A section of a historic pyramid in Mexico, once used by an ancient tribe for human sacrifices, has collapsed, sparking fears among descendants of the indigenous builders that it may be a "supernatural sign of impending doom."

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The Yácata pyramid, part of the archaeological site of Ihuatzio in Michoacán state, collapsed after heavy rainfall, on July 30, eroded one of its sides. The pyramid, as per The Sun, was originally constructed by ancestors of the Purépecha people, a formidable, bloodthirsty tribe known for defeating the Aztecs.&nbsp;

According to historians, the tribe used the Yácata pyramid to conduct rituals involving human sacrifices to their primary deity, Kurikweri.

The Purépecha tribe, who ruled the region for 400 years before the Spanish conquest in 1519, believed that such natural disasters were ominous signs.&nbsp;

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Tariakuiri Alvarez, a descendant of the tribe, told the publication that the storm could be a harbinger of a significant event.

"For our ancestors, the builders, this was a bad omen that indicated the proximity of an important event."

He linked the collapse to traditional beliefs, recalling how similar occurrences preceded the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors.

"Before the arrival of the conquistadors, something similar happened, which for the Purépecha worldview of that time was because the gods Nana Kuerhaepiri and K'eri Kurikweri were displeased."

The Mexican National Institute for Anthropology and History (INAH) in a statement acknowledged the damage to the pyramid, explaining that it resulted from an unusual combination of extreme weather conditions.&nbsp;

"A collapse occurred in the central part of the southern facade of one of the pyramidal bases of the Ihuatzio Archaeological Zone."

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"This happened because of the heavy rainfall in the basin of Lake Pátzcuaro, with an accumulation above the expected average of precipitation," said the INAH.

"High temperatures, previously recorded in the area, and the consequent drought caused cracks that favoured the filtration of water into the interior of the pre-Hispanic building."

INAH officials have been on site since the early hours of July 30, assessing the damage. Their preliminary findings reveal significant damage to "at least six of the stepped bodies of the so-called South Base, both in its exterior wall of slabs, as well as in its core and retaining wall."

The restoration efforts, as per the statement, will involve a detailed, interdisciplinary approach to ensure that the pyramid is not only repaired but also preserved for the future.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

A section of a historic pyramid in Mexico, once used by an ancient tribe for human sacrifices, has collapsed, sparking fears among descendants of the indigenous builders that it may be a "supernatural sign of impending doom.

A section of a historic pyramid in Mexico, once used by an ancient tribe for human sacrifices, has collapsed, sparking fears among descendants of the indigenous builders that it may be a "supernatural sign of impending doom." Impending doom or something else? The Yácata pyramid, part of the archaeological site of Ihuatzio in Michoacán state, collapsed after heavy rainfall, on July 30, eroded one of its sides. The pyramid, as per The Sun, was originally constructed by ancestors of the Purépecha people, a formidable, bloodthirsty tribe known for defeating the Aztecs. According to historians, the tribe used the Yácata pyramid to conduct rituals involving human sacrifices to their primary deity, Kurikweri. The Purépecha tribe, who ruled the region for 400 years before the Spanish conquest in 1519, believed that such natural disasters were ominous signs. Also read | Joe Biden warns of ‘bloodbath’, calls Donald Trump a ‘genuine danger’ to democracy: ‘Mark my words...’ Tariakuiri Alvarez, a descendant of the tribe, told the publication that the storm could be a harbinger of a significant event. "For our ancestors, the builders, this was a bad omen that indicated the proximity of an important event." He linked the collapse to traditional beliefs, recalling how similar occurrences preceded the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors. "Before the arrival of the conquistadors, something similar happened, which for the Purépecha worldview of that time was because the gods Nana Kuerhaepiri and K'eri Kurikweri were displeased." The Mexican National Institute for Anthropology and History (INAH) in a statement acknowledged the damage to the pyramid, explaining that it resulted from an unusual combination of extreme weather conditions. "A collapse occurred in the central part of the southern facade of one of the pyramidal bases of the Ihuatzio Archaeological Zone." Also read | Watch: China’s ‘pregnant’ cars go viral. Here's why they have never-seen baby bumps "This happened because of the heavy rainfall in the basin of Lake Pátzcuaro, with an accumulation above the expected average of precipitation," said the INAH. "High temperatures, previously recorded in the area, and the consequent drought caused cracks that favoured the filtration of water into the interior of the pre-Hispanic building." INAH officials have been on site since the early hours of July 30, assessing the damage. Their preliminary findings reveal significant damage to "at least six of the stepped bodies of the so-called South Base, both in its exterior wall of slabs, as well as in its core and retaining wall." The restoration efforts, as per the statement, will involve a detailed, interdisciplinary approach to ensure that the pyramid is not only repaired but also preserved for the future. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Supernatural sign’ of impending doom? Mexico pyramid used by bloodthirsty tribe for human sacrifice crumbles

The European Space Agency has decided to crash a failed satellite, known as the European Remote Sensing 2 (ERS-2) satellite, back on Earth. However, the scientists are clueless about where exactly the satellite will fall.&nbsp; 
 
In April 1995, the satellite was launched into low Earth orbit and its mission of observing our planet was finished in September 2011. 
 
The satellite, along with its twin satellite ERS-1, collected valuable data from the land surfaces, oceans, and polar caps of the Earth. 
 
This was also used for monitoring natural disasters like earthquakes or severe flooding in remote parts of the world. 
 
Now, the tentative date and time of the ESA has been revealed, when it thinks the satellite will re-enter.

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Based on the data, the ESA has calculated that the satellite will crash on the Earth at 5:26 pm ET on February 19. The ESA emphasised that the margin of error in the scientists' prediction is little more than 1.5 days – or plus or minus 38 hours. 
 
This is mainly because of the solar activity's unpredictable influence "which affects the density of Earth’s atmosphere and therefore the drag experienced by the satellite," said the space agency.

<h2 lang="en-US">Scientists started process of bringing back satellites in 2011&nbsp;</h2>

According to Live Science, the preparation for the end of ERS-2 started in the summer of 2011 when 66 reorbiting manoeuvres were performed by the ESA on it. 
 
That process was aimed at using the remaining fuel of the satellite and decreasing its average altitude from 488 miles to nearly 356 miles. This helps decrease the satellite's risk of collision with space debris or other satellites. 
 
The process also helps the orbit of the satellite deteriorate fast enough so that it can re-enter the atmosphere of Earth within 15 years.

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As per the ESA, the ERS-2 "was the most sophisticated Earth-observation spacecraft ever developed and launched by Europe." 
 
When the satellite departed from Earth, it weighed only 5,547 pounds and now, without fuel, its weight is nearly 5,057 pounds. 
 
Those manoeuvres "used up the satellite's remaining fuel and lowered its average altitude from 785 km [488 miles] to about 573 km [356 miles] to greatly reduce the risk of collision with other satellites or space debris and to ensure the satellite's orbit would decay fast enough for it to reenter Earth's atmosphere within the next 15 years," said ESA officials, in an FAQ regarding the reentry.

(With inputs from agencies)

The European Space Agency has decided to crash a failed satellite, known as the European Remote Sensing 2 (ERS-2) satellite, back on Earth. However, the scientists are clueless about where exactly the satellite will fall.

The European Space Agency has decided to crash a failed satellite, known as the European Remote Sensing 2 (ERS-2) satellite, back on Earth. However, the scientists are clueless about where exactly the satellite will fall. In April 1995, the satellite was launched into low Earth orbit and its mission of observing our planet was finished in September 2011. The satellite, along with its twin satellite ERS-1, collected valuable data from the land surfaces, oceans, and polar caps of the Earth. This was also used for monitoring natural disasters like earthquakes or severe flooding in remote parts of the world. Now, the tentative date and time of the ESA has been revealed, when it thinks the satellite will re-enter. Also Read: USA's new intel report warns of anti-satellite Russian nuclear weapons in space Based on the data, the ESA has calculated that the satellite will crash on the Earth at 5:26 pm ET on February 19. The ESA emphasised that the margin of error in the scientists' prediction is little more than 1.5 days – or plus or minus 38 hours. This is mainly because of the solar activity's unpredictable influence "which affects the density of Earth’s atmosphere and therefore the drag experienced by the satellite," said the space agency. Scientists started process of bringing back satellites in 2011 According to Live Science, the preparation for the end of ERS-2 started in the summer of 2011 when 66 reorbiting manoeuvres were performed by the ESA on it. That process was aimed at using the remaining fuel of the satellite and decreasing its average altitude from 488 miles to nearly 356 miles. This helps decrease the satellite's risk of collision with space debris or other satellites. The process also helps the orbit of the satellite deteriorate fast enough so that it can re-enter the atmosphere of Earth within 15 years. Watch: India tests high-altitude pseudo-satellite vehicle HAPS | Boost to border surveillance As per the ESA, the ERS-2 "was the most sophisticated Earth-observation spacecraft ever developed and launched by Europe." When the satellite departed from Earth, it weighed only 5,547 pounds and now, without fuel, its weight is nearly 5,057 pounds. Those manoeuvres "used up the satellite's remaining fuel and lowered its average altitude from 785 km [488 miles] to about 573 km [356 miles] to greatly reduce the risk of collision with other satellites or space debris and to ensure the satellite's orbit would decay fast enough for it to reenter Earth's atmosphere within the next 15 years," said ESA officials, in an FAQ regarding the reentry. (With inputs from agencies)

European satellite to crash into Earth in six days. The exact place is eerily a mystery

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