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Multiple Dangerous Asteroids Approaching Earth All At The Same Time
By Jacob VanGundy
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Several asteroids will pass by Earth in the next few days, some of them getting shockingly close in astronomical terms. These space rocks join several others that missed our planet on October 24. With such a high density of passing celestial objects, it’s obvious why NASA is keeping such close tabs on their trajectories.
Five asteroids are on a trajectory to zoom past the Earth between now and October 28. NASA’s watch team is tracking them all, monitoring the approaches of these potentially dangerous space rocks. The team runs an online dashboard that makes information like the size, distance, trajectory, and date they’ll pass Earth available to the public.
One Day, Three Asteroids
October 26 will have the most activity in the coming days, with three asteroids passing by our planet. These meteors range from 64 to 110 feet in diameter, with the smallest being labeled as “house size,” while the two larger rocks are called “airplane size.” The smallest of these will come the closest to Earth, a mere 132,000 miles away at its closest point.
On October 27 and 28, we will see a single passing asteroid each, including another near miss. On October 27, an airplane-sized space rock will pass by the Earth at 2.4 million miles away. Another smaller rock about the size of a bus will get much closer, 148,000 miles away at its closest point.
A Busy Month for Asteroids
All of this activity is coming on the heels of an even more active day, with four asteroids passing by the Earth on October 24. The upcoming rocks will be much closer to the Earth, with none coming closer than 2.8 million miles away on October 24. However, the space rocks on October 24 were much bigger, reaching skyscraper-sized, with the largest having a radius of 580 feet.
Large asteroids like the ones that passed on October 24 are of particular concern for scientists as they could cause major catastrophes. The skyscraper-sized space rocks are referred to as “city killers” because they could destroy a several-mile-wide area if they hit our planet. Even more concerning are massive “planet killers,” which are large enough to disrupt the entire Earth.
Close Calls
Two of the asteroids that passed by on the 24 were particularly concerning because NASA discovered them less than a month before they passed. Tests have proven that rockets can be used to deflect dangerous space collisions, but those take time to prepare. Recent drills designed to test the international response to these types of disasters showed that the space community is ill-equipped to deal with these problems on short notice.
The concentration of so many potentially dangerous asteroids coming so close to the Earth is alarming, even if none of them are on a path to collide with our planet. Now that scientists can divert these collisions with rockets, it’s more important than ever to monitor them closely. It’s only a matter of time before one of these massive rocks is on a collision course with Earth, but if it’s detected soon enough it’s a disaster we may be able to avoid.
Source: NASA
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Best Mothers Day gifts: Show mom some love
Mother figures are the backbone of the world. Yours may be your biological mother, or maybe she’s your mother-in-law, your best friend’s mom, or simply someone whose motherly instinct has helped you through hard times.
Moms teach you the adulting necessities, give advice even if the problem is your fault, and above all, they put up with your shit and (almost) never complain.
The game plan here isn’t just to snag the last bouquet at CVS just so you’re not the kid who forgot Mother’s Day (but definitely also get flowers). And you don’t even need to spend a lot of money. (Peep our list of Mother’s Day gifts that cost less than $50. Want even more cheap gift ideas?
Skip the generic mugs and show your appreciation with a gift picked just for her: Whether it’s something to make a part of her life easier, something she’s mentioned wanting in passing, or simply something to make her feel like a damn queen, you can’t put a price on everything she’s done for you, but heartfelt gifts certainly help.
After all, they say “No matter how hard you try, you always end up like your mother.” But is that even a bad thing?
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Ban subscriptions and get Microsoft Office 2024 for life for just £121
TL;DR: Grab Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business for PC or Mac for just £120.54 through June 1.
You wouldn’t keep paying for Netflix if you could own your favorite shows, right? So why are you still subscribing to Office apps you use every day? Microsoft 365’s price keeps going up, but there’s finally a way to break free — and it’ll cost you way less in the long run.
Microsoft Office 2024 is the answer you’ve been looking for. Instead of monthly payments, simply pay £120.54 once and be set for life (reg. £188.37). It’s that simple. And, yes, this lifetime download works for PC or Mac.
What’s included?
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The newest version of Microsoft Office is a little different from Microsoft 365. But just because you’re switching to a lifetime license doesn’t mean you’ll miss out on some of the most recent updates. Word and Excel both still have AI integrations for text suggestions and smart data analysis, and PowerPoint still has improved tools for recorded presentations.
Once you’ve redeemed your purchase, you can install your apps on one computer. After that, they’re yours to use however you want. No more subscription fees or sudden price hikes to worry about.
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Wordle today: Answer, hints for May 9, 2025
Oh hey there! If you’re here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we’re serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today’s answer.
If you just want to be told today’s word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today’s Wordle solution revealed. But if you’d rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
Where did Wordle come from?
Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What’s the best Wordle starting word?
The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?
The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website’s creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?
It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn’t any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle‘s Hard Mode if you’re after more of a challenge, though.
Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer:
Gibberish.
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Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
There are no recurring letters.
Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle starts with the letter T.
The Wordle answer today is…
Get your last guesses in now, because it’s your final chance to solve today’s Wordle before we reveal the solution.
Drumroll please!
The solution to today’s Wordle is…
TRIPE.
Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we’ll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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