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Sperm Whales Orchestrate Cooperative Birth, Keeping Calf Afloat as a Tight-Knit Group
science15 days ago

Sperm Whales Orchestrate Cooperative Birth, Keeping Calf Afloat as a Tight-Knit Group

Field observers off Dominica in July 2023 captured an 11-whale group from two matrilines coordinating a calf’s birth and postnatal care, with a core quartet lifting and maintaining the newborn at the surface for breathing while the wider group stayed cohesive; the study, aided by machine learning and computer vision to track individuals, provides rare quantitative evidence of allocare and complex sociality in sperm whales and was published in Science Advances.

business1 month ago

SEC Overhauls Enforcement Manual to Heighten Transparency and Efficiency

The SEC’s Division of Enforcement updated its Enforcement Manual to boost fairness, transparency, and efficiency in investigations. Key changes include a four‑week Wells submission window and Wells meetings within four weeks with senior staff, plus the ability to consider settlement offers and related waivers simultaneously. The updates also refine cooperation considerations, the formal order process, referrals to criminal authorities, and internal collaboration, with yearly reviews to keep the manual current and aligned with best practices to protect investors and maintain fair markets.

Iran's Parliament Approves Suspension of IAEA Cooperation
world9 months ago

Iran's Parliament Approves Suspension of IAEA Cooperation

Iran's parliament has approved a bill to suspend cooperation with the IAEA, requiring future inspections to be approved by the Supreme National Security Council, amid tensions following Israeli attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities. The move aims to accelerate Iran's civilian nuclear program and reflects strained relations with the IAEA, which Iran accuses of bias and lack of credibility.

Democratic Governors Unite to Challenge Trump's Second Term
politics1 year ago

Democratic Governors Unite to Challenge Trump's Second Term

Democratic governors are adopting a more cooperative approach towards a potential second Trump administration, recognizing the need to balance resistance with collaboration on issues like infrastructure. This shift from their previous confrontational stance reflects a more politically sophisticated Trump and the governors' desire to protect federal funding for key projects. While some governors, like New Jersey's Phil Murphy, are open to working with Trump, others, such as California's Gavin Newsom, remain staunchly opposed. The strategy aims to navigate the political landscape while preparing for future elections.

"China, Japan, and South Korea Hold First Trilateral Summit Since 2019"
international-relations1 year ago

"China, Japan, and South Korea Hold First Trilateral Summit Since 2019"

South Korean, Chinese, and Japanese leaders met to discuss sensitive issues such as Taiwan, North Korea, and the South China Sea, and explored ways to boost cooperation. While no major announcements are expected, the resumption of high-level talks after a four-year hiatus is seen as a positive step towards improving relations. The leaders also discussed economic cooperation and agreed to launch new dialogue channels and restart negotiations on various agreements.