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Earth's rotation is completed faster than normal on some days. July 22 is one of them
July 22 is reportedly one of the shortest days ever recorded. Before you get worried, the day will only be 1.34 milliseconds less than the standard 24 hours we're used to, according to so it won't be noticeable. This occurrence is said to be part of a trend in Earth's rotational behavior in recent years that scientists are still trying to understand. If this trend continues, a second might need to be subtracted from atomic clocks around 2029 – known as a negative leap second – which has never been done before. Brewery news: Spin-off Wilmington Brew Works location replaces Bellefonte Brewing in Brandywine Hundred The shortest day ever recorded, between 1973 when the atomic clock was invented until 2020, was 1.05 milliseconds less than 24 hours, according to Since 2020, Earth has continued breaking its speed records. The shortest day ever recorded was on July 5, 2024, when Earth's rotation was completed 1.66 milliseconds faster than usual. The rate of decrease in day length appears to be slowing, according to collected data, but the cause of these recent changes in Earth's rotation remains a mystery. July 10 was another day this year when Earth's rotation was completed faster than usual, wrapping up in 1.36 milliseconds shy of 24 hours. Aug. 5 is another day predicted to join this phenomenon, clocking in at 1.25 milliseconds shorter than usual. Why is this happening? The speed of Earth's rotation used to be much shorter than the 24-hour days we're now used to. A 2023 study showed that a day on Earth was approximately 19 hours long for a significant part of Earth's early history, due to a balance between solar atmospheric tides and lunar ocean tides. As tidal friction from the moon has caused it to move away from the Earth gradually, the moon takes some of Earth's rotational energy, causing its rotation to slow and days to lengthen, according to So it's not exactly unheard of for the length of days to fluctuate. As for why slightly shorter days have appeared recently, experts are still trying to determine the reason. Melting polar ice and rising sea levels could be influencing Earth's spin, according to a 2024 study, but rather than being the cause of the acceleration, the redistribution of mass may be moderating it. Other scientists think the culprit is the slowing of Earth's liquid core, which could be redistributing angular momentum in a way that results in the mantle and crust spinning slightly faster. Take a bite: Here's what we ate at the 2025 Delaware State Fair An expert who spoke with predicts Earth's rotation could soon decelerate again, meaning the recent speeding-up could be a temporary fluke in the planet's long-term trend toward slower rotation and longer days. Got a tip or a story idea? Contact Krys'tal Griffin at kgriffin@ This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Why July 22 will not be a normal 24-hour day, what thi smeans Solve the daily Crossword
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09-07-2025
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Avelo Airlines extends 14 flight paths out of Wilmington airport through February 2026.
Avelo Airlines is extending its flight schedule through early 2026. Here's what we know. Avelo announced on July 9 that it is extending its flight schedule at Wilmington Airport (ILG) through mid-February 2026. This means Avelo passengers can now book travel to the following 14 destinations through Feb. 10, 2026: Daytona Beach, Florida (DAB) Fort Lauderdale, Florida (FLL) Fort Myers, Florida (RSW) Jacksonville, Florida (JAX) Orlando, Florida (MCO) Orlando/Lakeland, Florida (LAL) Tampa, Florida (TPA) West Palm Beach, Florida (PBI) Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (MYR) Nashville, Tennessee (BNA) Raleigh/Durham, North Carolina (RDU) San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU) Sarasota/Bradenton, Florida (SRQ) Wilmington, North Carolina (ILM) Catch up: Nurses at Beebe Healthcare claim hostile work environment, discrimination in state filings Since April 28, 2021, Avelo has flown more than 7.4 million customers on nearly 60,000 flights. The airline serves 53 cities across 21 states and Puerto Rico, along with the three international destinations of Jamaica, Mexico and the Dominican Republic, the company said. Delawareans eager to book their travel out of ILG can make reservations at Got a tip or a story idea? Contact Krys'tal Griffin at kgriffin@ This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Avelo extends 14 routes out of ILG through mid-February 2026. Book now
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08-07-2025
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How to watch the Delta Aquariids, Alpha Capricornids meteor showers this July
The Fourth of July came and went, but that doesn't mean holiday fireworks are the only explosions in the sky this month. July will give stargazers two opportunities to check out meteor showers. Here's what to know if you plan on tuning in. Both the Southern Delta Aquariids – stemming from the constellation Aquarius – and the Alpha Capricornids – stemming from the constellation Capricorn – will appear in the night sky this month, according to the American Meteor Society. The Delta Aquariids produce medium-speed meteors that are faint, while the Alpha Capricornids produce slow-moving bright meteors. The Aquariids will be the grander of the two showers and is believed to be remnants of the comet 96P Machholz. During the shower's peak, viewers could witness 15 to 20 shooting stars each hour. The Capricornids, stemming from the periodic comet 169P/NEAT, will show viewers five shooting stars per hour, according to ICYMI: July's buck moon is coming soon. When to see next full moon, how it got its name The Delta Aquariids meteor shower is active from July 18 to Aug. 12, peaking from July 29 to July 30. They are best seen from the southern tropics. This year's waxing crescent moon setting before the radiant is high in the sky means viewing conditions will be most favorable during the morning hours. The Alpha Capricornids meteor shower is active from July 12 to Aug. 12, peaking from July 29 to July 30. The Capricornids will provide good viewing experiences on either side of the equator and are best viewed during the evening and early at night. The best spot for viewing is a dark area away from city lights with a clear view of the sky. If it's a high-altitude location, that's even better. Make sure you arrive about half an hour before the showers begin to give your eyes time to adjust to the darkness. This allows you to better see fainter meteors, according to Alongside this double spectacle, viewers may also see early activity from the Perseids meteor shower. National spotlight: 'Good Morning America' meteorologist spotlights Delaware lifeguards during July 4 visit Got a tip or a story idea? Contact Krys'tal Griffin atkgriffin@ This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: July meteor showers, Delta Aquariids, Alpha Capricornids, peaking soon
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17-06-2025
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Are banks closed on Juneteenth 2025? What's opened and closed on June 19
If you have the day off on Thursday, June 19, for Juneteenth, you might be wondering if you will be able to cross a few errands off your to-do list. Here's a reminder about which businesses and services will be operational on the holiday in 2025. The U.S. Postal Service closes for 11 federal holidays, including Juneteenth. The Postal Service will not deliver regular packages or mail on the holiday, but some services, like those online, are available every day of the year, according to the Postal Service's website. All of FedEx's services will be open Juneteenth, according to the company. UPS delivery and pickup services will be operational and UPS Store locations will be open on Juneteenth, according to the UPS website. Most banks follow the U.S. Federal Reserve System's holiday schedule, which observes Juneteenth and means banks will be closed on June 19. Most ATMs may still be used for transactions. Trader Joe's will be open during regular hours on Juneteenth. Walmart stores will be open during regular hours on Juneteenth, but it doesn't hurt to check with your nearest location before heading out. Food Lion stores will be open during normal hours on Juneteenth. Costco will be open on Juneteenth, according to the store's website. Juneteenth 2025: Juneteenth meaning and how to celebrate in Delaware Aldi stores will be open on Juneteenth, according to the store's website. Giant Eagle stores, including pharmacies, will be open during regular hours, according to the store's website. Target will be open during regular hours on Juneteenth, according to the company. Delaware's libraries, which are branches of the public government, will be closed on Juneteenth. Delaware courts will not be in session on Juneteenth. Finding fireworks: Where are Delaware, Maryland fireworks for 4th of July 2024? Here's a guide for you Juneteenth is not one of DART's non-service holidays, so bus routes will still be operational on June 19. The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles is closed on Juneteenth, according to its website. This story was updated to correct a typo. Got a tip or a story idea? Contact Krys'tal Griffin at kgriffin@ This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Are banks closed on Juneteenth 2025? What's opened, closed on June 19
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10-06-2025
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Rite Aid closing stores amid bankruptcy filing. Which locations are closing in Delaware?
As Rite Aid continues with store closures after filing for bankruptcy again, more Delaware locations will shut down. Here's what you need to know. Rite Aid announced on May 5 that it had filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy for the second time since October of 2023. The initial announcement noted 47 stores slated for closure, followed by a second wave of 68 stores and a third wave of 95 stores on May 16. Just before Memorial Day, a court filing showed that Rite Aid sought to close an additional 151 locations in 10 states. This is the largest batch of combined closures, bringing the total stores impacted to 361, which is more than a quarter of Rite Aid's collection of 1,277 locations, according to Fast Company. ICYMI: Judge rules in lawsuit over Rehoboth Beach's million-dollar city manager contract The following Rite Aid stores in Delaware were selected for closure during the company's last two waves of announcements: 3004 S. Dupont Highway, Camden 41 Greentree Drive, Dover 40 Georgetown Plaza, Georgetown 400 Peoples Plaza, Glasgow 1120 S. Central Ave., Laurel 677 N. Dupont Blvd., Milford 28511 Dupont Blvd., Millsboro 24892 John J. William Highway, Millsboro 399 New London Road, Newark 501 East Basin Road, New Castle 2034 New Castle Ave., New Castle 18898 Rehoboth Mall Blvd., Rehoboth Beach 900 W. Stein Highway, Seaford 38169 Dupont Blvd., Selbyville 66 E Glenwood Ave., Smyrna 200 Pharmacy Drive, Smyrna 4607 Stanton Ogletown Road, Stanton 1718 Marsh Road, Wilmington 3801 N. Market St., Wilmington Keep the kids active this summer: Planet Fitness summer program allows teens to work out for free. How to sign up 17069 S. Dupont Highway, Harrington (closed January 2024) 1602 Capitol Trail, near Newark (closed January 2024) 263 S. Main St., Newark (closed January 2024) 3209 Kirkwood Highway, near Prices Corner (closed November 2023) 2713 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont (closed November 2023) 25 Chestnut Hill Plaza, near Newark (closed October 2023) 1999 Pulaski Highway (Route 40) in Bear (closed before October 2023) Following the bankruptcy announcement, the company said on its website Monday that Rite Aid Rewards points will no longer be issued for qualifying purchases. All accrued points and BonusCash will expire "per standard terms and conditions available at the company said. Rite Aid will no longer honor gift cards or accept any returns or exchanges beginning June 5. Got a tip or a story idea? Contact Krys'tal Griffin at kgriffin@ This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Rite Aid store closures include these Delaware locations
