🧬 Scientists just discovered a brand-new class of RNA molecules—nicknamed “obelisk”—quietly hanging out inside our mouths and intestines. They’re not viruses. They’re not bacteria. They don’t even bother making proteins or wearing protective coats. They simply replicate as RNA, by a mechanism science doesn’t yet understand. In short: biology just unlocked a bonus level.

No known health effects so far (relax), but since these obelisks reside in bacteria tied to digestion and immunity, they may one day rewrite what we know about our inner ecosystem.

For now, all we can say is this: hosting mysterious replicating RNA is officially part of being human. First, you need a pharaoh-level openness to accept you may be sheltering microscopic aliens. Second, we’re still investigating whether Rolling Stones fans are statistically overrepresented. And third—don’t worry, the obelisks seem well-meaning… even if their thymine is occasionally off. 🧪😄