Jupiter has long been known for its impressive red spot, elegant rings and dozens of moons, but now it turns out the gas giant is even more impressive – it has a whopping 92 moons! Astronomer Scott Sheppard has identified twelve new moons in Jupiter’s orbit, making it the planet with the most moons in our solar system. It’s possible there are even more small moons orbiting the planet, but they remain unseen due to the glare of the huge planet. Read full article here
Culture
The Priest in the Arena
The phrase “man in the arena” has been popularized in recent years, but a lesser known, more dangerous archetype is the “priest in the arena”. This figure is responsible for a process called theocratic capture, where an institution surrenders to a cult demanding unaccountable authority, fueled by claims to privileged knowledge. These cults often target powerful institutions and attempt to monopolize conversations with scaremongering tactics and hostile treatment of allies. It is important to identify and stop theocratic capture before it can gain control. Read full article here
Merv
May 29, 2023
