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Scientists found a fungus that turns female flies into zombies, then uses their dead bodies to spread spores to healthy flies

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Scientists found a fungus that turns female flies into zombies, then uses their dead bodies to spread spores to healthy flies

A fungus that infects house flies has evolved a remarkable way to send spores towards new hosts. Entomophthora muscae grows inside an infected fly and, after the insect dies, it produces microscopic stalks that emerge from its body. Each stalk forms a single spore at its tip. Instead of simply dropping away, the spore is … Read more

2 bodies recovered and about 12 missing after migrant boat capsized off Tunisian coast

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2 bodies recovered and about 12 missing after migrant boat capsized off Tunisian coast

TUNIS, Tunisia — A boat carrying migrants capsized off the coast of southern Tunisiakilling at least two people and leaving 12 missing, Tunisia’s national guard said Saturday. One survivor was rescued. 2 bodies recovered and about 12 missing after migrant boat capsized off Tunisian coast Guard spokesperson Houssem Eddine Jebabli told state news agency T … Read more

Hopes fade in Colombia as more bodies recovered days after powerful quake

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Hopes fade in Colombia as more bodies recovered days after powerful quake

* Rescuers turn to recovering bodies as hope for survivors fades Hopes fade in Colombia as more bodies recovered days after powerful quake * Over 290 killed and 320 still missing after Monday’s quake * Magnitude 7.4 quake destroyed thousands of homes in west * Crowds sleep in camps outdoors as buildings still unsafe By … Read more