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How Insects, Smallest Animals Survive Antarctica
In Antarctica's freezing depths, tiny creatures have mastered survival tactics that could unlock secrets to extreme cold resistance, with implications for science and medicine.
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Deal Of The Day: Mosquito Repellents And Everyday Essentials
With mosquito season stretching longer and bugs making an uninvited comeback, households are on the hunt for effective solutions. From energy-saving vapourisers to dual-action sprays, now is the time to stock up and bite back at the bugs. Explore the deals on mosquito repellents & everyday essentials
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"Big Insects, Moths, Lizards": Revanth Reddy Shares 16-Day Ordeal In Jail
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, hitting out at the Opposition Bharat Rashtra Samithi on Thursday, cited his harrowing ordeal when he was jailed for 16 days by the erstwhile government in 2020.
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America's Butterflies Are Vanishing At An Alarming Rate - Here's Why It Should Concern You
A new study reveals a troubling 22% decline in butterfly populations across the US from 2000 to 2020, signaling the need for immediate conservation efforts to protect these essential pollinators and ecosystems.
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125-Million-Year-Old Scorpion Fossil Discovered in China, Shedding Light on Mesozoic-Era Predators
A 125-million-year-old fossil of Jeholia longchengi, a newly identified scorpion species, has been unearthed in China’s Yixian Formation. Measuring around 10 cm, it is significantly larger than most Mesozoic scorpions. The discovery provides crucial insights into the Early Cretaceous food web, where it likely preyed on insects and small vertebrat...
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Watch: Customer Finds Insects In 'Meat 99' Chicken Ordered From Zepto, Company Responds
A Zepto user allegedly found insects in 'Meat 99' chicken halfway through cooking a chicken curry.
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MIT Develops Tiny Robotic Insect Drones with 100x Longer Flight Time Than Before
A new generation of robotic insects can fly 100 times longer than previous models, making artificial pollination more viable. Researchers improved endurance and agility by refining wing structure, reducing energy use, and incorporating power storage. Future advancements will integrate sensors and navigation systems to optimise their role in agricul...
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Bihar Technical Service Commission Invites Applications For Multiple Posts, Check Details
BTSC Recruitment 2025: The recruitment drive aims to fill 53 vacancies for Insect Collector posts. Candidates must have completed 10+2 (Intermediate) with Science from a recognised board.
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Early Human Ancestors Had Plant-Based Diets, Research Suggests
New research reveals that Australopithecus africanus, an early human ancestor, primarily ate plants. Fossilised tooth analysis suggests meat was not a major part of their diet. This study, published in Science, challenges the idea that early hominins relied on animal protein for cognitive development. Researchers point out the possibility of insect...
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Fossils Reveal Evolution of Early Nervous Systems in Ecdysozoans
A study published in Science Advances has provided groundbreaking insights into the early evolution of nervous systems in ecdysozoans, the group that includes insects and nematodes. Fossils from the Cambrian Kuanchuanpu Formation showed that ancient organisms like Eopriapulites had a single ventral nerve cord, supporting its ancestral role. Researc...
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Ex-US Open Winner Refuses To Treat Insect Bites Due To Doping Fears As Jannik Sinner Case Looms Large
Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek have both faced doping investigations.
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Parasite Manipulates Plant Cells to Attract Insects for Its Transmission
A bacterial parasite influences plant cell behaviour to attract insects and secure its transmission. Research reveals how the SAP54 protein manipulates plant defences, encouraging female insects to choose plants with male leafhoppers. This adaptation ensures the parasite’s life cycle continues by promoting reproduction and feeding in infected pla...
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Velvet Ants Venom Affect Mammals and Insects Differently, Claims New Study
Velvet ants, also known as parasitic wasps, deliver venom that acts differently in mammals and insects. According to a study, specific venom peptides cause pain by targeting distinct neural pathways in each species. Researchers suggest this tailored venom evolved to fend off multiple predators, revealing insights into the adaptive nature of these i...
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How Do Mosquito Repellents Work? Chemistry Expert Explains
The combination of the increase in temperature and plenty of water is ideal for these blood-sucking insects to make their presence felt.
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What Do Insects Do All Winter?
You are standing in a forest in the middle of winter and the temperature has dropped below zero. The ground is covered in snow and the trees and bushes are naked. The insects that normally fly or crawl in warmer weather are nowhere to be seen.
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How Insects, Smallest Animals Survive Antarctica
In Antarctica's freezing depths, tiny creatures have mastered survival tactics that could unlock secrets to extreme cold resistance, with implications for science and medicine.
-
Deal Of The Day: Mosquito Repellents And Everyday Essentials
With mosquito season stretching longer and bugs making an uninvited comeback, households are on the hunt for effective solutions. From energy-saving vapourisers to dual-action sprays, now is the time to stock up and bite back at the bugs. Explore the deals on mosquito repellents & everyday essentials
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"Big Insects, Moths, Lizards": Revanth Reddy Shares 16-Day Ordeal In Jail
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, hitting out at the Opposition Bharat Rashtra Samithi on Thursday, cited his harrowing ordeal when he was jailed for 16 days by the erstwhile government in 2020.
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America's Butterflies Are Vanishing At An Alarming Rate - Here's Why It Should Concern You
A new study reveals a troubling 22% decline in butterfly populations across the US from 2000 to 2020, signaling the need for immediate conservation efforts to protect these essential pollinators and ecosystems.
-
125-Million-Year-Old Scorpion Fossil Discovered in China, Shedding Light on Mesozoic-Era Predators
A 125-million-year-old fossil of Jeholia longchengi, a newly identified scorpion species, has been unearthed in China’s Yixian Formation. Measuring around 10 cm, it is significantly larger than most Mesozoic scorpions. The discovery provides crucial insights into the Early Cretaceous food web, where it likely preyed on insects and small vertebrat...
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Watch: Customer Finds Insects In 'Meat 99' Chicken Ordered From Zepto, Company Responds
A Zepto user allegedly found insects in 'Meat 99' chicken halfway through cooking a chicken curry.
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MIT Develops Tiny Robotic Insect Drones with 100x Longer Flight Time Than Before
A new generation of robotic insects can fly 100 times longer than previous models, making artificial pollination more viable. Researchers improved endurance and agility by refining wing structure, reducing energy use, and incorporating power storage. Future advancements will integrate sensors and navigation systems to optimise their role in agricul...
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Bihar Technical Service Commission Invites Applications For Multiple Posts, Check Details
BTSC Recruitment 2025: The recruitment drive aims to fill 53 vacancies for Insect Collector posts. Candidates must have completed 10+2 (Intermediate) with Science from a recognised board.
-
Early Human Ancestors Had Plant-Based Diets, Research Suggests
New research reveals that Australopithecus africanus, an early human ancestor, primarily ate plants. Fossilised tooth analysis suggests meat was not a major part of their diet. This study, published in Science, challenges the idea that early hominins relied on animal protein for cognitive development. Researchers point out the possibility of insect...
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Fossils Reveal Evolution of Early Nervous Systems in Ecdysozoans
A study published in Science Advances has provided groundbreaking insights into the early evolution of nervous systems in ecdysozoans, the group that includes insects and nematodes. Fossils from the Cambrian Kuanchuanpu Formation showed that ancient organisms like Eopriapulites had a single ventral nerve cord, supporting its ancestral role. Researc...
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Ex-US Open Winner Refuses To Treat Insect Bites Due To Doping Fears As Jannik Sinner Case Looms Large
Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek have both faced doping investigations.
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Parasite Manipulates Plant Cells to Attract Insects for Its Transmission
A bacterial parasite influences plant cell behaviour to attract insects and secure its transmission. Research reveals how the SAP54 protein manipulates plant defences, encouraging female insects to choose plants with male leafhoppers. This adaptation ensures the parasite’s life cycle continues by promoting reproduction and feeding in infected pla...
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Velvet Ants Venom Affect Mammals and Insects Differently, Claims New Study
Velvet ants, also known as parasitic wasps, deliver venom that acts differently in mammals and insects. According to a study, specific venom peptides cause pain by targeting distinct neural pathways in each species. Researchers suggest this tailored venom evolved to fend off multiple predators, revealing insights into the adaptive nature of these i...
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How Do Mosquito Repellents Work? Chemistry Expert Explains
The combination of the increase in temperature and plenty of water is ideal for these blood-sucking insects to make their presence felt.
-
What Do Insects Do All Winter?
You are standing in a forest in the middle of winter and the temperature has dropped below zero. The ground is covered in snow and the trees and bushes are naked. The insects that normally fly or crawl in warmer weather are nowhere to be seen.
