13-year-old Yu Zidi shatters Asian Games 200m butterfly record
Thirteen-year-old Yu Zidi of China won the Asian Games women’s 200m butterfly in a games record time of 2:05.08, signaling a breakout moment as she eyes a potential future Olympic run.
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Butterfly appears as Dolly Parton tribute lights up the Grand Ole Opry
Following Dolly Parton’s death, a yellow butterfly fluttered across the Grand Ole Opry stage during a star-studded tribute, seen as a sign of Parton’s enduring legacy. Mae Estes had earlier performed a Parton favorite, while Carly Pearce, Jelly Roll and others paid homage with Parton songs; the Opry also featured butterfly imagery in the set design and pledged a portion of ticket sales to Parton’s Imagination Library.
Nova the Bison Calf: Joyful Birth, Brief Life, Butterfly Memory
Nova, a bison calf born June 28, 2026 at the South Park Buffalo Preserve, was named after a butterfly moment that comforted a grieving group member; despite hand-feeding, Nova died at 4 a.m. a few days later as Crimson mourned nearby, with a yellow butterfly later seen as a sign of Nova’s presence—an example of how nature entwines birth, loss, and memory. The article also notes the high mortality risk for newborn calves, including weak calf syndrome.
Ancient Genetic Trick Shapes Butterfly and Moth Wing Patterns Across 120 Million Years
A new study published in PLOS Biology shows that seven butterfly lineages and a day‑flying moth, despite diverging up to 120 million years ago, repeatedly use the same genetic “cheat sheet”—regulatory switches in ivory and optix—to produce identical warning color patterns; moths can even mimic these patterns via DNA inversions. The findings suggest such mimicry is more predictable than previously thought and could help scientists forecast how species adapt to climate change.
Prime Video Cancels 'Countdown' and 'Butterfly' After One Season
Amazon Prime Video has canceled the drama series 'Countdown' and 'Butterfly' after one season each, despite their presence on Nielsen’s top 10 streaming charts. 'Countdown,' starring Jensen Ackles, and 'Butterfly,' featuring Daniel Dae Kim, received mixed reviews, with critics citing weak storytelling and character development. The cancellations follow other recent series decisions by Prime Video, which has renewed some shows and canceled others.
Prime Video Cancels 'Countdown' and 'Butterfly' After One Season
Prime Video has canceled its two freshman series, Countdown and Butterfly, after one season each, despite their strong viewership and Nielsen rankings, with decisions based on global viewership metrics.
Piper Perabo Teases Season 2 of 'Butterfly' and Her Villain Juno
Piper Perabo discusses her role as the villain Juno in Prime Video's series Butterfly, highlighting her love for playing antagonists, the show's Korean filming locations, and potential story directions for a second season, including her character's possible escape and future actions.
‘Butterfly’ Series: Updates on Season 2, Cast, and Behind-the-Scenes Insights
'Butterfly' is a spy series starring Daniel Dae Kim, now streaming on Prime Video with all six episodes available since August 13; a second season has not been announced yet.
Daniel Dae Kim Discusses 'Butterfly' Finale and Future Seasons
The finale of Butterfly leaves several characters' fates uncertain, with potential for Season 2 to explore new locations and deeper character development, especially focusing on trust, family dynamics, and the characters' future paths.
Daniel Dae Kim Stars as a Spy in Amazon's 'Butterfly'
The article highlights trending shows to watch, featuring Daniel Dae Kim in Butterfly and Adam Devine's new project, with updates on popular TV programming as of August 13, 2025.
"Scientists Unveil Secret Behind Butterfly Wing Colors"
Researchers at the University of Sheffield and the Central Laser Facility have discovered that the protein actin is crucial in forming the vibrant colors of butterfly wings by orchestrating the arrangement of colorful structures in the scales. Using high-resolution microscopy, they observed that denser actin bundles create more reflective ridges, and altering these structures can cause colors to fade. This discovery could inspire new technologies in sensing, diagnostics, and sustainable paints. The study was published in Nature Communications.
"Hybridization Drives Evolutionary Breakthrough in Butterflies"
Scientists have discovered the first animal species that arose from the merging of two parental species' genomes, providing evidence that hybridization can drive the evolution of new species. The Amazonian butterfly species Heliconius elevatus is a genetic mixture of 1 percent H. melpomene and 99 percent H. pardalinus, with the hybridization event occurring around 180,000 years ago. This finding challenges the traditional "tree of life" model and suggests that there may be more hybrid butterfly species waiting to be discovered through genomic data analysis.
Mysterious New Hairy Species Discovered on Island Mountain
A researcher exploring Mount Wuzhi in China discovered a new species of butterfly, Celaenorrhinus qianhanae, with distinct wing patterns, genitalia, and DNA. The dark brown creature, named after the researcher's daughter, has unique wing markings and dense yellow hairs on its hindwing. Found only on Hainan Island, the species was identified at an elevation of about 2,620 feet and is characterized by its robust, curved penis and fan-shaped genital organs. This discovery adds to the thousands of new species found each year and highlights the ongoing exploration of biodiversity.
Twelve South's ButterFly: The Ultimate Portable MagSafe Charger for Apple Devices
Twelve South has released the ButterFly, a portable MagSafe charger that doubles as an Apple Watch charger. The compact design, premium build, and use of standard USB-C for power make it stand out among other chargers on the market. Priced at $129.99, it offers a 15W MagSafe charging pad, an Apple Watch fast charger, and the ability to charge AirPods Pro or Pro 2 with a MagSafe case. The ButterFly is a versatile and high-quality option for those looking to streamline their charging setup.
Twelve South Unveils Innovative 'ButterFly' MagSafe Charger for iPhone and Apple Watch
Twelve South has launched the "ButterFly," a compact 2-in-1 MagSafe-compatible charger that can charge an iPhone and Apple Watch simultaneously. The device can be folded into a hands-free display stand for the iPhone or used in Nightstand Mode for the Apple Watch. It comes with a 30W USB-C power adapter and four international plug adapters. The ButterFly is available for pre-order on Twelve South's website and can also be purchased from Apple.com and Apple retail stores.