A plant that calls for defense when it’s being eaten? Study finds common bean plant secretly calls wasps to kill caterpillars on it |

Common bean plants, a global food staple, possess a remarkable defense mechanism. When caterpillars chew their leaves, the plant releases a specific airborne signal, triggered by the insect’s saliva. This scent attracts parasitic wasps, which then eliminate the caterpillar threat, showcasing a silent, sophisticated natural defense system honed over millions of years. They don’t move….

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Trump says Fed chair should ‘do whatever he wants’ but criticizes possible interest rate hikes

President Donald Trump criticized the possibility of the Federal Reserve raising interest rates, but said in an interview on NBC News’ “Meet the Press” that he wants Fed Chair Kevin Warsh “to do whatever he wants.” Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. “Kevin is fantastic, and…

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