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A study published in the journal Antioxidants has revealed that luteolin, a natural compound found in celery, broccoli, and other plants, can effectively prevent black hair from turning gray in mice. This groundbreaking discovery has sparked excitement among researchers, who believe it could pave the way for the development of novel topical and oral treatments for humans struggling with hair graying.

The LDP's decision to field Mio Sugita in the Upper House election has sparked backlash due to her past discriminatory remarks, with concerns that her candidacy could cost the party votes. Despite criticism, Sugita has gained support from conservative constituents and the backing of former senior members of the Abe faction within the LDP.

A sociable ocean sunfish at the Kaikyokan aquarium in Shimonoseki, Japan, fell sick after the aquarium closed for renovations, but perked up after staff set up human cutouts to simulate visitors. The sunfish, whose sex and age are unknown, started showing signs of distress and weight loss in December, refusing to eat jellyfish and rubbing its head against the tank.

A study by JAMSTEC, the University of Tokyo, and Hokkaido University found that global warming is causing an increase in endangered Japanese eel larvae reaching rivers in Hokkaido. This phenomenon is attributed to changes in ocean currents, potentially leading to an increase in the eel population in the region but also raising concerns about the impact on the local ecosystem and the need for conservation efforts.

Japan Airlines has become the first airline to operate an international flight with a riblet-shaped coating on its aircraft, inspired by shark skin, which is expected to reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions by 119 tons and 381 tons respectively over a year. This innovative technology could pave the way for a more sustainable future for the aviation industry.