Colossal Biosciences is making strides in resurrecting extinct animals like the woolly mammoth and dodo, having recently raised $200 million, totaling $435 million in funding since 2021. Supporters see these efforts as innovative conservation methods, while skeptics argue they’re misguided and might not recreate true species. Techniques being explored include cloning, genetic engineering, and selective breeding. Recent successes include creating stem cells for Asian elephants and advancing their de-extinction goals. https://www.accuweather.com/en/weather-news/scientists-say-they-are-close-to-resurrecting-a-lost-species-is-the-age-of-de-extinction-upon-us/1735501

The upcoming week's weather includes light rain and possible thunderstorms on Sunday, with a high of 58°F and a 60% chance of rain. Monday and Tuesday will be partly sunny with highs around 60°F, while Tuesday night may bring showers. Wednesday to Saturday will see clouds, occasional showers, and temperatures ranging from lows in the mid-40s to highs in the mid-60s. Winds will remain light and variable throughout the week, with a few days experiencing southern winds at 5 to 10 mph. https://www.kcra.com/weather

In early March, Orion moves west as Canis Major with Sirius takes center stage. Sirius, the closest naked-eye star after the Sun for mid-northern latitudes, shines brightly. A Venus challenge ensues as its crescent might be visible to those with exceptional vision, a feat once achieved by Edgar Allan Poe. The crescent Moon aligns with Pleiades, Jupiter, and Aldebaran from March 4-5, while on March 6, it reaches its first-quarter phase near Beta Tauri. As daylight-saving time starts on March 9, the Moon continues its journey, pairing closely with Mars by March 8. https://skyandtelescope.org/astronomy-news/observing-news/this-weeks-sky-at-a-glance-february-28-march-9/

From February 23 to March 1, there's a celestial showcase featuring Canopus, Arcturus, and Sirius B. On February 23, look south for Canopus when Murzim is highest. Arcturus rises in the east-northeast around 8 or 9 p.m. on February 24. Attempt to spot Sirius B, a faint white dwarf near Sirius, on February 25 using a telescope. Deep-sky objects are visible during the dark Moon on February 26. By February 28, a crescent Moon joins Venus and Mercury in the sky. On March 1, the constellation Leo rises in the east. Enjoy the celestial views! https://skyandtelescope.org/astronomy-news/observing-news/this-weeks-sky-at-a-glance-february-21-march-2/

Here's a quick weather summary for the week. Expect cloudy skies and highs around 70°F on Sunday and Monday. Tuesday will see sunshine with some clouds, reaching 72°F. Clear skies Tuesday night will dip to 43°F. Wednesday will be mostly sunny, with highs at 72°F, while Thursday starts cloudy and becomes partly cloudy, with a high of 71°F. Friday and Saturday will have intervals of clouds and sun, with highs near 73°F. Expect low temperatures to range from 43°F to 51°F throughout the week, with light and variable winds most days. https://www.kcra.com/weather

Archaeologists recently discovered important artifacts in Luxor, Egypt, related to Queen Hatshepsut, who ruled from 1479 to 1458 BC. They found tools, Hatshepsut's cartouches, and over 1,500 decorated stone blocks from her valley temple.

Hatshepsut became pharaoh while acting as regent for her stepson, Thutmose III. After her death, he restored her temple, showing respect for her legacy.

The excavation also revealed a 17th Dynasty cemetery and the tomb of Djehuty Mes, providing insight into life in ancient Egypt during the Hyksos rule. https://www.ancient-origins.net/news-history-archaeology-ancient-places-africa/hatshepsut-temples-0021825

February brings longer days in the Northern Hemisphere, with New York City gaining 67 minutes of daylight. Miami sees an increase of 37 minutes. Days lengthen, resulting in earlier sunrises and later sunsets. Daylight saving time starts on March 9, 2025, and ends on November 2, 2025. https://www.accuweather.com/en/weather-news/february-to-bring-longer-days-shorter-nights/1740838

From February 16-22, 2025, skywatchers can observe various astronomical events. The waning gibbous Moon will rise with Spica nearby and later occult it for some regions. After dinnertime, Sirius, the brightest star in Canis Major, will be visible, forming a constellation known as the Meat Cleaver. On February 18, viewers with telescopes can locate Luyten's Star, a red dwarf near Procyon. The zodiacal light and star cluster M41 near Sirius are also visible. Algol's brightness will vary on February 19, and several constellations will line up from northeast to south on February 21. https://skyandtelescope.org/astronomy-news/observing-news/this-weeks-sky-at-a-glance-february-14-23/

The weekly weather forecast predicts mostly cloudy skies with some sunny intervals. Temperatures range from highs of 58°F on Sunday to 69°F on Saturday. Winds are generally light and variable, with some northwesterly winds at 5 to 10 mph. Overnight lows range from 40°F to 48°F. Thursday and Friday are expected to be mostly sunny, while the rest of the week will have varying levels of cloudiness with occasional clearer skies at night. https://www.kcra.com/weather

The weather forecast predicts mainly sunny conditions from Saturday to Monday, with highs ranging from 57°F to 59°F and lows between 32°F and 35°F. Winds will be predominantly from the NNW at 5 to 15 mph. From Tuesday onwards, expect mixed clouds and sun, transitioning to cloudy skies with showers likely by Tuesday night. Rain chances increase to 70% on Wednesday night, with considerable cloudiness persisting through Thursday. Temperatures will fluctuate, with highs around 50°F to 54°F and lows between 36°F and 47°F. The weekend will remain partly cloudy with occasional showers. https://www.kcra.com/weather