“Flatfishes are some of the weirdest vertebrates on the planet, and they got weird very, very fast by changing multiple traits at once over a short period of time,” says Kory Evans, an assistant professor of biosciences at Rice University who specializes in studying the evolution of fish over long timescales. Of all mammals, reptiles, birds, amphibians and fish, flatfish are easily the most asymmetric. Evans, the corresponding author of a study on flatfish evolution in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, says it helps to keep that in perspective. “Imagine any other animal,” he says. “Like, say you’re out walking…
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News of a team of archaeologists’ incredible find hit global headlines on February 2, 2019, long over 2,000 years after the deceased was buried. The tomb at the Tuna El-Galeb site, 211 miles south of the Egyptian capital Cairo, suddenly challenged the mainstream idea that only adults received the whole mummification treatment. Identities of the corpses were not clear to experts as no hieroglyphics detailing their names had been inscribed anywhere obvious. But the level of the grandeur of the extensive 50-person tomb led archaeologists to conclude those buried belonged to an upper-middle-class family, who could have lived as long…
The museum of the mummies of Quinto (Aragon) exhibits a set of 15 mummified bodies in a natural way, exposed where they were buried and exhumed. The mummies are accompanied by decorative elements, complements of the funeral rite and all this in a deconsecrated Mudejar church that is pure history. Narcisa died at the age of 67 in Quinto de Ebro. She was given the habit of Santa Teresa and was buried in the old church of the ᴀssumption or better known as El Piquete, a beautiful Mudejar church from the beginning of the 15th century that crowns a hill…
Kim Kardashian and Kylie Jenner displayed their sisterly love in a series of sultry bikini photos posted on social media Saturday. The Skims founder, 42, who had fans comment recently on her resemblance to actress Megan Fox, and her baby sister, 25, showed off their toned curves donning very tiny black string swimsuits, most likely from the Skims line. The two entrepreneurs were poolside as they knelt on a chaise lounge facing each other, both letting their long dark hair flow down their backs. Kim lifted her tresses one a couple of pics, as Kylie looked up at the sky. In another, the beauty mogul turned her…
Kylie Jenner showed off her curves in an eye-popping post shared to the Instagram account of her skincare brand Kylie Skin on Sunday. The 25-year-old makeup mogul was nearly nude – minus a rhinestone mesh slip dress – as she posed in two photos collaged with brand images of her coconut body lotion. In one of the images, The Kardashians reality star – who was recently surpassed by Selena Gomez as the most-followed woman on Instagram – laid on the floor, resting her head on one arm and covering up her modesty with the other. The other snap did not show the media personality’s face but focused…
Kylie Jenner looked better than ever in a skimpy beige bikini top in a flashback video shared to Instagram on Monday morning. The 25-year-old billionaire makeup mogul showed off her slender figure after welcoming her second child, son Aire, last year. The Keeping Up With The Kardashians veteran had a flat tummy as she wore the swimsuit top and a matching skirt that made the most of her hourglass figure. The Hidden Hills, California resident – who was seen with her son last week – was plugging the $17 Kylie Cosmetics lip and cheek glow balm that can be purchased on the brand’s website. ‘Using Doin The…
Kylie Jenner took to Instagram to show off her stunning outfit from her night out partying at Malika and Khadijah Haqq’s birthday bash the day before. On Saturday, the 25-year-old media personality shared a series of photos in a racy minidress while posing seductively in front of a mirror after celebrating the twin sisters’ 40th birthday. The Kardashians reality star displayed her taut midriff and enviable curves in a sheer turtleneck top with a sweetheart-neckline ribbon bust. In corresponding manner, the entrepreneur sported a satin black miniskirt and a pair of sheer Calzedonia tights. The mother-of-two captioned her post simply with a black heart emoji…
Kylie Jenner looked like pinup perfection as she stripped down to a bikini for her latest glamour shots on Instagram. The Kylie Cosmetics CEO, 25, flaunted her impossible curves in a tiny gold two-piece from her big sister Khloe Kardashian’s clothing line Good American. It consisted of a classic triangle top that showed off her ample bust and daring thong-style bottoms. She posed seductively on the edge of a white lounger sitting just steps away from the pool in the backyard of her $36.5million Holmby Hills mansion. Kylie flashed bedroom eyes at the camera as she curled up with one knee pressed…
Zendaya blossomed in a gorgeous white gown with a custom floral accent in photos she shared on Sunday. The 26-year-old Emmy winner was styled in a stunning white frock with a sexy thigh-high slit and a lily shield as she posed against the wall of a white tiled bathroom in the snap, which was shared on social media. The Emmy winner’s makeup was simple with a lustrous but neutral pink lip. Blossom: Zendaya, 26, blossomed in a gorgeous white gown with a custom lily accent Sunday as she posed against the wall of a white tiled bathroom in the snap shared on social media…
Zendaya exuded elegance as she attended the Valentino ready-to-wear Spring/Summer 2023 collection on Sunday during Paris Fashion Week. The braless actress, 26, left little to the imagination in a sheer catsuit comprised of the designer’s monogram which she layered above black hot pants. Continuing her look with a matching blazer, the fashion house’s ambassador added inches to her frame with stilettoes and sported a pair of dazzling drop earrings. Wow! Zendaya exuded elegance as she attended the Valentino ready-to-wear Spring/Summer 2023 collection on Sunday during Paris Fashion Week Zendaya wore a bronzed makeup palette which accentuated her natural features, teamed with a…
Zendaya turned heads in two unforgettable looks at the 2023 NAACP Image Awards in Downtown Los Angeles. The 26-year-old megastar was dressed by her longtime stylist Law Roach as she attended as a presenter for Outstanding Motion Picture. The Oakland, California native was breathtaking in a plunging lime green and black strapless vintage Versace gown. Then, as she took the stage later in the evening, she changed into a vintage white Prada SS1993 look. The former child star later took to Instagram to share outtakes from the annual ceremony. Stunner! Zendaya turned heads in two unforgettable looks at the 2023 NAACP Image Awards in Downtown Los…
Zendaya commanded attention as she arrived at the Louis Vuitton show at Musée d’Orsay during Paris Fashion Week on Monday. The actress, 26, flaunted her jaw-dropping figure in an animal print co-ord that boasted a bikini top and skimpy mini-skirt. She completed the stunning look with matching knee-high boots and a chic blazer with statement buttons and leather collar. The stunner accentuated her features with a radiant make-up palette and styled her brunette tresses into bouncy curls. Toting her essentials in a bag by the luxury brand as she posed up a storm before taking her seat in the front row. Sensational: Zendaya, 26,…
Not everyone is a fan of Kendall Jenner’s very sexy shoot from her FWRD collaboration. After Kendall posted the sexy shoot, which saw her laying in bed wearing a sheer top, Instagram users did not hold back as they expressed their disapproval over the sizzling images. One fan called for her account to be accessible only to legal adults, while others criticized her for her skimpy outfit. However, there were also supporters rooting Kendall, 27, on in the comments section, with one attempting to shut down the trolls by insisting they were simply jealous of her fabulous life. ‘Her acc. Should be labelled as…
She’s been soaking up the sights of the French capital with her sister Kim Kardashian. And Kendall Jenner looked incredible as she stepped out in Paris on Friday. The braless supermodel, 27, flashed her legs in a tight grey maxi dress featuring a thigh-split, which she paired with a matching cardigan. She elevated her height with knee-high black leather boots while toting her essentials around in a coordinating handbag. Framing her face with a pair of sunglasses, the Vogue cover star tied her chocolate tresses into a tight ponytail. Emerging: Braless Kendall Jenner flashed her legs in a thigh-split grey dress and knee-high leather…
On Sunday, Wonder Woman herself Gal Gadot flaunted her taut tummy in a series of poolside bikini snaps she shared with her captive, combined 134.7M social media followers. There was not an inch to pinch on the 37-year-old mother-of-three’s naturally slim 5ft10in figure as she soaked up the sunshine. Gal went make-up free for her sunbathing session and she wore her raven locks in a messy top-bun. Wonder Woman! On Sunday, Gal Gadot flaunted her taut tummy in a series of poolside bikini snaps she shared with her captive, combined 134.7M social media followers Gadot’s swimsuit slideshow came two weeks after she…
Zendaya turned heads as she strutted in a crop top and colourful leather jacket as she made a grand arrival at the Louis Vuitton after party during Paris Fashion Week on Monday. She was joined by Ana De Armas and Phoebe Dynevor, who looked incredible as they made their way into the event. The Euphoria actress, 26, was spotted making a statement wearing an animal-print ensemble as she attended the Louis Vuitton runway show earlier in the day alongside other celebrities, such as Emma Stone and Ana. The Golden Globe winner is no stranger to making show-stopping appearances, and wowed in a stunning, pink Valentino gown…
Gal Gadot kept it casual-cool for lunch at the members-only San Vicente Bungalows in West Hollywood on Tuesday. The 37-year-old actress rocked a light orange ringer tee with white trim around the neckline and sleeves. She added white jeans with a thin brown leather belt that cinched in her already trim waist. Casual-cool: Gal Gadot kept it casual-cool for lunch at the members-only San Vicente Bungalows in West Hollywood on Tuesday The Wonder Woman star walked in brown leather sandals, and she accessorized with huge movie star sunglasses. Her hair was pulled back into a loose ponytail and she let her natural beauty…
Even death couldn’t part two skeletons excavated from a lost chapel in an English county, found with their fingers entwined. A team of archaeologists from the University of Leicester Archaeological Services (ULAS) is working with volunteers on a four-year excavation project at the site, which overlooks the small village of Hallaton. Vicki Score, ULAS project manager, says the skeletons were placed together in this position, as there was enough room in the grave to have them buried apart. Aside from the bonded couple, 11 skeletons have been found so far, which are yet to be analyzed, but some discoveries have…
The saltmen are a group of natural mummies that were discovered in the Chehrabad Salt Mine in Iran. This mine is in the Zanjan Province and located about 340 km (211.27 miles) northwest of Tehran. The men are believed to have died in the salt mine and been naturally preserved by the salt. A total of six saltmen have been discovered over the years and they belong to different eras, including the Achaemenid and Sasanian periods. In 1994, commercial salt mining operations were being carried out in the Chehrabad Salt Mine when the first saltman was discovered. Along with his…
Kylie Jenner has been counting down the days for the release of her new mascara line for Kylash and was radiant in new Instagram photos shared on Wednesday to promote the launch. The 25-year old media personality, who recently received a sweet compliment from ex-boyfriend Travis Scott, paused for an assortment of close-up snaps to better showcase the product, which will be available on Thursday, April 6. The new mascara is a first for the star’s successful Kylie Cosmetics brand, and was created to help lift lashes for ‘lasting volume’ and ‘definition,’ according to the brand’s main Instagram page. In the caption of the…
The Rock’s list of achievements throughout the decades is unmatched, and here are ten facts from his career outside WWE everyone should know. In decades of WWE’s history, Vince McMahon has created some huge megastars who have become some of the biggest names in the industry as well as outside the industry. However, none can match the magnitude of The Rock’s popularity, especially after his incredible Hollywood career. Even though The Great One didn’t have a long WWE career, he achieved a lot of things in that short time frame. He headlined big pay-per-views, including WrestleMania, and produced possibly the…
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