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In a controversial reality TV experiment aired on UK Channel 4, titled _Boys and Girls Alone_, 20 children aged 11 and 12 were placed in separate houses without adult supervision, tasked with managing their own lives. The boys quickly descended into chaos, vandalizing their environment and splitting into rival groups, while the girls organized themselves, cooking and even staging a fashion show. Despite some minor conflicts, such as a t-shirt being defaced, no serious injuries occurred among the boys. The girls faced their own challenges, including mild bullying and the departure of two participants. While the experiment provided intriguing insights into child behavior, critics argue that the presence of cameras and the artificial setting limit its applicability to real-life scenarios. The article also references a historical incident in 1965, where six boys stranded on an island for 15 months demonstrated resilience and cooperation in a survival situation. 
Published: Dec 06 2025, 2 ameznews.inA historic map, believed to have been created around 1500 CE by Juan de la Cosa, marks a pivotal moment in cartography as the first known depiction of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. While Norse Vikings reached North America around 1000 CE, systematic European exploration began with Columbus in 1492. De la Cosa, Columbus's second-in-command, crafted this map in Puerto de Santa Maria, showcasing the Americas as a vast landmass, albeit with a rudimentary coastline that lacks modern accuracy. The map suggests that the Americas were not part of Asia, a misconception held by Columbus and his crew. After being lost for centuries, it resurfaced in 1832 when acquired by French scientist Charles Walckenaer. Some scholars debate its authenticity, proposing it may have been created later, while Martin Waldseemüller's 1507 map is credited as the first to name the continent "America," after explorer Amerigo Vespucci.
Published: Dec 03 2025, 10 pmeznews.inA recent study has revealed that the motivation behind sharing conspiracy theories often stems from a "need for chaos" rather than genuine belief in the theories themselves. Researchers found that individuals may share such content to disrupt the political system, regardless of their partisan alignment. The study identified three motivations for sharing conspiracy theories: motivated sharing, sounding the alarm against perceived political opponents, and the desire for chaos. Notably, those with a high need for chaos were more likely to disseminate conspiracy theories, even more so than those who felt their political side was losing. The findings suggest that the urge to challenge the political order can supersede traditional partisan motivations. However, the study's limitations include reliance on self-reported data and a non-representative sample, prompting the authors to call for a more nuanced understanding of the factors driving the spread of conspiracy theories. The research was published in *Research and Politics*.
Published: Dec 06 2025, 11 pmeznews.inIn a surprising revelation, researchers have determined that Mercury, not Venus, is the closest planet to Earth when averaged over time. This finding challenges long-held beliefs about planetary distances, as Mercury, the innermost planet in the Solar System, spends more time nearer to Earth than its neighboring planets. A team of scientists conducted a simulation over 10,000 years, tracking the distances between all eight planets and concluding that Mercury is, in fact, the closest planet to all others, including Neptune. Their commentary, published in *Physics Today*, highlights a phenomenon they dubbed the "whirly-dirly corollary," which explains how the average distance between orbiting bodies decreases as the radius of the inner orbit decreases. This new understanding prompts a reevaluation of how we perceive planetary proximity in our Solar System.
Published: Dec 06 2025, 9 pmeznews.inIn the harsh realities of nature, many species exhibit infanticidal behaviors, with lions and dolphins often killing unrelated young to secure mating opportunities. However, wolves defy this trend, showcasing remarkable parental instincts. Research from the Yellowstone Wolf Project reveals that wolves, rather than adhering to a ruthless hierarchy, operate more like family units, with all members contributing to the care of pups. This "alloparental care" is crucial for pack survival, as larger packs are more successful in hunting and territorial battles. Interestingly, wolves may adopt pups from rival packs, a behavior driven by both instinct and the practical benefits of increasing pack size and genetic diversity. Conservationists have even harnessed this nurturing instinct through "cross-fostering," introducing captive-bred pups into wild packs to bolster struggling populations. Ultimately, wolves exemplify that in the animal kingdom, compassion can coexist with survival.
Published: Dec 06 2025, 3 ameznews.inA new study suggests that volcanic activity may have significantly contributed to the outbreak of the Black Death, the devastating bubonic plague pandemic that swept through Europe from 1347 to 1353. Researchers from the University of Cambridge and the Leibniz Institute for the History and Culture of Eastern Europe found evidence of a volcanic eruption in the tropics around 1345, which disrupted global climate and led to unusually cold and wet summers in southern Europe. This adverse weather resulted in poor harvests and starvation, prompting Italian city-states like Venice and Genoa to import grain from the Black Sea region in 1347. Unfortunately, these grain shipments may have also transported plague-infected fleas and rats, facilitating the disease's spread. The study highlights how a combination of environmental factors, urban density, and trade networks created a "perfect storm" for the pandemic, raising concerns about the potential for future zoonotic diseases amid climate change.
Published: Dec 04 2025, 11 pmeznews.inInterstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is set to make its closest approach to Earth this month, passing at a distance of approximately 270 million kilometers (168 million miles) on December 19, 2025. Discovered by the Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System (ATLAS) on July 1, the comet was initially traveling at 137,000 miles per hour, accelerating to 153,000 miles per hour as it neared the Sun. Astronomers estimate its nucleus measures between 1,400 feet and 3.5 miles in diameter. While 3I/ATLAS poses no threat to Earth, having already passed Mars safely, it offers a unique opportunity for astronomy enthusiasts to observe it with binoculars or telescopes. The comet will be visible in the eastern sky before dawn, near the star Regulus in the constellation Leo. Following its Earth flyby, 3I/ATLAS will encounter Jupiter on March 16, 2026, which may alter its trajectory.
Published: Dec 03 2025, 11 pmeznews.inThis week, significant scientific discoveries have emerged, including the world's largest dinosaur tracksite in Bolivia, which boasts at least 16,600 footprints, setting multiple world records for trackways and swimways. In a groundbreaking development, researchers may have identified the first exomoon, indicated by the wobbling of a brown dwarf orbiting a Sun-like star. Additionally, scientists have provided a precise understanding of how time passes on Mars, revealing that it does not remain constant due to variations in speed and gravity. Meanwhile, a rare sighting of a seven-arm octopus, known as the "blob octopus," has occurred in the deep sea, marking only the fourth observation of this elusive creature in 40 years. Lastly, the article explores Christougenniatikophobia, the fear of Christmas, highlighting the challenges faced by those who experience this condition during the festive season.
Published: Dec 06 2025, 4 pmeznews.inHero of Alexandria, a mathematician and engineer from nearly 2,000 years ago, created remarkable machines that showcased an advanced understanding of physics, leaving a legacy that continues to intrigue scholars today. While details of his life remain unclear, Hero is credited with significant advancements in technologies such as the steam engine and windmill, and he is believed to have invented the first vending machine. His theatrical contraptions, including a thunder machine and intricate puppet shows, captivated audiences, blurring the line between science and magic. Hero's writings, possibly including the *Catoptrica*, explored optics and mechanics, influencing future scientists like Galileo and Newton. His focus on entertainment and wonder, rather than practical applications, set him apart from contemporaries like Archimedes. Despite the loss of many ancient texts, Hero's innovative spirit paved the way for future discoveries in physics and engineering.
Published: Dec 06 2025, 4 pmeznews.inResearchers at George Washington University have explored what they term "The Grandmother Hypothesis," revealing that people often neglect key areas while washing, leading to a less healthy skin microbiome. The study focused on the microbial communities on the skin of 129 students, comparing samples from frequently cleaned areas like forearms and calves to neglected spots such as behind the ears, between toes, and in the navel. Findings indicated that regularly cleaned regions exhibited a more diverse and potentially healthier microbiome. Director Keith Crandall noted that these neglected areas tend to harbor different bacteria due to insufficient washing. The research highlighted significant variations in bacterial diversity across skin regions, with no notable differences based on gender, age, or ethnicity. While the balance of microbes is crucial for skin health, the relationship between microbiome health and overall well-being remains an area for further study, providing a reference point for understanding healthy adult microbiomes.
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