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- 1Ant genomes reveal bursts of evolution linked to jumping DNA●Analysis of the evolutionary history of 163 ant genomes, from most extant subfamilies, showed periods of rapid species d
Researchers analysed 163 ant genomes spanning most living subfamilies and reconstructed the insects' evolutionary history over the past 100 million years. The study found periods of rapid species diversification coinciding with increased activity of transposable elements, the mobile DNA sequences that can shuffle through genomes. The findings suggest genome dynamics played a role in driving the extraordinary diversification of ants, one of the most successful groups in the natural world.
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Côte d'Ivoire struck late to beat Somalia in their Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifier, while Cameroon were held to a draw by Congo in the same round of matches. Pre-match coverage focused on coach Emerse Fae, referred to as Renard in some reports, weighing lineup changes ahead of the Somalia fixture. Fans and pundits are debating the tight scoreline and what it means for the qualifying group standings.
- 3S&D Group and ETUC hold joint Trade Union Forum▼Trade Union Forum, jointly organised by the S&D Group and the ETUC
The Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats in the European Parliament has jointly organised a Trade Union Forum with the European Trade Union Confederation. The gathering brings together centre-left MEPs and union representatives to discuss workers' rights and labour priorities in EU policy. Little detail has been released so far about the agenda or outcomes of the event.
- 4Spanish prosecutors seek nearly 20 years for gang leader behind anti-gay ambushes●Spanish prosecutors are seeking 19 years and 11 months in prison for Youssef D., a young Moroccan man accused of leading
Spanish prosecutors are seeking a sentence of 19 years and 11 months for Youssef D., a young Moroccan man accused of leading a criminal gang in Las Norias de Daza, Almería. According to the indictment, the group used fake profiles on the dating app Grindr to lure gay men into nighttime ambushes. The case has drawn attention as an apparent hate-motivated scheme targeting victims because of their sexual orientation.
- 5Algeria held by Burundi in 2027 Africa Cup qualifiers●classement équipe du burundi de football – équipe d'algérie de football
Algeria dropped points against Burundi in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, failing to beat one of the region's lower-ranked sides. Foot Mercato reports Algeria "stumbled" in the match, while Morocco won comfortably and Senegal secured a win without impressing. Fans are debating what the dropped points mean for Algeria's qualifying campaign and where Burundi now stand in the group rankings.