Topic: scientific study
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COVID-19 Lockdowns Unexpectedly Spiked Methane
During the 2020 pandemic lockdowns, reduced nitrogen oxide pollution inadvertently slowed the atmosphere's production of hydroxyl radicals, which are essential for breaking down methane. This weakened methane removal system caused atmospheric methane levels to surge to a record high, accounting f...
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Olympic 'Penisgate' Scandal Highlights Risks of Performance Enhancement
Rumors suggest male ski jumpers may be using cosmetic injections to temporarily increase penile girth, aiming to exploit suit regulations and 3D body scans for an aerodynamic advantage. Medical experts warn these non-essential procedures carry serious health risks like infection and permanent def...
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Sky-Hunters: Bats Snatch Birds Mid-Flight
Greater noctule bats, Europe's largest bat species, were studied using specialized lightweight sensors to uncover how they hunt birds, overcoming technical challenges to monitor their flight without interference. Researchers developed miniaturized tracking tags weighing about four grams, which re...
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