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September 6, 20253 min readA Mammoth Toothache: Bacterial Community Discovered in Mouth of Ancient MammothGenetic-sequencing techniques have identified microorganisms that lived in the mouths of ancient mammothsBy Katie Kavanagh & Nature magazine Ancient mammoth teeth, pictured here, contained DNA from 310 different species of bacteria. An analysis of the bones and teeth of ancient mammoths (Mammuthus) has identified some of the microorganisms that lived in the animals’ mouths and bodies more than one million years ago.The study, published in Cell on 2 September, describes the oldest microbial DNA ever sequenced, and reveals that some species of pathogenic bacteria that have…

Even if you don’t have time to participate in a full-blown excursion, it’s always worth chatting up a park ranger for their expertise. “Rangers are deeply knowledgeable about the area and can help make your experience both safer and richer,” says Christa Hayes, an expert and interpretive park guide in the Greater Yellowstone area. “They can alert you to recent animal sightings or trail closures, offer insights about flash flood danger or trail conditions, share tips about hidden viewpoints or must-see features, and suggest how much water or gear to bring.”4. Hire an expert guideEven the most seasoned hikers can…

It was my childhood dream to study medicine. I wanted to be a doctor to help people. I never imagined that I would study medicine not in a university, but in a hospital; not from textbooks, but from raw experience.After I finished my BA in English last year, I decided to enrol in the medical faculty of al-Azhar University. I started my studies at the end of June. With all universities in Gaza destroyed, we, medical students, are forced to watch lectures on our mobile phones and read medical books under the light of our mobile phones’ flashlights.Part of our…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Coros Nomad is available now in Green, Brown, and Dark Grey for $349.It’s built to withstand the elements with detailed metrics and focused journal utilities for fishing.There is no speaker to playback voice notes, no solar charging, and no LED flashlight to see in the dark. Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google.I’ve had the opportunity to test a lot of smartwatches, but it’s still tough to find one watch that covers all the bases. I find myself always looking to the next one to fill the gaps. With every new model, brands shoot for unique…

What sets someone off? In the twisty, streaming-caliber thriller “Fuze,” that’s as much the question as whether the 500-pound bomb discovered in a London construction site might blow. If it does, the WW2-era explosive (presumably a relic of the Blitz) could wipe out several city blocks, which is why authorities swarm the area and evacuate all residents in the film’s opening minutes. Normally, that would be a recipe for some edge-of-your-seat action, although Ben Hopkins’ script makes clear early on that the bomb is just a distraction, while an even more sinister plot is ticking within the blast radius. If…

Let me start the 2025 NFL picks column with a factual statement:My picks stunk last year.It was not my best season when it came to NFL picks. I wasn’t the worst of my CBSSports.com experts picks crew, but it wasn’t very good. None of us really were.That changes now.It’s a new season, which means like every fan base and every team, optimism is a part of my equation. I will be better. I have to be better.Week 1 picks are always a challenge, but I feel pretty good about these. The record is 0-0 right now, so the slate is clean.New season.…

​​The concept of the alpha male was first suggested in 1970 to explain the organization of wolves in a pack. But wildlife research biologist David Mech, who coined the term, never intended for “alpha male” to mean the sole leader of a pack. Instead, he described how an “alpha male” and “alpha female” pair rule their group, make the decisions and produce offspring.This idea quickly spread to other social animals and was even absorbed into popular culture, where it has come to describe a confident, assertive and often abrasive personality.But over 20 years after publishing his seminal alpha male theory,…

This week, Travel Smart is heading to the breathtaking fjords of Norway – some of the world’s most stunning natural spectacles.Annabel Grossman and Benjamin Parker from The Independent’s travel team go on a journey from the better-known fjords – such as Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord, which are both Unesco-listed – to some of those off the beaten track, and share why a cruise holiday may just be the best way to get up close and personal with the incredible landscapes.Watch Travel Smart on Independent TV.

Asking about the level of AI literacy and a perception of AI as magical in the context of AI psychosis.getty In today’s column, I examine the eye-opening possibility that individuals with a limited understanding of AI, who often perceive generative AI as somewhat magical, might conceivably be more susceptible to experiencing AI psychosis (not always, but perhaps having a greater inclination than otherwise). It’s an open question and unresolved. The importance of this aspect is that the general assumption currently is that people with mental health preconditions are the most likely candidates for AI psychosis. But it could be that…

New Zealand stayed firm at their Eden Park fortress to claim an attritional 24-17 win over South Africa in a heavyweight clash between the world’s top two rugby sides.Under pressure after conceding a first-ever defeat on Argentine soil against the Pumas two weeks ago, the All Blacks responded with a performance of grit and discipline to stretch their unbeaten run at their Auckland stronghold to 51 matches.skip past newsletter promotionThe latest rugby union news and analysis, plus all the week’s action reviewedPrivacy Notice: Newsletters may contain information about charities, online ads, and content funded by outside parties. If you do…