pigfarmer
tall, thin, irritable
I think Betty Hill had one of those.
pigfarmer
tall, thin, irritable
Good heavens. A tributary.
Does this mean that remote viewers who claim they saw alien insectoid lords using maglev to build these thing might be wrong ? They wouldn't fabricate utter bullshit for their own purposes would they ? No, or course not that's just silly .......
This Long Lost Waterway May Hold the Secrets to How the Pyramids Were Built - The Debrief
Egypt’s Pyramids have long fascinated archaeologists and the general public. Giant and mysterious, these looming structures beckon us to wonder and speculate about our shared human history. Now, new research published in Communications Earth & Environment is shedding light as to how the pyramids were built, but also why they rest in the middle of a barren desert.
Led by University of North Carolina, Wilmington’s Dr. Eman Ghoneim, she and her team identified a long-lost Nile river branch, named the Ahramat Branch, which seems to have played a crucial role in the construction of Egypt’s largest pyramid field.
This finding not only provides a plausible explanation for the pyramids’ strategic location but also offers insights into the logistical challenges faced by the ancient builders.
The study focuses on the northern Nile Valley, specifically the area between Lisht in the south and the Giza Plateau in the north. This region hosts the largest concentration of pyramids, yet until now, no convincing explanation has been provided for why these monumental structures are clustered along a narrow desert strip.
“Monumental structures, such as pyramids and temples, would logically be built near major waterways to facilitate the transportation of their construction materials and workers,” Ghoneim and her team wrote in their paper. “Yet, no waterway has been found near the largest pyramid field in Egypt, with the Nile River lying several kilometers away.”
The research team used a combination of radar satellite imagery, geophysical data, and deep soil coring to investigate the subsurface structure and sedimentology of the Nile Valley adjacent to these pyramids.
Their findings reveal segments of a major extinct Nile branch, the Ahramat Branch, running at the foothills of the Western Desert Plateau. This branch, which was active during the Old and Middle Kingdoms, the periods in Egypt’s history where pyramid building was prevalent, provided a vital waterway for transporting construction materials and workers to the pyramid sites. The study suggests that many of the pyramids have causeways leading to this branch, terminating in Valley Temples that may have functioned as river harbors.
An image of the course of the Ahramat Branch. Note how it borders several pyramids dating from the Old Kingdom to the Second Intermediate Period, spanning between the Third Dynasty and the Thirteenth Dynasty. (Image: Eman Ghoneim et al.)
“It has been speculated by many scholars that the ancient Egyptians used the Nile River for help transporting construction materials to pyramid building sites, but until now, this ancient Nile branch was not fully uncovered or mapped,” the study states.
“This work can help us better understand the former hydrological setting of this region, which would, in turn, help us learn more about the environmental parameters that may have influenced the decision to build these pyramids in their current locations during the time of Pharaonic Egypt.”
The researchers employed a multi-faceted approach to uncover the Ahramat Branch. Synthetic Aperture Radar imagery and radar high-resolution elevation data were used to detect subtle topographic expressions of the ancient river. These remote sensing techniques allowed the team to trace the course of the Ahramat Branch, which lies between 2.5 and 10.25 kilometers west of the modern Nile River. The branch has a channel depth of 2-8 meters, a length of about 64 kilometers, and a width of 200-700 meters, comparable to the contemporary Nile.
Geophysical surveys, including Ground Penetrating Radar and Electromagnetic Tomography, were conducted along a 1.2-kilometer profile. These surveys revealed a hidden river channel lying 1-1.5 meters below the cultivated Nile floodplain. The geophysical data showed a distinct unconformity, indicating sediments with different textures than the overlying floodplain silt deposits. This evidence was further validated by sediment cores, which confirmed the presence of an ancient riverbed.
Rivers evolve over time, and a little over 11,700 years ago, during the Early Holocene, the Sahara transformed from a hyper-arid desert to a savannah-like environment with large river systems and lake basins. This period saw high Nile River discharge and the presence of several secondary channels branching across the floodplain.
The Great Pyramid of Giza. (Credit: Nina/CC 3.0)
As the climate became more arid in the Late Holocene, the Nile’s discharge decreased, and its floodplain rose in height due to increased sedimentation. This led to the migration of people towards the Nile Valley, which occurred around 6,000 BCE, and the construction of early pyramid complexes along the desert margins. The Ahramat Branch, active during this time, provided a crucial waterway for the transportation of materials and workers, facilitating the construction of the pyramids.
“This waterway would have connected important locations in ancient Egypt, including cities and towns, and therefore, played an important role in the cultural landscape of the region,” the team explains.
The discovery of the Ahramat Branch offers a comprehensive explanation for the logistical feasibility of building the pyramids. Transporting massive limestone and granite blocks, some weighing several tons overland, would have been extremely difficult. The waterway would have provided a natural and efficient route for moving these heavy materials from quarries to the construction sites. This waterway would have also facilitated the movement of workers, ensuring a steady supply of labor.
The pyramids’ proximity to the Ahramat Branch explains why they are concentrated along a narrow desert strip. The availability of a nearby waterway minimized the distance materials and workers needed to be transported, reducing logistical challenges and costs. The study’s evidence of causeways terminating at the river supports the hypothesis that the ancient Egyptians used the Ahramat Branch as a harbor for unloading materials directly at the construction sites.
Moreover, the branch most likely served as a sort of roadway for visitors and for ceremonies.
“In Egyptian pyramid complexes, the valley temples at the end of causeways acted as river harbors. These harbors served as an entry point for the river-borne visitors and ceremonial roads to the pyramid,” the team wrote. “Countless valley temples in Egypt have not yet been found and, therefore, might still be buried beneath the agricultural fields and desert sands along the riverbank of the Ahramat Branch.”
Overall, the team argues that the pyramids were built along this branch, which, like the Nile, followed a fairly regular flooding schedule. Using these patterns, the ancient Egyptians would utilize this water way to access these massive structures. The findings of this study have broader implications for our understanding of ancient Egyptian civilization. The Nile River has always been a lifeline for Egypt, providing sustenance and functioning as the main water corridor for transportation. The discovery of the Ahramat Branch highlights the ingenuity of the ancient Egyptians in utilizing natural resources to overcome the logistical challenges generated by their desire and, let’s be honest, ego to build incredibly massive structures.
By mapping the paleohydrological setting of the Lisht-Giza area, Ghoneim, and her team have perhaps uncovered the mystery that influenced the decision to build the pyramids in their current locations. This research sheds light not only on the construction techniques but also on the broader development of a remarkable ancient civilization.
MJ Banias covers space, security, and technology with The Debrief. You can email him at mj@thedebrief.org or follow him on Twitter @mjbanias.
Does this mean that remote viewers who claim they saw alien insectoid lords using maglev to build these thing might be wrong ? They wouldn't fabricate utter bullshit for their own purposes would they ? No, or course not that's just silly .......
This Long Lost Waterway May Hold the Secrets to How the Pyramids Were Built - The Debrief
THIS LONG LOST WATERWAY MAY HOLD THE SECRETS TO HOW THE PYRAMIDS WERE BUILT
MJ BANIAS·MAY 16, 2024Egypt’s Pyramids have long fascinated archaeologists and the general public. Giant and mysterious, these looming structures beckon us to wonder and speculate about our shared human history. Now, new research published in Communications Earth & Environment is shedding light as to how the pyramids were built, but also why they rest in the middle of a barren desert.
Led by University of North Carolina, Wilmington’s Dr. Eman Ghoneim, she and her team identified a long-lost Nile river branch, named the Ahramat Branch, which seems to have played a crucial role in the construction of Egypt’s largest pyramid field.
This finding not only provides a plausible explanation for the pyramids’ strategic location but also offers insights into the logistical challenges faced by the ancient builders.
The study focuses on the northern Nile Valley, specifically the area between Lisht in the south and the Giza Plateau in the north. This region hosts the largest concentration of pyramids, yet until now, no convincing explanation has been provided for why these monumental structures are clustered along a narrow desert strip.
“Monumental structures, such as pyramids and temples, would logically be built near major waterways to facilitate the transportation of their construction materials and workers,” Ghoneim and her team wrote in their paper. “Yet, no waterway has been found near the largest pyramid field in Egypt, with the Nile River lying several kilometers away.”
The research team used a combination of radar satellite imagery, geophysical data, and deep soil coring to investigate the subsurface structure and sedimentology of the Nile Valley adjacent to these pyramids.
Their findings reveal segments of a major extinct Nile branch, the Ahramat Branch, running at the foothills of the Western Desert Plateau. This branch, which was active during the Old and Middle Kingdoms, the periods in Egypt’s history where pyramid building was prevalent, provided a vital waterway for transporting construction materials and workers to the pyramid sites. The study suggests that many of the pyramids have causeways leading to this branch, terminating in Valley Temples that may have functioned as river harbors.
“It has been speculated by many scholars that the ancient Egyptians used the Nile River for help transporting construction materials to pyramid building sites, but until now, this ancient Nile branch was not fully uncovered or mapped,” the study states.
“This work can help us better understand the former hydrological setting of this region, which would, in turn, help us learn more about the environmental parameters that may have influenced the decision to build these pyramids in their current locations during the time of Pharaonic Egypt.”
The researchers employed a multi-faceted approach to uncover the Ahramat Branch. Synthetic Aperture Radar imagery and radar high-resolution elevation data were used to detect subtle topographic expressions of the ancient river. These remote sensing techniques allowed the team to trace the course of the Ahramat Branch, which lies between 2.5 and 10.25 kilometers west of the modern Nile River. The branch has a channel depth of 2-8 meters, a length of about 64 kilometers, and a width of 200-700 meters, comparable to the contemporary Nile.
Geophysical surveys, including Ground Penetrating Radar and Electromagnetic Tomography, were conducted along a 1.2-kilometer profile. These surveys revealed a hidden river channel lying 1-1.5 meters below the cultivated Nile floodplain. The geophysical data showed a distinct unconformity, indicating sediments with different textures than the overlying floodplain silt deposits. This evidence was further validated by sediment cores, which confirmed the presence of an ancient riverbed.
Rivers evolve over time, and a little over 11,700 years ago, during the Early Holocene, the Sahara transformed from a hyper-arid desert to a savannah-like environment with large river systems and lake basins. This period saw high Nile River discharge and the presence of several secondary channels branching across the floodplain.
As the climate became more arid in the Late Holocene, the Nile’s discharge decreased, and its floodplain rose in height due to increased sedimentation. This led to the migration of people towards the Nile Valley, which occurred around 6,000 BCE, and the construction of early pyramid complexes along the desert margins. The Ahramat Branch, active during this time, provided a crucial waterway for the transportation of materials and workers, facilitating the construction of the pyramids.
“This waterway would have connected important locations in ancient Egypt, including cities and towns, and therefore, played an important role in the cultural landscape of the region,” the team explains.
The discovery of the Ahramat Branch offers a comprehensive explanation for the logistical feasibility of building the pyramids. Transporting massive limestone and granite blocks, some weighing several tons overland, would have been extremely difficult. The waterway would have provided a natural and efficient route for moving these heavy materials from quarries to the construction sites. This waterway would have also facilitated the movement of workers, ensuring a steady supply of labor.
The pyramids’ proximity to the Ahramat Branch explains why they are concentrated along a narrow desert strip. The availability of a nearby waterway minimized the distance materials and workers needed to be transported, reducing logistical challenges and costs. The study’s evidence of causeways terminating at the river supports the hypothesis that the ancient Egyptians used the Ahramat Branch as a harbor for unloading materials directly at the construction sites.
Moreover, the branch most likely served as a sort of roadway for visitors and for ceremonies.
“In Egyptian pyramid complexes, the valley temples at the end of causeways acted as river harbors. These harbors served as an entry point for the river-borne visitors and ceremonial roads to the pyramid,” the team wrote. “Countless valley temples in Egypt have not yet been found and, therefore, might still be buried beneath the agricultural fields and desert sands along the riverbank of the Ahramat Branch.”
Overall, the team argues that the pyramids were built along this branch, which, like the Nile, followed a fairly regular flooding schedule. Using these patterns, the ancient Egyptians would utilize this water way to access these massive structures. The findings of this study have broader implications for our understanding of ancient Egyptian civilization. The Nile River has always been a lifeline for Egypt, providing sustenance and functioning as the main water corridor for transportation. The discovery of the Ahramat Branch highlights the ingenuity of the ancient Egyptians in utilizing natural resources to overcome the logistical challenges generated by their desire and, let’s be honest, ego to build incredibly massive structures.
By mapping the paleohydrological setting of the Lisht-Giza area, Ghoneim, and her team have perhaps uncovered the mystery that influenced the decision to build the pyramids in their current locations. This research sheds light not only on the construction techniques but also on the broader development of a remarkable ancient civilization.
MJ Banias covers space, security, and technology with The Debrief. You can email him at mj@thedebrief.org or follow him on Twitter @mjbanias.
pigfarmer
tall, thin, irritable
Hear the sound after billions of cicadas emerge in the US
Periodical cicadas are unique insects that have a 13-year or a 17-year life cycle, most of which they spend underground. They come to the surface in groups that scientists call broods.
Each brood with its descendants is named in a Roman number. This year, Brood XIX and Brood XIII are emerging together. The last time these particular broods emerged in the same year was two centuries ago in 1803.
The unusual co-emergence has led to high numbers of cicadas in many parts of the US.
This is what they sound like.
Periodical cicadas are unique insects that have a 13-year or a 17-year life cycle, most of which they spend underground. They come to the surface in groups that scientists call broods.
Each brood with its descendants is named in a Roman number. This year, Brood XIX and Brood XIII are emerging together. The last time these particular broods emerged in the same year was two centuries ago in 1803.
The unusual co-emergence has led to high numbers of cicadas in many parts of the US.
This is what they sound like.
Schrammatt777
Adept
Hmmmm wonder if cicada 3301 will post a vid.
pigfarmer
tall, thin, irritable
Napoleon’s one-and-a-half inch long penis last known to be in the possession of NJ urologist’s daughter
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Published May 25, 2024, 2:15 p.m. ET
Here is a short history lesson.
French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte died 203 years ago May 5, but his legendarily petite privates were last known to be in the hands of an Englewood, NJ, resident.
The penis belonged to Evan Lattimer, whose renowned urologist dad beat out stiff competition at a Paris auction in 1977 to buy the organ for $3,000.
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French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte’s legendarily petite privates were last known to be in the hands of an Englewood, NJ, resident.Julie Scarlet Stapen
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French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte died 203 years ago May 5.Getty Images
“He bought it, he never showed it to anyone, he never told anyone. He just took it, put it under the desk and there it was,” she once told Channel 4 in the UK.
Dr. John K. Lattimer, who did extensive research on the Abraham Lincoln and John F. Kennedy assassinations, died in 2007 at age 92.
By
Social Links forDean Balsamini
Published May 25, 2024, 2:15 p.m. ET
Here is a short history lesson.
French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte died 203 years ago May 5, but his legendarily petite privates were last known to be in the hands of an Englewood, NJ, resident.
The penis belonged to Evan Lattimer, whose renowned urologist dad beat out stiff competition at a Paris auction in 1977 to buy the organ for $3,000.
6French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte’s legendarily petite privates were last known to be in the hands of an Englewood, NJ, resident.Julie Scarlet Stapen
6French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte died 203 years ago May 5.Getty Images
“He bought it, he never showed it to anyone, he never told anyone. He just took it, put it under the desk and there it was,” she once told Channel 4 in the UK.
Dr. John K. Lattimer, who did extensive research on the Abraham Lincoln and John F. Kennedy assassinations, died in 2007 at age 92.
nivek
As Above So Below
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_5JN5H6-nQ
Massive Mound of Meat Mysteriously Dumped on Side of Ohio Road
Authorities in Ohio are asking the public for help in solving a messy mystery in the form of a massive mound of meat that some miscreant dumped on the side of a road. The huge pile of putrid food was reportedly discovered earlier this month in the community of Grandview. The mound is particularly mystifying, Joshua Lane of the Washington County Health Department explained, by virtue of the "wide variety of meats" that it contains as the unfortunate individual who first stumbled upon the jaw-dropping deposit identified "pork loins, sausage, bacon, steaks, chicken, and shrimp."Making the case all the more maddening for local officials, the ne'er-do-well who dumped the meat did so at a spot within Wayne National Forest. With the location being federal property, this has left authorities bound by various bureaucratic rules that prevent them from simply scooping up the pile and properly disposing of it. As such, the mound sits rotting away on the side of the road while its removal can be coordinated among the various parties involved in the matter.
Fortunately, residents' concerns that the pile could pose some kind of health risk by being close to a stream, Lane indicated that the meat mound is perfectly safe in that regard, though conceded that its horrifying smell is undoubtedly an unpleasant annoyance to anyone visiting the forest. Considering the enormous amount of food that was dumped, it stands to reason that someone in the community would know how the mound wound up where it is and, as such, cops are calling on the public to share any leads they might have regarding the weird case.
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nivek
As Above So Below
San Diego cop's unbelievable explanation for accidently locking himself in the back of his cruiser with woman who propositioned him for sex - before radioing fellow officer to let him out
Anthony Hair resigned from the from the SDPD after an investigation into the embarrassing incident was launched and just one day before he was to be interviewed by superiors. The newly-released bodycam starts after he arrested the unidentified woman because she was suspected of stealing a car on August 15, 2023. Hair was supposed bring her to police headquarters and then to the Las Colinas Detention Center in Santee but instead he turned his bodycam off and got into the backseat with her after she said 'I'm down to f*** right now.' The footage resumes about 20 minutes later with hair calling a fellow police officer, admitting he'd locked himself into the back of his police car and asking if he had a master key that could open it.(More on the link)
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nivek
As Above So Below
British Man Steals 17 Tubes of Pringles, Tells Cops 'Once You Pop, You Can't Stop'
A man who stole 17 tubes of Pringles from a store in Britain offered a rather amusing explanation for the curious caper in the form of the snack food's iconic slogan. The weird case reportedly began back in April when Adam Spencer embarked on a crime spree wherein he stole from two separate grocery stores and then broke into a different shop three times during the month of May to make off with a variety of items. At some point during the latter series of burglaries, the sticky-fingered ne'er-do-well took a staggering 17 tubes of Pringles home with him.Upon being caught and questioned by police, when the subject turned to the considerable amount of snacks that he had stolen, Spencer simply replied with the long-running Pringles slogan "once you pop, you can't stop." It would seem that cops did not sympathize with his peculiar plight as he was subsequently charged with two counts of burglary and three counts of theft, which he pleaded guilty to last week. Spencer received a fine of around $250 and a suspended prison sentence of six months.
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nivek
As Above So Below
Remote Brazilian tribe are given the internet... and are now obsessed with porn, falling for online scams and hooked on social media
The Marubo people, who for hundreds of years existed in small huts scattered along the Itui River in Brazil, were last year introduced to high speed internet for the first time thanks to Elon Musk's Starlink satellite programme. The 2000-strong community quickly discovered the incredible benefits the newfound technology had to offer. Tribespeople were suddenly able to call for help in the event of an emergency, with medical helicopters able to reach the injured in a matter of hours rather than days. They could also connect instantly with relatives or friends camped dozens of miles further down the river, or even further afield. But shortly after the Marubo people were introduced to the pleasures of the internet, the perils quickly began to reveal themselves..
pigfarmer
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Man named ‘Optimus Prime’ caught driving stolen car: Texas police
Greg Wehner, Fox News
Published June 9, 2024, 8:15 p.m. ET
Austin, Texas law enforcement officials arrested a man with the name of a famous “Autobot” leader last week, after he allegedly stole a vehicle.
The Austin Police Department said in an arrest affidavit obtained by FOX 7 in Austin, that 37-year-old Optimus Prime Blakely was charged with unauthorized use of a motor vehicle.
The affidavit alleges that Blakely was stopped by officers on June 4 after he was seen driving a vehicle on Congress Avenue near Radam Lane, in a vehicle that was reported stolen.
The name “Optimus Prime” was made famous by the 1980s cartoon Transformers, which was later turned into several blockbuster hit movies featuring stars including Mark Wahlberg, Shia LeBeouf, Megan Fox, Bernie Mac, and Jon Voight.
The premise of the movie is that alien robots go into hiding on Earth as vehicles, everyday items or even insects.
As a robot in disguise, Optimus Prime took cover as a red and blue semi-truck.
As for the man with the transformer name, Blakely was taken to police headquarters for processing, then transported to the Travis County Jail where he was held on $8,000 bond.
Man named ‘Optimus Prime’ caught driving stolen car: Texas police
ByGreg Wehner, Fox News
Published June 9, 2024, 8:15 p.m. ET
Austin, Texas law enforcement officials arrested a man with the name of a famous “Autobot” leader last week, after he allegedly stole a vehicle.
The Austin Police Department said in an arrest affidavit obtained by FOX 7 in Austin, that 37-year-old Optimus Prime Blakely was charged with unauthorized use of a motor vehicle.
The affidavit alleges that Blakely was stopped by officers on June 4 after he was seen driving a vehicle on Congress Avenue near Radam Lane, in a vehicle that was reported stolen.
The name “Optimus Prime” was made famous by the 1980s cartoon Transformers, which was later turned into several blockbuster hit movies featuring stars including Mark Wahlberg, Shia LeBeouf, Megan Fox, Bernie Mac, and Jon Voight.
The premise of the movie is that alien robots go into hiding on Earth as vehicles, everyday items or even insects.
As a robot in disguise, Optimus Prime took cover as a red and blue semi-truck.
As for the man with the transformer name, Blakely was taken to police headquarters for processing, then transported to the Travis County Jail where he was held on $8,000 bond.
Rikki
High Priestess
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwmHBxoZF2w&t=2s
this made my day! guy has NO license and was DRIVING while on a court case! go to jail go directly to jail...
Blessed be
Rikki
nivek
As Above So Below
Rikki
High Priestess
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QZjYvC5168
man driving on a suspended license NVER had a license. and had a warrant out for his arrest...
Blessed be
Rikki
J Randall Murphy
Trying To Stay Awake
Okay — so just playing devil's advocate here —
The guy doesn't seem all that "with it" — partially handicapped, and the video shows his license was suspended for "child support" — so tell me how suspending a handicapped person's license for non-payment of child support and sending them to jail is going to help pay that child support?
Maybe ( I'm just saying "maybe" ) if instead of doing that, they were to let him keep driving, see his doctor ( as in the previous video ), and send the resources they spent convicting and incarcerating him to the kids Mom, wouldn't everyone then actually be better off? No clogged courtroom, no plugged jail, Mom and kids get money, and who knows — with the help of his doctor, he might even get well enough to find a job that can help him pay his ongoing child support !
A better solution all 'round it would seem.
Rikki
High Priestess
I agree with your assessment.
This guy was good for a laugh in video one but in part 2 he is a sad pathetic person.
I hope he gets help
Blessed be
Rikki
nivek
As Above So Below
J Randall Murphy
Trying To Stay Awake
I don't know enough about this specific case, but IMO unions are a symptom of bad ( if not corrupt ) management. That doesn't mean that unions themselves can't become equally ( or more ) corrupt, but chances are that if management made their workers feel like valued human beings instead of tools to use and abuse and discard at will, nobody would be motivated to unionize in the first place.
Rikki
High Priestess
Florida McDonald’s worker shoots at drive-thru customer who complained about order
Chassidy Gardner, 22, of Lakeland, was arrested after police officers responded to a reported shooting at the McDonald’s drive-thru
High noon at McD!
Blessed be
Rikki
Rikki
High Priestess
View: https://youtu.be/7mJmuDPdoK4?si=ch-6sPK8rszBdVeC
The story of a woman calling 911 over chicken m nuggets is 100% true..
Blessed be
Rikki