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Mysterious Gamma-Ray Flashes May Be Missing Link for Lightning Bolts

Recent studies reveal a connection between gamma-ray bursts and lightning in thunderstorms, highlighting gaps in our understanding of storm dynamics.

How do scientists study lightning? With a spy plane and some big storms

New research highlights the connection between gamma rays and lightning formation, providing insights into atmospheric phenomena.

Mysterious Gamma-Ray Flashes May Be Missing Link for Lightning Bolts

Recent studies reveal a connection between gamma-ray bursts and lightning in thunderstorms, highlighting gaps in our understanding of storm dynamics.

How do scientists study lightning? With a spy plane and some big storms

New research highlights the connection between gamma rays and lightning formation, providing insights into atmospheric phenomena.
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How a post-hurricane disaster sold me on a $2,000 pool-cleaning robot

Hurricane season in Florida can lead to unexpected damage, as exemplified by a lightning strike on a tree causing debris in pools.

The Cost of Lightning

Climate change may lead to an increase in lightning strikes, prompting protective measures for historic buildings.

PICTURES: Huge lightning bolts strike above Havering in 'epic' storm

Residents of Havering experienced a remarkable and intense storm with impressive lightning and loud thunder over the weekend, prompting widespread social media reactions.

Life on Earth may have started when lightning hit volcano eruptions

Lightning from volcanic eruptions in ancient times emitted extreme levels of nitrogen, which triggered the earliest lifeforms.
Nitrogen combined with lightning strikes reacts with oxygen and produces nitrogen oxide, creating an environment suitable for life to develop and sustain.

Singapore's Locofy launches its one-click design-to-code tool | TechCrunch

Locofy has developed a tool called Lightning that converts Figma and AdobeXD prototypes into code.
The Lightning tool automates around 80% of frontend development, saving developers time and allowing them to focus on other tasks.
Locofy plans to expand Lightning to more design tools, including AdobeXD, Penpot, Sketch, Wix, Canva, and Notion.

Standalone AirPods Pro 2nd-Gen USB-C charging case might not be worth the price - Yanko Design

Apple has released a standalone USB-C charging case for the 2nd-gen AirPods Pro, allowing users to upgrade from the Lightning version.
The USB-C charging case offers consistency with other Apple devices and a convenient reverse charging feature.

Brandon Hagel scores in OT as Lightning beat Eastern Conference-leading Bruins 5-4

Steven Stamkos scored the tying goal with 4.8 seconds left in regulation to send the game to overtime.
Brandon Hagel scored the winning goal on a breakaway 1:19 into overtime as the Lightning beat the Bruins 5-4.

Astronaut Photographs Glowing Orbs Far Below Space Station

Red sprites are a rare weather event related to lightning, appearing as red orbs in the mesosphere, visible from space.

Lightning Is Blamed for Deadly New Mexico Fire

Lightning was confirmed as the cause of the large wildfires in New Mexico, highlighting the significant damage caused by natural factors.
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