Scientists discovered an immensely powerful radio-wave laser, so powerful it is referred to as a ‘megamaser’, from the new MeerKAT telescope in South Africa. Not only is it a super strong beam, but it is also the most distant megamaser that they have been able to detect from Earth to date, with estimates putting it at about 5 billion light years away from us. Scientists from the team who discovered this megamaser explain that these are usually formed when two galaxies collide violently.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are three things that you can learn from the past?
History is full of examples of how we can learn from our mistakes. They can be applied to today's business challenges.
Our past has shown us that there's always another way. There is always someone out there who thinks outside the box and takes risks that make them stand apart.
History also shows that sometimes it's the underdogs who triumph. So when you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or even lost, look back to those times when the underdog won.
Take a look back at the past to learn from it and make improvements for the future. Learn from the failures and successes of others.
These lessons will help improve your success rate.
What Can We Learn From Abraham Lincoln?
Abraham Lincoln said, "I am slow to learn; very quick to forget."
He understood the importance of learning and knew that he would eventually need to let go of old habits in order to embrace new ones.
The same goes for businesses. We will hit roadblocks sometimes, and get stuck in unproductive ruts no matter how many times we plan for our success.
It's important to keep learning and growing. If we are to achieve the pinnacle, we must keep learning.
Lincoln had the right attitude. He understood that his business could be more successful, but he couldn’t afford to stop learning.
There are two types entrepreneurs. They are those who are busy and those that stay smart.
Those who keep busy are focused on their business' growth. They work on marketing strategies, product development, customer service, and other daily tasks.
Although they may feel they have achieved something significant, they often miss the mark. These entrepreneurs will not achieve sustainable growth unless they are focused on becoming smarter.
What separates successful entrepreneurs from average ones? The ability to adapt quickly and to change circumstances.
Entrepreneurs are successful because they look for ways of improving their products and services in the face of challenges.
Average entrepreneurs, on the other hand, stick to old methods that don't work anymore. They won't change until their business is destroyed.
To succeed, you must master both the art of adaptation and self-reflection.
Who originally said those who don't learn from history?
Although we wish for a world where everyone learned from history, learning from our mistakes is more important than living in that ideal world.
It's not better to try something wrong than to learn how to do it right.
The only real mistake is not trying to ensure you do it right the first time.
As long as you keep making improvements, you'll eventually understand why you made those changes.
You might even discover that you could have done it better the first time.
This doesn't necessarily mean that you should stop trying. That means you've learnt a lot.
Although you might not be able make every mistake, it is possible to minimize them. This is the difference between success, and failure.
It all starts with acknowledging your mistakes. Look at them objectively and ask: "What can I learn?"
You'll find that mistakes can be viewed as lessons if you are honest with yourself. These are opportunities to learn.
Thomas Edison had to go through the exact same thing. He failed many times before inventing the light bulb.
He didn't let his failures discourage him. Instead, he saw each failure as an opportunity for improvement in his design.
And over time, he invented the most popular form of lighting today.
So, if you fail, don't get discouraged. Learn from your mistakes. Take advantage of them.
And then, you can try again.
What can our failures teach us?
Don't be too concerned about making a mistake. It's an opportunity to learn. It will teach you something. You can also learn from your mistakes. So don't sweat the small stuff because there's nothing wrong with making mistakes. All of us make mistakes.
Although you might feel embarrassed by a mistake you made, it doesn’t matter how bad you feel. It's how you deal with your mistakes that matters most. If you let them bother you, they'll eat away at you inside. You'll be stronger if you see them as opportunities to grow.
The best way to overcome a mistake is to acknowledge and move past it. It is important to not dwell on the mistake and instead focus on the next steps. Keep moving.
Don't obsess over your mistakes. Instead, focus on your strengths and work towards improving yourself. Learn from your mistakes, and you will be a better person tomorrow.
Successful Inventions Made By Accident
Inventors are human. How we deal with those mistakes is what determines whether our inventions succeed or fail.
The fact is there are no accidents when it comes to invention. Each invention was created intentionally. An accidental invention is not possible.
An invention can be described as a deliberate act. A deliberate decision to create something new. Something that solves an issue. Someone's quality of life will be improved.
But the key to a successful invention is understanding that nothing happens accidentally. Instead of trying not to make mistakes, try learning from them.
Invention is not easy. Invention requires hard work and persistence. It's not a quick fix. It takes time.
It means you have to spend a lot more time thinking about and trying out different ideas. What do people care about? What do they want?
These are questions that you should ask yourself. These questions will help determine what product or service you should create next.
You must let go of all preconceived notions. Don't make assumptions about what people want or need. You need to pay attention to the needs of your potential customers and customers.
They must learn what they are looking for. They are not what they say they want.
Once you have identified what they want, the next step is to design a way that you can give it to them. Here's where invention really begins.
Statistics
- If you consider that 10% to 30% might be tens or hundreds of thousands of lives, then sure, that matters. (lifehacker.com)
- According to the Washington Post, Coming back to babies' mailing, the most extended trip taken by a “mailed” child happened to be in 1915. (medium.com)
- Only 2.5% of Americans owned stocks in 1929. (collabfund.com)
- According to Smithsonian, mailing young James Beagle through postage cost only 15 cents, although his parents paid him $50. (medium.com)
- The classic clown stylings we know today have specific origins, according to u/Bodark34. (lifehacker.com)
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The Suez Canal Changed the World
The Suez Canal was built in 1869 by Ferdinand de Lesseps, who wanted to connect Europe and Asia through his project. To do so, he needed to build a canal across the Isthmus of Suez (the narrowest point), allowing ships from Europe to reach India and China. This process required building a series of locks and dams along the way. He traveled to Egypt several times and negotiated financing with Khedive Ismail Pasha. When he returned home to France, he discovered that Napoleon III had been overthrown, and was being replaced by the Second Empire. They had no interest in such an expensive project. It took him three years before the French government agreed to fund the project. After the British lost the Battle of Omdurman in Sudan War 1859, they signed a Treaty allowing them to access the Red Sea via Suez Canal. The canal opened in 1869.
This project opened up trade routes, increased international commerce, and led to the development and integration of many countries around world, including Canada and Australia.
In addition, people can travel much more quickly than ever thanks to the Suez Canal. It used to take weeks or months for people to cross the Isthmian Peninsula before it was constructed. Now it takes just days. People could now visit Paris, London, Rome and Constantinople without needing to travel long distances by sea and brave storms. In addition, the Suez Canal shortened the distance between North America and Europe by almost 3,000 miles, making it easier for people to move back and forth. These advantages made the Suez Canal one of the most important transport projects ever.
The Suez Canal, however, caused problems. It divided the Ottoman Empire into 2 parts. This led to the First World War. During World War I, the British used Suez Canal to attack Germany. However, the Germans used their version of Suez Canal against Britain. The Suez Canal was finally under Egyptian control after the war ended, but the British retained the land to its right.
After the Second World War the Suez Canal remained a vital part of global commerce until the 1948 Arab-Israeli conflict. Both sides were initially reluctant to oppose each other because they feared the other would use force. In 1967, Israel took the Sinai peninsula from Egypt and closed the Suez Canal to all shipping, except military vessels. The closure lasted four years until President Sadat reopened the canal to civilian traffic in 1973.
