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Forget meditation apps or stress balls – our closest primate relatives have developed a much more direct, if unconventional, method for keeping the peace. New research reveals that chimpanzees and bonobos ease social tension by engaging in a behavior you won’t find in any corporate HR manual: rubbing each other’s genitals.
The study, observing groups of our great ape cousins, found that this unique form of social grooming isn’t about romance or dominance. Instead, it functions as a crucial “social tool.” After a conflict or during a moment of high tension, one ape might approach another and gently rub their genitalia. The result? A noticeable decrease in stress and a quick return to harmony within the group.
Scientists believe this behavior helps to reinforce social bonds and reassure group members, especially in situations where competition for food or mates might otherwise lead to aggression. It’s a natural, non-violent way to say, “We’re cool,” strengthening the social fabric of their communities.
So, while humans might offer a handshake or an awkward pat on the back, chimps and bonobos have a more intimate approach to conflict resolution. It just goes to show that in the complex world of primate politics, sometimes the best solution is a simple, reassuring gesture.

A religious leader has sparked debate by stating that men who are clean-shaven may inadvertently cause “sinful and indecent thoughts” in others, arguing that facial hair is a God-given feature meant to distinguish gender and promote modesty.
The comments were made by Pastor Gary Mooibroek of the Reformed Congregation in the Netherlands. In a sermon, he suggested that a beard serves as a natural barrier to immoral thinking. He posited that the act of shaving removes a divine distinction between men and women, potentially leading to confusion and temptation.
“God gave men beards for a reason,” Mooibroek stated. “It is a clear sign that he is a man. When a man shaves his beard, he removes that sign. This can lead to sinful thoughts, because the clear distinction is blurred.”
The sermon, which circulated online, has drawn a mix of reactions. Some within his congregation have supported the view, seeing it as an extension of their faith’s emphasis on clear gender roles and modest appearance. However, critics have labeled the remarks as archaic and potentially harmful, arguing that they promote superficial judgments and place an unreasonable burden of responsibility on men for the thoughts of others.
This is not the first time conservative religious interpretations of appearance have made headlines. Similar discussions have arisen regarding standards of dress for women. Mooibroek’s comments highlight the ongoing tension between traditional religious beliefs concerning physical appearance and modern societal norms.

In a bizarre incident that left shoppers more confused than terrified, a man turned a Dublin shopping centre into his own very inappropriate theatre. The performance? A solo act that nobody asked for, and certainly nobody enjoyed.
The star of this strange show, a man from Co. Donegal, decided to take a trip to Dublin with a plan more peculiar than most. Instead of visiting the usual tourist spots, he set up his own “exhibit” at a busy shopping centre. His audience? Unsuspecting families and children who were just trying to buy groceries.
Witnesses described the scene as more awkward than alarming. The man’s “performance” was thankfully interrupted by security personnel, who swiftly moved from guarding the shops to guarding the public’s sense of decorum. Gardaí were called to the scene, bringing the unexpected matinee to an abrupt close.
In a courtroom follow-up, the man pleaded guilty to engaging in offensive conduct. The judge, likely struggling to find the right words, described the act as having a “sexual element,” which might be the understatement of the day. The man’s excuse? He claimed he wasn’t targeting children, but rather was overcome by an “urge” while he happened to be near them—a defense about as convincing as his public performance skills.
The case has been adjourned for a probation report, leaving everyone to wonder what the next chapter holds for Dublin’s most unwelcome entertainer.