Why are male mice afraid of bananas?
Researchers from McGill University have identified a form of chemical signaling in mice to defend their offspring. The researchers found that proximity to pregnant and lactating female mice increased stress hormones in males and even decreased their.....»»
#HaveAWord campaign speaks directly to men and boys about violence against women
A lewd comment here. A catcall there. Violence against women and girls often begins with words.A new campaign from the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, aims to speak directly to men and boys about how they can intervene and act as male allies to tackle v.....»»
Volvo says it isn"t afraid to push ahead
"Everyone said we were stupid, and now everyone is there," Volvo Cars USA CEO said of the brand's early embrace of an all-electric future......»»
Bob Odenkirk"s improvised TED Talk will change how you eat bananas
Bob Odenkirk may be most known and beloved as the star of Better Call Saul and its big brother Breaking Bad, but he began his career in a comedy — as a writer on Saturday Night Live and other late night shows, and later as a performer on The Be.....»»
To Test Cancer Drugs, These Scientists Grew ‘Avatars’ of Tumors
Growing organoids in dishes and xenografts in mice lets scientists recreate a living person’s tumor—and test dozens of drugs against them at the same time......»»
In Mice, a Potential New Treatment Eradicates Ovarian and Colorectal Cancer In Days
An experimental new type of cancer treatment has yielded some impressive results in mice: the eradication of advanced-stage ovarian and colorectal cancer in the animals as little as six days. ScienceAlert reports: The new therapy has only been tested.....»»
Minor arrested in connection with a Georgia dealership shooting
A 16-year-old male was arrested and charged with murder and burglary in connection with the death of dealership security guard......»»
Why Russia Hasn’t Launched Major Cyber Attacks Since the Invasion of Ukraine
In the relatively short and rapidly evolving history of cyber conflict, perhaps nothing has been established with greater certainty and more widely accepted than the idea that Russia has significant cyber capabilities and isn’t afraid to use th.....»»
Potato Farmers Conquer a Devastating Worm - With Paper Made From Bananas
Low-tech approach can quintuple yield and slash need for soil pesticide. An anonymous reader shares a report: Potato cyst nematodes are a clever pest. These microscopic worms wriggle through the soil, homing in the roots of young potato plants and cu.....»»
Gene triggers male sterility in tomato plants
Despite its culinary versatility, the humble tomato isn't known for being mysterious. But there's still plenty to learn: researchers from Japan have discovered the gene underlying male sterility in these plants......»»
Best Newegg deals for March 2022
Newegg is a hotspot for tech deals. We've rounded up the best sales on GPUs, gaming laptops, keyboards, wireless mice, and other great Newegg deals......»»
Ticks survive for 27 years in entomologist"s lab
Food is necessary for survival, but an East African species of ticks adapted to survive without feeding for eight years. Not only did they live for a total of 27 years, but they healthily reproduced long after the last male tick died......»»
What are space-time distortions in Pokémon Legends: Arceus?
We may not be astrophysicists, but we can tell you everything you need to know about space-time distortions in Pokémon Legends: Arceus so you're not afraid......»»
Razer gaming mouse deals drop prices to as low as $35
Best Buy has three great Razer mice with some big discounts, with the cheapest mouse going for just $35, so grab it while you can!.....»»
A microbial compound in the gut leads to anxious behaviors in mice
A Caltech-led team of researchers has discovered that a small-molecule metabolite, produced by bacteria that reside in the mouse gut, can travel to the brain and alter the function of brain cells, leading to increased anxiety in mice. The work helps.....»»
For female yellowthroats, there"s more than one way to spot a winning mate
For female common yellowthroats, beauty isn't just skin—or features—deep. New research provides evidence that large or showy physical features of males attract females because they signal high-quality male genes, such as those linked with robus.....»»
The best wireless mice for 2022
It doesn't matter if you're looking for an ergonomic mouse, a gaming mouse, or a trackball -- our list of the best wireless mice has an option for you......»»
Hemoglobin acts as a chemosensory cue for mother mice to protect pups
Biochemists in Japan were surprised to discover that the molecule hemoglobin in the blood works not only as an oxygen carrier; when blood is spilled as a result of aggression, accident or predator attack, the molecule also acts as a chemosensory sign.....»»
Male elephant seals risk death in order to eat more and grow big enough to win mates
A team of researchers from the University of California, Baylor University and Sonoma State University, has found that male northern elephant seals are willing to risk their lives to eat more so that they will have a greater chance of mating. In thei.....»»
Study in mice shows potential for gene-editing to tackle mitochondrial disorders
Defective mitochondria—the 'batteries' that power the cells of our bodies—could in future be repaired using gene-editing techniques. Scientists at the University of Cambridge have shown that it is possible to modify the mitochondrial genome in li.....»»
To Surprise of No One, 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor is Ridiculous
We didn’t have to wade too deep into 2022 before Ford dropped some goodness on us. Ford dropped the first photos — and plenty of juicy running footage — of the all-new 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor, and as you could probably guess, it’s bananas. An.....»»