The Sneaky, Lying Flower That Pretends to Be a Rotting Beetle
Aristolochia microstoma finds love by smelling like death. Coffin flies can’t resist......»»
Examining why plants flower early in a warming world
Scientists have unveiled a new mechanism that plants use to sense temperature. This finding could lead to solutions to counteract some of the deleterious changes in plant growth, flowering and seed production due to climate change. The results are pu.....»»
Apple shares official trailer for ‘Killers of the Flower Moon,’ in theaters October
Apple today released the official trailer for Killers of the Flower Moon, based on the , which tells the true story of a series of murders in the Osage community. The highly-anticipated film adaptation is directed by Martin Scorsese, and stars Leon.....»»
Apple releases full trailer for Scorcese"s "Killers of the Flower Moon"
A two-minute trailer for Apple TV+ movie "Killers of the Flower Moon," has been released ahead of its October 2023 theatrical run.Leonardo DiCaprio in "Killers of the Flower Moon"Following a brief teaser trailer in May 2023, Apple TV+ is now showing.....»»
Leonardo DiCaprio faces dark times in new Killers of the Flower Moon trailer
Martin Scorsese’s new movie reunites with Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro in Apple's new film, Killer of the Flower Moon......»»
Bees are astonishingly good at making decisions—and our computer model explains how that"s possible
A honey bee's life depends on it successfully harvesting nectar from flowers to make honey. Deciding which flower is most likely to offer nectar is incredibly difficult......»»
Honey bees more faithful to their flower patches than bumble bees, new study shows
Honey bees are more faithful to their flower patches than bumble bees when it comes to returning to collect more pollen and nectar, according to a study by U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service scientists......»»
Researchers provide first chromosome-level genome assembly in Murraya plants
Murraya paniculata, commonly known as orange jessamine in the family Rutaceae, is an important ornamental plant in tropical and subtropical regions that is famous for its strong fragrance. As an ornamental plant with strong flower aroma, the floral v.....»»
No more crying over rotting onions? Researchers gain insight into bacteria threatening Vidalia onion production
The Vidalia onion is a trademarked variety of sweet onion that can only be grown in several counties in Georgia by law. These prized vegetables are currently threatened by the bacterial pathogen Pantoea ananatis, which severely damages the plant by r.....»»
Hidden in plain sight: Rare palm species that flowers underground discovered in Borneo
In a new study, researchers at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew and partners have described the only known member of the palm family (Arecaceae) to flower and fruit almost entirely underground. Owing to this unusual characteristic, the scientists have.....»»
Couple develops rare disease after beetles eating their furniture get mites
When your pests have pests, you're in for a bad—and very itchy—time. Enlarge / The common furniture beetle (Anobium punctatum). (credit: Getty | Schellhorn/ullstein bild) A couple in France developed a rare, "almost.....»»
Adapting to climate change: Researchers find natural gene variant that allows barley to flower earlier
A tiny mutation in the genetic material of barley ensures that those plants develop faster and thus flower earlier than established barley varieties. At the same time, plant yields remain the same, a team from Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenber.....»»
DEAL: Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra $400 discount makes this phone a worthy buy even in 2023!
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is enjoying a massive discount, bringing it down to just $799.99. The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is the best Android phone that money can buy at the moment, but if you don’t have that kind of cash lying around.....»»
Japan"s subtropical forests home to a newly discovered beetle species
A new weevil species was discovered in Japan's pristine subtropical forests on Ishigaki Island and Yanbaru National Park in Okinawa......»»
Using social media cherry blossom images and AI to track climate patterns
New research by Monash University experts has tracked Japanese hanami (flower viewing) via social media images, producing an unprecedented map of cherry blossoms across Japan to document their annual bloom and calculate its peak in major cities......»»
Bombardier beetle vs. assassin bug: Mimetic interactions via a shared enemy
Animals can defend themselves against their natural enemies in various ways. Well-defended species often share conspicuous body colors with other well-defended or undefended species, forming mimetic interactions......»»
Orchids" ability to grow on other plants independently evolved multiple times
The most extensive study of the genetic relationships among orchids to date reveals that the flower's ability to grow on other plants evolved independently multiple times. A team of researchers, led by Penn State biologists, compared the sequences of.....»»
Weevils, long-nosed beetles, are unsung heroes of pollination
Butterflies, bees, and even bats are celebrated as pollinators: creatures that travel from flower to flower to feed, and in the process, help fertilize the plants by spreading pollen. But some of nature's most diverse pollinators often go unnoticed,.....»»
How the technology behind ChatGPT could make mind-reading a reality
On a recent Sunday morning, I found myself in a pair of ill-fitting scrubs, lying flat on my back in the claustrophobic confines of an fMRI machine at a research facility in Austin, Texas. "The things I do for television," I thought......»»
Weeds grow at London"s Chelsea Flower Show
Nettles, dandelions, brambles: weeds—once considered a scourge—are taking pride of place at London's Chelsea Flower Show as gardeners concern themselves more than ever with biodiversity and sustainable development......»»
Tim Cook visits Cannes for "Killers of the Flower Moon" debut
Apple CEO Tim Cook has been spotted in Cannes, attending the film festival at the same time the Martin Scorsese film "Killers of the Flower Moon" made its debut.Lily Gladstone and Leonardo DiCaprio in 'Killers of the Flower Moon'Surfacing in a video.....»»