The New World screwworm, eradicated from the US in 1966, has reemerged in South Texas in June 2026, spreading northward into New Mexico. This parasitic pest, which infests warm-blooded animals, raises concerns for livestock, wildlife, and pet owners, prompting multiagency response plans in states like Colorado.
Researchers at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad discovered that superworms (Zophobas morio larvae) can safely and efficiently clean animal skeletons for museum collections. This method avoids harsh chemicals and bone damage, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional techniques.
An ambitious experiment in Senegal's River Valley introduces tilapia and African bonytongue fish into rice fields to combat food insecurity, poverty, and schistosomiasis. The fish fertilize crops, prey on disease-carrying snails, and offer a source of income, potentially transforming local agriculture.
An environmental engineer in Senegal is experimenting with adding fish to rice farms to tackle food insecurity, poverty, and schistosomiasis. Tilapia fertilize crops with their waste, while African bonytongue fish eat snails that carry the disease.
Viral videos featuring child live-streamers, some engaging in disturbing acts like extreme eating or simulated intimacy, have sparked controversy in China. State media has criticized the trend, leading to the removal of problematic content under new regulations.
In Nigeria, a beloved board game has been adapted into "Schisto & Ladders" to teach children about preventing schistosomiasis, a parasitic disease. The game uses familiar game mechanics to educate about transmission and healthy behaviors, complementing medical efforts in affected communities.
A new study in PLoS One suggests superworm larvae (Zophobas morio) can efficiently clean skeletal specimens for museums and research, offering a safer alternative to dermestid beetles. Researchers found an optimal ratio of larvae to specimen and a manageable process, reducing risks of infestation and bone damage.
A 60-year-old man in Spain experienced a persistent headache and behavioral changes, initially suspected to be cancer. Extensive tests ruled out malignancy, and an MRI revealed encapsulated tapeworm larvae (neurocysticercosis) in his brain, likely contracted through cryptic transmission from coworkers during his construction career.
Ein Hitzecheck der Deutschen Umwelthilfe (DUH) zeigt, dass Ludwigshafen, Worms, Bad Kreuznach, Neuwied und Koblenz besonders unter Sommerhitze leiden. Hauptgründe sind versiegelte Flächen und wenig Grün. Die Städte erläutern ihre Probleme und stellen Maßnahmen wie Baumpflanzungen, Entsiegelung und Hitzeschutznetzwerke vor.
Ein 35-jähriger alkoholisierter Mann geriet in einem See in Worms in Not und musste von Ersthelfern wiederbelebt werden. Der Rettungsdienst brachte ihn ins Krankenhaus; sein Zustand ist stabil, mögliche bleibende Schäden sind jedoch unklar.
Briefs on various science and nature discoveries: US plans to combat screwworms with sterilized flies, discovery of a massive bee colony under a New York cemetery, first known screwworm infection in the US, great white shark spotted in the Mediterranean, new tiny octopus species in the Galápagos, funding cut for Ebola researchers, AI labs warning against AI-developed biological weapons, Uranus' moons potentially holding clues to missing planets, AI protecting EV chargers, bug-hunting arms race in the AI era, and Turkey's innovative hair-transplant industry.
Doctors in Shenzhen, China, removed two 10cm live sparganum worms from a woman's arm after a year-long lump growth. The parasite likely entered her body through contaminated food prepared on a shared chopping board.
In Worms wurde der bisher größte Batteriespeicherpark in Rheinland-Pfalz offiziell in Betrieb genommen. Die Anlage der EWR AG kann bis zu 2.000 Haushalte zwölf Stunden lang mit Strom versorgen und stabilisiert das Stromnetz.
In Worms wird heute ein großer Batteriespeicherpark mit einer Leistung von 30 MW und einer Kapazität von 65 MWh offiziell in Betrieb genommen. Die Anlage, das größte Projekt dieser Art in Rheinland-Pfalz, kann bis zu 2.000 Haushalte zwölf Stunden lang versorgen und soll die Energiewende unterstützen.
Researchers have developed a proof-of-concept AI-powered computer worm that can autonomously identify vulnerabilities, generate tailored attack strategies, and spread across networks, adapting its tactics in real-time without human operators.
The New World screwworm, a parasitic fly that feeds on living tissue, has returned to the US after 60 years. Confirmed in a Texas calf, the USDA is combating the threat by releasing sterile male flies to prevent reproduction.
Der Deutsche Wetterdienst (DWD) hat für Donnerstag zwischen 18 und 19 Uhr eine amtliche Warnung der Stufe 2 von 4 vor starken Gewittern für den Kreis Alzey-Worms herausgegeben. Es besteht Gefahr durch Blitzschlag, umstürzende Bäume, herabstürzende Gegenstände, Überflutungen, Aquaplaning und Hagelschlag.
Die Polizei hat einen Einsatz in der Wormser Innenstadt beendet, bei dem auch Spezialkräfte involviert waren. Es bestand keine Gefahr für die Bevölkerung. Die Hintergründe des Einsatzes sind noch unklar.
Ein größerer Polizeieinsatz findet in der Wormser Innenstadt statt. Die Kriminalinspektion Worms teilt mit, dass keine Gefahr für die Bevölkerung bestehe. Spezialkräfte sind vor Ort, es kommt zu kurzzeitigen Absperrungen und Verkehrsbehinderungen.
Die Proben für die Nibelungen-Festspiele in Worms beginnen heute unter der Intendanz von Nico Hofmann. Das Stück "Die Hunnenkönigin" mit Maria Dragus als Kriemhild wird vom 17. Juli bis 2. August aufgeführt.
Trader Joe's new zero-sugar Sweet & Sour Gummy Worms are causing significant digestive issues, including extreme gas and diarrhea, due to their high fiber content. Customers and employees are reporting severe side effects after consuming the candies, with some suggesting clearer labeling.
The annual International Festival of Wormcharming took place in Blackawton, England, where participants competed to lure worms to the surface using vibrations and sound. The event, which began in 1984, prioritizes animal welfare and concludes with the safe release of all worms.
A robot patrolling a park in China's Jilin province with a loud hailer warning about pesticide use has gone viral online, with many finding its humorous approach to environmental protection amusing.
