pexels-jimbear-2382223 (1) Oct 27, 2026 Oct 27, 2026 Updated 10 mins ago Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save (Photo by Jimmy Chan via Pexels) Tags Stephen Beech As featured on +5 Study finds exploiting ‘fruitless’ gene could stop mating mosquitoes Scientists have discovered that a “fruitless” gene in the species is responsible for the male’s ability to locate and mate with females. Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Most Popular One dead after vehicle involved in alleged robbery in De Soto crashes UPDATED: Four die, three injured in Hwy. 30 crash Complaint filed against De Soto Schools on behalf of students with special needs I-55 off-ramp south of Festus to close Monday for roundabout construction UPDATED: Festus man dies in motorcycle crash on I-55 Email Signup Success! An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. Error! There was an error processing your request. Classifieds Receive classifieds every morning. E-editions Receive an email every Wednesday when the Leader's e-editions are posted online. Grand Times Get updated on upcoming Leader Senior Expos and news just for seniors. Local Sports Get the latest headlines on local sports in your inbox on every Friday. News Updates Receive top local news headlines every day. Today's Obituaries Receive a list of local obituaries every day. You must select at least one email list. Please enter a valid email address. Sign up Manage your lists
+5 Study finds exploiting ‘fruitless’ gene could stop mating mosquitoes Scientists have discovered that a “fruitless” gene in the species is responsible for the male’s ability to locate and mate with females.
