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The Disappearing Y Chromosome: What It Means for the Future of Human Evolution

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Genetic Role: The Y chromosome is one of two sex chromosomes in humans, the other being the X chromosome. It is responsible for determining male sex characteristics, as it contains the SRY gene (Sex-determining Region Y), which triggers male development by initiating the formation of testes. Size and Gene Content: The Y chromosome is significantly smaller than the X chromosome, containing around 50-60 million base pairs compared to the X chromosome’s 155 million base pairs. It has about 55-200 functional genes, many of which are involved in male sex determination and spermatogenesis (the production of sperm). The sex of human…

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Red Sea Under Threat: Houthi Attack on Oil Tanker Sparks Fears of Environmental Disaster

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The ongoing attacks in the Red Sea by the Iran-backed Houthi rebels have had significant global repercussions, especially concerning maritime security and international trade. Since late 2023, the Houthis have launched numerous attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea, often targeting ships with perceived Israeli connections. However, many of these attacks have also impacted civilian and non-Israeli ships, causing widespread disruption in a critical maritime corridor.  Breaking Defense The Red Sea faces the threat of an environmental disaster after the Houthis targeted the Greek-owned merchant vessel Sounion, which was transporting one million barrels of crude oil. The attack, which…

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