers are in place across 40 detention facilities. About 132,000 have already left the U.S., with 70,000 more queued up, under what Salus describes as a “humane” alternative to shackled removals. In a July 13 letter to Rep. Bennie Thompson, Salus boss William Walters III wrote that the scheme cuts detention stays “from months to days.” The leaked figures come as Secretary Markwayne Mullin faces mounting pressure over the project. Thompson wrote to Mullin, demanding that he “take immediate action to stop this wasteful and corrupt spending” and cancel the deal outright after the DHS secretary threw Salus a $200 million lifeline in May. The contract is being recompeted. A DHS spokesperson said, “Project Homecoming remains a cornerstone of President Trump’s immigration enforcement success. The underlying Project Homecoming support contract, Comprehensive Support to Removal Operations (CSRO) Support Services, has been solicited for recompete. It is inappropriate to comment further until the CSRO Support Services contract proposal and award process has been completed.”

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A cargo plane was forced to make an emergency landing after colliding with an object shortly after takeoff. Investigators in Germany are trying to determine whether the collision on Wednesday is connected to a drone found nearby at Leipzig-Halle airport the previous night. The DHL jet hit the unidentified object as it took off from the airport, forcing it to make an emergency landing in Hanover and causing several other flights to be rerouted. Newspaper Bild reported that the plane had minor damage to its nose. Since Russia invaded Ukraine, Leipzig-Halle has become a key base for Kyiv’s Antonov Airlines fleet. On Tuesday night, a drone was also spotted near an Antonov transport plane, according to German News agency DPA. Security sources said the quadcopter drone was carrying explosives. “We’ve ‌got plans for cases ​like this, and ​we’ll try to make sure that the influence on our customers will be as low as possible,” said DHL boss Tobias Meyer. It is just the latest in a series of strange incidents across Europe since the start of the war in Ukraine, which has included drones and mysterious fires.

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Now, Made In is making it even easier to shop its healthiest cooking essentials with the launch of a dedicated Clean Cooking collection. The lineup brings together the brand’s PFAS-tested and non-toxic cookware in one place, making it simple to upgrade your kitchen without sifting through dozens of products.

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Keke Palmer is officially taking over as host of The Voice, ending Carson Daly’s 15-year run as the face of NBC’s singing competition. Palmer, 32, announced the news in a social media video shared Tuesday. “That’s right. It’s true. I’m hosting The Voice. I’ll see you guys there,” she said. The network confirmed she will host The Voice: Celebrity, a new spin-off set to premiere in 2027. The special season will feature actors, musicians, influencers, athletes, comedians and reality TV stars competing to become the franchise’s first celebrity champion. Queen Latifah and country singer Riley Green will return as coaches, while Joe Jonas joins the panel for the first time. Daly, 53, will step away after hosting every season since the show debuted in 2011. According to The Sun, the longtime host decided not to return because of scheduling conflicts with his anchor role on the Today show and because he wants to spend more time with his family. Season 30, still hosted by Daly, is scheduled to premiere this September.

A pilot accused of working with MDMA in his system has been busted smuggling 70,114 ecstasy pills across international borders, authorities say.

The 39-year-old Malaysia Airlines pilot was arrested last week after authorities say he was found to be carrying 57 pounds of illegal drugs at Soekarno–Hatta International Airport in Tangerang, Indonesia.

The pilot was busted only after he landed in Tangerang from a flight that took off from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with 170 passengers on board.

Malaysia’s Directorate General of Customs and Excise has since released a video that shows the man, known only by his initials, MSBO, passing through customs before being searched and then detained by officers.

A social media post accompanying the footage said authorities “also seized a small bottle of urine, suspected of being prepared to falsify urine test results if required during the investigation.”

Indonesian National Police said “MS” had been promised the equivalent of $12,200 to take the drugs to the Indonesian capital of Jakarta.

According to INP, airport Customs and Excise boss Hengky Tomuan Parlindungan Aritonang said: “The pilot tested positive for MDMA, ecstasy, methamphetamine and cocaine in his urine test. This means he likely used drugs while flying to Indonesia.”

Malaysia Airlines has condemned its pilot’s alleged actions.

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“Malaysia Airlines wishes to reiterate that it does not tolerate any form of misconduct and is currently undertaking an internal review of the matter,” a spokesperson told the Associated Press.

Eko Hadi Santoso, director of narcotics crimes at the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency, claimed that the pilot admitted it was not the first time he had smuggled drugs.

Santoso said that the pilot told investigators he had once delivered methamphetamine to Sabah, Malaysia, and later transported 15 pounds of methamphetamine to Jakarta. Indonesia has some of the strictest anti-drug trafficking laws in the world, which include the death penalty in some cases.