From Olive Oil Kicks to Ancient Dolphin Discoveries: Fascinating Glimpses in Science News
Science news highlights include Cypriot soccer players energizing with spicy olive oil, chimpanzees consuming naturally fermented fruit alcohol, unveiling of a 10-million-year-old dolphin-like fossil in Peru, and Northrop Grumman's spacecraft prepping for an ISS mission post-software adjustment.
Spearheading a new trend in sports nutrition, soccer players in Cyprus are incorporating a potent preparation of early-harvest olive oil into their routines. The fiery liquid, known for its inflammation-reducing properties due to polyphenols, represents a unique approach to enhancing athletic performance.
In a unique observation, scientists revealed that wild chimpanzees in East and West Africa are consuming significant amounts of alcohol through naturally fermenting fruits. The study equates their consumption to a person imbibing two cocktails daily, underscoring an unforeseen aspect of chimp dietary habits.
A groundbreaking discovery emerged from Peru as researchers uncovered the remains of an ancient dolphin-like creature in the desert, dating back up to 12 million years. Found in July, the fossil sheds light on marine life history when the area was submerged under the Pacific Ocean.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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