A parasitic wasp castrates moth larvae using a domesticated virus, while the intensely surreal cult classic film "Possession" is recommended for its unhinged performances, according to recent reports. The film, available on streaming services, is not for the squeamish, while scientists are also learning more about the virus's mechanism.
According to Nature News, the parasitic wasp injects a domesticated virus into moth larvae, causing the cells in the larvae's testes to die. This process effectively castrates the larvae, which then serve as incubators for the wasp's eggs. Scientists are now gaining a deeper understanding of how the virus carries out this process.
Meanwhile, the film "Possession" is gaining attention. The Verge recommends the film, highlighting its intensely surreal nature and three standout performances, particularly Isabelle Adjani's. The film, set against the backdrop of the Berlin Wall, explores a crumbling marriage. The Verge's Terrence O'Brien stated, "I highly recommend you go into Possession blind." The film is available on streaming services like Shudder and Criterion.
In other news, a recent article in Vox discussed the popularity of Internal Family Systems therapy, despite its scientifically shaky claims. Additionally, a story in Wired explored the concept of "nothing" in quantum mechanics, delving into the idea of ground-state energy.
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