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Banana genome sequencing gives a boost to pest-plagued fruit

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Bananas are difficult to breed and are under attack from a host of diseases and other pests. The DNA data from a key species provide an important step in protecting the fruit. Breeding a stronger, better banana is not for the weak-willed.

 

'Banana bandit' eats the evidence after alleged robbery attempt

'Banana bandit' eats the evidence after alleged robbery attempt

A US teenager thwarted as he tried to rob a shop with a concealed banana eats the "weapon" before police arrive, officials say.

 

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