The Morning Blargh
Researchers Say Human Brain Is Still Evolving
Nicholas Wade | 8 Sept 2005
Two genes involved in determining the size of the human brain have undergone substantial evolution in the last 60,000 years, researchers say, suggesting that the brain is still undergoing rapid evolution.
The discovery adds further weight to the view that human evolution is still a work in progress, since previous instances of recent genetic change have come to light in genes that defend against disease and confer the ability to digest milk in adulthood.
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okay, lactose intolerants, listen up. darwin hates you.
Smoke Breaks Boost Memory
Brandon Keim | 9 Sept 2005
For a couple of thousand years, smokers have sought a quick concentration boost by firing up a cigarette.
It turns out that cognitive buzz isn't just in smokers' heads. Scientists have found that nicotine really does boost certain transmitters in the brain that can help people think better. Now, the pharmaceutical industry hopes to improve on the effect, minus the lung cancer.
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see!? i fucking told my bosses. i told them!
Drunk Woman Dies In Cemetery Accident
Reuters | 7 Sept 2005
BRUSSELS - An inebriated Belgian woman died in a freak accident when she ended up beneath a heavy grave stone at a cemetery, local news agency Belga said Wednesday.
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easily the best story ever to see a Morning Blargh. no question.