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Continental Ecuador is the region with the third highest density of endemic plant species worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about 60% of the world's po[CENSORED]tion uses plants as alternative or complementary medicine, and 80% of the po[CENSORED]tion in developing countries depends on them to meet their primary care needs. of health. Photo: Courtesy Continental Ecuador is the region with the third highest density of endemic plant species worldwide, of the estimated 20,000 plant species in the country, around 20% are endemic. Compared to other countries with similar biological diversity such as Indonesia, the Dominican Republic, Thailand and Peru; in the country you can find the plant species with the highest cytotoxic activity against human cancer cells. Another considerable feature is the ethnomedical knowledge of many indigenous communities in Ecuador. This is a multinational country that is home to 14 nationalities and 18 different indigenous peoples. The great botanical diversity together with the ethnocultural richness of the country translates into an ancient heritage around the knowledge and use of a large number of medicinal plants. Ethnomedical research seeks to analyze bioactive compounds from medicinal plants used mainly by indigenous and rural po[CENSORED]tions. For Juan Carlos Romero, coordinator of the Natural Products: Cancer and Parasitosis research group at the Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja (UTPL), which works in indigenous communities belonging to the Saraguro people, "when we do ethnomedical research we seek to find out how application that the community gives to the plant or to the mixture of them to try to simulate that in the conditions of our laboratory”. Marketing has been in charge of putting the healthy label on all products of natural origin and that is not entirely true, as Romero explains: “just because it is natural does not mean that it cannot harm you. Sometimes there are plants that work and kill cancer cells, but at the same time they can be toxic. Prolonged intake of these plants can have serious side effects that affect the liver or kidney. Given the evidence of antitumor activity of a plant, the researcher considers it essential to identify the recommended doses and the appropriate duration of treatment for its consumption to be effective and safe. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about 60% of the world's po[CENSORED]tion uses plants as alternative or complementary medicine, and 80% of the po[CENSORED]tion in developing countries depends on them to meet their primary care needs. of health. Approximately 66% of the drugs approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for cancer are secondary metabolites from plants or their synthetic analog treatments. The commitment to basic research in the area of natural products in tropical countries is essential to discover new compounds that open up new ways of treating diseases and contribute to local development. What skin care should a cancer patient have? Currently there are many curative and palliative treatments for cancer that allow the eradication of tumor cells. These include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and even gene therapy. During chemotherapy, the application of a series of chemical compounds, whether natural or synthetic, leads to the induction of cell death or cell cycle arrest in tumor cells. These anti-cancer chemicals can be used alone or, more often, in combination with other chemicals or non-chemicals. Secondary metabolites isolated from microorganisms, plants, and marine species, among others, have been an important source of bioactive substances with potential anticancer capabilities. (YO) Link: https://www.eluniverso.com/noticias/informes/plantas-con-mayor-potencial-anticancerigeno-se-encontrarian-en-ecuador-nota/

Economic activities related to water, sea and oceans, with ample employment potential, are essential to achieve global sustainability goals From fishing and aquaculture to the generation of renewable energy, coastal tourism, biotechnology, desalination, research or maritime safety: all of this, and much more, is part of the so-called blue economy, which encompasses any related activity. with water, sea and oceans. Its tremendous size bears witness to the fact that, if it were comparable to a national economy, it would be the seventh largest in the world, and the ocean would be part of the exclusive G-7. Its potential leaves little room for doubt: just the traditional sectors of this adequate economy, in the EU, 4.5 million direct jobs and 650,000 million euros in turnover; figures that rise to 5.4 million jobs (and a gross added value of 500,000 million euros per year) if all economic activities that in one way or another depend on the sea are included, according to a recent study by the European Comission. These few data serve to justify why the blue economy, along with climate change and circular economy policies, will be essential to achieve the sustainable development goals set on the international agenda. “The European Green Deal calls for the transformation of our economy into a modern, resource-efficient and competitive economy, in which net greenhouse gas emissions are phased out and the EU's natural capital is protected”, says Cristina Sánchez, executive director of the United Nations Global Compact in Spain. A purpose in which, he maintains, the blue economy must be instrumental, but which is not currently supported by the facts: "Sustainable Development Goal 14 establishes 10 ambitious goals for the protection and restoration of the oceans and, without However, it is the one that has received the least investment worldwide so far, and it was also the least prioritized by Spanish companies in 2022”, he adds. The blue economy offers many opportunities for economic growth, whether through activities such as sustainable fishing, aquaculture, coastal tourism or oceanic renewable energy, which, for example (and according to industry sources) could already contribute in 2050. 10% of current electricity needs in Europe. The prospects are rosy: "Spain is a power in the incipient floating solutions for offshore wind farms, and the European country with the most R&D facilities for floating wind and other energies from the sea, such as the Canary Islands Oceanic Platform, the Vizcaya Marine Energy Platform or the experimental zone for the use of marine energy in Punta Langosteira (La Coruña), the second test bench in the world for wave energy”, explains Juan Alfaro, general secretary of the Sustainability Excellence Club. . As in other areas of sustainable development, the role of research and innovation "is undoubtedly a fundamental lever when promoting solutions to the challenges demanded by the 2030 Agenda and, in this case, achieving responsible management of the ocean and water as a resource," says Sánchez. Some advances that can be observed in sectors such as fishing and aquaculture, thanks to innovations such as selective nets or aquaponics systems (which combine the breeding of fish and plants in water); in the generation of renewable energy, thanks to the power of waves (wave energy), ocean currents or tides (tidal); a field that also enjoys great potential due to the abundance of coasts in Spain. Other sectors have to do with maritime transport, thanks to more efficient engines and more aerodynamic hulls; or blue biotechnology, which has become a continuous source of innovation and technological development based on marine resources, as Alfaro puts it: "Companies are constantly innovating with new products based on the principles of the circular economy, such as biorubbers made from algae for car tires or shoe soles, biofuels and, of course, medicines and cosmetic products”. Another of the sectors where the potential for development is greater is that of coastal tourism; an industry that grows at a rate of 121,000 million euros per year and that is closely linked to proper management of the ocean. “Tourism activities linked to the sea and the coast can significantly contribute to the sustainable development of coastal regions and the conservation of their natural and cultural heritage”, recalls Sánchez. Thus, "beach tourism, diving tourism, sustainable fishing or nautical tourism can generate significant economic and social benefits for local communities, as long as it is done in a responsible and sustainable manner... In addition, one of the challenges It is that companies in the sector are beginning to consider SDG 14 on underwater life as a business opportunity, something that currently does not happen”. In the city of Gijón, for example, of the 8,264 direct jobs generated by the blue economy (which, in turn, represents 14.2% of employment in the city), 72.8% correspond to coastal tourism ; 12.4% to port activities; 7.2% to the exploitation and commercialization of fishing and aquaculture; and 4% to shipbuilding and maintenance. Support for innovation and research is materialized there through specific financing lines, advice, access to infrastructures and even the transfer of knowledge, through the Gijón Azul chair of the University of Oviedo. Various innovative projects have emerged from public-private collaboration in the city “such as the development of a prototype unmanned marine vehicle for cleaning marinas; a project for the breeding of bivalves in the surroundings of the port of Musel and the study of ocle residues for their later use as fertilizers”, Impulsa transmits from Gijón. The go!ODS Awards, convened by the United Nations Global Compact (and which have just opened their fourth edition) reward the best sustainable innovation initiatives that aim to save the integrity of the oceans. Among the winning projects, Sánchez highlights the Bound4Blue project, which has developed a non-polluting alternative naval transport system; and OrbitalEOS, from Global Omnium, who propose an innovative marine pollution detection system. Challenges and professional profiles And what about the challenges of the blue economy? For Sánchez, there are three main challenges: increased pressure on marine ecosystems (including pollution, overfishing, climate change and ocean acidification); lack of investment in research and technology; and the lack of regulation and governance of the oceans, which can lead to overexploitation of resources and environmental degradation. Europe, however, has taken steps regarding this last point thanks to different regulations such as the Marine Strategy Framework Directive (2008), the Common Fisheries Policy (2013) or the Maritime Spatial Planning Directive (2014), "although more efforts are still needed to ensure the sustainable management of the oceans”, he points out. From Fundación Alternativas they recall that, in addition to climate change and circular economy policies, maritime protection is essential: not in vain, and according to the EU estimates, for every euro invested in protected marine spaces, a return of at least three is generated. euro With the SDGs and the 2030 Agenda fully integrated into the international political agenda, many experts agree when it comes to pointing out the need to rethink the skills of all professionals from the perspective of sustainability and responsible resource management. Professionals who, Sánchez points out, “must be predisposed to collaborate with other like-minded, sectoral and even competing organizations, because the challenges of sustainable development cannot be faced alone. Currently, and according to our data, a third of Spanish companies are training their staff in matters related to this”. In any case, the demand for professionals dedicated to the blue economy is as diverse as the sectors that make it up are varied. At the Vocational Training level, for example, technical profiles related to fishing and aquaculture, the maintenance of ships or facilities or renewable energy, among others, are sought; while, at the university level, careers related to Environmental or Naval Engineering are in high demand; the Sciences of the Sea; Biotechnology and/or robotics; Biochemistry; Biomedicine and even economists or lawyers specialized in maritime law. A demand that, moreover, "will continue to grow as new technologies are developed and economic activities at sea and on the coast expand," says the head of the Global Compact. Link: https://elpais.com/economia/formacion/2023-04-14/sin-la-economia-azul-el-futuro-no-sera-sostenible.html

This strange animal is easy to identify: it is brightly colored and floats on the surface of the water. In addition, in its extremities it stores poison in a very curious way. The coasts of Spain receive an unexpected visitor. In the Las Estacas cove, in Orihuela (Alicante), in August 2021, some bathers spot three strange organisms stranded on the seashore. Given the uncertainty, they alert the lifeguard services, who transport the animals to the Department of Zoology of the University of Murcia. Two days later, the same scene takes place in Torrevieja. These are specimens of the blue dragon (Glaucus atlanticus), a species that belongs to the family of nudribranch gastropods and whose natural habitat is the open sea. That is why its appearance on the Mediterranean coast is considered an exceptional event. The news becomes relevant almost two years later because, until now, there has been no official record of the apparition. Along with Mediterranean Marine Science, Quercus magazine has closely monitored the phenomenon and recently published: "The six blue dragons found in Orihuela and Torrevieja were found alive, although they ended up dying after a few hours." On the other hand, both entities have been in charge of transmitting to the lifeguard services a series of recommendations in case more specimens appear in the coming months. Although it is an animal that, by nature, does not frequent the Mediterranean coast, experts speculate that its appearance could be related to the increase in sea temperature. Identifying it is very easy since its peculiarity, as the name indicates, is its striking electric blue and gray color. It is a small animal: its size ranges between 2 and 3 cm. In fact, it fits perfectly in the palm of your hand. Furthermore, unlike other marine creatures, the blue dragon floats on the surface of the water. Is the blue dragon poisonous? Yeah. This strange animal stores poison in the cerata (also called “feathered wings”) that decorate its body. The way in which it acquires it is curious: it extracts the poison from its prey (jellyfish or Portuguese frigatebirds) and uses it to attack future prey. In other words, their way of hunting consists of giving their prey their own poison. Precisely for this reason, it is not a danger to humans. It only attacks if it feels threatened and the friction is similar to that caused by a jellyfish. This is why, despite being an unknown species to bathers in the Mediterranean, an encounter with the blue dragon should not go beyond alerting the corresponding services. Link: https://www.google.com/search?client=opera-gx&q=traductor&sourceid=opera&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8

This is technology with the highest level of comfort and protection for future BMW Motorrad motorcycles. High displacement premium motorcycles are objects of desire for many enthusiasts; Unfortunately, they are also for friends of foreign property, for this reason, BMW Motorrad is the first motorcycle manufacturer to offer an alternative to this problem with BMW iFace, a facial recognition system that makes the traditional ignition key obsolete and is complemented by wonder with Keyless Go technology. BMW iFace was developed in partnership with Dr. Gerhard Lesjöh, director of the world's leading institute of ophthalmology at the University of Munich. Initially, the system relies on the user's facial recognition technology, but is complemented by a detailed iris-cornea comparison of the eyes to establish a definitive identification. Facial recognition uses the latest 3D technology integrated into the modern TFT screen of BMW Motorrad motorcycles, which is not visible from the outside. The process is done by band spraying, a technology that has been used for many years, for example, in reverse engineering. To do this, the user's face is scanned, without a helmet, in a biometric and three-dimensional way. Said three-dimensional image is compared with a data record stored in the system. When the calibration is positive, the ignition, steering lock and other functions of the bike are released, making it an effective anti-theft system.Another advantage of the system is that this type of facial recognition also works in the dark, since 3D scanning works with infrared technology. Link: https://noticias.autocosmos.com.co/2023/04/14/bmw-iface-sistema-de-reconocimiento-facial-y-ocular-antirrobo-de-motos

It affects almost 40 percent of people over the age of 40 at least once in their lives. In an interview with "Martha Debayle en W", Jorge Madrigal, ENT specialist in vestibular rehabilitation, director of the Center for Vertigo and Dizziness of CDMX and Guadalajara. Founder of The Vertigo Academy. CDMX: 55-11-06-26-77/ GDL: 33-21-01-00-11 // IG: @dr.jorgemadrigal // FB: Center for Vertigo and Dizziness. According to the University of California San Francisco Medical Center: ● Vertigo affects nearly 40 percent of people over the age of 40 at least once in their lives. ● About 40 percent of migraine sufferers experience dizziness or vertigo. ● For those between the ages of 20 and 30, dizziness that comes “out of the blue” can be indicators of anxiety. ● Dizziness is more common in women than in men. >>GEORGE<< 1. At what point in history did we realize that the balance system is in the ear? Since prehistoric times, human beings knew that the sense of hearing was in the ears, but it was not until the 19th century that it was discovered that the most important part of the balance system was found in the inner ear. For centuries it was assumed that the entire inner ear, including the vestibular apparatus, was dedicated to hearing, both in humans and in animals, when, in fact, the balance system exists in very primitive animals, including jellyfish. 2. Why do some people get seasick in a car or on a boat? This has to do with the integration that the brain makes with the signals that help us perceive movement, which are especially sight and the movement detection system of the ear. When these signals coincide, the brain has no problem. But there are people (particularly those with migraine) whose brain takes time to integrate the signals, triggering a reaction where there is sweating, paleness, the urge to go to the bathroom, nausea, and vomiting. However, with continued exposure, the brain is able to adapt to this, as sailors do. 3. Is there vertigo at heights? Not in the strict sense. This term was po[CENSORED]rized with the 1958 film by Alfred Hitchcock where the protagonist suffers from acrophobia (or fear of heights) after he witnesses the death of people falling from heights. This film uses camera zoom effects that distort depth perception which is similar to what people suffer from not being able to accurately determine distances at certain heights. 4. How do ice skaters spin at full speed and not get dizzy? This is possible through a phenomenon of adaptation and habituation: anyone untrained in turning on their axis several times would fall when trying to walk (as in the game where people spin around on their foreheads on a baseball bat and then run). The brain is capable of stopping this spinning sensation but it requires a lot of training, and precisely these findings will help us understand how the brain can adapt and from there establish strategies to rehabilitate patients with vertigo. 5. Why does the "flying bed" effect happen when we drink a little more alcohol than we should? This effect is due to a combination of factors. One is because the density of a liquid inside the ear changes and when we put ourselves in a certain position the sensation of rotation is activated. Second: alcohol affects the cerebellum, which is one of the most important nervous system structures for balance. The interesting thing is that the “grounding” effect actually decreases the sensation because by perceiving the position of the floor with your foot, the brain counteracts the sensation of rotation that the inner ear is discovering from the presence of the alcohol. 6. Why do some people like amusement rides and others dread them? This is a very interesting topic since there are people who pay to get on games and there are others who wouldn't get on even if they were paid! It is striking that the same sensation provides such opposite sensations in different people. We are currently studying this, because both people who are afraid or anxious can worsen their balance, as well as people who are intolerant of movement. 7. Air crashes: why should a pilot avoid trusting his perception of movement? A pilot should avoid relying solely on his perception of movement because perception can be misleading and can lead to serious errors in decision making. Motion perception is based on sensory information received by the brain through the ears, eyes, and other sensory receptors in the body. However, this information can be affected by factors such as the illusion of movement, crosswind, lack of visual reference, fatigue, and other psychological or physiological factors. In addition, the sensations of movement can be different for each person, which means that the perception of one pilot may differ from that of another pilot. Therefore, pilots must rely on accurate flight instruments and navigation systems to obtain accurate and objective information about the position and movement of the aircraft. 8. Does being anxious or afraid really worsen balance? Anxiety and fear can negatively affect balance and motor coordination. When a person experiences anxiety or fear, their body releases stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline, which can increase heart rate, blood pressure, and muscle tension. These physiological responses can affect the way the brain processes sensory information and coordinates body movements. In situations of stress or fear, the body can be in a state of hyperactivity, which can cause a feeling of dizziness, lack of balance and/or instability. In addition, anxiety and fear can also affect concentration and attention, which can increase the risk of trips and falls. Link: https://wradio.com.mx/programa/2023/04/13/martha_debayle/1681411464_036007.html

If you have an Apple iPhone, surely you are already thinking about the news that is expected for iOS 17. Well, a list of advances that will be part of the new version of Apple's operating system for its iPhone phones has been released . And, the truth is that there is good news because all the good things that were expected are being confirmed. The main objective of the firm with the bitten apple is to optimize both the performance and the stability of the iOS operating system. It is not a great novelty, since it is the objective of all companies that develop operating systems. But, in this case, it should be noted that the idea is that the operation of the new iteration of the work we are talking about works as well as possible with the older models of Apple smartphones (as long as they maintain compatibility). The main lines in the improvements of iOS 17 Dynamic Island features are expected to be extended to all four iPhone 15 models this year. The source in this regard said that it will be able to "do much more" in iOS 17, without giving further details. The truth is that this element needs to be revitalized, since it has gone from being something completely new to requiring something merely an accessory where you can see the results of the NBA or the share price. Apple has to move forward here, and it seems that this is the intention. Another of the improvements will be advances in the design and customization of the Control Center. This tool has had a similar appearance since iOS 11, it seems that it can receive a redesign and, in addition, increase its use options. In addition, additional options for notifications and always-on display are also expected. The Camera and Health apps will see significant interface changes, and a significant number of new ARKit frameworks, as Apple prepares to release its rumored AR/VR headset later this year (we'll see if it's finally announced at WWDC). of 2023). It even seems that Apple is working so that the new version of iOS allows the use of interactive widgets on the home screen, something that could be very important in terms of usability. an interesting This would be the appearance of Ease of Access Mode, it would allow users to replace the current lock screen and home screen with more accessible UI elements, remove the app bar, and set much larger app icons among other things. Other changes in iOS 17 will be more focus filters and improvements in the Wallet application for use as a car key Apple is expected to announce iOS 17 during the WWDC 2023 keynote on June 5, and as usual, the first beta should be available to developers for testing that same day. Link: https://cincodias.elpais.com/cincodias/2023/04/13/lifestyle/1681377890_548074.html

The International Monetary Fund will change one of the most optimistic views on the Russian economy this year, despite the sanctions imposed on it for the invasion of Ukraine. Bloomberg) -- The International Monetary Fund will reverse one of its most optimistic views on the Russian economy this year, despite sanctions imposed on it over the invasion of Ukraine. An improvement to 0.7% in the latest IMF projections means Russia upset one of the biggest upward revisions among major economies to the fund's outlook in January, when it projected gross domestic product would expand 0.3%. in 2023. JPMorgan Chase & Co. is the only one forecasting a stronger rally this year, to 1%, according to estimates compiled by Bloomberg. The median forecast is for a contraction of 1.7%. “They have been able to keep quite a bit of momentum in the economy by taking, for example, very strong fiscal measures,” IMF chief economist Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas told reporters in Washington. "And so far they've been pretty resilient on the export revenue side as well, although we do anticipate that this will slow down." To temper optimism, the IMF said the outlook for Russia is bleaker beyond this year. Although it anticipates GDP expanding 1.3% in 2024, the fund's latest bet represents a 0.8 percentage point downturn since January, among the world's worst revisions. The economy contracted 2.1% last year, according to official figures, as rising commodity exports helped offset the impact of international sanctions. The decline was well below the 10% drop that some forecasts anticipated when punitive measures by the US and its allies were first imposed a little over a year ago. Losses to the economy are likely to continue to grow in the coming years. Russia's economy is on track to be 8% smaller by 2026 than it would have been if President Vladimir Putin had not ordered the attack on Ukraine in February 2022, according to Bloomberg Economics. The IMF assessment is similar. It places the impact on GDP at around 7% by 2027 relative to its prewar trajectory. “So the cumulative effect” from 2022 to 2024 “is quite strong,” Gourinchas said. By contrast, “most other economies are expected to recover and move closer to the pre-2022 forecast,” he said. Original Note: The IMF only follows JPMorgan for the most optimistic view of the Russian economy --With the collaboration of Harumi Ichikura. Link: https://www.infobae.com/america/agencias/2023/04/14/fmi-y-jpmorgan-con-perspectiva-mas-optimista-sobre-economia-rusa/

The group of felids, known as felines, is a family belonging to placental mammals (presence of placenta), of the order Carnivora. Felines are one of the most representative groups of the animal kingdom, being a fundamental factor within the food chain, being considered as primary terrestrial predators. Among the main characteristics that distinguish this family is that they are fast, agile animals, record great distances, are capable of climbing trees, as well as climbing rocky areas with ease. According to what was described by the UNAM, «The claws are hands or feet provided with curved, strong and sharp nails. Cats have retractable nails, this means that they can be removed and stored at will. They use them to mark their territory, to climb trees and also to hold their prey when hunting. This ability to retract their claws and the pads on their feet also helps them to be stealthy." Another characteristic that distinguishes them is the presence of triangular ears with semi-round tips, large eyes and a short face. Its dental formula is exclusive to felines. They have in the upper jaw 6 incisors, 2 canines, 6 premolars and 2 molars; in the lower jaw it has 6 incisors, 2 canines, 4 premolars and 2 molars. The cats are carnivorous animals, the vast majority of the species are solitary, looking for their equals only for reproduction, where the females are in charge of the young during the first 2 years of their lives. Currently, the group of cats is one of the most threatened, with endangered species on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, mainly due to the loss of their natural habitat and their illegal hunting. looking for his fur. Within the representatives of the felid family, there are organisms that resemble each other, even though they are different species. This confusion is due to the similarity of their fur, being the jaguar, the leopard and the cheetah, the animals that are hardest not to confuse. What is the difference between the jaguar, the leopard and the cheetah? According to biologist Nick A. Romero, "Sizes among these three animals vary, with the jaguar being the largest animal of the three, reaching 180 centimeters and an average height of 75 cm." The Panthera onca (jaguar) is an animal that is most active during sunset and sunrise, however, it can be seen throughout the day. On the other hand, the Panthera pardus (leopard) has shorter legs than the other two species, a characteristic that gives it an advantage when climbing or climbing. This species is nocturnal, so it prefers to have its activities at night. While, the Acinonyx jubatus (cheetah or cheetah, as it is also known), is the one that has the longest legs of the three, but its head is smaller and rounded. The main difference that distinguishes cheetahs from leopards or jaguars is the presence of a black line that runs down their face and even reaches to draw the outline of their eyes. This animal is also considered one of the fastest, reaching 103 kilometers per hour when running. Link: https://ensedeciencia.com/2023/04/13/cual-es-la-diferencia-entre-jaguar-leopardo-y-guepardo-2/

The Italian manufacturer has become one of the favorite brands in the Mexican territory, mainly due to the number of events it carries out for the Ducatisti. Ducati invited riders from all over Mexico to the Hermanos Rodríguez racetrack in CDMX for a one hundred percent Ducati experience. Francesco Milicia, Vice President of Ducati Global Sales; Jason Chinnock, CEO of Ducati North America; Erwin Richter, director of Ducati Mexico and Dario Marchetti, director of DRE Instructors were in charge of directing the event for the ducatisti. RECEPTION On Wednesday April 11 at 07:30 hours the registration of the pilots began. Panigale, Supersport, Multiristada, Streetfighter and Monster motorcycles arrived from all over the Republic. It was verified that the pilots had a driver's license and that the motorcycles met all the requirements to be able to be driven on the track. As the riders checked in, their motorcycles were checked by a group of certified Ducati technicians for a mechanical check. group photo DRE Racetrack Ducati | Photo by Moto Magazine BREAKFAST AND TALK While the motorcycles were being inspected, all the riders and their companions were invited to the racetrack dining room, where a breakfast consisting of coffee, game, seasonal fruit and delicious chilaquiles awaited them. With a full stomach and around 10:30 in the morning, everyone was summoned to a safety talk led by Dario Marchetti, director of DRE instructors. The talk lasted approximately 30 minutes. The instructors who provided their support at the event were introduced: Eric Gallardo, Supermotard Rally driver; Daniel Cano, seven times Motoamerica National Champion; Jaime Guzmán, GTM Super Cup driver; Alberto Rovirosa, fourth place in the CMVA California Championship. EVERYONE ON THE TRACK! After coloring their safety equipment, all the drivers were gathered below the finish line to immortalize the event with a group photo. At 11:30 a.m., the users got on their motorcycles, warmed up their engines and reconnoitred the track with several laps at light speed. In beginner, intermediate and advanced, the 75 pilots were separated to provide them with better instruction and give them a more complete experience. All the pilots had the opportunity to complete 45 laps on the track, following the instructions of the experts and putting them into practice to improve their driving style. The main event concluded at 6:00 p.m., with a total of 6 and a half hours of activities on the track. DINNER AND CLOSURE With a two and a half hour break, the pilots had time to rest and freshen up to get to the luxurious dinner at the Loma Linda restaurant, listed as one of the best meat establishments in the country. Everyone tasted an exquisite Argentine grill, empanadas, top sirloin and a salad bar. To sweeten dinner a bit, Ducati prepared an audiovisual material, extending its gratitude to all users for their loyalty to the brand and for being a key link for its growth in the Country. Link: https://revistamoto.com/wp_rm/ducati-lleva-a-cabo-su-dre-racetrack-academy/

Thanks to the sheep we can make milk, cheese, clothes and even sayings and expressions. How many times have you heard that "I am the black sheep" of the family? In context, the Spanish proverb is full of metaphors and phrases where these animals are protagonists. And they are not only present in prayers, they are also famous in sleep, why are sheep counted in order to sleep? We discover this and more curiosities in Now or Never! count sheep to sleep Sheep are already an icon of sleep and insomnia. "You can not sleep? Well, count sheep!" How many times have you heard that phrase? They say that doing so prevents the mind from thinking and puts you in a drowsy state. But who had this idea? Why sheep? The truth is that the exact origin of this method of sleep is unknown, however, the first written reference dates back to the 12th century and points to a children's story that was created with the aim of making those who read its legends fall asleep. In relation to the sheep, the story told the story of a king who had a storyteller at his service who invented fables and stories every night so that the monarch would fall asleep, since he suffered from insomnia. Each time he asked for longer stories and, in this way, the storyteller came up with the chronicle of a farmer who bought a thousand sheep and who, when taking them back home, hit a river. To lengthen the story, the narrator counted each sheep one by one. Thus, the story points out, that the king entered a deep sleep. Why is it said not to mix churras with merinos? When one begins to mix songs in an incoherent way, it is very common to hear someone tell them: Don't mix churras with merinas. But where does this phrase come from? Because it is said? The reason lies in the types of sheep, in this sense there is the Churra sheep, which gives good meat, and the Merino sheep, which gives good wool. And what if they get together? According to the experts, instead of being encouraged, these qualities are damaged, that is, they would not give good meat or good wool. Crazy is the sheep that confesses to the wolf... Another saying, less used and less known, but which also refers to sheep, is the one that says: Crazy is the sheep that confesses to the wolf. A saying that basically means that you have to be careful who you tell things to, lest you end up regretting it. Why is being the black sheep spoken of as something derogatory? But the sheep give more play, not only for sayings, we also have the derogatory expression: Being the black sheep. Which comes from the unusual presence of a black sheep in the flock. It was said that this was bad for the breeder, since that wool was not quoted in the market. In Iceland there are more sheep than people In Iceland there are not only more sheep than people, but the number of these animals doubles the number of inhabitants. In addition, there is a myth that says that in Iceland the sheep always go three by three, this is because the Icelandic sheep usually have two young and they grow so fast that in a few months they usually have the same size as the mother. that is why it is common to see them in a trio. Link: https://www.rtve.es/television/20230412/ovejas-dormir-sueno-contamos-refranes-animal/2438317.shtml

The Brazilian player was chosen MVP of the match. Vini seems to be at a peak where he still aspires to increase his level./UEFA Vinicius took the MVP award for being the best player in the match between Real Madrid and Chelsea in the First Leg of the Champions League Quarterfinals. UEFA gave it to him because the new Portugal coach, Roberto Martínez, dictated it. And it is that the Brazilian impresses everyone. Vini is ahead of all rivals, technically and physically. At the end of the game he admitted that his secret is at work: "I train tomorrow and afternoon" The match: "We played very well, the pressure was like last season. It's one of the best games of the season but it's time to come back and we have to keep our heads calm and come out strong like we did here". There could have been more goals: "We had a lot of space and we always want to score more goals, but we played against a great team and we know how difficult it is to play the second leg away, that's why we wanted to score more goals. But now we have to keep our heads calm." Madrid becomes Champions: "All the players who wear this shirt know that playing in the Champions League is very special, the fans are very supportive and if you play for Madrid you have to have this desire in the Champions League." It's in good time: "I train with Pintus, at home in the afternoon with my coach to get to these games and to these phases of the season well." Win the ballon d'or: "What I want is to win many Champions, like Modric and Benzema. My wish right now is that". Ancelotti: "For me he is the best coach in the world, I wish he was my coach in Brazil and at Madrid" [laughs] provocations: "I am used to it, I have received provocations from the age of 8 to the 18 that I arrived here" Link: https://www.marca.com/mx/futbol/champions-league/2023/04/13/64373d4222601d185c8b45ac.html

The executive president of the International Monetary Fund, David Malpass, as he leaves the G-24 meeting in the framework of the spring summit of the Fund and the World Bank in Washington, D.C. this week. PHOTO: EFE/EPA/SHAWN THEW. World Bank and IMF meetings must address financial and climate risks. Opinion of the Board of Directors of the Financial Times In the last three years, the world economy has suffered an unprecedented series of shocks. After the blow caused by the pandemic, the Russian invasion of Ukraine left an additional mess. Both events contributed to a cost-of-living crisis, prompting central banks to rapidly raise interest rates to contain runaway inflation. It could be said that the international economic system has shown remarkable resilience. Until now, the most pessimistic forecasts of a generalized financial crisis and a chain of debt defaults by low-income countries have been avoided. But the world economy is badly damaged. The IMF projects the weakest medium-term global growth outlook in 30 years. Policy makers at the World Bank/IMF spring meetings this week face the task of stabilizing the world economy and putting it on a stronger path. The IMF forecasts global growth of 2.8% this year, slightly below expectations in January. The possibility of growth falling below 2% also stands at 25%. In fact, price pressures are proving more persistent than anticipated and economic conditions have become more fragile. A senior IMF official has noted "acute" risks to the global financial system, with many advanced economies expected to slow this year as high interest rates squeeze credit. Several pressing risks will have to be addressed to get the global economy back on track. Although some calm has returned to the banking system following the failure of three US banks and UBS's emergency takeover of Credit Suisse in March, financial markets remain on shaky ground. Central banks see the end of this rate hike cycle, but the rapid reversal of a decade of cheap money is exposing vulnerability. They are concerned about the impact of high interest rates in the commercial real estate sector and in the non-banking sector. Central bankers face a difficult situation: they must prevent further instability and ensure that the elevated lift does not entrench. At the same time, rising borrowing costs are reaching developing countries, which have accumulated huge debts to cope with the pandemic and high food and energy prices, compounded by strong of the dollar. About 60% of low-income countries are at high risk of having debt problems or have already had them. The poorest countries also face the highest foreign debt service bills in 25 years. The high debt burden complicates the task of developing countries, which need more than 2tn (millions of millions) of dollars per year between now and 2030 to reduce emissions and deal with the damages of climate change. Redoubling efforts to address global warming is paramount to prevent people in poor countries from falling further into poverty, and boost growth and job creation. Geopolitical risks also undermine global prospects. The IMF considers that the long-term cost of trade fragmentation, as a consequence of the tensions between the US and China, could be around 7% of world GDP. Barriers to trade, investment, and technology transfer would limit growth, especially in the poorest countries. Policy makers will need to mitigate these risks. Regulators must remain vigilant about the repercussions of high interest rates; the recent banking crisis should also be a wake-up call to improve bank and non-bank regulation. There is hope that the meetings can advance a framework to restructure the debt of developing countries in an orderly way among creditors, including China. Efforts for international financial institutions to mobilize increased financing to address climate change, both through more efficient use of their balance sheets and through private sector partnerships, are also vital. The complex and conscious challenges facing countries require an ambitious and cooperative global response. This week's meetings are a crucial time to get that going. Link: https://eltiempolatino.com/2023/04/12/opinion/la-fragil-economia-mundial/

If there is an animal that we can classify as intelligent, that is, without a doubt, the dolphin. Some think that, although it is impossible for us to determine its degree of intelligence, it may be very similar to human. Dolphins, cetaceans, arose 50 million years ago from terrestrial mammals that gradually adapted to aquatic life. Like us and other mammals, dolphins are warm-blooded animals and breathe air, unlike fish, which absorb oxygen dissolved in the water. And there are things that evolutionary adaptation cannot change. But what interests us most about dolphins is their brain, which weighs just over a kilo and a half -ours has a mass of 1.36 kg-. Now, if what we want to evaluate is the possible intelligence of an animal, what matters is not the mass or the size of the brain. If so, the whale must be more intelligent than us because its brain is much larger. What really needs to be taken into account is the relationship between the brain and the rest of the body. In us this relationship is of masses is 2% and in the dolphin something higher than 1%, greater than that of the chimpanzee, our first cousin, which is less than 1%. Its cerebral cortex is as complicated as ours, but in our brain the density of neurons is greater. the language of dolphins One of the most interesting elements of study is whether dolphins have developed a sufficiently complex language. If so, we can ask ourselves if one day we will be able to find in it something similar to words, a syntax and a grammar. Quite a challenge, considering that dolphins do not speak but whistle, so to speak. Dolphins have an echolocation system very similar to that of bats, with which they obtain information regarding the distance, dimensions and structure of the object on which the sound has been reflected. Even their characteristic jumps can serve them for more than just breathing: with the sound of splashing they signal their presence to the rest of the group. Therefore, the vision that the dolphin has of the world is absolutely different from ours. The human being obtains his image of the world from sight, from light, while the dolphin does so from hearing, from sound. This means that any attempt to communicate with them would involve transforming their sound world into our visual world, something millions of times more complicated than trying to decipher a dead language. How to convey perceptions such as color? If we reflect a little, most of our language is mediated by our perception and consequent interpretation of the world. Even the so-called non-verbal language such as raising an eyebrow, a half smile or a wink have impressive potential: no one escapes the fact that face-to-face communication is much deeper than the telephone conversation, or that it is more so. that the letter, the electronic mail or the chat. Trying to understand the language of dolphins – could we name it Dolphin? – can be of great help in the event that one day we receive a message from the stars, from an extraterrestrial civilization. Will we be able to communicate with them? At least, with the dolphins we share a planet, a genetic patrimony and a biological evolution to a certain extent parallel. How can we communicate with aliens with whom we share nothing at all, not the slightest bit of DNA? Be that as it may, another of the peculiar behaviors of dolphins is their relationship with humans. And among all the examples, what happened in New Zealand in the middle of the last century is most extraordinary.The dolphin that conveyed good feelings In 1955 the inhabitants of the city of Opononi observed that a young dolphin approached the port almost every day and began to follow the boats and swimmers. In particular, the dolphin seemed to have a predilection for a 13-year-old girl, whom he allowed himself to be touched and who, on occasions, he carried on his back. The news spread like wildfire, and by the end of 1955 people from all over the place, no matter how far or near, were thronging the small town, jamming the beach road, and camping on the sand. The dolphin, who had been baptized with the name of Opo, seemed to enjoy his fame and every day he would wander along the very shore. But the most fascinating of all was not the behavior of the dolphin, but the effect it produced on the thousands of tourists who came there. For the first time in history, and contrary to what happened every year, there was not a single case of drunkenness or fight. People who didn't know each other chatted amicably among themselves, exchanging their experiences and concerns. Link: https://www.muyinteresante.es/ciencia/60111.html

Yeah. That's his full name. As if to make it very clear, if anyone has doubts, what is its origin. And thanks to this, the Scram has a particularity: it is one of the few, if not the only, scrambler derived from an adventure, a difference from the rest that, normally, is a derivative of a street or a roadster, and with this we have a motorcycle that, on paper, is much more apt to withstand the abuse that any user who acquires it as such can give it. Then there is the other side of the scramblers, which in their essence are those motorcycles designed to be used in the city on a day-to-day basis and at the same time meet the conditions to go out and have those little adventures outside the urban environment, on land, in gravel and even in the sand. And this is somewhat the use that we gave it to test it, but there is also the facha movement, which is what the motorcycle acquires because of what it represents from an aesthetic point of view, and sometimes they even incorporate changes that make them more radical -covers, exhaust, suspensions-, but they don't make use of those extra capabilities, they're just for the photo. Well, Royal Enfield spent a long time with only one model built on its 411cc engine, an accessible route with a very adventurous approach. A bike that was specifically designed for its domestic market, to climb the high altitude paths of the Himalayas, hence its name, something the bike does very well. With that chucu chucu that the single cylinder does without climbing much in the turns, but with enough torque to climb, climb and not show any fatigue. Well, it was a bit of the qualities that took the bike to other markets and they did it successfully. Meanwhile, the rest of the brand's families were adding new members: Interceptor, Continental GT, Super Meteor, Meteor, Hunter, Classic, Bullet. And so the Scram appeared, which, to tell the truth, at first seemed like a product without much sense. How much would they be able to change a Himalayan with the modifications proposed by the brand. But later we understood that you don't always have to change the bike radically, but often the change starts from the conceptual. From offering a cleaner, less loaded motorcycle, with a cooler, simpler design and 15 kilos less that never hurt. So I offer you a simpler and cheaper motorcycle, so that you can use it every day to get around and if the bard paints you for a while, you have what to do it with. And from that side the bike began to close us much more. And around this idea is that we faced this test of the Royal Enfield Scram 411, a product that was presented in our country in October of last year, and that we had the opportunity to test on more than one occasion, but that we had not been able to organize. the test so far between trips and other herbs. As a complement to what we are going to show you in the video, we did not mention the behavior of the brakes, but rather their technical characteristics. And we refer to this because it is one of the strengths of the bike. Unlike the Himalayan, on the Scram you can't turn off the ABS on the rear wheel, and it doesn't make much sense on a bike whose main focus is on being for everyday use, and if you're desperate to turn it off there are always ways. Regardless of this the bike has good stopping power. We want to thank Lema Motor and Royal Enfield Vicente López once again for bringing the bike closer to us so we can do a new test. Here we leave you with this test ride of the Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411. We hope you like it and, as always, see you in the comments. What we liked the most MOTHER: + The design of the bike is refreshed and rejuvenated with very little, a smart solution. + 15 kilos less are always welcome. + A much more agile motorcycle for day to day and that has everything to have fun. FM: + price It has ABS and injection at a very affordable price. + May only have 24hp. But the bike moves very easily. + Says Scrambler, and conveys robustness. I would put it anywhere. What we liked least MOTHER: – The same old story, it lacks final speed. – The disconnectable abs cost nothing to leave it and would have been a nice plus – We are already in times of full LED lighting. FM: - It's obvious. 20km/h more final speed would be ideal. – And it is also obvious. 20kg less would also be ideal. - Led lights? I really didn't find anything else that I didn't like. DATA SHEET Model: Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 Price: $5,699 Warranty: 2 years or 20,000 kilometers Marketed by: Grupo Simpa ENGINE Type: single cylinder, 4-stroke, SOHC, electronic injection, air cooling. Displacement: 411cc Power: 24.5 hp at 6,500 rpm Torque: 32 Nm at 4,500 rpm TRANSMISSION Type: per chain Box: five speeds. CHASSIS Front Suspension: 41mm telescopic front fork, 190mm travel Rear suspension: Monoshock shock with links and 180 mm of travel Front Brakes: 300mm disc brake with two-piston caliper Rear Brakes: 240mm disc brake with single piston caliper ABS: yes Traction control: No Tyres: CEAT 100/90/19 front and 120/90/17 rear. BENEFITS Top speed: 140km/h Acceleration 0-100: n/a DIMENSIONS Length x Width x Height: 2160mm x 840mm x 1165mm Wheelbase: 1,455mm Clearance: 200mm Seat height: 795mm Dry weight: 185 kg Fuel tank: 15 liters Link: https://motoblog.com/test-ride-royal-enfield-himalayan-scram-411/

Between the current situation, current affairs, novels, and children's and youth, we present four books that could stand out among the novelties of Filbo, which will begin in Bogotá on April 18 As the iconic Japanese writer and translator, author of novels, short stories and essays Haruki Murakami would say: "If you only read the books that everyone else is reading, you can only think what everyone else is thinking." This is why it is worth highlighting those titles and writers that do not always have a place on the large platforms, both traditional and digital, the same ones that can be in charge of po[CENSORED]rizing something or, on the contrary, discrediting it in a matter of moments. 1) Old furniture by Roberto Pombo-Joint: “This is not a history book nor is it a journalistic investigation; it is rather a series of profiles on the fly, without any rigorous or academic aspirations, in which I evoke the life and work of the presidents whose mandate I had to cover as a journalist since I started at the Alternativa magazine, back in the late 1950s. years 1970″ (...) “Ultimately, the presidents of Colombia have always been like those rodeo riders in the United States, who think they are going to dominate the bull very quickly, and it turns out that the indomitable animal knocks them down in five seconds. This is how it would normally be here. Each one, in their own way, all these characters are full of qualities and virtues, many of them really talented and some even gifted; But in the blink of an eye, the indomitable colt of the government throws them to the ground, and from there the only thing left for them is to survive, endure, count the hours until the ordeal is over.” Old furniture by Roberto Pombo / Planeta 2) The old malaise of the new world of Mauricio García Villegas-Actualidad: Excessive anger tends to harm the one who feels it more than the offender and the same happens with other emotions such as fear, resentment and revenge. Countries, like people, are also victims of this emotional lawlessness, with which, in all parts of the planet, something of this is suffered. But in Latin America, these emotions have undermined social coexistence more, hindered political activity more, made it more difficult to achieve collective projects, frustrated long-range objectives more. This book is an essay on Latin America and also on the current world, on its achievements and its failures, on the emotional overflow that we see today in culture and politics, and on the weakening of the institutions that could help us avoid a eventual tragic future. Here we don't just talk about sadness. Following a tradition that dates back to the 18th century, the author postulates, especially at present, the rescue of the Americanist feeling and the spiritual unity of the continent, in the midst of its cultural diversity and the unfathomable beauty of its nature. The old malaise of the new world by Mauricio García Villegas / Planet 3) Bury your name II, the murderers of the mount by Daniel Ángel-Novel: Many years later they also spoke of the escape, of the black and thick jungle, of the children who fell like nuts from the trees and were devoured by the earth. They spoke of the mothers who carried their dead children, of the curse of the men who persecuted them, for this reason they, the usual victims, had no other escape than to throw themselves into the abyss. The lost son of Erasmo Soler is now part of Los Pájaros de Colores, a criminal gang that blurs the lines between victims and perpetrators. Decades later, Ulises Villa Paz embarks on the task of finding the land of his lost brother, that land that for years has antagonized those who want to become a refuge from war and water a seed that does not germinate in violence. ["Bury your name I (Blood in the mouth)", by Daniel Ángel, can be purchased in its digital edition of Bajalibros by clicking here.] Bury your name II, the murderers of Mount Daniel Angel / Planet 4) YOLO Adventures 2 The mystery of the Amazon of Yolo, Nando, Mariana and Panda-Children and youth: The Adventurers have received some emails with alarming information that someone is destroying the Amazon. As they are the youtubers most committed to caring for the environment, they decide to go investigate but they cannot imagine what they will find robots shaped like dinosaurs, forest spirits, lost cities and the unknown evil entity that threatened to destroy them. Will Yolo, Mariana, Nando and Panda be able to save the most important jungle in the world? ["Yolo Aventuras 2. The mystery of the Amazon", by Mariana, Nando, Panda and Yolo, can be purchased in its digital edition of Bajalibros by clicking here.]4 Link: https://www.infobae.com/leamos/2023/04/11/algunas-curiosidades-que-podran-encontrarse-en-la-feria-internacional-del-libro-de-bogota-2023/

Find out how to sign up for free. The AFP is launching an online journalism and digital investigation course in Spanish on Tuesday to help journalists and journalism students work more efficiently and securely online, and avoid the traps of misinformation. The training, already available in English, French and Portuguese, is now also in Spanish. This is an initiative developed by the AFP digital research team with the support of the Google News Initiative and which already has more than 10,000 subscribers worldwide. “The use of social networks, combined with the growth of disinformation practices, encourages journalists to constantly update their. We want to share our expertise in digital investigation to help you be more effective and work more securely," said Phil Chetwynd, AFP's Chief Information Officer. With 10 modules, the course addresses strategies and tools that allow you to learn how to find the origin of photos and videos posted on the internet, how to geolocate images, how to identify reliable sources, and how to get the most out of search engines and social networks. The modules are designed to adapt to the rhythm of each student, who will be able to pause and restart their learning whenever they want. Upon completion, a certificate is obtained that accredits the skills acquired. The course is free to access and is already online. “Our partnership with the AFP aims to provide journalists with essential skills to fight disinformation and help in their work,” David Dieudonné, head of Google News Lab in France, Italy and Spain, said in a statement. The online course will be updated periodically, in the coming months, with new examples and exercises. The AFP has been working on digital verification since 2017. The team today has more than 140 journalists covering 85 countries in 26 languages. (YO) Link: https://www.eluniverso.com/noticias/ecuador/afp-lanza-curso-gratuito-de-verificacion-digital-para-estudiantes-de-periodismo-y-profesionales-nota/

They plan to organize raising economic forecasts, taking into account the performance of the Asian country ECONOMY. The end of the lockdowns due to the pandemic encourages activity. EFE The president of the World Bank, David Malpass, announced this Monday that the World Bank is going to raise the world growth forecasts for this year three tenths, to 2%, thanks to the better prospects for China after the end of the blockades due to the pandemic. . "It is an upward revision and it is partly due to the better prospects in China after the blockade was lifted," said the American in a talk with the media prior to the opening of the spring meetings of the World Bank (WB) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF). After the end of the zero covid policy, China is expected to grow 5.1% this year, eight tenths more than the figure estimated last January. The rise in the global growth forecast is also This is because "advanced economies are doing a little better than they seemed in January" and, for example, in the United States and Europe "consumption has held up better than expected," Malpass explained. However, the WB president specified, "slower activity is expected in the second half of 2023." In the coming months there could be a rise in the price of oil, he said, and "the challenge of the change in the perception of banking health" must also be closely watched, after the bankruptcies of several entities. Malpass will inaugurate today, together with the director of the IMF, Kristalina Georgieva, the spring meetings in which ministers and directors of financial institutions will participate to discuss the state of the world economy and the main future challenges. These will be the last meetings as president of the WB for Malpass, who a few weeks ago announced his intention to leave the post on June 30 to pursue new professional challenges. In them, Malpass said, one of the main issues to be dealt with is the debt and the need for its restructuring and the change towards "a system to make it more transparent." "The ultimate goal here is that if the poorest countries get into debt on trade terms, the benefits are known and measured and go to the people of the country, and that hasn't been happening," Malpass said. In his opinion, the debt overhang "is paralyzing many of the countries and investment in those countries." "If we think about what is best for advanced economies and also for China is to have a restructuring that allows new investment to come into countries and therefore creates new markets." Link: https://www.expreso.ec/actualidad/economia/banco-mundial-sube-crecimiento-mundial-2-mejora-china-156855.html

Researchers have obtained unprecedented records of a pollen-covered tree frog after feeding on nectar, which could indicate a key ecological role for this amphibian in the wild. The X Truncata frog is one of the few amphibians in the world that feeds on fruits, flowers and nectar, which would allow it to act as a pollinator. In the photo, a specimen of the frog feeds on the nectar of a flower and comes out covered in pollen. PHOTOGRAPHY BY HENRIQUE NOGUEIRA What do frogs and bees have in common? On the coast of Rio de Janeiro (Brazil), these two animals may be part of an essential process for the survival of native vegetation: pollination. This is indicated by an unprecedented record made by Brazilian researchers, who observed one of the few amphibians in the world that actively feeds on fruits, flowers and nectar. The finding was published as an article in the scientific journal Food Webs. According to Carlos Henrique Nogueira, a veterinarian from the Institute of Biosciences of the Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, the main author of the work and who disclosed the fact on his Twitter account, the photographed species is Xenohyla truncata, a perereca endemic to sandbank areas. fluminense. In the record, the animal appears covered in pollen after feeding on the nectar of a flower. According to the researchers, the tree frogs end up destroying the small flowers by eating them. But, in the case of large flowers that support the size and weight of the frog, it manages to enter the floral structure to feed on the nectar, getting dirty with pollen in the process. PHOTOGRAPHY BY HENRIQUE NOGUEIRA "It would be the first record (of pollination) for the amphibian group, and this possibility is too amazing!" Nogueira said on his social networks. According to the article entitled Between fruits, flowers and nectar: the extraordinary diet of the frog Xenohyla truncata, the observation of this species of amphibian can be revolutionary because pollination and seed dispersal (determinant processes for plant survival ) usually have the help of mammals and birds. However, frogs, toads, and tree frogs are not expected to play a role in these interactions, as almost all species are carnivorous, primarily insectivorous. (Also read: How to save harlequin frogs?) In the case of Xenohyla truncata, according to Nogueira, all that is known about its frugivorous and nectarivorous diet comes from the analysis of the stomach contents. "No one, in fact, had recorded feeding by this insect until now," he explained. Left: The X Truncata frog feeds on a small flower of the Cordia taguahyensis plant, known as the milk fruit. Right: These are the first photographic records of the feeding of the tree frog X Truncata. Until then, what was known about their diet was derived from analyzes of the stomach contents of these animals. PHOTOGRAPHS BY HENRIQUE NOGUEIRA With the new observations, the researchers learned more about the feeding habits of this tiny tree frog. During the expedition to the sandbar, the team saw the frog eating different structures of the Cordia taguahyensis plant, known as the milk fruit, including the fruits, flower structures, and nectar. "Apparently, they destroy the small flowers, but in the case of the large flowers, which support the size and weight of the perereca, it enters, feeds on the nectar and still leaves all the dirty pollen," said the biologist on his social network. . (More information: Who hides in the Amazonian night?) With this, the researchers considering the tree frog as a potential pollinator, which can help maintain this plant species, or even other plant species with a similar floral structure. This, according to the work, would make the perereca have a unique and differentiated ecological role from all other living amphibians. As the scientific article points out, the observations not only renew knowledge about the diet of this species of amphibian, but are also relevant to provide more information about the natural history of this endemic endangered parrot. Currently, the Xenohyla truncata is considered a vulnerable species by the Chico Mendes Institute for the Conservation of Biodiversity (ICMBio), an organization dedicated to researching, studying and protecting the fauna and flora of Brazil. Link: https://www.nationalgeographicla.com/animales/2023/04/la-primera-rana-polinizadora-podria-vivir-en-rio-de-janeiro

Honda has patented a safety system that acts on the steering and prevents the motorcycle from falling, for example, when a cake is pushed. One of the many stereotypes and commonplaces in motorcycling warns that there are two kinds of riders: "Those who have fallen and those who are going to fall." Raise your hand who has not been "whipped" ever. The motorcycles only have two points of support and, therefore, are unable to maintain verticality when stationary. A reality that sometimes turns against those of us who have been seduced by the "dynamic balance". It may interest you Active and passive safety elements on the motorcycle You can't miss New security measures for cars... and motorcycles? The brands work with the objective of achieving the motorcycle that does not fall. In moto1pro we have already given an account of Yamaha's efforts in this regard. Fortunately, the tuning fork house is not the only company that invests money in this aspect... The Honda that does not fall when pushed Innovation does not stop and it is already possible to use ABS systems capable of working in a curve, or what is the same, with the motorcycle leaning. In 2018 Bosch appeared with an emergency system for situations that were hitherto insurmountable (or almost). For example, when the front tire steps on an oil stain. Bosch's idea was to launch a burst of gas on the opposite side where the bike starts to drop to right the vehicle. Honda, for its part, has opted for a system that acts on the steering and is already being tested on a Gold Wing (which seems to be the ideal guinea pig to develop new ideas). For the invention to work effectively it must constantly measure speed, wheel speed, lean angle, tire grip, and various types of acceleration. After processing this data, an electric motor acts on the steering stem. In principle, Honda's steering assistant works in conjunction with ABS and traction control and corrects the steering when the information being handled detects that action is necessary, for example by counter-steering. The technology goes further to offer additional protection when pushing the bike on foot and in danger of ending up on the ground. Once the system detects that the machine is leaning too far, it corrects the steering to bring it back to balance. Manufacturers have developed systems that improve active safety, whether they are radars or other technologies that help driving. The Honda-developed assistant steering seems to be close to series production. This system would be a step towards the famous autonomous driving that is already being worked on in the world of cars, but in this case it would be in the field of motorcycles. We will keep reporting. Link: https://www.moto1pro.com/actualidad/patente-honda-una-moto-que-no-se-cae-al-empujarla

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Find out which movie he was about to star in, why 4 is his favorite number and more details. The singer Beyoncé has become one of the most important artists in the music industry worldwide thanks to her successes and the love of her fans with each album she releases. For this reason, we bring you some of the curiosities of the American artist that you may not have known. Beyoncé curiosities that perhaps you did not know Darlette Johnson, her childhood dance teacher, was in charge of discovering Beyoncé's singing talent. At the age of 7, he won a singing contest performing John Lennon's 'Imagine' against 15- and 16-year-old teenagers. At the age of 12, he compiled with a group on a music program, but they were eliminated. Although it seems to be tall, it is not so tall, since the singer measures 1.69. The artist began her musical career in shape with the group 'Destiny's Child' along with singers Kelly Rowland, LeToya Luckett and LaTavia Roberson. Her favorite number is 4, which she has tattooed in a Roman numeral on one of her fingers, because it is very present in her life, being the date of her birthday, her husband the producer Jay Z, her mother and even that of his marriage. Beyoncé is the artist with the most gramophones in history, achieving 32 awards in her entire musical career. The singer was the opening act for artist Christina Aguilera. Her favorite movie is 'A Star Is Born' and she was almost in charge of starring in the remake of the film, which Lady Gaga ended up doing. The video clip of his hit 'Single Ladies' was the cheapest he made in his musical career. Beyoncé and her international tour after years of musical absence The artist was away from the music scene for six years and upon her return she released her seventh studio album entitled "Renaissance", with which she also announced her international tour confirming dates in the United States and Europe.The tour begins in May and it is expected that he will then announce dates for Latin America and visit Colombia and captivate his fans with his successes and amazing performance. Link: https://www.canalrcn.com/super-like/musica/curiosidades-de-beyonce-que-quizas-no-conocias-173249

The WWDC 2023 developer conference has already been confirmed, but we have not been able to have even 24 quiet hours as the rumors are already beginning to derail the agenda. While Gurman stated very recently that it would be at this WWDC where we would finally see the Reality Pro viewer, now Kuo is raising doubts on the table. The analyst has commented in a tweet on the alleged decision that Apple would have made to take the mass production of these Reality Pro towards the end of the third quarter of 2023, more towards September and not in July as planned. And that can lead to new delays in the agenda. More doubts, more price and fewer units available Because Apple is not very optimistic about the AR/MR headset announcement that recreates the amazing “iPhone moment”, the mass production schedule for assembly has been pushed back another 1-2 months to mid to late 3Q23. The delay also adds uncertainty about whether the new device... — 郭明錤 (Ming-Chi Kuo) (@mingchikuo) March 30, 2023 The reasons for this change in dates would reside in internal doubts of the company, which seeks to have "an iPhone moment" with the Reality Pro and that it is not entirely clear if something like this will be achieved. Other sources have already spoken about these doubts, which have caused discrepancies even among managers. The main consequence, according to Kuo, is that we did not get to see the glasses at WWDC 2023. And here comes the contradiction, because Gurman says that we will see them on June 5. We have a discrepancy. We can do little, but I would bet on an announcement during June and in any case a delay in the final launch. The design of the invitation to WWDC 2023 imitates the reflection of the lenses of a virtual reality viewer, and the person in charge of Apple Music has said in his private Instagram that it will be "probably his biggest event" combining that with a story in which he simply shows the sunglasses emoji. Too suspicious to ignore: Link: https://www.applesfera.com/rumores/kuo-contradice-a-gurman-reality-pro-tienen-ahora-dos-posibles-futuros

He did not change the organism, therefore, the estimated growth of last year, although it did reduce that of the fourth year by one tenth compared to the third, from the estimated 0.7 to the confirmed 0.6. The United States economy grew 2.1% in 2022, established by the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), after the publication this Thursday of the final calculation on Gross Domestic Product (GDP). He did not change the organism, therefore, the estimated growth of last year, although it did reduce that of the fourth year by one tenth compared to the third, from the estimated 0.7 to the confirmed 0.6. It also modified its estimate of the annual growth rate in the fourth quarter, which it placed at 2.6, one tenth less than what was calculated in the second estimate and three tenths less than the initial figure calculated, a revision that reflects "revisions to the drop in exports and consumer spending," says the BEA. He makes three estimates of GDP and the one published this Thursday is the definitive one. These data are given, recalls the BEA, in a context of "moderate inflation, low unemployment, continued uncertainties in the supply chain and rising interest rates." Although with growth much lower than that registered in 2021 (5.9%), the United States thus closes the year with 2.1% annual growth and leaves behind, for the moment, the fear of a recession. Link: https://www.eleconomista.net/economia/EUA-confirma-que-su-economia-crecio-un-2.1--en-2022-tras-calculo-final-20230330-0023.html