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1 month ago
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It's a history lesson': fossil fish up to 16m years old found perfectly preserved in central NSW

Fossilized fish discovered in New South Wales provide unprecedented insights into their anatomy and behavior from 16 million years ago.
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1 day ago
OMG science

Australia's spiky, shuffling, egg-laying echidna evolved in extremely rare' event, scientists say

Echidnas evolved from a water-dwelling ancestor, transitioning to land, a rare evolutionary event among mammals.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
OMG science

Bizarre Australian mole even more unusual than first thought, new research reveals

Marsupial moles possess unique adaptations similar to bandicoots and bilbies, revealing their evolutionary history and surprises in their genome.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
OMG science

It's a history lesson': fossil fish up to 16m years old found perfectly preserved in central NSW

Fossilized fish discovered in New South Wales provide unprecedented insights into their anatomy and behavior from 16 million years ago.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
OMG science

Australia's spiky, shuffling, egg-laying echidna evolved in extremely rare' event, scientists say

Echidnas evolved from a water-dwelling ancestor, transitioning to land, a rare evolutionary event among mammals.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
OMG science

Bizarre Australian mole even more unusual than first thought, new research reveals

Marsupial moles possess unique adaptations similar to bandicoots and bilbies, revealing their evolutionary history and surprises in their genome.
more#australia
#social-behavior
Beer
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

Evidence Suggests Chimpanzees May Be Social Drinkers

Chimpanzees may drink fermented fruits for social bonding, paralleling human alcohol consumption behaviors.
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago
Mental health

Is Guilt Inevitable?

Guilt evolved to maintain social connections and ensure group survival.
Without guilt, self-awareness and moral growth might struggle.
Healthy guilt can guide personal development rather than just cause pain.
fromNew York Post
3 days ago
Wine

Wild chimps caught on camera for the first time sharing boozy fruit

Chimpanzees in West Africa exhibit social drinking behaviors with fermented fruit, suggesting potential evolutionary links to human alcohol consumption.
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago
Food & drink

Wild chimps indulge in booze-fueled feasts, rare video shows

Wild chimps have been recorded consuming alcohol together, suggesting a social bonding behavior similar to humans.
Beer
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

Evidence Suggests Chimpanzees May Be Social Drinkers

Chimpanzees may drink fermented fruits for social bonding, paralleling human alcohol consumption behaviors.
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago
Mental health

Is Guilt Inevitable?

Guilt evolved to maintain social connections and ensure group survival.
Without guilt, self-awareness and moral growth might struggle.
Healthy guilt can guide personal development rather than just cause pain.
fromNew York Post
3 days ago
Wine

Wild chimps caught on camera for the first time sharing boozy fruit

Chimpanzees in West Africa exhibit social drinking behaviors with fermented fruit, suggesting potential evolutionary links to human alcohol consumption.
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago
Food & drink

Wild chimps indulge in booze-fueled feasts, rare video shows

Wild chimps have been recorded consuming alcohol together, suggesting a social bonding behavior similar to humans.
more#social-behavior
#bonobos
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2 months ago

Bonobos recognize the ignorance of others, a trait once thought to be unique to humans

Bonobos can recognize ignorance in others and cooperate to communicate this, showcasing cognitive abilities previously thought unique to humans.
OMG science
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Bonobo apes aren't just grunting at each other - in fact, their complex 'language' mimics humans, scientists claim

Bonobos can combine vocal sounds to form phrases, challenging the belief that human language is unique.
OMG science
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Bonobos recognize the ignorance of others, a trait once thought to be unique to humans

Bonobos can recognize ignorance in others and cooperate to communicate this, showcasing cognitive abilities previously thought unique to humans.
OMG science
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Bonobo apes aren't just grunting at each other - in fact, their complex 'language' mimics humans, scientists claim

Bonobos can combine vocal sounds to form phrases, challenging the belief that human language is unique.
more#bonobos
#adaptation
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago
OMG science

Rattlesnake venom evolves and adapts to specific prey, study finds

Rattlesnakes are evolving simpler, more focused venoms for specific prey rather than more complex toxins.
fromDefector
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Hell Yeah: This Maggot Has A Face On Its Butt | Defector

Blow fly larvae have evolved a 'termite mask' to live undetected among harvester termites, showcasing fascinating evolutionary adaptation.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago
OMG science

Rattlesnake venom evolves and adapts to specific prey, study finds

Rattlesnakes are evolving simpler, more focused venoms for specific prey rather than more complex toxins.
fromDefector
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Hell Yeah: This Maggot Has A Face On Its Butt | Defector

Blow fly larvae have evolved a 'termite mask' to live undetected among harvester termites, showcasing fascinating evolutionary adaptation.
more#adaptation
#genetics
Science
fromNature
2 months ago

A human gene makes mice squeak differently - did it contribute to language?

NOVA1 gene variant enhances complex vocalizations in mice, hinting at its role in human cognitive abilities and language development.
OMG science
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Life's revolution: From the selfish gene to the collaborative cell

Society operates like an organism, driven by interactions among individuals, influenced by genetic determinants.
The concept of sociobiology suggests that human behavior is inherently linked to genetic survival.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Social Evolution Explains Mental Health Better Than Genes Do

Mental health struggles stem more from social isolation than genetic predispositions.
Modern life's speed and isolation stress our evolved minds.
OMG science
fromNature
2 months ago

Fish gills and human ears share the same genetic blueprint

Human ears and zebrafish gills share a conserved genetic program for tissue development despite their structural differences.
Science
fromNature
2 months ago

A human gene makes mice squeak differently - did it contribute to language?

NOVA1 gene variant enhances complex vocalizations in mice, hinting at its role in human cognitive abilities and language development.
OMG science
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Life's revolution: From the selfish gene to the collaborative cell

Society operates like an organism, driven by interactions among individuals, influenced by genetic determinants.
The concept of sociobiology suggests that human behavior is inherently linked to genetic survival.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Social Evolution Explains Mental Health Better Than Genes Do

Mental health struggles stem more from social isolation than genetic predispositions.
Modern life's speed and isolation stress our evolved minds.
OMG science
fromNature
2 months ago

Fish gills and human ears share the same genetic blueprint

Human ears and zebrafish gills share a conserved genetic program for tissue development despite their structural differences.
more#genetics
#sexual-selection
fromNature
1 month ago
OMG science

Style over substance? What birds' mating behaviours reveal about sexual selection

The mating rituals of the black grouse reveal complex dynamics of sexual selection and the costs associated with male reproductive traits.
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago
OMG science

Finding Beauty in Nature

Matt Ridley's book delves into the extravagant courtship of birds, illustrating how sexual selection shapes their beauty and behavior.
fromNature
1 month ago
OMG science

Style over substance? What birds' mating behaviours reveal about sexual selection

The mating rituals of the black grouse reveal complex dynamics of sexual selection and the costs associated with male reproductive traits.
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago
OMG science

Finding Beauty in Nature

Matt Ridley's book delves into the extravagant courtship of birds, illustrating how sexual selection shapes their beauty and behavior.
more#sexual-selection
fromTasting Table
1 week ago
Food & drink

The Scientific Reason Sour Candy Makes You Salivate - Tasting Table

Sour foods trigger salivation as a protective response against acidity, influenced by evolutionary dietary needs for vitamin C.
Music production
fromVulture
1 week ago

What Happens When Your Biggest Hit Leads to an Existential Crisis?

The Ting Tings transformed their struggles in the music industry into iconic success with their hit, "That's Not My Name."
#extinction
OMG science
fromBig Think
1 week ago

How scientists unearthed the cosmic catastrophe that paved the way for humanity

A catastrophic cosmic impact led to the extinction of dinosaurs, opening the door for mammalian evolution, including humans.
fromDefector
2 months ago
Science

Which Pests Shall Inherit The Earth? | Defector

Rats, raccoons, and gulls may inherit the earth if humans become extinct, due to their intelligence and adaptability.
OMG science
fromBig Think
1 week ago

How scientists unearthed the cosmic catastrophe that paved the way for humanity

A catastrophic cosmic impact led to the extinction of dinosaurs, opening the door for mammalian evolution, including humans.
fromDefector
2 months ago
Science

Which Pests Shall Inherit The Earth? | Defector

Rats, raccoons, and gulls may inherit the earth if humans become extinct, due to their intelligence and adaptability.
more#extinction
fromNature
1 week ago
OMG science

The lunatic is on the grass: Books in brief

Riley Black illustrates the interconnected evolution of plants and animals over billions of years in her latest work.
#biology
OMG science
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

AI simulates 500 million years of evolution to discover artificial fluorescent protein

AI can help uncover alternative evolutionary pathways that nature did not explore, potentially leading to new scientific advancements.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 weeks ago

Why Some Animals Live for Only Days and Others Live for Thousands of Years

Some species exhibit negligible senescence, allowing them to potentially live much longer lives if not hindered by environmental threats.
fromAeon
2 weeks ago
philosophy

A resurrected defence of beanbag genetics | Aeon Essays

Life's complexity showcases interconnectedness from small molecules to large ecosystems, revealing evolutionary patterns.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
OMG science

These Iguanas Got Carried Away and Ended Up in Fiji, 5,000 Miles From Home

Fiji's iguanas may have originated from nonhuman vertebrate rafting across nearly 5,000 miles of ocean.
The study sheds light on evolutionary adaptations allowing reptiles to traverse vast distances.
OMG science
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

AI simulates 500 million years of evolution to discover artificial fluorescent protein

AI can help uncover alternative evolutionary pathways that nature did not explore, potentially leading to new scientific advancements.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 weeks ago

Why Some Animals Live for Only Days and Others Live for Thousands of Years

Some species exhibit negligible senescence, allowing them to potentially live much longer lives if not hindered by environmental threats.
fromAeon
2 weeks ago
philosophy

A resurrected defence of beanbag genetics | Aeon Essays

Life's complexity showcases interconnectedness from small molecules to large ecosystems, revealing evolutionary patterns.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
OMG science

These Iguanas Got Carried Away and Ended Up in Fiji, 5,000 Miles From Home

Fiji's iguanas may have originated from nonhuman vertebrate rafting across nearly 5,000 miles of ocean.
The study sheds light on evolutionary adaptations allowing reptiles to traverse vast distances.
more#biology
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago
Humor

Newly hatched hummingbird looks, acts like a toxic caterpillar

Hummingbird chicks use caterpillar-like behaviors and camouflage for predator avoidance, demonstrating advanced survival tactics.
fromPhilosophynow
3 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Pyotr Kropotkin (1842-1921)

Kropotkin emphasized cooperation over competition as fundamental to evolution and societal harmony.
OMG science
fromMail Online
4 weeks ago

Shocking origins of how the human anus evolved REVEALED

The human anus evolved from a reproductive opening, illustrating a significant evolutionary development in the digestive system.
#mental-health
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Is Mental Illness an Unintended Evolutionary Byproduct?

Mental illness may represent unintended evolutionary byproducts rather than mere dysfunctions, suggesting a need for adaptive and strength-based interventions.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Is Mental Illness an Unintended Evolutionary Byproduct?

Mental illness may represent unintended evolutionary byproducts rather than mere dysfunctions, suggesting a need for adaptive and strength-based interventions.
more#mental-health
NYC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

A Queens Bar Becomes a Beacon for Inspired Mexican American Food

Hellbender restaurant in Queens has transformed from a cocktail bar into a full restaurant within 14 months, highlighting the evolution of its offerings.
#technology
Digital life
fromZDNET
1 month ago

How Cisco, LangChain, and Galileo aim to contain 'a Cambrian explosion of AI agents'

The rapid emergence of AI agents resembles the Cambrian explosion of complex life, raising concerns about managing their evolution.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

AI and the Three Stages of Cognitive Collapse

Cognition may serve as a temporary scaffold in the evolution of intelligence.
Digital life
fromZDNET
1 month ago

How Cisco, LangChain, and Galileo aim to contain 'a Cambrian explosion of AI agents'

The rapid emergence of AI agents resembles the Cambrian explosion of complex life, raising concerns about managing their evolution.
more#technology
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
Miami Marlins

We probably inherited our joints from... a fish

Synovial joints in humans and jawed fish likely evolved from a common ancestor, enhancing mobility and stability.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Iguanas probably floated to Fiji millions of years ago on record-breaking raft journey, scientists say

Iguanas likely reached Fiji by floating on vegetation over a 5,000-mile ocean journey from North America.
#paleontology
OMG science
fromNature
1 month ago

Fossilized dinosaur cells that defied the ravages of time - 20 years since a key discovery

The 2005 discovery of cells in dinosaur bones changed how scientists approach the search for ancient biomolecules.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
OMG science

Plesiosaur Fossils Preserve Both Skin and Scales on Ancient Sea Monster

Researchers have discovered detailed soft tissue characteristics of plesiosaurs, revealing humanlike skin and fishy scales, changing our understanding of their evolution.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
OMG science

The Search for the Original Silly Goose in the Fossil Record

Vegavis iaai represents Earth's oldest known modern bird, potentially reshaping our understanding of avian evolution.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
Science

Saber teeth in predators evolved many times. Did it lead to their extinction?

Saber teeth are optimized for puncturing prey but sacrificed durability, likely contributing to the downfall of saber-toothed predators.
OMG science
fromNature
1 month ago

Fossilized dinosaur cells that defied the ravages of time - 20 years since a key discovery

The 2005 discovery of cells in dinosaur bones changed how scientists approach the search for ancient biomolecules.
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Plesiosaur Fossils Preserve Both Skin and Scales on Ancient Sea Monster

Researchers have discovered detailed soft tissue characteristics of plesiosaurs, revealing humanlike skin and fishy scales, changing our understanding of their evolution.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
OMG science

The Search for the Original Silly Goose in the Fossil Record

Vegavis iaai represents Earth's oldest known modern bird, potentially reshaping our understanding of avian evolution.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
Science

Saber teeth in predators evolved many times. Did it lead to their extinction?

Saber teeth are optimized for puncturing prey but sacrificed durability, likely contributing to the downfall of saber-toothed predators.
more#paleontology
OMG science
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Evolution of Sex: Gender, Mating, and Social Relations

Modern ideas about gender and sexuality are rooted in animal ancestors, revealing the diversity of sexual behaviors in nature.
#psychology
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Can Acting on Impulse Lead to Success?

Impulsivity has evolutionary benefits, aiding survival and decision-making.
It fosters creativity and social engagement but can lead to addiction and poor choices.
Women
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Sex on the Brain: In Memory of Don Symons

The conversation between Symons and Dawkins sparked a significant exploration of human sexual nature differences in their respective works.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Can Acting on Impulse Lead to Success?

Impulsivity has evolutionary benefits, aiding survival and decision-making.
It fosters creativity and social engagement but can lead to addiction and poor choices.
Women
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Sex on the Brain: In Memory of Don Symons

The conversation between Symons and Dawkins sparked a significant exploration of human sexual nature differences in their respective works.
more#psychology
OMG science
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Did the snowball Earth give complex life a boost?

Radical environmental shifts influenced the evolution of life, with nutrient availability playing a crucial role between the Cryogenic period and the emergence of multicellular organisms.
London food
fromianVisits
2 months ago

The London Underground mosquito: A WWII myth debunked by DNA

Culex pipiens form molestus, once thought exclusive to the London Underground, likely originated in the Middle East thousands of years ago.
#anthropology
fromMail Online
3 months ago
OMG science

Scientist reveals the surprising reason why human penises are so big

Humans have relatively large penises compared to other primates due to evolutionary adaptations related to bipedalism.
fromBig Think
2 months ago
OMG science

How early human brains expanded over time

The process of brain size increase in human evolution remains complex and varies by lineage and species.
fromMail Online
3 months ago
OMG science

Scientist reveals the surprising reason why human penises are so big

Humans have relatively large penises compared to other primates due to evolutionary adaptations related to bipedalism.
fromBig Think
2 months ago
OMG science

How early human brains expanded over time

The process of brain size increase in human evolution remains complex and varies by lineage and species.
more#anthropology
OMG science
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Scientists Discover "Zombie" Fungus That Seizes Control of Spiders, Suggest It Be Used for Human Medicine

A novel fungus infects spiders, causing zombie-like behavior and fascinating potential medical applications.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

How Much does a Dog's Breed Affect Its Health and Behavior?

Humans have selectively bred dogs for specialized roles for over 10,000 years, evolving distinct breeds and shifting focus from utility to appearance.
OMG science
fromNature
3 months ago

How flight helped bats become invincible to viruses

Bats possess unique immune adaptations enabling them to resist viral infections with minimal health impact.
#research-findings
OMG science
fromWIRED
3 months ago

Scientists Recreate the Conditions That Sparked Complex Life

Researchers successfully induced endosymbiosis in the lab for the first time, shedding light on this pivotal evolutionary process.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Scientists Finally Make Heads of Giant Stingray Tails

Manta rays and their relatives possess unusually long tails that may serve a sensory purpose, acting like antennae to detect danger.
OMG science
fromWIRED
3 months ago

Scientists Recreate the Conditions That Sparked Complex Life

Researchers successfully induced endosymbiosis in the lab for the first time, shedding light on this pivotal evolutionary process.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Scientists Finally Make Heads of Giant Stingray Tails

Manta rays and their relatives possess unusually long tails that may serve a sensory purpose, acting like antennae to detect danger.
more#research-findings
OMG science
fromBig Think
3 months ago

How a popular model of cosmic life and intelligence got it wrong

Intelligence is rare in the universe according to the Hard Steps Model, but new critiques challenge this notion.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

How Sentience Emerged From the Ancient Mists of Evolution

Consciousness evolved from basic sensing in organisms to complex sentience through neurobiological processes.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Luca is the progenitor of all life on Earth. But its genesis has implications far beyond our planet

Luca, our earliest ancestor, indicates life on Earth began swiftly, suggesting the potential for abundant life elsewhere in the universe.
Writing
fromOpen Culture
3 months ago

Discover the Playful Drawings That Charles Darwin's Children Left on His Manuscripts

Darwin's personal experiences with his children's health influenced his scientific inquiries, especially concerning heredity and inbreeding.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 months ago
OMG science

Plants' Photosynthetic Machinery Functions inside Hamster Cells

Researchers successfully implanted algae-derived chloroplasts into hamster cells, allowing them to convert light into energy for at least two days.
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