#Livermore Falls

[unteriors]

Monroe Street, Livermore Falls, Maine.

[rinibayphoto]

[xanadontit]

Would this be OK for a late summer/early fall semi-formal wedding at a winery?

It's poplin so casual but 1) I would add a metallic belt, nice earrings, great shoes, & clutch and 2) it would not be as short on me since I'm 5'3" and I assume the model is 5'14" or something.

Wedding is 4pm outside at a winery with dinner and dancing after. It's Livermore so I'm preparing to die from heat stroke until we can go inside to the air conditioning.

D is wearing something similar to this (same style but a light blue-silver):

And another friend is wearing some floor-length gown like....what?

Do I not understand semi-formal? To be fair, the brides don't seem to understand semi-formal lol. Anyway, gimme the real talk. And point me toward something cute that isn't a zillion dollars.

ETA: I'm sure the dress material is what throws it into "not formal enough" territory but hoping if I distract with SHINY THINGS it could work.

[mariacallous]

Al Qaeda has set up nine new terrorist camps in Afghanistan in 2024, a sign of the Taliban’s increasing tolerance of terror groups in their backyard in spite of pledges to crack down, according to an Afghan resistance leader visiting Washington this week. 

“These are training centers; these are recruitment centers,” said Ali Maisam Nazary, the top diplomat for Afghanistan’s National Resistance Front (NRF) based in the country’s Panjshir Valley north of Kabul. “The Taliban have even allowed al Qaeda to build bases and munitions depots in the heart of the Panjshir Valley. [That’s] something unheard of, something impossible even in the 1990s for al Qaeda to have achieved.” 

Nazary said that since the fall of Afghanistan to the Taliban in August 2021, just before the complete withdrawal of U.S. troops from the country, terror groups including al Qaeda, the Islamic State’s Khorasan branch, Tehrik-e Taliban Pakistan (TTP), and the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan have exploded in size and scope, as the country’s unguarded borders have allowed foreign fighters from Arab countries, Central Asian neighbors, and Europe to pour into Afghanistan. Nazary said that 21 known terror groups are currently operating inside the country.

“We’re seeing all the lights are blinking red,” said Doug Livermore, a former U.S. Navy official and a member of the Special Operations Association of America. The United Nations believes that al Qaeda has training camps in at least 10 of Afghanistan’s 34 provinces, even as the Taliban publicly deny that the terror group has a presence in the country. 

The movement of al Qaeda forces into the Panjshir Valley—long a stronghold of the NRF—has been a shock to the resistance, which still controls about 60 percent of the area to the Taliban’s 40 percent, according to Nazary.

Al Qaeda leader Saif al-Adel has explicitly called for foreign fighters to migrate to Afghanistan and prepare to attack the West. The Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction, a U.S. government watchdog group, said in a July report that though the Taliban have targeted the Islamic State and some other groups, the fundamentalist organization has tolerated the presence of al Qaeda and TTP. 

Terror groups control much—if not all—of Afghanistan’s border, Nazary said. “Al Qaeda didn’t have any presence in northern Afghanistan in 2001,” he said. “Today, al Qaeda has a presence throughout the country, and the other terrorist forces.” The country has become an “open black market” of leftover weapons, many of them American, he added. 

“The Taliban is having the same problem that we did for 20 years,” Livermore said. “You can control the core, you can control the ring road—to an extent. But then once you start looking out from there, particularly in the east and some of that rough terrain, that seems to be where they [the Islamic State] have managed to establish a pretty solid base of operations.” 

Nazary described the relationship between the Taliban and terror groups as “ironclad,” suggesting the group had even provided passports to allow foreign terrorist fighters into the country. The same U.N. report in July said that the Islamic State’s Khorasan branch has facilitators in both Afghanistan and Turkey who can move terrorist fighters into Europe to conduct attacks. 

But some experts are doubtful that the NRF’s message will resonate in Washington. “They are refusing to acknowledge that it’s not 2001 anymore,” said Michael Kugelman, the director of the South Asia Institute at the Wilson Center in Washington. “They don’t recognize that, quite frankly, the U.S. and other Western capitals are not interested in getting dragged into a conflict in Afghanistan. There’s no interest in providing arms or money to anti-Taliban groups.”

U.S. intelligence officials are skeptical—at least publicly—about the extent to which Afghanistan could become a terrorist launching pad. The CIA remains in contact with the Taliban in an effort to stanch terror activities, the agency’s deputy director, David Cohen, said at a conference in Maryland on Wednesday, and he said that U.S. intelligence was able to tip Austrian authorities to an Islamic State threat against a planned Taylor Swift concert in Vienna earlier this month. 

“We have been engaging with them, all throughout this period, in various ways, as they have taken on the effort to combat both al Qaeda and ISIS-K,” Cohen said of the U.S. contact with the Taliban, using a common acronym for the Islamic State’s Khorasan branch. “And so this isn’t a ‘mission accomplished’ sort of thing. But it is worth noting that in Afghanistan today, the dire predictions have not come to pass.”

Kugelman said the NRF is trying to leverage growing U.S. concerns about terrorism risks stemming from Afghanistan and the Taliban’s harsh crackdown on women’s rights and perceived political opponents. But, he said, it doesn’t have the power to challenge the Taliban head-on.

“I do think that the NRF might perhaps overstate the dangers in Afghanistan, particularly when it comes to terrorism risks, in order to make a stronger case for support,” he said. “I’d also argue that at the end of the day, the Taliban really does not face any threat at all to its political survival.”

[spacetimewithstuartgary]

NASA's Pandora mission one step closer to probing alien atmospheres

Completion of the spacecraft bus brings Pandora, a mission poised to look for the presence of hazes, clouds and water in exoplanets, closer to launch.

Pandora, NASA's newest exoplanet mission, is one step closer to launch with the completion of the spacecraft bus, which provides the structure, power and other systems that will allow the mission to carry out its work. Pandora's exoplanet science working group is led by the University of Arizona, and Pandora will be the first mission to have its operations center at the U of A Space Institute.  

The completion of the bus was announced during a press briefing at the 245th Meeting of the American Astronomical Society in National Harbor, Maryland, on Jan. 16. 

 "This is a huge milestone for us and keeps us on track for a launch in the fall," said Elisa Quintana, Pandora's principal investigator at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland. "The bus holds our instruments and handles navigation, data acquisition and communication with Earth – it's the brains of the spacecraft."

Pandora is a small satellite poised to provide in-depth study of at least 20 known planets orbiting distant stars to determine the composition of their atmospheres – especially the presence of hazes, clouds and water. The data will establish a firm foundation for interpreting measurements by NASA's James Webb Space Telescope and future missions aimed at searching for habitable worlds. 

"Although smaller and less sensitive than Webb, Pandora will be able to stare longer at the host stars of extrasolar planets, allowing for deeper study," said Pandora co-investigator Daniel Apai, professor of astronomy and planetary sciences at the U of A Steward Observatory and Lunar and Planetary Laboratory who leads the mission's Exoplanets Science Working Group. "Better understanding of the stars will help Pandora and its 'big brother,' the James Webb Space Telescope, disentangle signals from stars and their planets." 

Astronomers can sample an exoplanet's atmosphere when it passes in front of its star as seen from Earth's perspective, during an event known as a transit. Part of the star's light skims the planet's atmosphere before making its way to the observer. This interaction allows the light to interact with atmospheric substances, and their chemical fingerprints — dips in brightness at characteristic wavelengths — become imprinted in the light.

The concept of Pandora was born out of necessity to overcome a snag in observing starlight passing through the atmospheres of exoplanets, Apai said. 

"In 2018, a doctoral student in my group, Benjamin Rackham – now an MIT research scientist – described an astrophysical effect by which light coming directly from the star muddies the signal of the light passing through the exoplanet's atmosphere," Apai explained. "We predicted that this effect would limit Webb's ability to study habitable planets."

Telescopes see light from the entire star, not just the small amount grazing the planet. Stellar surfaces aren't uniform. They sport hotter, unusually bright regions called faculae and cooler, darker regions similar to the spots on our sun, both of which grow, shrink and change position as the star rotates. As a result, these "mixed signals" in the observed light can make it difficult to distinguish between light that has passed through an exoplanet's atmosphere and light that varies based on a star's changing appearance. For example, variations in light from the host star can mask or mimic the signal of water, a likely key ingredient researchers look for when evaluating an exoplanet's potential for harboring life.

Using a novel all-aluminum, 45-centimeter-wide telescope, jointly developed by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and Corning Specialty Materials in Keene, New Hampshire, Pandora's detectors will capture each star's visible brightness and near-infrared spectrum at the same time, while also obtaining the transiting planet's near-infrared spectrum. This combined data will enable the science team to determine the properties of stellar surfaces and cleanly separate star and planetary signals. 

The observing strategy takes advantage of the mission's ability to continuously observe its targets for extended periods, something flagship observatories like Webb, which offer limited observing time due to high demand, cannot regularly do. 

Over the course of its yearlong mission, Pandora will observe at least 20 exoplanets 10 times, with each stare lasting a total of 24 hours. Each observation will include a transit, which is when the mission will capture the planet's spectrum. 

Karl Harshman, who leads the Mission Operations Team at the U of A Space Institute that will support the spacecraft's operation once it launches later this year, said: "We have a very excited team that has been working hard to have our Mission Operations Center running at full speed at the time of launch and look forward to receiving science data. Just this week, we performed a communications test with our antenna system that will transmit commands to Pandora and receive the telemetry from the spacecraft." 

Pandora is led by NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory provides the mission's project management and engineering. Pandora's telescope was manufactured by Corning and developed collaboratively with Livermore, which also developed the imaging detector assemblies, the mission's control electronics, and all supporting thermal and mechanical subsystems. The infrared sensor was provided by NASA Goddard. Blue Canyon Technologies provided the bus and is performing spacecraft assembly, integration and environmental testing. NASA's Ames Research Center in California's Silicon Valley will perform the mission's data processing. Pandora's mission operations center is located at the University of Arizona, and a host of additional universities support the science team.

TOP IMAGE: An artist's concept of the Pandora mission, seen here without the thermal blanketing that will protect the spacecraft, observing a star and its transiting exoplanet. Credit NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center/Conceptual Image Lab

LOWER IMAGE: Pandora’s spacecraft bus sits in a thermal-vacuum testing chamber at Blue Canyon Technologies in Lafayette, Colorado. The bus provides the structure, power and other systems that will enable the mission to help astronomers better separate stellar features from the spectra of transiting planets. Credit NASA/Weston Maughan, BCT

[darkmaga-returns]

My podcast with Dave Collum, author of the “2024 Year in Review,” covers economic valuations, market predictions, social dynamics, trust in institutions, and conspiracy theories. Will the markets fall 66% or even 90%? Can Trump pull off what needs to be pulled off? Tune in to find out!

As part of Dave Collum’s gift to humanity, a.k.a. The Year In Review, we sat down for a podcast.  Wow, what a conversation it was!  We dove deep into his 2024 Year In Review, and we went farther still.  After 2.5 hours you’d think we’d have trampled old ground 3x and run out of things to discuss.  Nope, and nope.  Neither happened.  We could have gone on 2x longer still and been on fresh ground.

Dave’s insights are a mix of humor, sharp analysis, and a bit of a reality check on the state of the world. We covered everything from economic valuations to the social dynamics at play in today’s society. It’s a wild ride, and if you haven’t read his review, then consider this podcast the Bon Mot that will whet your appetite.  When you do read the YIR, be sure to score yourself on Collum’s Conspiracy Test to get your score.  Mine was 42.

Here’s one Dave’s bottom line(s):  The world’s financial markets are priced at levels that have never, ever, not once, been a good starting point for future returns.  At best, we’re in for flat returns for possibly decades.  Dave’s ultra-bear is out of hiding and he thinks we’re in for 30-50 years of miserable returns.  Can you hang on for that long to get back to even?  No?  Then you’d better have a plan.

How did we get here?  The Federal Reserve and other central banks’ constant interventions to keep everything moving ‘up and to the right’ coupled with investors turning into speculators along the way and throwing out all accumulated market wisdom.  Buffet?  A cranky old fool who ‘doesn’t get it’ anymore.  Jesse Livermore; who’s that?  As Dave said in his YIR:

[killed-by-choice]

Holly Patterson, 18 (USA 2003)

In 2003, a teenage girl named Holly Patterson was told that the abortion pill was safe. She was never told that there was a chance of any dangerous complications. Planned Parenthood sold her the pill that ended her baby’s life and then her own.

Holly’s parents hadn’t even known she was pregnant. Her father received a phone call at work and was horrified to hear that his daughter, who he described as a fitness buff and the picture of health, was now in the hospital with severe septic shock. He rushed to the hospital to be with his dying daughter.

In his testimony, Monty Patterson tells us about the painful and traumatic death of his daughter:

“Once there, I found her in the intensive care unit, barely conscious, too weak to talk, pale complexion, puffy faced, and struggling to breathe… While standing at her beside, the doctor came in and briskly explained, “We are doing everything we can for her, but she might not make it. These things sometimes happen as a result of the [abortion] pill.”

Only a week after taking the pill, 18-year-old Holly was dead. The once-healthy teenager who had been a joy in her parent’s life was killed slowly and painfully by the “care” advertised by Planned Parenthood.

It was discovered that shortly before she was hospitalized, Holly repeatedly called the Planned Parenthood facility hotline to complain of severe cramping. She was told her symptoms were normal and to just use a heating pad take the Tylenol-Codeine painkiller. Planned Parenthood was negligent every step of the way.

Holly died less than a month after her 18th birthday. Her heartbroken family fights to make sure that other people don’t fall into the same trap that took their daughter away from them. To this day, her loved ones know that Holly was a reasonable and intelligent person who would not have taken the abortion pill if she had known about the danger. Nobody should be misled about the abortion pill the way Holly was.

[markonpark]

Wavy hair. Antique cabinet card photo of a handsome man. Hayden Studio, Livermore Falls, Maine

On Etsy: www.etsy.com/listing/1509122807/

[mamayadav]

Max Baer Age 103: A Legacy of Strength and Entertainment

Max Baer, an iconic name in the history of boxing and entertainment, remains a subject of admiration and intrigue. At the Max Baer age of 103, his legacy continues to inspire fans and historians alike. Born on February 11, 1909, in Omaha, Nebraska, Max Baer is remembered as one of the most charismatic and powerful boxers of his era.

This article delves deep into the life and times of Max Baer, exploring his journey as a professional boxer, his contributions to Hollywood, and his enduring impact on popular culture.

Early Life and Introduction to Boxing

Max Baer was born into a humble family and spent much of his early life working on a farm. These formative years shaped his strong physique, which later became a significant advantage in his boxing career. Baer discovered his love for boxing as a teenager and quickly gained recognition for his incredible power and agility.

His rise in boxing was swift. Known for his devastating right hand, Baer earned the nickname "The Livermore Larruper" due to his association with Livermore, California.

Boxing Career Highlights

Max Baer’s professional boxing career spanned 1929 to 1941. Over these years, he built an impressive record, becoming a household name for his dynamic performances in the ring. Below is an overview of his boxing achievements:YearEventResultSignificance1933Fight against Ernie SchaafWin via knockoutHighlighted Baer’s raw power1934Won the World Heavyweight ChampionshipDefeated Primo CarneraCemented his status as a boxing legend1935Lost to James J. BraddockDefeated by decisionInspired the movie Cinderella Man1941Final professional fightLost to Lou NovaMarked the end of an illustrious career

Hollywood Stint

Apart from his boxing career, Max Baer ventured into Hollywood, leveraging his charm and good looks. He appeared in several movies during the 1930s and 1940s, further solidifying his celebrity status. Some of his notable film appearances include:

The Prizefighter and the Lady (1933): A romantic drama that showcased Baer’s acting skills alongside Myrna Loy.

Africa Screams (1949): A comedy film where Baer demonstrated his versatility as an entertainer.

The Harder They Fall (1956): Although uncredited, his boxing persona inspired elements of this classic film.

His success in Hollywood illustrated his ability to captivate audiences beyond the boxing ring, making him a multi-faceted personality.

Max Baer’s Legacy

Max Baer was more than just a boxer and actor; he was a philanthropist and an advocate for social causes. His generosity and sense of humor made him beloved by many. Here are some key aspects of his enduring legacy:

Philanthropy: Baer often used his fame and earnings to support charitable causes, particularly those benefiting children.

Boxing Influence: As a world heavyweight champion, Baer inspired countless young boxers to pursue the sport.

Pop Culture Icon: His life and career have been immortalized in films, books, and documentaries.

Controversies and Challenges

While Max Baer enjoyed immense success, his career was not without controversies. The most significant was the tragic death of Frankie Campbell during their 1930 bout. The incident deeply affected Baer and led to debates about safety in boxing. Despite this, Baer’s resilience and dedication to the sport remained unshaken.

Another challenge was his loss to James J. Braddock in 1935. Though the defeat dented his career temporarily, Baer’s sportsmanship and humility earned him respect.

Celebrating Max Baer at 103

Even after his passing in 1959, Max Baer’s name continues to evoke admiration. If alive today, Max Baer would be 103 years old, a testament to his timeless impact. Fans and historians commemorate his contributions annually, celebrating his remarkable achievements in both boxing and entertainment.

Interesting Facts About Max Baer

Jewish Heritage: Baer proudly embraced his partial Jewish heritage, often wearing a Star of David on his trunks.

Broad Shoulders: Baer’s physical stature was so impressive that he was often compared to Greek gods.

Inspiration for Pop Culture: His flamboyant personality inspired characters in films and stories about boxing.

FAQs

1. When was Max Baer born? Max Baer was born on February 11, 1909, in Omaha, Nebraska.

2. What was Max Baer’s boxing record? Max Baer’s professional boxing record stood at 68 wins (51 by knockout), 13 losses, and 0 draws.

3. Did Max Baer have a family? Yes, Max Baer had a family, including his son, Max Baer Jr., who became a well-known actor.

4. What is Max Baer known for outside boxing? Apart from boxing, Max Baer is known for his acting career and his philanthropic efforts.

5. How old would Max Baer be today? If alive today, Max Baer would be 103 years old.

Conclusion

Max Baer remains an enduring symbol of strength, charisma, and resilience. At 103 years of age, his legacy continues to inspire boxing enthusiasts and cultural historians worldwide. From his meteoric rise as a heavyweight champion to his successful stint in Hollywood, Max Baer’s life is a testament to perseverance and versatility.

[sanfranciscopubcrawl]

The Best Pumpkin Patches in the San Francisco Bay Area

The San Francisco Bay Area transforms into a fall wonderland as pumpkin patches pop up in every corner of the region. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly activities, corn mazes, or just the perfect pumpkin for your front porch, there’s a patch for every fall-lover out there. Each location offers more than just pumpkins—think hayrides, petting zoos, haunted trails, and seasonal treats to make your autumn adventure unforgettable.

From the North Bay’s sprawling corn mazes to Half Moon Bay’s coastal farms and urban pumpkin pop-ups in San Francisco, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate the season. Head to the South Bay for scenic train rides at Spina Farms or explore the East Bay’s festive nurseries and pumpkin-filled playgrounds. Whether you’re planning a day with the kids or just want to immerse yourself in fall vibes with friends, this guide covers the best pumpkin patches across the Bay Area and highlights the special events and must-see activities at each one.

Get ready to explore:

North Bay: Petaluma Pumpkin Patch & Amazing Corn Maze San Francisco: The Guardsmen Pumpkin Patch Half Moon Bay: Andreotti Family Farms, Lemos Farm, Arata’s Pumpkin Farm South Bay: Spina Farms Pumpkin Patch in Morgan Hill East Bay: Westbrae Nursery Pumpkin Patch, G&M Farms in Livermore

Grab a pumpkin-spiced latte, pack your coziest sweater, and dive into our list of the Bay Area’s top pumpkin patches—complete with seasonal fun, great photo ops, and activities for everyone.

[snehagoogle]

Neptune located in the Kuiper belt

Neptune located in the Kuiper belt

The last planet of the solar system

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Neptune located in the Kuiper belt

The last planet of the solar system

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

The atmosphere is like a diamond

Is there ice crystal there

Does diamond rain happen there

Is that also a wonder of hydrogen

Does diamond rain happen there

Is that also a wonder of hydrogen

The atmosphere is like a diamond

Is there ice crystal there

Does diamond rain happen there

Is that also a wonder of hydrogen

Does diamond rain happen there

Is that also a wonder of hydrogen

Neptune located in the Kuiper belt

The last planet of the solar system

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Neptune located in the Kuiper belt

The last planet of the solar system

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Like diamond mines on earth

Is there a diamond sea on Neptune

What is that hydrocarbon after all

Is hydrocarbon the diamond effect

What is that hydrocarbon after all

Is hydrocarbon the diamond effect

Like diamond mines on earth

Is there a diamond sea on Neptune

What is that hydrocarbon after all

Is hydrocarbon the diamond effect

What is that hydrocarbon after all

Is hydrocarbon the diamond effect

Neptune located in the Kuiper belt

The last planet of the solar system

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Neptune located in the Kuiper belt

The last planet of the solar system

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

It is said that Neptune is filled with hydrocarbon rich oceans

People say that there are diamond deposits everywhere inside Neptune

It even rains diamonds on Neptune

Is there diamond on Neptune?

Yes, it's believed that Neptune has diamonds, including a thick layer of carbon that surrounds its core: 

Diamond rain

Scientists have predicted that Neptune experiences diamond rain, where diamonds form in the planet's hydrocarbon-rich oceans and fall toward the core. The diamonds are thought to form when carbon and hydrogen atoms separate at high pressures and temperatures, and the carbon atoms crystallize into diamonds. 

Diamond layer

Some models suggest that a thick layer of carbon surrounds Neptune's core, which could be solid diamond, liquid carbon, or a mix of both. 

Liquid carbon ocean

Experiments at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory suggest that the top of Neptune's mantle may be an ocean of liquid carbon with floating solid diamonds. 

Diamond formation

Experiments have shown that carbon atoms can separate from hydrogen and form diamond clusters when subjected to high pressures and temperatures.

Very-high-pressure experiments at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory suggest that the top of the mantle may be an ocean of liquid carbon with floating solid 'diamonds'. The core of Neptune is likely composed of iron, nickel and silicates, with an interior model giving a mass about 1.2x that of Earth.

It rains solid diamonds on Uranus and Neptune

The Washington Post

https://www.washingtonpost.com › news › 2017/08/25

25 Aug 2017

By Sarah Kaplan

August 25, 2017 at 7:00 a.m. EDT

Consider this your daily reminder that the solar system is even more awesomely bonkers than you realized: On Uranus and Neptune, scientists forecast rain storms of solid diamonds.

The gems form in the hydrocarbon-rich oceans of slush that swath the gas giants' solid cores. Scientists have long speculated that the extreme pressures in this region might split those molecules into atoms of hydrogen and carbon, the latter of which then crystallize to form diamonds. These diamonds were thought to sink like rain through the ocean until they hit the solid core.

But no one could prove that this would really work — until now. In a study published this week in the journal Nature Astrophysics, researchers say they were able to produce this "diamond rain" using fancy plastic and high-powered lasers.

“Previously, researchers could only assume that the diamonds had formed,” lead author Dominik Kraus, a physicist at the Helmholtz Dresden-Rossendorf research center in Germany, told the magazine Cosmos. “When I saw the results of this latest experiment, it was one of the best moments of my scientific career.”

Scientists have tried to do this before — who wouldn't want to make it rain precious stones? — but they ran into problems mimicking the incredible pressures near the gas planet's cores. Neptune and Uranus are 17 and 15 times the mass of Earth, respectively, and their oceans are crushed by pressures millions of times more intense than the air pressure at Earth's sea level.

To match this absurd intensity, Kraus and his colleagues used two types of laser — one optical, one X-ray — to produce shock waves. These waves were then driven through a block of polystyrene — a type of plastic composed of hydrogen and carbon, just like Uranus and Neptune's oceans.

“The first smaller, slower wave is overtaken by another stronger second wave,” Kraus explained in a news release. The combination of the two waves squeezed the plastic to 150 gigapascals of pressure — more than exists at the bottom of Earth's mantle — and heated it to more than 8,500 degrees. At that moment, the diamonds began to form.

The process lasted only a fraction of a second, and the diamonds were no bigger than a nanometer in length. But Kraus and his colleagues believe that the diamonds that develop on Uranus and Neptune are probably bigger and longer-lasting.

Neptune located in the Kuiper belt

The last planet of the solar system

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Neptune located in the Kuiper belt

The last planet of the solar system

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

The atmosphere is like a diamond

Is there ice crystal there

Does diamond rain happen there

Is that also a wonder of hydrogen

Does diamond rain happen there

Is that also a wonder of hydrogen

The atmosphere is like a diamond

Is there ice crystal there

Does diamond rain happen there

Is that also a wonder of hydrogen

Does diamond rain happen there

Is that also a wonder of hydrogen

Neptune located in the Kuiper belt

The last planet of the solar system

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Neptune located in the Kuiper belt

The last planet of the solar system

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Like diamond mines on earth

Is there a diamond sea on Neptune

What is that hydrocarbon after all

Is hydrocarbon the diamond effect

What is that hydrocarbon after all

Is hydrocarbon the diamond effect

Like diamond mines on earth

Is there a diamond sea on Neptune

What is that hydrocarbon after all

Is hydrocarbon the diamond effect

What is that hydrocarbon after all

Is hydrocarbon the diamond effect

Neptune located in the Kuiper belt

The last planet of the solar system

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Neptune located in the Kuiper belt

The last planet of the solar system

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Body wrapped in jewels of ice

Expressed affection towards beauty

Translate Hindi

कुइपर बेल्ट में स्थित नेपच्यून

सौरमंडल की आखिरी ग्रह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

कुइपर बेल्ट में स्थित नेपच्यून

सौरमंडल की आखिरी ग्रह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

डायमंड सा जो है वातावरण

है क्या वहां बर्फों का क्रिस्टल

होता है क्या वहां हीरक बारिश

क्या वो भी हाइड्रोजन का कमाल

होता है क्या वहां हीरक बारिश

क्या वो भी हाइड्रोजन का कमाल

डायमंड सा जो है वातावरण

है क्या वहां बर्फों का क्रिस्टल

होता है क्या वहां हीरक बारिश

क्या वो भी हाइड्रोजन का कमाल

होता है क्या वहां हीरक बारिश

क्या वो भी हाइड्रोजन का कमाल

कुइपर बेल्ट में स्थित नेपच्यून

सौरमंडल की आखिरी ग्रह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

कुइपर बेल्ट में स्थित नेपच्यून

सौरमंडल की आखिरी ग्रह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

धरती में जैसे डायमंड माइन

नेपच्यून में क्या डायमंड सागर

क्या है आखिर वो हाइड्रोकार्बन

क्या हाइड्रोकार्बन ही है हीरक असर

क्या है आखिर वो हाइड्रोकार्बन

क्या हाइड्रोकार्बन ही है हीरक असर

धरती में जैसे डायमंड माइन

नेपच्यून में क्या डायमंड सागर

क्या है आखिर वो हाइड्रोकार्बन

क्या हाइड्रोकार्बन ही है हीरक असर

क्या है आखिर वो हाइड्रोकार्बन

क्या हाइड्रोकार्बन ही है हीरक असर

कुइपर बेल्ट में स्थित नेपच्यून

सौरमंडल की आखिरी ग्रह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

कुइपर बेल्ट में स्थित नेपच्यून

सौरमंडल की आखिरी ग्रह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

कहा जाता है नेपच्यून ग्रह हाइड्रोकार्बन समृद्ध महासागर से भरे है

लोगों का कहना है नेपच्यून ग्रह के भीतरी हर ओर हीरक का भंडार है

यहां तक की नेपच्यून ग्रह में हीरक का बरसा�� तक होता है

क्या नेपच्यून ग्रह में हीरक है

हां, ऐसा माना जाता है कि नेप्च्यून में हीरे हैं, जिसमें कार्बन की एक मोटी परत भी शामिल है जो इसके कोर को घेरे हुए है:

हीरे की बारिश

वैज्ञानिकों ने भविष्यवाणी की है कि नेप्च्यून में हीरे की बारिश होती है, जहां ग्रह के हाइड्रोकार्बन-समृद्ध महासागरों में हीरे बनते हैं और कोर की ओर गिरते हैं। ऐसा माना जाता है कि हीरे तब बनते हैं जब कार्बन और हाइड्रोजन परमाणु उच्च दबाव और तापमान पर अलग हो जाते हैं, और कार्बन परमाणु हीरे में क्रिस्टलीकृत हो जाते हैं।

हीरे की परत

कुछ मॉडल बताते हैं कि नेप्च्यून के कोर के चारों ओर कार्बन की एक मोटी परत है, जो ठोस हीरा, तरल कार्बन या दोनों का मिश्रण हो सकता है।

तरल कार्बन महासागर

लॉरेंस लिवरमोर नेशनल लेबोरेटरी के प्रयोगों से पता चलता है कि नेप्च्यून के मेंटल का शीर्ष तरल कार्बन का एक महासागर हो सकता है जिसमें तैरते हुए ठोस हीरे हो सकते हैं।

हीरे का निर्माण

प्रयोगों से पता चला है कि उच्च दबाव और तापमान के अधीन होने पर कार्बन परमाणु हाइड्रोजन से अलग हो सकते हैं और हीरे के समूह बना सकते हैं। लॉरेंस लिवरमोर नेशनल लेबोरेटरी में बहुत उच्च दबाव वाले प्रयोगों से पता चलता है कि मेंटल के शीर्ष पर तरल कार्बन का एक महासागर हो सकता है जिसमें ठोस 'हीरे' तैर रहे हों। नेपच्यून का कोर संभवतः लोहे, निकल और सिलिकेट से बना है, जिसका आंतरिक मॉडल पृथ्वी के द्रव्यमान का लगभग 1.2 गुना है।

यूरेनस और नेपच्यून पर ठोस हीरे की बारिश होती है

वाशिंगटन पोस्ट

https://www.washingtonpost.com › news › 2017/08/25

25 अगस्त 2017

सारा कापलान द्वारा

25 अगस्त, 2017 को सुबह 7:00 बजे EDT

इसे अपने दैनिक अनुस्मारक के रूप में लें कि सौर मंडल जितना आपने सोचा था उससे कहीं अधिक आश्चर्यजनक रूप से पागल है: यूरेनस और नेपच्यून पर, वैज्ञानिकों ने ठोस हीरे की बारिश के तूफान का पूर्वानुमान लगाया है।

रत्न हाइड्रोकार्बन-समृद्ध महासागरों में बनते हैं जो गैस दिग्गजों के ठोस कोर को ढंकते हैं। वैज्ञानिकों ने लंबे समय से अनुमान लगाया है कि इस क्षेत्र में अत्यधिक दबाव उन अणुओं को हाइड्रोजन और कार्बन के परमाणुओं में विभाजित कर सकता है, जिनमें से बाद में हीरे बनाने के लिए क्रिस्टलीकृत हो जाते हैं। ऐसा माना जाता था कि ये हीरे समुद्र में बारिश की तरह तब तक डूबते रहते हैं जब तक कि वे ठोस कोर से नहीं टकराते।

लेकिन कोई भी यह साबित नहीं कर सका कि यह वास्तव में काम करेगा - अब तक। नेचर एस्ट्रोफिजिक्स पत्रिका में इस सप्ताह प्रकाशित एक अध्ययन में, शोधकर्ताओं का कहना है कि वे फैंसी प्ला��्टिक और उच्च शक्ति वाले लेजर का उपयोग करके इस "हीरे की बारिश" का उत्पादन करने में सक्षम थे।

जर्मनी में हेल्महोल्ट्ज़ ड्रेसडेन-रोसेंडॉर्फ अनुसंधान केंद्र के एक भौतिक विज्ञानी, प्रमुख लेखक डोमिनिक क्रॉस ने कॉसमॉस पत्रिका को बताया, "पहले, शोधकर्ता केवल यह मान सकते थे कि हीरे बन गए हैं।" "जब मैंने इस नवीनतम प्रयोग के परिणाम देखे, तो यह मेरे वैज्ञानिक करियर के सबसे अच्छे क्षणों में से एक था।" वैज्ञानिकों ने पहले भी ऐसा करने की कोशिश की है - कौन नहीं चाहेगा कि कीमती पत्थरों की बारिश हो? - लेकिन उन्हें गैस ग्रह के कोर के पास अविश्वसनीय दबाव की नकल करने में समस्याओं का सामना करना पड़ा। नेपच्यून और यूरेनस क्रमशः पृथ्वी के द्रव्यमान से 17 और 15 गुना बड़े हैं, और उनके महासागर पृथ्वी के समुद्र तल पर वायु दाब की तुलना में लाखों गुना अधिक तीव्र दबाव से कुचले जाते हैं। इस बेतुकी तीव्रता से मेल खाने के लिए, क्रॉस और उनके सहयोगियों ने दो प्रकार के लेजर का उपयोग किया - एक ऑप्टिकल, एक एक्स-रे - शॉक वेव उत्पन्न करने के लिए। इन तरंगों को फिर पॉलीस्टाइनिन के एक ब्लॉक के माध्यम से चलाया गया - हाइड्रोजन और कार्बन से बना एक प्रकार का प्लास्टिक, ठीक यूरेनस और नेपच्यून के महासागरों की तरह। क्रॉस ने एक समाचार विज्ञप्ति में बताया, "पहली छोटी, धीमी लहर को दूसरी मजबूत लहर ने पीछे छोड़ दिया।" दो तरंगों के संयोजन ने प्लास्टिक को 150 गीगापास्कल दबाव तक निचोड़ दिया - जो पृथ्वी के मेंटल के तल पर मौजूद दबाव से भी अधिक है - और इसे 8,500 डिग्री से अधिक तक गर्म कर दिया। उस क्षण, हीरे बनने लगे। यह प्रक्रिया केवल एक सेकंड के अंश तक चली, और हीरे लंबाई में एक नैनोमीटर से बड़े नहीं थे। लेकिन क्राउस और उनके सहयोगियों का मानना ​​है कि यूरेनस और नेपच्यून पर विकसित होने वाले हीरे संभवतः बड़े और लंबे समय तक टिकने वाले होते हैं।

कुइपर बेल्ट में स्थित नेपच्यून

सौरमंडल की आखिरी ग्रह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

कुइपर बेल्ट में स्थित नेपच्यून

सौरमंडल की आखिरी ग्रह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

डायमंड सा जो है वातावरण

है क्या वहां बर्फों का क्रिस्टल

होता है क्या वहां हीरक बारिश

क्या वो भी हाइड्रोजन का कमाल

होता है क्या वहां हीरक बारिश

क्या वो भी हाइड्रोजन का कमाल

डायमंड सा जो है वातावरण

है क्या वहां बर्फों का क्रिस्टल

होता है क्या वहां हीरक बारिश

क्या वो भी हाइड्रोजन का कमाल

होता है क्या वहां हीरक बारिश

क्या वो भी हाइड्रोजन का कमाल

कुइपर बेल्ट में स्थित नेपच्यून

सौरमंडल की आखिरी ग्रह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

कुइपर बेल्ट में स्थित नेपच्यून

सौरमंडल की आखिरी ग्रह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

धरती में जैसे डायमंड माइन

नेपच्यून में क्या डायमंड सागर

क्या है आखिर वो हाइड्रोकार्बन

क्या हाइड्रोकार्बन ही है हीरक असर

क्या है आखिर वो हाइड्रोकार्बन

क्या हाइड्रोकार्बन ही है हीरक असर

धरती में जैसे डायमंड माइन

नेपच्यून में क्या डायमंड सागर

क्या है आखिर वो हाइड्रोकार्बन

क्या हाइड्रोकार्बन ही है हीरक असर

क्या है आखिर वो हाइड्रोकार्बन

क्या हाइड्रोकार्बन ही है हीरक असर

कुइपर बेल्ट में स्थित नेपच्यून

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बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

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बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

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कुइपर बेल्ट में स्थित नेपच्यून

सौरमंडल की आखिरी ग्रह

बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

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बर्फों की गहनों में बदन

रूप निखार में जताया मोह

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[warningsine]

Al Qaeda has set up nine new terrorist camps in Afghanistan in 2024, a sign of the Taliban’s increasing tolerance of terror groups in their backyard in spite of pledges to crack down, according to an Afghan resistance leader visiting Washington this week. 

“These are training centers; these are recruitment centers,” said Ali Maisam Nazary, the top diplomat for Afghanistan’s National Resistance Front (NRF) based in the country’s Panjshir Valley north of Kabul. “The Taliban have even allowed al Qaeda to build bases and munitions depots in the heart of the Panjshir Valley. [That’s] something unheard of, something impossible even in the 1990s for al Qaeda to have achieved.” 

Nazary said that since the fall of Afghanistan to the Taliban in August 2021, just before the complete withdrawal of U.S. troops from the country, terror groups including al Qaeda, the Islamic State’s Khorasan branch, Tehrik-e Taliban Pakistan (TTP), and the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan have exploded in size and scope, as the country’s unguarded borders have allowed foreign fighters from Arab countries, Central Asian neighbors, and Europe to pour into Afghanistan. Nazary said that 21 known terror groups are currently operating inside the country.

“We’re seeing all the lights are blinking red,” said Doug Livermore, a former U.S. Navy official and a member of the Special Operations Association of America. The United Nations believes that al Qaeda has training camps in at least 10 of Afghanistan’s 34 provinces, even as the Taliban publicly deny that the terror group has a presence in the country. 

The movement of al Qaeda forces into the Panjshir Valley—long a stronghold of the NRF—has been a shock to the resistance, which still controls about 60 percent of the area to the Taliban’s 40 percent, according to Nazary.

Al Qaeda leader Saif al-Adel has explicitly called for foreign fighters to migrate to Afghanistan and prepare to attack the West. The Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction, a U.S. government watchdog group, said in a July report that though the Taliban have targeted the Islamic State and some other groups, the fundamentalist organization has tolerated the presence of al Qaeda and TTP. 

Terror groups control much—if not all—of Afghanistan’s border, Nazary said. “Al Qaeda didn’t have any presence in northern Afghanistan in 2001,” he said. “Today, al Qaeda has a presence throughout the country, and the other terrorist forces.” The country has become an “open black market” of leftover weapons, many of them American, he added. 

“The Taliban is having the same problem that we did for 20 years,” Livermore said. “You can control the core, you can control the ring road—to an extent. But then once you start looking out from there, particularly in the east and some of that rough terrain, that seems to be where they [the Islamic State] have managed to establish a pretty solid base of operations.” 

Nazary described the relationship between the Taliban and terror groups as “ironclad,” suggesting the group had even provided passports to allow foreign terrorist fighters into the country. The same U.N. report in July said that the Islamic State’s Khorasan branch has facilitators in both Afghanistan and Turkey who can move terrorist fighters into Europe to conduct attacks. 

But some experts are doubtful that the NRF’s message will resonate in Washington. “They are refusing to acknowledge that it’s not 2001 anymore,” said Michael Kugelman, the director of the South Asia Institute at the Wilson Center in Washington. “They don’t recognize that, quite frankly, the U.S. and other Western capitals are not interested in getting dragged into a conflict in Afghanistan. There’s no interest in providing arms or money to anti-Taliban groups.”

U.S. intelligence officials are skeptical—at least publicly—about the extent to which Afghanistan could become a terrorist launching pad. The CIA remains in contact with the Taliban in an effort to stanch terror activities, the agency’s deputy director, David Cohen, said at a conference in Maryland on Wednesday, and he said that U.S. intelligence was able to tip Austrian authorities to an Islamic State threat against a planned Taylor Swift concert in Vienna earlier this month. 

“We have been engaging with them, all throughout this period, in various ways, as they have taken on the effort to combat both al Qaeda and ISIS-K,” Cohen said of the U.S. contact with the Taliban, using a common acronym for the Islamic State’s Khorasan branch. “And so this isn’t a ‘mission accomplished’ sort of thing. But it is worth noting that in Afghanistan today, the dire predictions have not come to pass.”

Kugelman said the NRF is trying to leverage growing U.S. concerns about terrorism risks stemming from Afghanistan and the Taliban’s harsh crackdown on women’s rights and perceived political opponents. But, he said, it doesn’t have the power to challenge the Taliban head-on.

“I do think that the NRF might perhaps overstate the dangers in Afghanistan, particularly when it comes to terrorism risks, in order to make a stronger case for support,” he said. “I’d also argue that at the end of the day, the Taliban really does not face any threat at all to its political survival.”

[gsmattingly]

"The Fall Guy" (2024) Review

Today I went to the Vine Cinema in Livermore to see "The Fall Guy" directed by David Leitch. It stars Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt. I found it to be a very entertaining movie but with a really thin plot, very little character development and it probably won't wind up being considered a great classic. It had lots of stunts in it, lots of explosions, shooting guns, jumping around, fighting and even a love story. It was just a fun, light movie, a celebration of the people who do stunts on movies.

[stockmarketanalysis]

The Complete History of the Stock Market: From Ancient Trades to AI-Powered Investing

The stock market has shaped global economies, created wealth, and triggered financial crises. From its early days in 1602 Amsterdam to modern AI-driven trading, its journey is filled with pivotal moments. In this guide, we’ll explore the evolution of stock markets, major crashes, and key lessons investors can learn.

1. The Origins of Stock Markets: How It All Began

📌 The First Stock Market: Amsterdam, 1602

The world's first formal stock exchange was the Amsterdam Stock Exchange, founded in 1602 by the Dutch East India Company (VOC). This was the first company to issue shares to the public, allowing people to invest in global trade.

Key Features of the Amsterdam Exchange

✅ First official stock certificates ✅ Allowed secondary market trading (buying/selling shares after IPO) ✅ Led to the modern financial markets

📌 Stock Exchanges Spread Across the World

London Stock Exchange (LSE), 1801: Played a crucial role in global trade expansion.

New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), 1792: Started under the Buttonwood Agreement, became the world’s largest exchange.

Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), 1875: Asia’s first stock exchange, started under a Banyan tree in Mumbai.

2. The Rise of Wall Street & Modern Stock Trading

📌 Birth of NYSE: The Backbone of Global Markets

Founded in 1792, the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) quickly became the leading stock market. By the early 1900s, Wall Street emerged as the global financial hub, led by figures like John Pierpont Morgan and Jesse Livermore.

📌 The Indian Stock Market: From BSE to NSE

Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), 1875: Established by Premchand Roychand, it became India’s largest exchange.

National Stock Exchange (NSE), 1992: Introduced electronic trading, reducing manipulation and increasing transparency.

📊 Fact: India’s first stock index, Sensex, was introduced in 1986 and consists of the top 30 companies listed on the BSE.

3. The Biggest Stock Market Crashes & Their Lessons

📌 1929: The Stock Market Crash That Led to the Great Depression

The 1929 Wall Street Crash wiped out billions in wealth, triggering the Great Depression. Over-leverage and speculation were major causes.

📉 Key Data:

Dow Jones fell 89% between 1929-1932

Unemployment in the US surged to 25%

Lesson: Avoid excessive speculation and leverage.

📌 Black Monday (1987): The 22% Drop in a Single Day

On October 19, 1987, stock markets crashed globally, with the Dow Jones falling 22.6% in one day. Computerized trading and portfolio insurance worsened the crash.

Lesson: Algorithmic trading needs proper risk management.

📌 Harshad Mehta Scam (1992): India’s First Major Stock Market Crisis

Using loopholes in the banking system, Harshad Mehta manipulated stock prices, driving the Sensex up 600% in 3 years. When the scam was exposed, the market crashed.

📉 Impact:

Sensex fell 50% in weeks.

Led to the formation of SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) to regulate markets.

Lesson: Strong regulations are crucial for market integrity.

📌 2008 Financial Crisis: A Global Meltdown

The subprime mortgage crisis in the US led to the collapse of Lehman Brothers, triggering a worldwide financial crisis.

📊 Key Stats:

The S&P 500 fell 57% between 2007-2009

Global GDP shrank by 2.1%

📌 COVID-19 Market Crash (2020): A Sudden Shock

In March 2020, the Sensex crashed by 40% due to COVID lockdowns. However, markets recovered quickly, with Nifty 50 hitting all-time highs in 2021.

Lesson: Markets always recover in the long run.

4. How Stock Trading Evolved: From Floor Trading to AI-Powered Investing

📌 From Open Outcry to Electronic Trading

Earlier, traders used open outcry systems, shouting orders on the trading floor. By the 1990s, stock markets moved to electronic trading.

🔹 NASDAQ (1971): First electronic stock exchange. 🔹 NSE India (1992): Introduced electronic trading in India.

📌 Rise of High-Frequency Trading (HFT)

By the 2000s, stock trading became dominated by algorithms. HFT firms use AI & machine learning to execute trades in milliseconds.

Tools like Strike.Money help traders analyze stock trends using real-time data & AI-driven insights.

5. Role of Governments & Regulations in Stock Markets

📌 Key Regulatory Bodies

US: Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

India: Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)

UK: Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)

📌 Key Regulations That Shaped Stock Markets

📜 Securities Act (1933, US): Prevented fraud after the 1929 crash. 📜 SEBI Act (1992, India): Strengthened market regulations after the Harshad Mehta scam.

Fact: The T+1 settlement cycle (introduced in India in 2023) has made stock trading faster and more efficient.

6. Lessons from History: What Investors Can Learn

🔹 1. Market Crashes Are Inevitable but Temporary

Every crash recovers over time. Long-term investors always benefit.

🔹 2. Diversification Is Key

Putting all money in one sector is risky. Always diversify across sectors.

🔹 3. Avoid Speculation & Leverage

History shows that high speculation leads to market crashes.

🔹 4. Follow Market Trends & Economic Indicators

Using tools like Strike.Money can help investors analyze market trends.

7. The Future of Stock Markets: What’s Next?

📌 1. AI & Machine Learning in Stock Trading

AI-powered trading is growing at 40% annually. Hedge funds now use predictive AI models to make trading decisions.

📌 2. Blockchain & Decentralized Finance (DeFi)

Stock markets may soon integrate blockchain for transparent, decentralized trading.

📌 3. Digital Assets & Tokenization

Companies may start issuing stocks as digital tokens, making stock ownership more accessible.

Conclusion: How Stock Market History Shapes Modern Trading

The history of stock markets is filled with booms, crashes, and innovations. Learning from past crises helps investors make informed decisions.

🔹 Stock trading has evolved from Amsterdam (1602) to AI-powered systems (2024). 🔹 Crashes like 1929, 2008, and 2020 taught us risk management is crucial. 🔹 With AI, blockchain, and algorithmic trading, stock markets will keep evolving.

If you’re an investor, use tools like Strike.Money for real-time market insights and better decision-making. 🚀

What’s your take on the stock market’s future? Let us know in the comments!

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