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a day ago
- Science
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Tellus Science Museum astronomer discusses meteorite landing in metro Atlanta
An afternoon surprise landing of a meteorite in the metro Atlanta caused a buzz across the region. To learn more about the possible space rock that flared through the sky and broke apart, Channel 2's Linda Stouffer spoke to an astronomer from the Tellus Science Museum in Cartersville. Video from the astronomical event shows what looks like a fireball falling trailed by a white tail of smoke. Channel 2 Action News spoke with Karisa Zdanky, an astronomer at the Tellus Science museum, who said the meteorite was probably made of rock and metal, and may even be connected to an unusual meteor shower. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] 'My best assumption is that it is part of the daytime shower called the Beta Taurids. It's not one that is talked about particularly often because it does peak during the day,' Zdanky said, adding that 'it does make sense that a particularly spectacular meteor coming in contact would be from that one.' While meteorites can cause damage, it's not usually what happens, mainly due to their size when they make it through the atmosphere. 'Usually they're small enough that they either burn up entirely in the atmosphere or when they land it's just a tiny piece that doesn't really do anything,' Zdanky said. 'But occasionally it is big enough that it can damage property.' RELATED STORIES: 'It was really, really scary': People across metro in shock as fireball falls from the sky 'Fireball' in the sky seen across metro Atlanta What did you see falling through the sky? A meteor or meteorite? That's what may have happened in Henry County, where emergency management officials told Channel 2's Courtney Francisco shared photos online that show the damage one meteorite did when it hit a man's roof. 'A small, maybe quarter-of-an-inch hole that came through where the sheetrock was penetrated,' Henry County Emergency Management Director Ryan Morrison said. 'The resident was in awe of what happened.' Across the metro Atlanta area, residents reported sightings of a fireball and feeling a lot of vibration when the meteor was still in the sky. According to the National Aeronautic and Space Administration, a meteorite is debris from a comet, asteroid or meteoroid that starts off in outer space before landing on Earth. When the debris enters the planet's atmosphere, friction, pressure and chemical interactions make it heat up and radiate energy, which is what forms the fireball. As for the meteorite on Thursday, NASA confirmed to Channel 2 Action News that the meteor was first seen 48 miles above Oxford, Ga. traveling southwest at 30,000 miles per hour, falling around 12:25 p.m. The object disintegrated 27 miles above West Forest, Ga., which the administration said unleased energy equal to roughly 20 tons of TNT, which is what created the booms many in the metro area heard in the afternoon. NASA said the actual asteroidal fragment weighed more than a ton and was three feet wide as it entered the atmosphere. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
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Atlanta homeowner says he spent $200K on building a house for resale — and then the city knocked a hole in it
An Atlanta property owner says he found part of his home demolished and alleges city workers were responsible, causing extensive damage just as he was planning additional work before he put the property on the market. WSB-TV 2 Atlanta reported that Ronaldo Norman and his brother, who co-own a real estate investment company, had spent about $200,000 building a home in Southwest Atlanta. But when Norman arrived at the site in May, he says he found a large hole in the side of the house and bulldozers on the property. "I saw demo bulldozers and a big hole in the side of the property," Norman said to Channel 2 investigative reporter Ashli Lincoln. According to Norman, the damage was caused by city workers — but so far, Atlanta officials haven't publicly commented on the incident. Here's what Norman says happened, and what legal options property owners may have in similar situations. I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 6 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don't have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here's how Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey says this 7-step plan 'works every single time' to kill debt, get rich in America — and that 'anyone' can do it Norman says he arrived at the site to find demolition equipment and a gaping hole in one of the walls. "Just think about it, come pulling up to your property, and you see a big hole in the wall, and no one can give me an explanation as to why," Norman complained. Norman alleges city workers took action because they thought his permit had expired. "May 22, the day after they expired, they came out here and put a hole in my property," Norman told reporters. He maintains the property was still in compliance, claiming he had filed for and received a six-month permit extension before the incident. Whether a home is under renovation or fully built, city governments must follow a legal process before demolishing a structure. Generally, a property owner would receive notice along with time to rectify any issues. Norman says he never received any such notice. City official's only response, he claims, has been to advise him to seek legal counsel. "This right here is a major setback because now we may have foundation issues," Norman said. Read more: You don't have to be a millionaire to gain access to . In fact, you can get started with as little as $10 — here's how While rare, incidents like this show how important it is for property owners to protect their investments and to act quickly if something goes wrong. With no answers from Atlanta officials, the Normans may have to pursue legal action to recoup their losses. Here's what that process could look like — and what other homeowners should know if they ever find themselves in a similar situation. Consult a lawyer Because of a legal concept called sovereign immunity, suing a city can be complicated, but Georgia law does allow homeowners to file claims for damages, as long as they follow the right process. File a notice of claim This is a formal document notifying the city that you intend to pursue compensation. The time for doing so varies by State and Municipality and can be relatively short; your local lawyer should know this. Missing this deadline could prevent your case from moving forward. Collect all documentation This includes: Building permits and extension filings Photos or videos showing the damage Invoices and receipts for materials and labor Emails or letters from city agencies Any inspection reports or code violation notices (or proof that none were issued) Request records from the city Filing an Open Records Request may reveal internal miscommunications or mistaken permit data that triggered the demolition. Get a damage assessment A structural engineer or contractor can help assess whether foundational damage occurred and provide estimates to use in a claim. This tiny hot Costco item has skyrocketed 74% in price in under 2 years — but now the retail giant is restricting purchases. Here's how to buy the coveted asset in bulk Robert Kiyosaki warns of a 'Greater Depression' coming to the US — with millions of Americans going poor. But he says these 2 'easy-money' assets will bring in 'great wealth'. How to get in now Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they're banking on instead Here are 5 'must have' items that Americans (almost) always overpay for — and very quickly regret. How many are hurting you? Stay in the know. Join 200,000+ readers and get the best of Moneywise sent straight to your inbox every week for free. This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
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Shaq, Atlanta Falcons legends host girls flag football tournament
For the fourth year in a row, Shaquille O'Neal is partnering with the Henry County Sheriff's Office to hold a summer camp for kids. Channel 2's Lori Wilson found out the highlight of this year's camp in Henry County is an all-girls high school flag football tournament. Advertisement [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] This week, 24 girls from local high schools are taking part in an all-girls flag football tournament. 'We're out here to make a statement,' participant Zoey Moriarty said. The tournament is part of the Sports Spectacular summer camp in Henry County, put on by NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal and the Henry County Sheriff's Office. 'People call it giving back, I'm just doing what my mom told me to do, ' O'Neal said. 'We are all about education here and try to teach younger people that there are levels to everything,' Henry County Sheriff Reginald Scandrett said. Advertisement TRENDING STORIES: O'Neal invited his buddies, Atlanta Falcons legends Julio Jones, Harry Douglas and Roddy White. They will all mentor the students. 'A lot of these girls are going to have a chance to play at the next level. They're out here competing with each other, having fun. There's gonna be a tournament, so there's got to be a winner, White said. 'Football players wear pads, but out here we have to hit, dip, everything we have to make moves to go gain our touchdowns. We're taking everything deep. We're happy to be out here,' Moriarty said. For a week of camp fun that could pay off. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter] 'I'm gonna get a fast girl from every team. We're gonna have a race and the winner gets some Reebok sponsorship money,' O'Neal said. 'Academically and athletically... we love to see those come in.' It's not just friends and families in the stands but college scouts, too, who could offer scholarships on the spot.
NDTV
20-06-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
"When I Do Tadasana...": When Netanyahu Used Yoga To Link Indian And Israeli Democracy
The world will celebrate International Yoga Day tomorrow, with events planned across India and 190 other countries. More than 2,000 events will be hosted at 1,300 locations, covering multiple cities. In 2014, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took the initiative during his address at the UN General Assembly, and the global body recognised June 21 as International Yoga Day. Ahead of the celebration, a statement from Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu is going viral, where he told Prime Minister Modi, during the latter's state visit to Israel, that he is inspired by Prime Minister Modi's enthusiasm for Yoga and cited yogic asanas to link the democracies. Prime Minister Modi went to Israel in 2017 on a state visit, marking 25 years of Indo-Israel Strategic Partnership. During a joint statement, Mr Netanyahu said, "I have to confess that I have been inspired by Modi's enthusiasm for Yoga," adding that Prime Minister Modi advised him to start at a lower level. "I am starting at a lower level. When I do a relaxing Tada-asana in the morning and I turn my head to the right, India is the first democracy I see, and when Modi does a relaxing Vasisthasana and he turns left, Israel is the first democracy he can see. So in fact we have India and Israel, two sister democracies," Mr Netanyahu said. Times of Israel quoted Prime Minister Modi as saying during his interview with Israel's Channel 2, "Modi was asked at one point if he would invite Netanyahu to join him in a yoga session. The prime minister laughed and noted that many Israelis appreciated the ancient Indian discipline." When his interviewer suggested Yoga could help solve the Middle East's problems, Prime Minister Modi laughed and said, "That would delight me." Yoga Day 2025 The theme for IDY 2025 is 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health'. This theme echoes a vital truth about the interconnectedness of health, sustainability, and the environment, aligning with India's "One Earth, One Family, One Future" vision highlighted during its G20 presidency, the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), the cultural arm of the Ministry of External Affairs underlined. In Delhi, yoga events will be led by these foreign yoga gurus at Jantar Mantar, Qutub Minar, Purana Quila and Humayun's Tomb, while similar 'Yoga Bandhan' programmes will be organised at iconic locations in Lucknow, Ayodhya, Varanasi, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bhopal, Gwalior and other cities.
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Politics
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‘No Kings' protests expected to draw thousands across north Georgia on Saturday
Thousands of people are expected to participate in protests across north Georgia on Saturday. Organizers are planning nearly two dozen protests all across metro Atlanta and north Georgia as part of the nationwide 'No Kings' demonstrations against President Donald Trump and his policies. More than 5,000 people are expected to crowd into Liberty Plaza at the Georgia State Capitol as part of the demonstration. Channel 2 Action News will bring you LIVE coverage throughout the day on Channel 2 and on the free WSB-TV News App. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Organizers told Channel 2's Richard Elliot that they've actually been working with state and local law enforcement to make sure everything goes off peacefully. 'Because we have gotten the other permits and we're working with Atlanta police as well as Capitol police, we do want to respect and show that First Amendment rights look different to everyone,' Laura Judge of Indivisible North Metro Atlanta said. State Attorney General Chris Carr warns that if outside agitators come in and spark violence, his office will prosecute under the state's domestic terrorism statute. 'I will defend your right to peacefully protest, but again, if you are going to go after, light buildings on fire, or shoot police officers, or loot buildings, nope, we're not going to stand for it,' Carr said. Channel 2 Action News has confirmed the following protests are scheduled to take place on Saturday: U.S. 41 & East Main Street 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Capitol Ave. SW 10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 311 Newnan Street 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Douglas County Courthouse on Hospital Drive 10 a.m. The Griffin Auditorium - 234 E. Taylor Street 10 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. South Court Square 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Courthouse Square 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 1670 Clairmont Road 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Tucker Recreation Center 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. McDonough City Hall - 136 Keys Ferry Street 12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m. 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 3650 Peachtree Parkway in Suwanee 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Johnson Ferry Road and Roswell Road 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Marietta Pizza Company - 3 Whitlock Ave. SW 2 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Suwanee Town Center - 330 Town Center Ave. 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Old Fayette County Courthouse - 204 Glynn Street 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Gainesville Square 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Hwy. 92 and Jimmy Lee Smith Hwy. 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. College Square 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
