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View in browser Latest Headlines 06/08/2023 The Parker Solar Probe may have spotted the origin of high-speed solar winds Kinks in the magnetic fields near the surface of the sun appear to be the cause of fast-moving flows in the solar wind. Read More   A simulation of a dying star shows how it could create gravitational waves Massive jets and an expanding cocoon of debris from a collapsing star could be a source of never-before-seen ripples in spacetime. Read More   When and why did masturbation evolve in primates? A new study provides clues In a first-of-its-kind comparative study, researchers show that primates were masturbating 40 million years ago and that the behavior may help males keep their sperm fresh. Read More      Can't Get Enough Space? Sign up for our latest space and astronomy headlines in your inbox every other Friday. SIGN UP NOW A gene therapy shot might keep cats from getting pregnant without being spayed Even after mating with fertile males, females given the cat contraceptive, which targets an ovulation-preventing hormone, did not get pregnant. Read More   Marjorie Weber explores plant-protecting ants and other wonders of evolution Cooperation across the tree of life is an understudied driver of evolution and biodiversity, Marjorie Weber says. Read More   Homo naledi may have dug cave graves and carved marks into cave walls Proposed discoveries of humanlike activities by these ancient, small-brained hominids have elicited skepticism from some researchers. Read More      Science News is a nonprofit. We depend on our readers to support our journalism. You can help by subscribing for as little as $30. SUBSCRIBE NOW More Recent Headlines Air pollution monitoring may accidentally help scientists track biodiversity Filters in air monitoring facilities inadvertently capture environmental DNA, which could give scientists a new tool to track local plants and animals. READ MORE   A 'vampire einstein' tile outdoes mathematicians' latest feat A newfound shape covers an infinite plane with a pattern that doesn't repeat and without mirror images of the shape. READ MORE   Weird black holes may hold secrets of the early universe Big black holes in little galaxies, rogue black holes and other behemoths could offer clues to cosmic evolution. READ MORE   Coral reefs host millions of bacteria, revealing Earth's hidden biodiversity A new estimate of microbial life living in Pacific reefs is similar to global counts, suggesting many more microbes call Earth home than thought. READ MORE   Measurements of a key radioactive decay nudge a nuclear clock closer to reality In a step toward building a nuclear clock, scientists measured light emitted when a special type of thorium nucleus decayed. READ MORE   These ants build tall nest hills to help show the way home Desert ants living in the harsh, flat salt pans of Tunisia create towering anthills to aid with navigating the near-featureless terrain. READ MORE   How a new Lyme vaccine for mice may protect people A vaccine, distributed as pellets, can neutralize Lyme-causing bacteria in wildlife. Scientists hope it will reduce Lyme exposure for people and pets. READ MORE   Quantum computers braided 'anyons,' long-sought quasiparticles with memory Particle-like quantum states called non-abelian anyons remember being swapped and could be useful for protecting information in quantum computers. READ MORE   With tools from Silicon Valley, Quinton Smith builds lab-made organs Tissues made with 3-D printing and other techniques could offer insights into diseases such as fatty liver disease and preeclampsia. READ MORE   Charting a course for the future of Science News Editor in chief Nancy Shute reflects on the history and future of Science News. READ MORE   Privacy policy  |  Update Profile  | Manage Subscriptions  |   Unsubscribe This email was sent by: Society for Science 1719 N Street NW Washington, DC, 20036, US

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