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Industrial Open Frame Touchscreen Monitor Market Outlook and Future Projections for 2030Thousands of Syrians celebrate in central Damascus during first Friday prayers since Assad's fall DAMASCUS (AP) — Thousands of Syrians have celebrated in Umayyad Square, the largest in Damascus, after the first Muslim Friday prayers following the ouster of President Bashar Assad. The leader of the insurgency that toppled Assad, Ahmad al-Sharaa, appeared in a video message in which he congratulated “the great Syrian people for the victory of the blessed revolution.” Meanwhile, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in the Turkish capital of Ankara that there was “broad agreement” between Turkey and the United States on what they would like to see in Syria. The top U.S. diplomat also called for an “inclusive and non-sectarian" interim government. American released from Syrian prison is flown out of the country, a US official says WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. military has transported an American who was imprisoned in Syria for seven months out of the country. That's according to a U.S. official, who says Travis Timmerman was flown out on a U.S. military helicopter. Timmerman, 29, told The Associated Press he had gone to Syria on a Christian pilgrimage and was not ill-treated while in Palestine Branch, a notorious detention facility operated by Syrian intelligence. He said he was freed by “the liberators who came into the prison and knocked the door down (of his cell) with a hammer.” Nancy Pelosi hospitalized after she 'sustained an injury' from fall on official trip to Luxembourg WASHINGTON (AP) — Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has been hospitalized after she “sustained an injury” during an official engagement in Luxembourg, according to a spokesman. Pelosi is 84. She was in Europe to mark the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge in World War II. Her spokesman, Ian Krager, did not describe the nature of her injury or give any additional details, but a person familiar with the incident said that Pelosi tripped and fell while at an event with the other members of Congress. The person requested anonymity to discuss the fall because they were not authorized to speak about it publicly. Some in seafood industry see Trump as fishermen's friend, but tariffs could make for pricier fish PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump is likely to bring big changes to seafood, one of the oldest sectors of the U.S. economy. Some in the industry believe the returning president will be more responsive to its needs. Economic analysts paint a more complicated picture, as they fear Trump’s pending trade hostilities with major trading partners Canada and China could make an already pricy kind of protein more expensive. Conservationists also fear Trump’s emphasis on deregulation could jeopardize fish stocks already in peril. But many in the commercial fishing and seafood processing industries said they expect Trump to allow fishing in protected areas and crack down on offshore wind expansion. Russia targets Ukrainian infrastructure with a massive attack by cruise missiles and drones KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia has launched a massive aerial attack against Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia fired 93 cruise and ballistic missiles and almost 200 drones in Friday's bombardments. He says it is one of the heaviest bombardments of the country’s energy sector since Russia’s full-scale invasion almost three years ago. He says Ukrainian defenses shot down 81 missiles, including 11 cruise missiles that were intercepted by F-16 warplanes provided by Western allies earlier this year. Zelenskyy renewed his plea for international unity against Russian President Vladimir Putin. But uncertainty surrounds how the war might unfold next year. President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to end the war and has thrown into doubt whether vital U.S. military support for Kyiv will continue. Veteran Daniel Penny, acquitted in NYC subway chokehold, will join Trump's suite at football game FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — A military veteran who choked an agitated New York subway rider and was acquitted of homicide this week has been invited by Vice President-elect JD Vance to join Donald Trump’s suite at the Army-Navy football game on Saturday. Daniel Penny was cleared of criminally negligent homicide in Jordan Neely’s 2023 death. A more serious manslaughter charge was dismissed last week. Vance served in the Marine Corps and had commented on the acquittal earlier this week. He said that “justice was done in this case” and Penny should never have been prosecuted. New Jersey governor wants more federal resources for probe into drone sightings TOMS RIVER, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has asked the Biden administration to put more resources into the ongoing investigation of mysterious drone sightings being reported in the state and other parts of the region. Murphy, a Democrat, made the request in a letter Thursday, noting that state and local law enforcement remain “hamstrung” by existing laws and policies in their efforts to successfully counteract any nefarious drone activity. Murphy and other officials say there is no evidence that the drones pose a national security or a public safety threat. A state lawmaker says up to 180 aircraft have been reported to authorities since Nov. 18. About 3 in 10 are highly confident in Trump on Cabinet, spending or military oversight: AP-NORC poll WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans may have elected Donald Trump to a second term in November, but that doesn’t mean they have high confidence in his ability to choose well-qualified people for his Cabinet or effectively manage government spending, the military and the White House. That's according to a new poll from the AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. About half of U.S. adults are “not at all confident” in Trump’s ability to appoint well-qualified people for high-level government positions. Only about 3 in 10 are “extremely” or “very” confident that Trump will pick qualified people to serve in his administration. President Macron names centrist ally Bayrou as France's next prime minister PARIS (AP) — French President Emmanuel Macron has named centrist ally François Bayrou as prime minister, after a historic parliamentary vote ousted the previous government last week. The 73-year-old is a crucial partner in Macron’s centrist alliance and has been a well-known figure in French politics for decades. His political experience is seen as key in efforts to restore stability as no single party holds a majority in the National Assembly. Bayrou was recently cleared in a case relating to embezzlement of European Parliament funds. His predecessor resigned last week following a no-confidence vote prompted by budget disputes in the parliament, leaving France without a functioning government. Macron vowed last week to remain in office until his term ends in 2027. Yankees to get closer Devin Williams from Brewers for Nestor Cortes, Caleb Durbin, AP source says NEW YORK (AP) — A person familiar with the trade tells The Associated Press that the New York Yankees have agreed to acquire All-Star closer Devin Williams from the Milwaukee Brewers for left-hander Nestor Cortes and infield prospect Caleb Durbin and cash. A 30-year-old right-hander, Williams is eligible for free agency after the 2025 season. He was diagnosed during spring training with two stress fractures in his back and didn’t make his season debut until July 28.
Broadcom Making Waves in AI Chips In a landscape dominated by Nvidia’s graphics processing units (GPUs), Broadcom is emerging as a formidable contender in custom AI chip manufacturing. As tech giants race to improve their AI processing capabilities, Broadcom’s application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) have attracted significant attention due to their efficiency in handling complex workloads. According to industry estimates, Broadcom holds a commanding position, with approximately 60% of the market share for custom AI chips. This dominance is fueled by significant partnerships with major data-centric companies, presumed to include Alphabet, Meta, and ByteDance. With expectations to boost revenue from $12.2 billion in 2024 to a staggering $60-$90 billion by 2027, Broadcom’s growth trajectory could pose challenges to Nvidia. Nvidia’s Undisputed Leadership and Resilience While Broadcom’s advances are noteworthy, Nvidia continues to hold a substantial grip on the overall AI accelerator market, boasting an estimated 80% to 95% share. Despite Broadcom’s expansion plans, analysts believe Nvidia’s ecosystem of software tools and support will help it maintain a dominant position. As ASICs are costly and require specific deployment environments, many businesses still favor Nvidia’s adaptable GPUs, supported by a comprehensive suite of libraries and pre-trained models. Furthermore, Nvidia is predicted to retain a 75% market share through 2030, signifying robust industry confidence in its offerings. Prospects look promising for Nvidia, with projected earnings growth of 34% annually through fiscal 2027. This sustained growth suggests that both current and potential investors have reason to remain confident in Nvidia’s future. Broadcom’s AI Chip Revolution: Challenges and Opportunities Ahead In the ever-evolving world of artificial intelligence, Broadcom is making significant strides with its custom AI chips, aiming to carve out a niche in a sector largely dominated by Nvidia. As companies strive to enhance their AI processing capabilities, Broadcom’s application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) are attracting increasing interest due to their potential efficiency and performance in handling complex AI workloads. Broadcom’s notable influence in the market, holding an estimated 60% share for custom AI chips, is primarily driven by strategic partnerships with major data-centric companies, believed to include high-profile names like Alphabet, Meta, and ByteDance. This strong foothold is part of a plan that could potentially see revenue skyrocket from $12.2 billion in 2024 to between $60 billion and $90 billion by 2027. Such projections suggest that Broadcom’s expansion could pose substantial competition to Nvidia’s current dominance. Broadcom vs. Nvidia: A Detailed Comparison Despite Broadcom’s promising advances, Nvidia remains a prominent figure in the AI chip industry, holding a commanding share of 80% to 95% in the overall AI accelerator market. Nvidia benefits from an extensive ecosystem of tools and software support, making its GPUs the preferred choice for many businesses due to their versatility compared to the more specialized ASICs. # Pros and Cons of Broadcom’s AI Chips Pros: – Efficiency : Broadcom’s ASICs are tailored for specific applications, offering enhanced efficiency and performance for certain AI tasks. – Strategic Partnerships : Collaborations with major tech companies enhance its market presence and potential revenue growth. Cons: – Environmental Specificity : ASICs often require specific deployment environments, which can limit their broader applicability. – Competitive Market : Competing against a well-established player like Nvidia poses inherent challenges, particularly in software and support ecosystem. Market Predictions and Innovations Analysts predict that Nvidia will maintain a 75% market share through 2030, thanks to its comprehensive suite of libraries, pre-trained models, and robust software ecosystem. Nvidia’s earnings are expected to grow by 34% annually through fiscal 2027, indicating strong investor confidence. Broadcom’s growth hinges on its ability to innovate and further penetrate the AI chip market. As AI technology continues to advance, the demand for more customized processing solutions will likely increase, offering Broadcom the chance to leverage its expertise in application-specific designs. Final Thoughts on AI Chip Market Dynamics While Broadcom’s ascent in the AI chip market is remarkable, Nvidia’s entrenched position and future growth prospects underscore the competitive nature of this industry. Investors in Broadcom have reason to be optimistic, given the company’s financial projections and strategic alliances, yet the overarching dominance of Nvidia cannot be overlooked. For more on AI advancements and market trends, visit Broadcom and Nvidia .As the lengthy bush bash shooting trial resumed this week, the day started with a stunning admission from defence lawyer Ricardo Golec, who represents the accused in this case, 23-year-old Carlos Guerra Guerra. "It is admitted that Carlos Guerra Guerra discharged the firearm that shot and lead to the death of Josue Silva," Golec told the jury. "And that firearm was brought to the scene by Mr. Guerra Guerra's group." After that, the Crown continued with its case, calling up the best friend of Josue Silva to the stand. Logan Marshall told the court he was involved in the loud altercation that took place at the bush bash off of Pack Road in southwest London on July 30 of 2021. He said after a drink was spilled, there was yelling and screaming between a group of young people and he and others wanted them to head out from the large gathering, saying, "The guy was ready to leave but the girl was still yelling saying her brother-in-law was going to come back for us." He said a short while later he was told that people were coming with machetes and weapons and he got frightened, "I rounded up a bunch of people that were with me and went to go hide, we were terrified." He continued, "We were scared. At that point I had a terrible feeling." Marshall said when they came out from hiding, "I was hit in the back of the head with something that felt like metal. I began to run into the forest and I heard a loud bang. My first thought was to run as fast as I could, basically to run for my life." Friends would eventually drive Marshall to hospital so he could get treated for his injury and that’s when he found out that the 18-year-old Silva had died after being shot in the stomach. He testified he was upset, saying, "I punched a sign a few times and tore up my hands after I was told of news of what happened." Days later, Guerra Guerra would be arrested and charged by London police. He has pleaded not guilty to second degree murder and assault with a weapon. Marshall said after the shooting, his friends, including some who were at the bush bash, gathered at his home, saying there was, "A mixture of shock, terrified still and overwhelmed with emotions. Just trying to be there for the people around me, be there for the Silva's." Then while fighting back tears, Marshall recalled the last text he sent Silva after learning he had been hurt that night, "After I found out he was injured, I just said ‘I'm sorry,’ even though I had to run for my life, part of me feels guilty for running away and not being there for him." Later under cross-examination from Golec, it was suggested to the witness that he and his group were challenging the others to fight and Marshall responded, “I did not know there was going to be a fight.” The trial resumes on Tuesday. Shopping Trends The Shopping Trends team is independent of the journalists at CTV News. We may earn a commission when you use our links to shop. Read about us. 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bluebird bio announces 1-for-20 reverse stock split; shares tumbleSportswatch Daily ListingsOlivia Dunne shares behind-the-scenes snaps of her glamorous night out in New York City... but Paul Skenes is still nowhere to be seen READ MORE: Olivia Dunne speaks up after Paul Skenes' 'awkward' celebration By LEOCCIANO CALLAO Published: 22:01, 2 December 2024 | Updated: 22:09, 2 December 2024 e-mail 6 shares View comments Olivia Dunne looked glamorous in pictures from a night out in New York City and posted snaps on her Instagram on Monday. The New Jersey native spent Thanksgiving in her home state and went across the Hudson River to hit the Big Apple for the evening. In her recent post, Dunne shared pictures of her posing in a short black dress in the back of a vehicle. She also posted photos of her with friends hanging out by a fireplace, and a snap of an NYC bagel and box of Tropicana orange juice. The last slide showed Dunne in more comfortable clothing, pouting her lips on the camera. 'Sorry I missed your call,' she captioned. While Dunne enjoyed her time out in Manhattan, her boyfriend Paul Skenes appeared to skip the festivities as he is not seen in any of the pictures. Olivia Dunne posted stunning behind-the-scenes snaps form her night out in New York City Her MLB star boyfriend, Paul Skenes, is not seen in any of the pictures from her recent post Read More Olivia Dunne shares behind-the-scenes of her Thanksgiving... but Paul Skenes is nowhere to be seen The pair seem to have spent the holidays with their respective families, as Skenes was not seen in Dunne's Thanksgiving post from Nov. 29. Dunne posted a photo of herself proudly holding out an oven dish brimming with creamy mac and cheese as she stuck her tongue out and cocked her head to the side. Having gotten her hands messy in the kitchen, the social media sensation added the cheeky caption: 'So what are you bringing to the table?' Proud of her culinary masterpiece, Dunne gave her 5.4 million followers a behind-the-scenes, step-by-step guide, as she also added photos showing her putting it in the oven and posing with ingredients. While Dunne headed back to the East Coast, the Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher was presumably in his hometown - Fullerton, California. Skenes was also not seen in Dunne's Thanksgiving Instagram post from late November Earlier this month, the couple went viral for their contrasting reactions to Skenes being named NL Rookie of the Year. Skenes' crowning moment as the National League's best newcomer took an awkward turn as the Pittsburgh Pirates star did not appear thrilled with his award. On the other hand, Dunne did not hold back her excitement. While fans ridiculed their contrasting reactions, Dunne posted content from Skenes' ROTY announcement on her social media pages, including a TikTok video of their celebration. When one user commented 'Looks like yall had an argument before it was announced,' Dunne explained the reason behind Skenes' demeanor. 'He is just the king of nonchalant,' Dunne responded. Olivia Dunne New Jersey Instagram New York Share or comment on this article: Olivia Dunne shares behind-the-scenes snaps of her glamorous night out in New York City... but Paul Skenes is still nowhere to be seen e-mail 6 shares Add comment
Share a virtual helicopter with fair dinkum Hollywood royalty as the secrets of ancient landscapes are conquered by high-tech drones in Australia's vast, rugged northwest. "It gets under your skin. It's one of the last truly great wildernesses left on Earth," Luke Hemsworth, older brother to Liam and Chris, tells fellow explorers on a virtual flight into the Kimberley region. Isolation has helped to preserve the remote part of Western Australia as a biodiversity hotspot and keeper of deep-time stories. It is home to some of the world's biggest tides, rock formations that date back two billion years, and the world's oldest rock art galleries that have layers of images where artists have returned several thousand years after the first painters. Hemsworth says the area has always had an "inexplicable pull" for him, so when he finished high school in Melbourne he flew to the remote northwest region of Australia to work on a pearl farm and explore. He was also an obvious choice for the latest ground-breaking virtual reality (VR) documentary from award-winning Australian filmmaker Briege Whitehead. "There really is nowhere else like it on the planet," Hemsworth says, as narrator of The Great Kimberley Wilderness by White Spark Pictures. Whitehead says it took four years to create the 35-minute film, the first of a three-film deal with the National Museum of Australia, the Western Australian Museum, Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum and ScreenWest. "There's a lot of innovative technology that's going into it ... for the night-time lapses in particular," she said. A scene where the Milky Way perfectly aligns within Cathedral Gorge, which only happens for three nights of the year, required custom-built equipment they developed with tech giant Canon and local firm Camera Electronic. Otherwise, the cameras used for 360-degree filming look like giant soccer balls, with eight lenses around them to create the sense of immersion. "It is essentially eight cameras in one, to achieve shots like that," Whitehead explained. Nor was there a drone set-up available off the shelf that could carry a 6.5kg, 360-degree camera so they customised that with internationally renowned XM2, which also worked with environmentalist Bob Brown on his recent film The Giants. White Spark Pictures says it is the first in the world to produce high-resolution video that is 360-degree and 3D, with drone shots that are then stabilised using their own technology. "We shoot everything between 8K and 12K, so as VR headsets get better and better, it's already future-proofed," Whitehead said. "We do all our sound mixing at Warner Bros in LA, and this was the first film that we've done Dolby Atmos theatrical VR sound mix - it's a first in the world for this medium, which is also why it sounds so amazing." Working with more than 11 Indigenous communities, Whitehead said creating the sense of presence required a "very fine balance" to be struck in what stories they wanted to tell - to simultaneously avert future foot traffic and welcome people to explore in the right way. The audience can journey to the three-tiered waterfalls in Carr-Boyd Ranges, filmed on Miriuwung Country, and to Oomari (King George Falls), filmed on Balanggarra Country, where a tourist could not go for cultural reasons. Aerial views of the pindan cliffs coastline at Walmadany (James Price Point), filmed on Jabirr Jabirr Country, take virtual explorers to the stunning headland north of Broome that was once a proposed location for a gas terminal. White Spark Pictures' head of operations Benn Ellard said the one thing they wanted people to take away from the film was a sense of belonging. "VR as a medium is a powerful tool for empathy ... by building a connection to country and to have people care for country as if it was their own," he said. 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Only after the police assured the victim’s family members that they wee investigating the case, that the family member of the victims relented.This year, scientists were able to pull back the curtain on mysteries surrounding figures across history, both known and unknown, to reveal more about their unique stories. In some cases, analysis of ancient DNA helped fill knowledge gaps and change preconceived notions. A prime example is how aDNA research is reframing the way people understand the archaeological site of Pompeii, which remains trapped beneath a layer of ash thousands of years after Mount Vesuvius’ eruption in AD 79 doomed the Roman town. Genetic traces collected from the bones of victims showed that what was once considered to be a mother holding her son in their final moments was an unrelated adult male who likely offered comfort to a child before they perished, and they challenged other long-held assumptions. Here are some of the ways science sparked a new understanding of historical figures in 2024, and in some cases, led to more mysteries that have yet to be untangled. The fragmented skull of "Vittrup Man" is on display at Denmark's Vendsyssel Historical Museum. (Stephen Freiheit via CNN Newsource) Unmasking the unknown A detailed analysis of tooth enamel, tartar and bone collagen helped researchers uncover details about “Vittrup Man,” a Stone Age migrant who died violently in a swamp in northwest Denmark about 5,200 years ago. His remains, recovered from a peat bog in Vittrup, Denmark, in 1915, were found alongside a wooden club that was likely used to beat him over the head. But little else was known about him. Using cutting-edge analytical methods, Anders Fischer, project researcher in the department of historical studies at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden, and his colleagues set out to “find the individual behind the bone” and tell the story of the oldest known immigrant in Denmark’s history . Vittrup Man grew up along the Scandinavian coast and belonged to a hunter-gatherer community, enjoying a diet of fish, seals and whales. But his life changed drastically in his late teens when he made the move to Denmark and shifted to a farmer’s diet, eating sheep and goat. He died between the ages of 30 and 40. Vittrup Man may have been killed as a sacrifice, or perhaps he was just in the wrong place at the wrong time. But Fischer found the use of multiple techniques to uncover aspects of his identity gratifying. “In the Vittrup case we meet a genuine first-generation immigrant and can follow his remarkable geographic and dietary transition from northern to southern Scandinavia and from a fisher-hunter-gatherer to a farmer way of life,” he said. Researchers first excavated the remains of a skeletal torso — known as "Well-man" — from a well at a Norwegian castle in 1938. (The Norwegian Directorate for Cultural Heritage via CNN Newsource) Norse saga's 'Well-man' unearthed Separately, researchers were able to connect the identity of a skeleton found in a castle well to a passage from an 800-year-old Norse text . The Sverris saga, which related the story of the real-life King Sverre Sigurdsson, includes a description of an invading army tossing the body of a dead man down a well at Norway’s Sverresborg castle in 1197 in a likely attempt to poison the water supply. A team of scientists recently studied bones uncovered in the castle’s well in 1938. Using radiocarbon dating, the researchers determined that the remains were about 900 years old. Genetic sequencing of tooth samples laid bare that “Well-man” had a medium skin tone, blue eyes, and light brown or blond hair. And in a twist, his genetics couldn’t be traced to the local population. “The biggest surprise for all of us was that the Well-man did not come from the local population, but rather that his ancestry traces back to a specific region in southern Norway. That suggests the sieging army threw one of their own dead into the well,” study coauthor Michael D. Martin, a professor in the department of natural history at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology’s University Museum in Trondheim, said in October. Debunking a 'lost prince' Improvements in molecular genetics over nearly two decades have helped researchers get to the bottom of a longstanding historical puzzle of a so-called “lost prince” who appeared seemingly out of nowhere in mid-19th century Germany. For 200 years, there was speculation that an enigmatic man named Kaspar Hauser was secretly a member of German royalty. When he was found wandering without identification in Nuremberg in May 1828 at the age of 16, Hauser was barely able to communicate with those questioning him. A story about Hauser being a kidnapped prince , taken from the royal family of Baden in what’s now southwest Germany, spread like wildfire. There have been multiple studies of genetic data taken from items that belonged to Hauser, but the conflicting results led to a stalemate with no answers. This year, researchers conducted a new analysis of Hauser’s hair samples and were able to prove that his mitochondrial DNA, or genetic code passed down on the maternal side, did not match the mitochondrial DNA from the Baden family. Disproving the royal hoax may have solved one mystery, but another one has taken its place. Just who was this man? As his tombstone reads, Hauser remains “the riddle of his time.” Locks of Beethoven's hair were studied to uncover new details about the composer's health. (Martin Meissner/AP via CNN Newsource) An ailing, tortured composer Classical composer Ludwig van Beethoven died at 56 in 1827 after a lifetime of ailments including deafness, liver disease and gastrointestinal complaints. The composer expressed his wish that his ailments be studied and shared so “as far as possible at least the world will be reconciled to me after my death.” In May, researchers published a study showing high levels of lead detected in authenticated locks of Beethoven’s hair and suggested the composer had lead poisoning, which may have contributed to his recurring health woes. The findings built on previous revelations after Beethoven’s genome was made publicly available to investigate the complicated nuances of his health. In addition to lead, Beethoven’s locks also contained increased amounts of arsenic and mercury — but how did they get there? The substances were likely from an accumulation of a lifetime diet of fish from the polluted Danube River and plumbed wine, which was sweetened and preserved with lead. The new findings add to a better understanding of the composer as well as the complex, sweeping symphonies he left behind that orchestras still play around the world. “People say, ‘The music is the music, why do we need to know about any of this stuff?’ But in Beethoven’s life, there is a connection between his suffering and the music,” William Meredith, Beethoven scholar and study coauthor, said in May. DNA analysis of human remains found at the site of a church built in 1608 in the colonial settlement of Jamestown, Virginia, suggest the men are kinsmen of the colony’s first governor, Thomas West. (Jamestown Rediscovery Foundation (Preservation Virginia) via CNN Newsource) Colonial secrets and scandals A study of skeletal remains using new DNA analysis techniques shed light on the fate of family members of the first U.S. president, George Washington, in March. Washington’s younger brother Samuel, who died in 1781, and 19 other members of the family were buried in a cemetery at Samuel’s estate near Charles Town, West Virginia. But some of the graves were unmarked, most likely to prevent grave robbing, Courtney L. Cavagnino, a research scientist with the Armed Forces Medical Examiner System’s Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory, told CNN in March. Cavagnino led a team that studied remains excavated from the cemetery in 1999, identifying two of Samuel’s grandsons as well as their mother. The study team carried out the excavations to find Samuel’s final resting place, but the whereabouts of his grave remain a mystery . However, the techniques used in the study could be employed to identify unknown remains of those who have served in the military, going as far back as World War II. Meanwhile, a separate investigation of unmarked graves found at the British settlement of Jamestown, Virginia, revealed a long-hidden scandal within the family of the colony’s first governor, Thomas West. Researchers analyzed DNA from two male skeletons within the graves, and both men were related to West through a shared maternal lineage. One of the men, Capt. William West, was born to West’s spinster aunt, Elizabeth — and illegitimate. Details of West’s birth were deliberately removed from the family’s genealogical records at the time, researchers found, suggesting that the secret of his true parentage is what inspired him to set sail across the Atlantic Ocean and join the colony. Astronomer Johannes Kepler made sketches of sunspots that were published in his 1609 book "Phaenomenon Singulare Seu Mercurius In Sole." (Johannes Kepler via CNN Newsource) Inside the minds (and labs) of famed astronomers Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe is associated with celestial discoveries during the 16th century. But he was also an alchemist devoted to brewing secret medicines for elite clients, such as Rudolf II, the Holy Roman emperor. Renaissance alchemists kept their work covert, and few alchemical recipes have survived to modern times. Although Brahe’s alchemical lab, located beneath his castle residence and observatory Uraniborg, was destroyed after his death, researchers carried out a chemical analysis of glass and pottery shards recovered from the site. The analysis detected elements such as nickel, copper, zinc, tin, mercury, gold, lead and a big surprise: tungsten, which hadn’t even been described at the time . It’s possible that Brahe isolated it from a mineral without realizing it, but the discovery raises new questions about his secretive work. Separately, centuries after German astronomer Johannes Kepler made sketches of sunspots in 1607 from his observations of the sun’s surface, the pioneering drawings helped scientists piece together the history of the sun’s solar cycle. While each cycle of waxing and waning solar activity typically takes about 11 years, there have been times when the sun behaved differently than expected. And Kepler’s long-forgotten drawings , made before the advent of telescopes, were dusted off this year when scientists analyzed them to learn more about the Maunder Minimum, a period of extremely weak and abnormal solar cycles between 1645 and 1715. Kepler’s drawings were made using a camera obscura, a device that utilized a small hole in the wall of the instrument to project the sun’s image on a sheet of paper. His sketches captured sunspots, which helped astronomers determine that the solar cycles were still occurring as expected when Kepler observed them, rather than lasting for abnormally long amounts of time as previously believed. Brahe and Kepler, along with Sir Isaac Newton and Galileo Galilei, were giants who replaced the medieval view of the world with a modern one, said Kaare Lund Rasmussen, lead author of the Brahe study and a professor emeritus in the department of physics, chemistry and pharmacy at the University of Southern Denmark. And this year, both Brahe and Kepler’s centuries-old work have contributed new pieces that help scientists reconstruct the puzzles of the past.
