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Researchers at Mississippi State University, led by Assistant Professor Matthew Ballinger, have discovered a new parasitic wasp species, Syntretus perlmani, which lays its eggs in the abdomen of fruit flies. The wasp embryo hatches inside the living fly and emerges roughly 18 days later, resembling an alien creature. This terrifying process leaves the fly alive for several hours post-emergence. The research, published in Nature, revealed this unique behavior, as previous studies focused on wasps attacking immature life stages. This discovery may also help control fruit fly populations, which are commonly considered pests.

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SUMMARY: Mike Williams, a standout prep basketball player, has committed to Jackson State University to play for his father, former NBA star Mo Williams, who is now the college’s head coach. After winning a state championship with Jackson Academy, Mike transferred to Germantown High School, where his recruitment gained momentum. Despite interest from schools like Mississippi State and LSU, he chose to join his father, expressing gratitude in a heartfelt Instagram announcement. Ranked as Mississippi’s No. 2 combo guard and the No. 133 overall recruit for 2025, Mike joins a legacy of family competition similar to that of Deion Sanders and his sons.

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SUMMARY: Elsie Jo Cavnor, a Calhoun County woman, was arrested for sharing a two-year-old Snapchat memory threatening to “shoot up a school.” This incident comes amid a recent spike in school shooting threats throughout Mississippi. Local and federal authorities received a tip regarding the post, which prompted an investigation. The targeted school was briefly placed on lockdown during this time. Cavnor could face up to 10 years in prison if found guilty of making a terroristic threat, according to the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office statement. The sheriff’s office is handling the investigation, which is ongoing.

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