Ants: eusocial insects and superorganisms
California has as improved fourth-grade reading levels since 2013 after investing in literacy coaches, phonics, and teacher training, while Mississippi credits similar tactics for a stronger turnaround. The state’s 2024 reading scores sit near the national middle, with continued gains challenged by uneven implementation and funding.
South Korea’s ant-topped sorbet case has reached a courtroom verdict. Prosecutors allege a four-year scheme using nearly 49,000 ants, though restaurant staff dispute the figures and argue most diners did not opt for ants. The case centers on whether ants are an approved food ingredient under Korea’s food-safety rules, with possible penalties up to five years in prison or a hefty fine.