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Scientist Lets Thousands of Mosquitoes Bite His Arm in the Name of Science
Here's a job you probably don't want. An entomologist from the University of Melbourne lets thousands of mosquitoes bite his arm regularly in order to keep them fed for research on eradicating Dengue fever.Dr. Perran Stott-Rosshas been involved in mosquito research at the University of Melbourne for many years now, trying to find effective ways of curbing the spread of the Dengue virus, which passes between humans via mosquitoes.
But in order to further this research, Dr. Stott-Ross has to monitor thousands of these blood-sucking bugs, and as part of that monitoring, he offers his own arm as the main course. He recently tweeted a photo of his blister-covered arm after reportedly feeding a record 5,000 female mosquitoes.
He admits that the bites can be painful sometimes and that he always has to abstain from scratching after blood-feeding sessions. He said, "Sometimes it can sting a little bit if they get you in the right spot, but mostly it's just slight irritation. It's absolutely itchy later. As soon as I take my arm out, I have to resist the urge to scratch."
Source: ScienceAlert
There are 117 new emojis coming:If you’re someone who loves to use emojis, we’ve got good news for you. New updates on Androids and Apple phones will include 117 new emojis, including a smiling face with a tear, a piñata and bubble tea, as well as 55 gender and skin-tone variants, including new gender-inclusive emojis. Those gender includive emojis include a nonbinary Santa Claus, "woman with a beard" and "man in a wedding dress,” as well as families with different genders and nonbinary options. Source:USA Today
Sun-Maid Is Still Trying To Make Halloween Raisins A Thing
Just in time for Halloween Sun-Maid has announced new raisin-based treats that should make all trick-or-treaters very happy. Here’s a list of the new products being offered.
- New Peanut Butter Yogurt Covered Raisins– added after the success of previous yogurt covered mashups like Strawberry and Vanilla and Vanilla and Chocolate with a creamy peanut butter yogurt
- Chocolate and Peanut Butter– raisin fruit at the core with a creamy mix of rich chocolate and nutty peanut butter inspired by the peanut butter cup
- PB&J– made with strawberry – PB&J yogurt packing a sweet and savory punch
- Sour Raisin Snacks, Yogurt Covered Raisins in Glow-in-the-Dark Packaging– quite a mouthful of a title, but they are basically fruit snacks that taste like sour candy packaged in a Halloween-ready package that glows in the dark
The company is also suggesting alternatives to trick-or-treating for those who don’t feel comfortable yet with the traditional night out on October 31st.Sun-Maid asked moms for list of ‘Recipes for Reimagining Halloween’...and here’s a sample:
- Have a Halloween Pumpkin "Egg Hunt"– Hide eggs throughout the house or yard, and have the kids dress up in Halloween PJs or a costume for a sweet Halloween scavenger hunt – Christina P.(@christina.patricio)
- Fill up a Basket for You've Been Booed– Challenge people to spread random acts of kindness to people by filling a basket with cute things for Halloween for both children and adults – include better-for-you snacks, like Yogurt Covered Raisins – Jeannie S.(@string_fields)
- Hand Out "Harvest Bags"– Fill easy-to-access grab bags fun for both kids and parents, with treats like Yogurt Covered Raisins and put them in a spot for neighbors to come pick them up. – Brittne M.(@brittnemast)
- Host a "Scary Movie & Snack Night"– Cuddle up and watch a Halloween movie, along with some snacks and popcorn. – Joanna G.(@cupofjo)
- Hang Treats from a Clothesline– In lieu of a bucket of candy, hang individual treats with clothespins. – Jennifer B.(@jenniferborget)
- Pack a Halloween Treat for Lunch– Make tissue paper pumpkins out of things like Sour Raisin Snacks and include as a special holiday treat. – Eva M.(@thehappilyeva)
- Incorporate Treats into Traditions– Pack bags for any outings like pumpkin picking and give the kids a little extra fun – like Sour Raisin Snacks. – Mary W.(@downtownchicmoms)
Source:Sun-Maid
Pigs may rival dogs as man's best friend, new study says: https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/pigs-may-rival-dogs-as-mans-best-friends/