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First dinosaur bones found in Denali National Park

An extremely well-preserved footprint in Denali National Park reveals a meat-eating dinosaur’s claws, fleshy toe pads and pebbly skin texture.
Credit: Pat Druckenmiller

Paleontologists from the University of Alaska Fairbanks and the National Park Service found the first dinosaur bones in Denali National Park during an expedition in July. They also discovered several new dinosaur trackways, which are fossilized impressions left by ancient animals walking through mud that eventually became rock.

Pat Druckenmiller, curator of Earth sciences at the University of Alaska Museum of the North, is leading a collaborative project with Denali National Park over the next several years to explore additional areas and make new discoveries.

“This marks the beginning of a multi-year project to locate, document and study dinosaur fossils in Denali National Park,” Druckenmiller said. “This is a world-class site for tracks of dinosaurs and other animals that lived in Alaska during the Cretaceous Period. Now that we have found bones, we have another way to understand the dinosaurs that lived here 70 million years ago.”

The research team found four different fragments, including one ossified tendon. The largest is a few inches long. They are clearly parts of bigger bones from a large animal. This rules out other animals with a backbone known from this geological period, including mammals, birds and even flying reptiles. Because they are parts of much bigger bones, Druckenmiller expects more complete remains may be found in the park.

“Finding these bones opens a new chapter in the story of Denali dinosaurs,” he said. “That story is still being written as we find new sites, new kinds of dinosaurs and evidence of their behavior.”

Before 2005, there was no known dinosaur record in Denali. That year, UAF students discovered the first track in the Cantwell Formation near Igloo Creek. Since then paleontologists have catalogued thousands of tracks. Still, this is the first time scientists have found identifiable bones left by animals that populated the area during the Late Cretaceous Period.

Park geologist Denny Capps said Denali National Park was created to protect the present intact ecosystem 99 years ago.

“We now know that it protects an ancient ecosystem, as well,” Capps said. “Visitors could discover a fresh bear track next to a 70-million-year-old dinosaur track or potentially even a bone. Thankfully, these resources are protected within the Denali wilderness for all to enjoy.”

Heather MacFarlane, a UA Museum of the North research assistant, discovered the first bone. She and other researchers recognized the fragments as bones rather than sedimentary material based on the surface and internal structure. These fossils closely resemble other plant-eating dinosaur bones found in Alaska.

Paleontologist Cassi Knight, physical science technician for Denali National Park, was with MacFarlane when the discovery was made.

“It is significant because it answers a question that has been standing for the past 11 years; ‘Are there dinosaur bones preserved in the Cantwell Formation?'” Knight said. “We have a great record of dinosaurs inhabiting this area, and now we finally know that their bones are preserved, too.”

Gregory Erickson, a Florida State University researcher who specializes in the use of bone and tooth histology to interpret the paleobiology of dinosaurs, was also part of the discovery team. He is preparing thin sections of some of the fossils. Scientists can examine these delicate slices under high-powered microscopes to determine the type of animal that left the bones behind. Annual growth lines and other patterns can also reveal the animal’s age.

Based on the shape and structure of the fossilized tendon discovered by the team, Erickson and Druckenmiller determined that it is from a large ornithopod dinosaur, probably a hadrosaur. These duck-billed, herbivorous dinosaurs were probably the most abundant large animals in Alaska. They were also the primary track-makers in the park during this time period.

Another larger fragment is composed of spongy bone originating from the end of a large animal’s limb. This microstructure shows the bone didn’t come from a crocodile or other slow-growing, cold-blooded animal. It is clearly from a medium-sized to large dinosaur, they said.

Druckenmiller and Erickson previously published documentation suggesting that during this time period, a distinct, polar fauna existed in what is now Alaska. Then, a polar forest covered the Arctic because the climate was much warmer. The dinosaurs had to contend with months of winter darkness and cooler temperatures than environments typically associated with dinosaurs.

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Electric Bike Scott E Genius 730 Plus 2017

Δημοσιεύτηκε στις 7 Ιαν 2017

We review the new Scott E-Genius 730+ 2017 electric mountain bike. The entry-level model in the new Genius eBike range.

Learn More Here: https://www.e-bikeshop.co.uk/Scott-E-...

Powered by the famous Bosch electric bike system, with Intuvia and a 500Wh battery. New for 2017 the Scott E-Genius Plus range of eBikes now comes in 4 variants.

These are special because they offer the new wider 3" tyre for ultimate traction, grip, comfort and control! The E-Genius 730 Plus is great for Single Track / All Mountain / Trail Center riding.

The Scott E-Genius 730 Plus is a new model for 2017, offering the geometry and tech of it's bigger brothers at a price that's easier on the pocket.

Οι πρώτες στιγμές της έκρηξης ενός παγιδευμένου αυτοκινήτου στο βόρειο Χαλέπι Izaz 50 νεκροι(video+18)

Δημοσιεύτηκε στις 7 Ιαν 2017

Σκότωσε περίπου πενήντα άτομα ως το αποτέλεσμα μιας αρχικής και δεκάδες τραυματίστηκαν, μετά από μια έκρηξη βόμβας σε αυτοκίνητο Izaz η βόρεια πόλη του κέντρου Χαλεπίου Μπριβ, το Σάββατο, σύμφωνα με τον ανταποκριτή "Smart", για "Αχλί Νοσοκομείο υπερηφάνεια." Ο ανταποκριτής είπε ότι τοαυτοκίνητο εξερράγη στο μπροστινό μέρος της το «Σαρία Δικαστήριο" κοντά στο αρχηγείο τωνστρατιωτικών φατριών του κέντρου της πόλης, υπερπλήρη με τους πολίτες και ορείχαλκο, όπου ηέκρηξη οδήγησε επίσης σε μια μεγάλη μάζα των καταστημάτων, και προκάλεσε πυρκαγιές στηνπροσθήκη να κόψει το δρόμο και εμποδίζουν την άφιξη της πυροσβεστικής και της πολιτικής προστασίας για την χώρα. Ο ίδιος πρόσθεσε ότι μεταξύ των θυμάτων καίγονται για το θάνατο επτά έχασαν τη ζωή τους, αφού παγιδευμένοι μέσα σε ένα από τα καταστήματα, ενώ οι τραυματίες διαφορές μεταξύ των διαφόρων τραυματισμών και εγκαυμάτων θραύσματα περιμένουμε την άφιξη των ομάδων ασθενοφόρο 

Chrysler Self Driving Car Commercial Official Chrysler Portal Concept Electric Car 2017 CES

Chrysler Portal Concept at CES 2017: Next-generation Family Transportation Designed by Millennials for Millennials
Forward-thinking interpretation of the “fifth generation” of family transportation focused toward the millennial generation
Designed from the inside out, the interior offers the driver and passengers a “third space” – an open and serene atmosphere that bridges work and home
The mono-volume exterior centers around an illuminated, portal-shaped articulating front, and rear doors that allow for easy ingress and egress
The electric-powered Chrysler Portal range 250 miles on a full charge
Chrysler Portal DC Fast Charge (350 kW) recharges the battery pack with 150 miles of range in less than 20 minutes
Chrysler Portal In-vehicle wireless network seamlessly integrates with mobile devices to enable community social sharing among passengers and internet cloud-based applications
Suite of sensing technologies enables SAE Chrysler Portal Level Three semi-autonomous driving mode; Chrysler Portal designed to upgrade to Level Four autonomous driving, if desired
The Chrysler Portal commercial concept was created in collaboration with supplier partners who shared their innovations and expertise to bring to life future technologies. These partners include Adient, Magneti Marelli, Panasonic Automotive and Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
CES 2017 News, Las Vegas - When it came to thinking about the future of family transportation, FCA US called upon the people who will own and live with such a vehicle – millennials working inside the company’s design and engineering functions – to collaborate on ideas. Armed with research on what the millennial generation values and desires, the team created a forward-thinking interpretation of the “fifth generation” of family transportation – the Chrysler Portal concept, created by millennials for millennial's.
Millennials are tech savvy, environmentally aware and cost conscious. To balance those needs and to be an integral part of millennials’ lives, the Chrysler Portal concept is designed to maximize interior space with an impressive degree of flexibility between Chrysler Portal Autonomous Electric Car interior seating and cargo configurations; to enable users to include and expand their social media communities with seamless wireless integration between the Chrysler Portal Autonomous Electric Car and mobile devices; to take advantage of technological advances in battery-electric powertrains and the growth of a rapid recharging network; and to deliver these capabilities in a powerful, high-tech form that uses LED lighting as a key Chrysler Portal design element, and not as a mere accent.
“The Chrysler Portal concept is backed by significant research on the millennial generation. Millennials have clearly defined that they want a vehicle that will grow with them as they experience life changes,” said Tim Kuniskis,Head of Passenger Car Brands – Dodge, SRT, Chrysler and FIAT, FCA – North America. “FCA is a leader in family transportation and it was essential that we fully explored the idea of what a vehicle could look like for this emerging generation.”
Millennials have become the largest demographic. In the next 10-plus years, most will be at a point in their life where they will begin to start or will have started a family; 75 percent of all children will have a millennial parent and there will be 4 million more children than today. The millennial generation is defined as people born between 1982 – 2001.
The four modes of family transportation have been defined as station wagons, minivans, SUVs and crossovers; millennials will seek their own version of a family vehicle. Based on internal research, they will want a vehicle like the Chrysler Portal Autonomous Electric Car that is reflective of their personality, offers value and flexibility, integrates advanced technology and is socially responsible.
Millennials are seeking practical and functional products like the Chrysler Portal Autonomous Electric Car that provide both capability and a sense of personal style. They also need affordability and look to own vehicles long term. As a result, they want a vehicle that can be upgraded as their lives change like the Chrysler Portal Autonomous Electric Car commercial, and they expect seamless integration of technology in and out of the vehicle, including to home and other devices.

Designed from the inside, Chrysler Portal Self Driving Car concept creates third space
Designed from the inside out, the interior of the Chrysler Portal Self Driving Car concept offers the driver and passengers a “third space” – an open and serene interior atmosphere that provides an alternative environment between work and home.
Chrysler Portal INTERIOR Spacious and modern, the interior features soft, clean, sculptural lines that are colored in a mix of neutral and grey hues accented by jewel tones; the Chrysler Portal INTERIOR space takes advantage of a tasteful and elegant mix of textures and materials. 2017 CES News
Chrysler Portal INTERIOR seating is standard for all occupants with thin-design seats that fold flat, fold up and slide fore/aft on a track system for ultimate flexibility. The Chrysler Portal seats mount to tracks embedded in the floor. This enables the seats to move the full length of the vehicle and, if needed, to be removed easily from the rear of the vehicle.
Battery-electric vehicle technology contributes to Chrysler Portal INTERIOR cabin spaciousness with a minimized engine compartment and a low, flat-load floor atop the battery pack that is ideal for transporting people and equipment for an active lifestyle.
Technology is celebrated throughout the Chrysler Portal INTERIOR with a clean, simple high-mount instrument panel display with easy-to-use interfaces. Screens can be positioned throughout the Chrysler Portal INTERIOR for ultimate passenger engagement.
Up to eight docking stations, located in the instrument panel and seats, can be used for charging and securing mobile phones and tablet devices.
Exterior design centers around Chrysler Portal doors
The Chrysler Portal concept takes a new perspective with a clean, simple yet strong design statement amplified by refined lines along the body and a strong, planted stance.
Featuring a mono-volume form that “shrink wraps” the battery-electric vehicle (BEV) powertrain and interior packaging, the Chrysler Portal’s exterior design is anchored by illuminated, portal-shaped side openings with articulating front and rear doors for easy loading and unloading of people and cargo.
The lighting on the Chrysler Portal concept is an interactive experience, as well as a communication tool. The Chrysler Portal is equipped with full-color, changing LED lighting on the front, side portals and rear. Not only can the light take on different colors, it can have a swiping or animated appearance. Interactive ground projection and Chrysler Portal lighting are available in infinite colors that can be tailored for personal, business or drive settings, such as when the vehicle is parked, locked/unlocked or in autonomous mode.
The Chrysler Portal headlamps and tail lamps feature next-generation Thin Lens LED technology with an adaptive driving beam to provide increased safety through improved visibility.
A full-length clear polycarbonate roof panel visually expands the Chrysler Portal’s interior space and admits natural light to all occupants.
Chrysler Portal Engineered for future developments
An all-electric vehicle, the Chrysler Portal concept is propelled by a single electric motor driving the front wheels. A lithium-ion battery pack, rated at around 100 kWh, is integrated into the Chrysler Portal underbody, which increases structural rigidity and provides a low center of gravity, which enhances handling and ride comfort. The Chrysler Portal concept is estimated to have more than 250 miles of range on a full charge.
The integrated charging port, located at the front of the vehicle, uses the industry-accepted Combined Charging System (CCS) plug for energy and communication between the vehicle and charging equipment. DC Fast Charging at 350 kW enables the battery pack to be recharged for 150 miles of range in less than 20 minutes. The Chrysler winged badge on the front fascia serves as a charging indicator light.

Οι Μωμόγεροι αναστάτωσαν την Ανατολή Ιωαννίνων

Οι Μωμόγεροι (γνωστό και ως Μωμόεροι ή Μωμοέρια είναι ένα ποντιακό λαϊκό δρώμενο το οποίο λαμβάνει χώρα το 12ήμερο Χριστούγεννα - Πρωτοχρονιά - Θεοφάνια με ευχετηριακό χαρακτήρα. Παραλλαγή μπορεί να θεωρηθεί το έθιμο Ραγκουτσάρια που συναντάται στην περιοχή της Κοζάνης και της ΚαστοριάςΟι ρίζες του εθίμου βρίσκονται στους προ-χριστιανικούς χρόνους αλλά οι Πόντιοι έδωσαν αργότερα χριστιανικό χαρακτήρα.

Η ονομασία του δρώμενου προέρχεται από τις λέξεις μίμος ή μώμος αλλά και γέρος. Στο έθιμο οι λέξεις αυτές συνδέονται με τις μιμιτικές κινήσεις των πρωταγωνιστών-γερόντων.

Στο δρώμενο αυτό παρουσιάζεται η αναγέννηση της φύσηςμε την αλλαγή του νέου έτους και έχει σκοπό σάτιρας.Στο δρώμενο αναπαρίσταται η ιστορία του Κιτί Γοτσά.^[Στο έθιμο αυτό, παραδοσιακά μέρος των συμμετεχόντων φοράνε τομάρια ζώων όπως λύκων και τράγων ενώ άλλοι ντύνονται με στολές ανθρώπων οπλισμένων με σπαθιά και έχουν την μορφή γεροντικών προσώπων.

Το δρώμενο λαμβάνει χώρα το όπου ο θίασος παραδοσιακά τριγυρνά στις αυλές των σπιτιών. Στο δρώμενο οι πρωταγωνιστές είναι τρεις, ο γέρος Κιτί Γοτσά, η νύφη και ο "αράπης". Η αλλαγή του χρόνου και η αναγέννηση της φύσηςσυμβολίζεται με τη νύφη η οποία φλερτάρει με τον νέο (ο νέος είναι ο χαρακτήρας "αράπης"). Στο δρώμενο εναλλάσσεται η απαγωγή της νύφης από τον νέο "αράπη" με τον γέρο Κιτί Γοτσά

Raio Atinge Banhista na Praia de Itanhaém

Δημοσιεύτηκε στις 3 Ιαν 2017

A corretora de imóveis Carminie Ferrari, de 52 anos, flagrou o momento exato em que um raio atinge um banhista na Praia dos Sonhos, em Itanhaém, neste domingo (1). A vítima foi identificada como Aline Caroline Barbosa de Campos, de 25 anos. Ela teve uma parada cardiorrespiratória e está internada em estado grave.

"Eu estava filmando a praia, porque estava chovendo forte. Foi aleatório. Eu vi que tudo começou a voar, as pessoas correram e algumas ficaram ali. Quando eu virei a câmera, aconteceu (o raio caiu). Foi assustador, ninguém fica esperando isso acontecer", relatou a Carminie, que é de São Paulo e visita a região há 46 anos.

Nas imagens é possível notar um estrondo simultâneo ao feixe de luz que atinge a vítima, que estava acompanhada. Nas extremidades do vídeo, é possível notar também outras pessoas que foram atingidas indiretamente pela descarga elétrica. Elas também precisaram ser socorridas, mas não apresentaram ferimentos graves.

Aline, de acordo com a Prefeitura, foi levada à Unidade de Pronto Atendimento (UPA) do Jardim Sabaúna. Em estado grave, ela foi transferida emergencialmente nesta segunda (2) ao Hospital Municipal Pimentas Bonsucesso, de Guarulhos (Grande São Paulo). O quadro de saúde dela, segundo apurado, permanece crítico.