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Male Amazon river dolphins have been observed performing a unique behavior of rolling upside down and shooting urine into the air, with other males potentially seeking out the urine for social cues. Researchers in Brazil documented this behavior and speculate that the dolphins may use the urine as a form of communication, possibly to convey information about social status or physical condition. While the exact reasons for this behavior are still unclear, it is suggested that the dolphins' poor vision may lead them to use the sound of the urine hitting the water as an acoustic signal. [Extracted from the article]

Genetic analysis of a 2000-year-old cemetery in southern England suggests that Celtic communities in pre-Roman Britain valued women highly, with women staying in their ancestral homes while men moved in from elsewhere. The Durotriges tribe, who occupied central southern England from 100 BC to AD 100, buried their dead in cemeteries, preserving human remains that show women were often buried with valuable items, indicating high status. Research on the genomes of 55 Durotrigan individuals revealed a matrilocal pattern, where husbands moved to live with their wives' families, challenging the norm of patrilocality in prehistoric Europe. This study contributes to the understanding of Iron Age societies and highlights the empowerment of women in pre-Roman Britain. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the possibility that Michelangelo's fresco The Flood in the Sistine Chapel depicts a woman with breast cancer, based on signs such as a retracted nipple and lumps. Researchers suggest that Michelangelo may have included this depiction as a message about the inevitability of death, possibly linked to the theme of punishment for sin in the story of Noah's Ark. While some experts believe the portrayal of breast cancer was intentional, others point out the lack of ulcerations on the woman's skin as a potential indicator that Michelangelo may not have deliberately depicted the disease. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study published in New Scientist explores how Hawaiian folklore has helped scientists identify evidence of an ancient tsunami that hit Maui over 350 years ago. By analyzing a mo'olelo, or oral narrative, researchers discovered geological anomalies that indicated the occurrence of a massive wave. This research not only sheds light on a significant historical event but also emphasizes the importance of integrating Indigenous knowledge with scientific methods to mitigate future natural disasters. The findings have led to the development of a forested bio-shield to protect the Nu'u Refuge, showcasing the value of ancestral wisdom in modern-day conservation efforts. [Extracted from the article]

This article discusses a study on the quality of life of Europeans. Conducted by the New Economics Foundation (NEF), the study measured the well-being levels of European societies. It analyzed well-being levels across 22 European countries by looking at personal factors such as relationships, life satisfaction and self-esteem. It found that Scandinavian populations boast consistently high levels of well-being compared with most other European countries.

The largest known dinosaurs may have fasted like emperor penguins while laying their eggs, suggests a chemical analysis of their eggshells [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

6000-year-old miniature ceramic bottles found in Slovenia contain traces of the same minerals later used in make-up by ancient Egyptians and Mesopotamians [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]