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Humans

From the July 21, 1934, issue

Artificial lightning surpasses nature's own, Dutch Elm disease attacks trees in eastern states, and zinc found to be an essential part of animal diet.

Animals

Trail Mix: Espionage among the bees

Tests with two kinds of stingless bees suggest that the more aggressive species uses scent-based espionage to target raids on the milder species' food.

Health & Medicine

Potential Block for Epilepsy: Researchers find new drug target

Using genetically engineered mice, scientists have identified a new target in the brain for drugs that could prevent epilepsy.

Earth

Dangerous Dust? Chemicals in plastics are tied to allergies

Elevated risks for developing multiple allergies, including asthma, eczema, and rhinitis, appear to be associated with household exposure to synthetic chemicals called phthalates.