What new comet did the Euclid space telescope discover?
ESA’s Euclid telescope found its first previously unknown comet, C/2026 S1 (Euclid), about 1.3 billion kilometers from Earth.
Can celiacs drink whiskey?
Yes. Pure, distilled whiskey is considered gluten-free even when made from wheat, barley, or rye, but flavored whiskeys and additives can contain hidden gluten.
Did women and children help make China’s Terracotta Army?
Probably yes: a 2026 fingerprint study estimates adult women left about 33% and children under 15 about 22% of prints on sampled Terracotta Army figures, with adult men about 45%.
How many times per second does the brain switch between seen and unseen images?
About 15 times per second: a 2026 macaque study found brain activity rapidly alternates between representing the consciously seen image and the suppressed one, roughly every 60 milliseconds.
Can canned chicken broth go bad?
Yes. Unopened canned chicken broth keeps for years on the shelf, but after opening USDA FSIS says to refrigerate low-acid canned goods and use them within 3 to 4 days.
Is Diwali a school holiday in New York City?
Yes, when it falls on a school day. State law makes Diwali an NYC public school holiday, but in 2026 it falls on Sunday, November 8, so schools will not close on a weekday for it.
What is the first known green star?
The first known green star is the white dwarf WD J1330+6435; sodium from accreted planetary debris absorbs orange and red light, giving it a chartreuse green color, Warwick astronomers reported in October 2026.
Can boys be born with Turner syndrome?
Generally, no. Turner syndrome is diagnosed in girls and women whose cells have one X chromosome with the second sex chromosome missing or altered; a typical boy has an X and a Y.
Do you need 6 months left on your passport to travel?
Often. Some countries, especially in Europe, require a passport valid for at least 6 more months after your travel dates, according to the U.S. State Department. Requirements vary by destination.
What is Slovenia’s last remaining glacier?
Slovenia’s last remaining glacier is Skuta in the Kamnik-Savinja Alps; the Triglav Glacier has melted completely, AP-based reporting found in October 2026.