Chimpanzees and bonobos are often thought to reflect two different sides of human nature—the conflict-ready chimpanzee versus the peaceful bonobo—but a new study published in Current Biology shows that, within their own communities, male bonobos are more frequently aggressive than male chimpanzees. For both species, more aggressive males had more mating opportunities.
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From a modern, scientific perspective, the wine Romans drank is often seen as an inconsistent, poorly made and thoroughly unpleasant beverage. It is alleged that Roman winemakers had to mask their products' flaws by adding spices, herbs and other ingredients to the freshly pressed grape juice, which is known as "must."
For Olivia Michel, matzo is the consummate snack. A theater props artisan and social worker who grew up in Harlem, Michel is not Jewish—yet her love of the infamous unleavened bread of Passover is still firmly rooted in nostalgia. During afternoons spent watching TV with her close friend Talia, whose family are Reform Jews, Michel would snack on plain, unsalted matzo spread with peanut butter and honey. “It could be like the week after Passover or something, or any random Wednesday afternoon,...
Antipsychotic drugs may be prescribed for people with dementia who develop aggression and psychosis.
In a world grappling with the escalating effects of climate change, a recent study has spotlighted a stark health crisis.
Politics is bad now. But at least they don’t kill you to protect the president from a solar eclipse
Apprentice star Raj Dhonota, 49, from Kent, revealed contestants are kept in 'prison-like conditions'- saying he didn't learn 'anything about business' on the BBC show.
Telemedicine and remote learning have rapidly become central elements of medical education, offering innovative ways to train the next generation of healthcare professionals. With advances in technology and the necessity for adaptable learning environments, these methods have proved invaluable. They not only facilitate a comprehensive educational experience but also ensure that medical students gain the […]
According to a study conducted by a team of researchers at Columbia University’s Irving Medical Center, exposure to racism is tied to a lower memory score during a person's midlife.
A new study has highlighted how bats can be valuable allies for farmers, by feeding on important agricultural pests. The findings demonstrate that encouraging bat species can be a win-win for both conservation efforts and local farmers.
Study connects heatwaves and cold snaps to surges in payday lending, keeping people in debt and harming communities of colorTwo competing payday loan stores stand on the corners of an intersection in south Los Angeles. An area of persistent poverty, south LA is also a banking desert where payday lenders fill the gap. Long lines form inside the stores on the first of the month, when rent is due.Guillermina Molina, a 60-year-old retired housekeeper, visits the same Speedy Cash each month. During...