A study reveals how the tapeworm Anomotaenia brevis extends the lifespan of Temnothorax nylanderi worker ants. The parasite alters the ant's gene expression, making its fat body resemble that of a long-lived queen, while dampening brain activity to reduce work and increase survival for the parasite's life cycle.
A study reveals how the tapeworm Anomotaenia brevis extends the lifespan of Temnothorax nylanderi worker ants in Germany. The parasite alters ant gene expression, making their fat bodies queen-like for longevity, while dampening brain activity for a quieter, lazier existence, aiding its own life cycle.
Apple has raised prices for iPads and Macs due to memory supply, with iPhones likely next. The article explores iPhone longevity, focusing on software support (up to 2031 for newer models), battery degradation, build quality, and the impact of demanding iOS updates on performance, offering insights for users considering upgrades.
Russian military bloggers estimate new recruits on the Ukrainian frontline survive only 20-35 minutes due to intense drone attacks. Ukraine's evolving drone capabilities are reportedly causing high Russian casualties, with some estimates suggesting a 8:1 loss ratio.
NASA is launching an emergency mission to boost the orbit of its 20-year-old Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory, which is falling out of orbit. The mission, costing $30 million, involves a robotic spacecraft named LINK launched from an airplane via a Pegasus XL rocket, aiming to save the telescope for continued scientific research.
UK primary schools, including a modern building in west London, are struggling with extreme heat due to poor climate crisis planning. An older Victorian building at Beaconsfield school offers better temperature regulation than a newer one built in 2017, highlighting systemic failures in adapting educational infrastructure to a warming climate.
Psychologist Margie Lachman argues that midlife (ages 40-60) is often mischaracterized as a "crisis" and is, in fact, a period of opportunity and stability. Her research suggests life satisfaction increases during this stage, and positive aging views correlate with better health.
Academician Alexander Sergeev believes molecular and genetic medicine could enable humans to live up to 120 years. He stressed the importance of preventative health and correct lifestyle choices, especially for younger generations, to overcome limiting factors and achieve this extended lifespan.
Alexander Kalinin, president of "Opora Rossii," stated at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum that a lack of business qualification significantly shortens the lifespan of startups in Russia, with many projects failing within 3-4 years. He called for improved business education and updated curricula.
Concerns are rising over the safety of Bihar's Rs 64-crore Keni Bridge due to exposed iron rods and damaged pillars, sparking fears of collapse. An inquiry and state-wide bridge inspections have been initiated by the Road Construction Department following complaints.
Lotus CEO Qingfeng Feng is seeking government support for its UK factory, emphasizing a commitment to British manufacturing despite a strategic shift towards hybrid models and a revised sales target.
Cardiologist Eric Topol argues that optimizing "health span" — years free from major age-related diseases — matters more than maximizing lifespan. His research at Scripps Research found no genetic secret to healthy aging; instead, exercise, sleep, social connection, and preventive medicine prove more impactful. While AI enables predictive medicine through tools like retinal scans for Parkinson's risk, Topol warns against biohacking trends and unproven supplements, calling the anti-aging industry "out of control."
Luis Cano, America's oldest living man at 111, credits his longevity to three simple habits: never smoking or drinking, getting good sleep, and behaving well. Born in Colombia in 1914, he moved to New Jersey in the 1990s and was recognized by LongeviQuest in December 2025. He gardened until age 105, eats vegetables, and lives with family — emphasizing emotional health and community over products or trends.
Chinese scientists have achieved a breakthrough in “all-iron flow battery” technology that could sharply reduce the cost of storing renewable energy while significantly extending battery lifespan. Lithium costs over 80 times more than iron as a raw industrial material at present. An iron battery may offer a potential solution to one of the biggest bottlenecks in the global energy transition, according to the researchers. A team from the Institute of Metal Research under the Chinese Academy of...
