Named the cause of death of the Mayan civilization An international group of scientists from the US and the UK found that the ancient Mayan civilization could be lost due to prolonged and severe drought. About it reported in a press release on Science Alert. It is known that in the ninth century ad the Mayans experienced a strong decline, reflected in a rapid decline in the population, the outflow of population from the cities and the destruction of water supply systems. Scientists have proposed several hypotheses explaining the disappearance of civilization a lack of fertile soil and drinking water, an epidemic or the conquest of other peoples of Central America. The researchers analyzed the sediments of lake Chichancanab on the Yucatan Peninsula to determine the climatic conditions during the existence of the Mayan civilization. In the case of prolonged drought the volume of water in the lake would be
Day: August 4, 2018
Saudi Arabia has resumed the transit of oil via the Red sea
Saudi Arabia has resumed the transit of oil via the Red sea Saudi Arabia resumed the transportation of oil through Bab-El-Mandeb, suspended after the attack, Yemeni Huthis on two tankers, according to Reuters. “The decision to resume the supply of oil through the Strait of Bab al-Mandeb was taken after the leadership coalition (leading the fight against rebels in Yemen. — “”) Has taken the necessary measures to protect vessels,” said Minister of energy, industry and mineral resources of Saudi Arabia, Khaled al-Faleh. Yemeni rebels from the movement “Ansar Allah” has attacked Saudi oil tankers in the Red sea on July 25. The tanker received minor injuries, none of the crew was not injured. On 26 July, the transportation of oil through the Strait were suspended. Bab-El-Mandeb Strait (connects the Red sea and Gulf of Aden Arabian sea) is a strategically important route of transportation. According to the U.S. energy
The Russian foreign Ministry took on the work of Steven Seagal
The Russian foreign Ministry took on the work of Steven Seagal Actor Steven Seagal appointed special representative of the foreign Ministry of Russia on the Russian-American cultural ties. This is the official page of the office Facebook. “The goal was to promote the further development of Russian — American relations in the humanitarian sphere, including cooperation in the sphere of culture, art, public and youth exchanges, and so forth,” — says the publication. It is noted that the work in this post Sigal will not receive monetary compensation. During the download an error has occurred.
What game is trump with the project “Arab NATO”?
What game is trump with the project “Arab NATO”? USA is probably working on a project of the Alliance to them a few friendly middle Eastern countries to counter the military expansionism of Iran and terrorism. “Atlantico” – the USA is probably working on a project of the Alliance to them a few friendly middle Eastern countries to counter the military expansionism of Iran and terrorism. It may include Egypt, Jordan, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, UAE and Qatar. In this perspective, the Pentagon is preparing a summit, to be held on 12 and 13 October this year. But whether such an Alliance the chances of success? That could put the project at risk? Jean-Sylvestre Mongrene: Although all these countries are Arab and Sunni, we are talking about a very heterogeneous group. Jordan is closely connected with the Persian Gulf countries and, in particular, gets help from Saudi Arabia and the
Deer “occupied” restaurant in Japan (photo)
Deer “occupied” restaurant in Japan (photo) Japanese Miyajima island for many years attracts tourists not only for its fabulous scenery, but also one peculiarity: the streets are free to walk the herd of deer. Numerous “Bambi” pester passers-by, begging for food and really feel at ease among the modern buildings and transport. 広島ヤクザによるガチの営業妨害ヤバすぎ pic.twitter.com/HaOngUHYgU — 27miya@九月はキューバとトロントとSF (@27_miya_) July 28, 2018 NewsRare female Rhino gave birth in front of zoo visitors The fact that the deer is considered a symbol of the sun and embodiment of the God of longevity. Guard them and protect from all misfortunes. But this concern seems very spoiled animals. Locals and tourists increasingly began to complain about the cheeky four-legged, who have become like street gangs. Especially the reindeer loved one of the restaurants on Miyajima, near the entrance to which they are often collected, closing the entrance and trying to break in. Netizens who witnessed
Arizona had again covered the powerful sandy storm (videos)
Arizona had again covered the powerful sandy storm (videos) Dusty storms clearly “loved” the area. Residents of the us state of Arizona for the second time this month could see a sandstorm that looked like a real Apocalypse. Publication of Jerry Ferguson (@ggfergu) 2 Aug 2018 7:36 PDT During the download an error has occurred. In the network appeared the professional aerial photos and video of a dust cloud, looming inevitably on the city of Phoenix. The locals were in the midst of the storm, was filming around on camera. And we wouldn’t want to be in their place. Publication from News 12 ? (@12newsaz) 2 Aug 2018 7:00 PM PDT During the download an error has occurred. Recall that the previous sandstorm was in Arizona on July 12. The same phenomenon 27 July observed and residents of the city of Golmud in Qinghai province in the North of China.
The presenter taught the audience to discern the lie of the trump in two words
The presenter taught the audience to discern the lie of the trump in two words Leading American evening TV show Jimmy Kimmel Live! Jimmy Kimmel once again mocking the President of the United States Donald trump, catch him in a lie. A fragment of the broadcast available on the channel a talk show on YouTube. Kimmel said that in the second year of the presidency of the volume lies trump doubled. It’s called a lie. It is not misleading, he is lying. And you know how you can determine that he is lying? In these moments he always says that it’s true.Jimmy Kimmeljimmy Immediately after these words, Kimmel applause showed this video with excerpts of press conferences, when trump finished the sentence with the words It’s true (it’s true). The authors of the show managed to find about 30 similar moments when the US President uttered this phrase. During the
More than 10 thousand spectators saw the show, “Aviamix” near Ryazan
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Turkey intends to freeze the accounts of the heads of the Ministry of justice and Ministry of internal Affairs of the USA
Turkey intends to freeze the accounts of the heads of the Ministry of justice and Ministry of internal Affairs of the USA Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has announced that the account of the Minister of justice Jeff and Roman sessions and the Minister of internal Affairs Ryan Zinke will be frozen in response to sanctions against Turkish Ministers. “Today I give an order to my friends. If the American Ministers of justice and internal Affairs have accounts in Turkey then freeze them” — quoted Erdogan television channel A Haber. He added that the US actions relating to the case of pastor Andrew Brunson, “does not meet the level of strategic partnership” and are “serious disrespect”. Washington since August 1, imposed sanctions against the Minister of internal Affairs of Turkey, Suleyman Soylu, and Minister of justice Abdulhamit Gul within the framework of the Magnitsky act. The reason was the refusal
Looks like the sunrise from space
Looks like the sunrise from space The footage on the International space station made astronaut Alexander Gerst. During the download an error has occurred. The ISS rotates around the Earth every 90 minutes. So the day crew can see 16 sunrises.