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Magic mushroom ingredient takes the fight out of aggressive fish

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A psychedelic compound found in magic mushrooms appears to have an unexpected effect: calming highly aggressive fish. Researchers discovered that low doses of psilocybin significantly reduced aggressive attacks in mangrove rivulus fish without disrupting their normal social interactions. The findings suggest psilocybin may selectively calm escalating aggression rather than simply suppressing all behavior.

Rep. Pappas Says New Hampshire Race Is Not in the Bag

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Rep. Chris Pappas, the Democratic nominee for US Senate in New Hampshire, tells Bloomberg This Weekend that his race against former Republican Sen. John E. Sununu remains highly competitive despite Democratic optimism heading into the midterm elections. Speaking with hosts David Gura and Christina Ruffini, Pappas says Democrats must keep reaching independent and ticket-splitting voters while focusing on the economy, cost of living and President Donald Trump’s leadership. (Source: Bloomberg)

1,200 Arrested After Sweeping Protests Turn Violent in France

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A major cleanup is underway in France after demonstrations involving more than half a million people protesting rising costs and poor conditions in the country’s schools turned chaotic. Officials say 1,200 people were arrested after violent clashes in Paris and other cities throughout France.

Trump Faces Bipartisan Backlash After Waiving Russia Sanctions

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President Donald Trump is facing bipartisan backlash after exempting Russia from sweeping new sanctions. It comes after the president announced a deal with Russia to release Russian diesel into global market as the war with Iran drives up fuel prices – a top concern for voters in the midterm elections. NBC’s Yamiche Alcindor reports for Sunday TODAY.