President Trump’s cuts to foreign assistance, including shutting down USAID, create an opportunity for Asian nations to step up in providing humanitarian aid to aid-dependent regions like Africa. This shift in aid distribution may lead to Asian countries playing a more prominent role in global humanitarian efforts. This change could potentially reshape the landscape of international aid provision.
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How Did Pandas Become Vegetarian? – Asian Scientist Magazine
AsianScientist article discusses how giant pandas, despite their bamboo-based diet, have carnivorous digestive systems, suggesting a transition to plant-eating. Researchers found plant miRNA from bamboo in panda blood, impacting gene expression related to feeding, reproduction, and physiological processes. The study highlights the role of bamboo miRNA in pandas' adaptation to their diet and opens new avenues for research into dietary shifts and miRNA transfer from plants to animals. Full Article
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