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- 1Jumping genes may explain how ants flourished after dinosaurs died●Jumping genes may explain how ants became so diverse after dinosaurs died
New research reported by Earth.com suggests transposons, so-called jumping genes, may explain how ants diversified rapidly after the dinosaurs went extinct 66 million years ago. The finding points to these mobile DNA elements driving genetic variation that allowed ant species to adapt and spread into many ecological niches, helping make ants one of the most successful insect groups on Earth.
- 2Militants kill pastor, church worker and 11 Christians▼Militant group kills pastor, church worker, 11 Christians
A militant group has killed a pastor, a church worker and 11 other Christians in an attack reported by Baptist media outlets. The victims' names and the exact location of the attack were not given in early reports. The killings add to a pattern of violence targeting Christian communities and church leaders, and church networks are urging prayer and calling for greater protection for religious minorities.
- 3Broadcom Shares Drop as $42 Billion Financing Ties Chips to Ant●Broadcom Stocks Fall as $42 Billion Financing Links Chips to Ant
Broadcom shares fell after reports of a $42 billion financing arrangement linking its chip business to Ant Group. The news drew investor attention to the company's exposure to Chinese tech clients amid ongoing scrutiny of US-China semiconductor trade. Details of the financing structure and its implications for Broadcom's business remain limited, but the connection was enough to weigh on the stock.