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Invasive ‘Frankenstein’ hybrid insect harms plants and humans

Invasive ‘Frankenstein’ hybrid insect harms plants and humans

A new hybrid fire ant is marching across the United States, and scientists say it can handle nearly any weather conditions or terrain that it encounters in the country. Dubbed the “Frankenstein ant” by local residents, the invasive species is a cross between the red imported fire ant and the black imported fire ant and has now taken root in …

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How To Limit And Turn Off Instagram’s Invasive Map Feature

How To Limit And Turn Off Instagram’s Invasive Map Feature

Instagram knows where you are, and now, so can anyone who you claim as a friend on the social media platform. On Wednesday, Instagram rolled out a Map feature to U.S. users that will share your location in real time to mutual followers. The feature is not turned on by default, but once you grant people access, Instagram Reels, posts …

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