The idea of releasing millions of mosquitoes into the environment might sound like the plot of a science-fiction movie. However, scientists believe this unusual strategy could become one of the most effective tools in the fight against mosquito-borne diseases. Through its Debug project, Google’s parent company Alphabet is exploring the release of up to 64 million mosquitoes carrying a naturally occurring bacterium called Wolbachia in parts of California and Florida.
You’re hitting the gym regularly, sweating through intense workouts, and trying your best to stay active. Yet when you step on the scale, the numbers refuse to budge. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
