Researchers from Dresden University of Technology (TUD) and the University of Sheffield have discovered that male fertility can adapt to microbes. These findings shed new light on the importance of sperm ecology and might have significant implications for evolutionary biology and medical research, particularly in understanding and treating infertility.

A long-standing debate among evolutionary scientists goes something like this: Does evolution happen in a predictable pattern or does it depend on chance events and contingency? That is, if you could turn back the clock, as celebrated scientist Stephen Jay Gould (1941–2002) described in his famous metaphor, "Replaying the Tape of Life," would life on Earth evolve, once again, as something similar to what we know now, or would it look very, very different?

As he tries to secure his legacy, President Joe Biden has unleashed a flurry of election year rules on the environment and other topics, including a landmark regulation that would force coal-fired power plants to capture smokestack emissions or shut down.

Junior enlisted service members are close to getting a 19.5% pay hike. The House Armed Services Committee advanced a must-pass defense policy bill Wednesday night, 57-1, which includes the pay raise and other quality-of-life improvement measures

While President Joe Biden and his top advisers will be laser-focused on Hunter Biden's felony gun charges trial starting June 3 in Delaware, they also plan to be "deliberately low-key," NBC News reported Friday.

Former President Donald Trump said Peter Navarro, his former White House adviser, could have a job in his administration if he wins the November election - despite Navarro currently serving time in prison.

WASHINGTON, DC — Democrats assured the American people this week there's no way people who entered the country illegally would ever engage in other illegal activities like, say, voting.

Michael Richards, best known for portraying the quirky and beloved character Cosmo Kramer in the iconic American sitcom Seinfeld, recently opened up about a significant health challenge he faced in past years. The actor detailed the personal encounter in his upcoming memoir, Entrances and Exits. In a recent interview with PEOPLE magazine, the 74-year-old actor candidly revealed that in 2018, during what he thought would be a routine medical check-up, his doctors discovered he had prostate cancer. The diagnosis came as a shocking and alarming revelation for Richards, who had not experienced any symptoms that might have suggested such a serious illness. Michael Richards speaks about his prostate cancer diagnosis 22 October 2015 – Beverly Hills, California – Michael Richards. 3rd Annual Red Star Ball Hosted by the American Friends of Magen David Adom. Photo Credit: Byron Purvis/AdMedia Richards shared the deeply personal journey he underwent upon learning of his cancer diagnosis. Initially overwhelmed by the gravity of the news, he found himself grappling with feelings of resignation, unsure of how to confront the daunting reality before him. RELATED: Reclusive Michael Richards Reunites With Jerry Seinfeld For First Time In 8 Years However, amidst the turmoil of emotions, a thought about his 9-year-old son’s future pierced through the haze of despair. His desire to witness his son grow and thrive sparked a profound shift within him, and he made a conscious decision to defy the odds stacked against him. Michael Richardsat the Television Academy’s 70th Anniversary Celebration Gala, Television Academy, North Hollywood, CA 06-02-16 The 74-year-old shared that after receiving his diagnosis, his doctor’s assessment painted a bleak picture, indicating that the cancer had already advanced significantly and posed a grave threat to his health. In light of the severity of the situation, Richard revealed that his physician strongly recommended the complete removal of his prostate gland as the most effective course of action to halt the cancer’s progression. 08 May 2014 – West Hollywood, California – Michael Richards. Arrivals for the Los Angeles premiere of the “Fed Up” held at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood, Ca. Photo Credit: Birdie Thompson/AdMedia The actor added that he didn’t hesitate; he bravely opted to proceed with the surgery, recognizing it as his best chance for survival as his prognosis was dire, with a life expectancy of merely eight months without the procedure. Click for next Article The post ‘Seinfeld’ Star Michael Richards Opens Up About Private Prostate Cancer Battle appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A

Catherine Zeta-Jones is feeling that familiar parental mix of pride and bewilderment as her daughter Carys braves new heights. Carys, who celebrated her 21st birthday just last month, went skydiving in a daring stunt that had mom Catherine literally asking, “Why?” Born on April 20, Carys is Catherine’s daughter with actor Michael Douglas. She is also the younger sister of the couple’s first kid together, son Dylan, born August 8, 2000. In true sibling fashion, Carys’s skydiving escapade is actually a repeat of history, a trend started by Dylan that had Catherine just as exasperated. Catherine Zeta-Jones reacts with pride and dismay to daughter Carys skydiving Catherine Zeta-Jones had an amusing reaction to daughter Carys skydiving / Instagram via HELLO! Magazine Recently, Catherine took to Instagram to share a photo to her Stories. The image shows none other than Carys falling through the air, strapped to another skydiver as the two plummeted to Earth. Carys chose a soft pink shirt and coordinating shades for the daring occasion, which only went so far as to put her mother’s mind at ease. RELATED: Catherine Zeta-Jones Carys’ 20th Birthday With Throwback Video, History Behind The Name 54-year-old Catherine had a very relatable response as a parent. “When your daughter jumps out of a plane, in baby pink sunglasses,” she captioned the image, “I wonder……. why.” Tying it all together was an emoji bearing a look of fatigued dismay. Dylan pulled a similar stunt, albeit with a slightly different reaction   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Dylan Douglas (@dylan__douglas) Not that long ago, Catherine learned she had to keep a close eye on her kids, as both would prove unafraid of feats like skydiving. Before Carys, Dylan made the big leap and shared his experience on Instagram. His post featured footage of the thrilling plummet, with Dylan wearing a look of joy and excitement while he was strapped to his fellow skydiver. Most tellingly, he captioned his post, “Don’t tell mom.” This is the second time the Zorro star has witnessed one of her kids make that daring leap / Instagram Well, the secret didn’t stay hidden for long. In the comments section, none other than Catherine herself replied with, “Mom just found out,” adding that exact same exasperated emoji over and over again. Meanwhile, Dylan’s older half-brother, Cameron, showed his support with an emoji of a hand making a set of horns. In contrast, to make sure his wife knew he was not in on his son’s actions, Michae quickly assured, “No I wasn’t the Cameraman!” Remember, everyone, parents always know. Dylan, Carys, Catherine, and Michael / Instagram RELATED: Catherine Zeta-Jones Gets Emotional Over Daughter Carys’ Singing Talents Click for next Article The post Catherine Zeta-Jones Left Exasperated As History Repeats Itself With Daughter Carys Skydiving appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Dana Daly

In just a few short years, NASA hopes to put humans back on the lunar surface. The first moonwalk in more than 50 years is scheduled for no earlier than September 2026 as part of the Artemis III mission. In preparation, astronauts, scientists, and flight controllers are conducting simulated spacewalks here on Earth. “Field tests play a critical role in helping us test all of the systems, hardware, and technology we’ll need to conduct successful lunar operations during Artemis missions,” said Barbara Janoiko of NASA’s Johnson Space Center. “Our engineering and science teams have worked together seamlessly to ensure we are prepared every step of the way for when astronauts step foot on the Moon again.” Astronauts Kate Rubins and Andre Douglas donned mock spacesuits and test gear for a week of simulated moonwalking near Flagstaff, Arizona, where a volcanic desert served as a stand-in for the lunar surface. NASA astronaut Kate Rubins observes a geology sample she collected during a simulated moonwalk.NASA/Josh Valcarcel The tests were multipurpose, making sure that communications protocols with mission control were effective, putting technological devices that will used by moonwalkers through their paces, and doing dry runs of science-related activities, such as gathering geology samples. The technology tested included an augmented reality visor that could provide navigational information to astronauts, helping them stay oriented and relocate the lunar lander in an emergency.The test also simulated the communications procedures, allowing both astronauts and ground-based- teams to work together remotely to retrieve the most valuable geological samples and problem-solve in real-time. “During Artemis III, the astronauts will be our science operators on the lunar surface with an entire science team supporting them from here on Earth,” said Cherie Achilles, science officer for the test at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland. “This simulation gives us an opportunity to practice conducting geology from afar in real-time.” NASA astronaut Andre Douglas collects soil samples during the first in a series of four simulated moonwalks in Arizona. NASA/Josh Valcarcel All told the astronauts performed four ‘moonwalks’ and six technology demonstrations over the course of the week. These activities represent the fifth in a series of field tests, and are the “highest fidelity Artemis moonwalk mission simulation to date,” according to a NASA press release. Artemis III is targeting the lunar south pole, which is a new environment for humans, far removed from the landing sites of the Apollo mission of 1969-72. The permanently shadowed craters of the south pole are expected to hold water ice, a valuable resource in space not just as a refreshing drink, but also as a source of the primary ingredients (hydrogen and oxygen) needed to make rocket fuel. Rubins and Douglas’s space suits were open-sleeved for the Arizona desert, but prototypes of the actual spacesuits, currently under development by Axiom Space, are also undergoing testing. Future tests will have them put through their paces underwater at NASA’s Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory in Houston, Texas. Learn More: “NASA Tests Technology, Practices Artemis Moonwalks in Arizona Desert.” NASA. The post NASA is Practicing for the Moon With Partial Space Suits appeared first on Universe Today.