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Scientists are investigating a mysterious "solar hedgehog" seen on the surface of the Sun. The European Space Agency (ESA) has revealed a trove of images captured by its Solar Orbiter . NASA and the UK Space Agency also contributed to the project. After passing within the orbit of Mercury, the probe was able to capture images of the solar hedgehog, a solar flare, the Sun's south pole, the Sun's magnetic activity and a full view of the Sun. David Berghmans, from the Royal Observatory of Belgium, described the images of the lower layers of the Sun's atmosphere as "really breathtaking". Advertisement He said it would take years to wade through all the data and figure out what was going on. The solar hedgehog is a newly observed feature, and no one is quite sure how or why it forms. More on Nasa NASA picture of Mars 'doorway' spawns conspiracy theories - this is what you're really looking at NASA releases audio recording of … [Read more...] about The Sun: ‘Solar hedgehog’ among ‘breathtaking’ images released by European Space Agency

Did you know that you can send cool effects to your friends with your iPhone just by sending a simple iMessage? All iPhone users have the ability to use a wide array of unique effects including lasers, balloons, fireworks, and confetti - but you need to know the secret codewords that set them off before you can use them. The feature has been available on the iMessage app for iOS devices for some time, but Apple fans have been posting about the fun text feature recently on social media. In fact, even if you already knew that when you reply to a mate's good news with "congratulations", you'll fill their screen with multi-coloured confetti, there may be more effects that you had no idea existed. Some messages will send fireworks ( Image: @unespc/Tiktok) 'Pew pew' starts a laser light show ( Image: @unespc/Tiktok) Get the news you want straight to your inbox. Sign up for a Mirror newsletter here. So check out our list of codewords and … [Read more...] about Codewords that allow you to do clever tricks on iPhone – including lasers

Published 3 May Share close Share page Copy link About sharing A new 295ft (90m)-long artwork by David Hockney depicting the changing seasons of his French garden in lockdown is to go on display in the city of his birth. A Year in Normandie was made by joining some of the 220 paintings Hockney created on his iPad, printed onto paper and shown in a continuous length. What is the 84-year-old's largest work has been pinned to a wall in the vast attic space of Salts Mill in Bradford. It is the first time the work has been seen in the UK. It was previously on display at the Musée de l'Orangerie in Paris. In April 2020, not long after the start of the pandemic, Hockney shared some of the paintings he had created with the BBC , along with his thoughts on the role of art in life. At the time, he said: "I began drawing the winter trees on a new iPad. Then this virus started. … [Read more...] about David Hockney: Salts Mill hosts artist’s new 295ft-long artwork

A 68-year-old grandfather has become the oldest British climber to scale Everest , after training for his expedition by hiking in the hills of Devon. Graham Keene, from Exeter, beat the previous record held by Sir Ranulph Fiennes , who was 65 when he reached the world’s highest peak in 2009. The grandfather-of-five set the record following a 16-day “flash” expedition that was significantly quicker than normal ascents which can often take months. To avoid the crowds around Everest that might have added extra weeks to his trek, Mr Keene did the majority of his acclimatisation at home in Exeter by sleeping in a hypoxic tent. A machine removed oxygen from the tent and it was dialled up to higher altitudes each night to help acclimatise him to the thinner air of the Himalayas. Upon reaching the summit at 6:30am on May 13, Mr Keene unveiled a flag of his local rugby team Exeter Chiefs, as well as pictures of his grandchildren. Mr Keene’s son Ben said that his father had … [Read more...] about Grandfather-of-five becomes oldest British climber to scale Everest

Rip Off Britain: Simon Calder issues advice about passports Discover the best city breaks, beach holidays, cruises and UK travel spots by signing up SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info According to Spain’s Aemet weather agency, Andalucia will be hit by a heatwave this week. Temperatures will reach 38 degrees in Seville, Cordoba, Jaen and inland Granada. Related articles Flight attendant shares ‘life-changing’ packing tip Spain extends Covid rules - Britons should check documents Temperatures will also be extremely high in Malaga although it will be a little cooler and may feel more humid. According to Aemet, this could be the “earliest heatwave” in Spain since records began. Cordoba is expected … [Read more...] about Spain holiday weather warning as Costa del Sol heatwave expected – 40 degrees

Sarah Ferguson reflects on her life as a royal Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top royal stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The Duchess of York confessed to having "always felt judged" in her life in a wide-ranging interview. Sarah , also known as Fergie by friends and fans, admitted negative comments do at times have an impact on her. Related articles David Jason admitted 'disappointment' over being knighted by Queen Royal Family: Harry and Meghan flying to UK 'for big royal PR' And, she added, her experience with feeling under scrutiny and "segregated" brought her closer to the LGBTQ+ community. Fergie told the Metro : "I’ve always felt judged, which is why I support … [Read more...] about ‘Know what it’s like’ Sarah Ferguson identifies with ‘segregated’ LGBTQ+ due to red hair

May 18, 2022 - 16:45 BST The Duchess of Cambridge looked incredible at the Buckingham Palace Garden party wearing a tailored pink dress by Emilia Wickstead and hat by Jane Taylor. Kate Middleton joined Sophie Wessex, Prince Edward and Princess Alexandra. The Duchess of Cambridge made a surprise appearance at Buckingham Palace on Wednesday afternoon, for the annual Garden party. We loved her new outfit, which consisted of a stunning tailored dress by Emilia Wickstead and a striking pink fascinator by Jane Taylor . READ: Rebekah Vardy has been inspired by Kate Middleton - did you notice? Enjoying the sunshine, Kate looked in great spirits and wore her hair in an elegant updo, style neatly beneath her 'Lyssa' hat, which is described by Jane Taylor as "involving swerving abaca pleats in tonal shades, which emphasise its depth and intricacy". Loading the player... WATCH: Kate Middleton wows in pink dress at the … [Read more...] about Kate Middleton is a vision in tailored dress and head-turning accessory

A Florida judge has reluctantly delayed the trial of a woman accused of dressing like a clown and fatally shooting her lover's wife more than 30 years ago after defense attorneys said they're having a hard time contacting witnesses. The trial for Sheila Keen-Warren was supposed to begin June 3. But on Tuesday Palm Beach County Circuit Judge Scott Suskauer agreed to what could be a four-month delay, the Palm Beach Post reported . Suskauer said he had already cleared his schedule, delaying other trials and hearings to be able to preside over a three-week trial. "Think about the impact it has on me. I have a duty to the public," Suskauer told the lawyers. "You also have a victim's family that has waited a long time for justice." This is the sixth time the trial has been delayed. It was May 1990 when Marlene Warren, 40, opened her door to find a clown in an orange wig, a red nose but normal high-top shoes holding carnations. According to a report in the Sun-Sentinel the … [Read more...] about Florida “killer clown” trial delayed again as defense lawyers struggle to find witnesses 32 years after murder

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Police in Florida say they've arrested a woman accused of dressing up like a clown 27 years ago and fatally shooting the wife of her future husband. A Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office news release says 54-year-old Sheila Keen Warren was arrested Tuesday in Virginia. A Florida grand jury recently indicted her on a first-degree murder charge. Authorities say Marlene Warren was shot at her Wellington home in May 1990. CBS affiliate WNCN reports that Warren was shot in front of her son and his friends. Sheila Keen was considered a suspect but was not arrested. "Any murder's horrific. It doesn't matter whether you're wearing a clown costume or not," Palm Beach County Sheriff's Sgt. Richard McAfee said after announcing the arrest. According to a report in the Sun-Sentinel the day after the killing, the suspect wore a red wig and bulb nose and was carrying flowers and two balloons -- one saying "You're the greatest!" "This is the strangest thing I've … [Read more...] about Woman arrested in 27-year-old Florida killer clown case

PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. -- Details emerged Thursday about a woman arrested in a 1990 "killer clown" Florida cold case slaying -- and her relationship with the victim's husband, who she later married. The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office says 54-year-old Sheila Keen Warren was arrested Tuesday near her Virginia home . A Florida grand jury recently indicted her on a first-degree murder charge. Police have long suspected Keen Warren of being the person who in May 1990 dressed up as a clown, knocked on the door of a Wellington, Fla. home carrying flowers and balloons, and shot dead the woman who answered the door, Marlene Warren. But officials say they didn't have enough evidence to charge Keen Warren in the case until now. A detective said the sheriff's office in 2014 received a grant and had been reviewing a number of unsolved murders, including Marlene Warren's. It was recent advancements in DNA technology that allowed for the break in the case, but detectives Thursday … [Read more...] about Details emerge about love triangle in “killer clown” cold case