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Pα+ Psychedelic Bulletin #225: Q1 Lobbying Update; Individual vs. Group MDMA Therapy Study Launches; Australia Loosens Psychedelics Access Regulations; VA Launches “New” MDMA Trial
Why roots are the real workers on Ashland farms
— Ashland County farms depend on underground root systems and soil organisms that perform essential work largely invisible to observers.
Diversity analysis of indoor and outdoor fungal bioaerosols in UK households: a prospective, observational, longitudinal study
— A UK longitudinal study examined fungal bioaerosol diversity in household environments, comparing indoor and outdoor fungal populations.
Editorial: A psychedelics revival is overdue
— R. Gordon Wasson, a Manhattan banker and amateur mycologist, documented the role of psychedelic mushrooms in ancient cultures beginning in the 1950s. The editorial argues that interest in psychedelics deserves renewed attention based on this historical research.
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The ancient trick making food waste useful and tasty
— A Stanford bioengineering lab has created a cheese-like product from food waste using fungal fermentation.
Catabolism of lignin-related methoxylated compounds in white-rot fungi utilizes non-canonical oxidoreductases
Reckless Driver Complaint Ends With Mushrooms, Xanax, a Knife, Rehab Ride and Stranded Dog
— A reckless driving complaint on U.S. Route 52 led to an unusual discovery during a traffic stop involving mushrooms, medication, and a knife. The investigation resulted in multiple charges and complications including a stranded dog and a trip to rehab.
Good sports and sacred reflections: Your guide for June First Friday
— Denver galleries are opening new art exhibitions during June's First Friday event, with offerings described as featuring sports themes and spiritual imagery. The article provides a guide to both new shows and continuing exhibitions across the city.
Wild mushroom poisoning cases put California on alert
— California health officials are warning about an increase in wild mushroom poisoning cases.
Business Beat: Get to know Long Beach Mushrooms owners during intimate community event
— Long Beach Mushrooms owners are hosting a community event on Friday, June 5, to discuss the business and its future with local members.
Adaptogens and dealing with stress
— Adaptogens are herbs, mushrooms, vitamins, and minerals thought to help the body adapt to stress. The article discusses their role as natural stress relievers, though the full content is not provided.
Mushroom-stuffed baked plantains
— Baked plantains can be hollowed and filled with various ingredients including meat, poultry, seafood, or vegetables. The fruit's natural curved shape provides a ready-made container for savory or other fillings.
The follow-up to one of my favorite RPGs of the 2020s finally has a demo, and it does not disappoint: Bat people, a mushroom hellscape, and funky JRPG combat from bizarro world 2005
— Entropy, a JRPG from Lovely Hellplace, released a Steam demo.
Alzheimer’s patient gets back speech, bladder control and memory in groundbreaking drug trial
Could Psilocybin Become a New Option for Depression Treatment?
— A small clinical trial found that a single psilocybin dose produced rapid depression relief in participants. Effects were observed within a week of treatment. The findings suggest psilocybin may become a therapeutic option for depression, though larger studies would be needed to confirm efficacy and safety.
The Biggest Questions about Dogs, Answered
The One Conscience Claim America Won’t Honor | Common Dreams
Biodiversity: The web of life behind Southern Africa’s most iconic destinations
— The article examines the biodiversity underlying Southern Africa's major tourist destinations.
How To Store Mushrooms So They Don't Turn Slimy Before You Can Use Them
— Proper storage prevents mushrooms from becoming slimy before use. The article offers guidance on mushroom preservation techniques, though specific methods are not detailed in the excerpt provided.
Jeff Mitton: Fly agaric’s long association with fairies and humans (Natural Selections)
— Amanita muscaria, or fly agaric, is the world's most recognizable mushroom species. The article traces the fungus's historical association with fairies and humans across cultures. It grows at northern latitudes globally.
Portland Council Weighs Deprioritizing Magic Mushrooms
— Portland city councilors are considering deprioritizing enforcement against personal possession of psilocybin mushrooms.
All Mushroom Types In Paralives
— Paralives includes multiple mushroom types that players can discover and collect throughout the game's town.