phenomena

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FRBs are among the most puzzling phenomena in astronomy, but locating where they come from with precision could mark the start of a new phase in research, allowing scientists to better understand their cosmic origins.

From Science Daily • Mar. 15, 2026

Welikala had stumbled upon one of L.A.’s more unlikely cultural phenomena: Public Assembly theater.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026

In January Macleod's eldest daughter captured her first images of the phenomena.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026

While Morocco is no stranger to extreme weather events, scientists say climate change driven by human activity has made phenomena like droughts and floods more frequent and intense.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

In this book on human population movements since the end of the Ice Ages, the Austronesian expansion occupies a central place, as one of the most important phenomena to be explained.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond