AMHERST, Mass. — A 200-year-old scientific law has been upended. In a significant scientific breakthrough, a team from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst has discovered a notable exception to Fourier’s Law, a principle that has stood as the cornerstone of understanding heat diffusion through solid materials for over two centuries. This landmark study presents the first evidence that…

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MOSSEL BAY, South Africa — The hunted has now become the hunter. For the first time ever, a single killer whale was seen hunting and consuming a great white shark off the coast of Mossel Bay, South Africa. Study author Dr. Alison Towner, a marine biologist from Rhodes University, led the international research team that made…

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AMSTERDAM — A concerning trend has been uncovered in the approval of cancer drugs by the European Medicines Agency (EMA). Dutch researchers found that many of these drugs approved between 1995 and 2020, especially those fast-tracked through expedited approval processes, fail to show significant added benefits for patients. This revelation comes amid rising global spending…

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Since so many of us rely heavily on our smartphone, what should we do when our service provider experiences a lengthy outage?

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CLEVELAND — A common B vitamin might actually be harmful for your health. Cleveland Clinic researchers have made a significant breakthrough in understanding how high levels of niacin could lead to cardiovascular diseases. The study identifies a new pathway through which excessive dietary niacin contributes to heart disease, challenging previous beliefs about the vitamin’s health benefits.…

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A new study is making us rethink the health benefits of high-protein diets. University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine scientists reveal that eating too much protein is bad for the heart.

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You might want to think twice before going to the movies on date night. A new study reveals that movie theater seats are harboring thousands of bacteria colonies, including mold.

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In the tranquil expanses of North America’s woodlands and grasslands, a silent but concerning phenomenon is unfolding: chronic wasting disease (CWD). The condition, often dubbed “zombie deer disease”, is stealthily spreading among deer populations, sparking concerns among scientists, conservationists and the public alike. This neurological affliction, characterised by myriad symptoms, such as drooling, lethargy, stumbling…

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LISBON — The Atlantic Ocean will be home to active volcanoes and earthquakes as it enters its declining phase. A seminal study utilizing advanced computational models has unveiled that the Atlantic is on the verge of a significant geological transformation. Portuguese researchers have predicted the emergence of an Atlantic Ring of Fire, akin to the Pacific’s infamous…

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OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — The tallest building in the United States is set to take to the sky — in Oklahoma. Developers have submitted revised plans for a tower in The Boardwalk at Bricktown project, proposing a height of 1,907 feet (581 meters). If completed, this building in Oklahoma City would become the fifth tallest…

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LAWRENCE, Kan. — Add accents to the list of stereotypes southerners in the United States face. An interesting study by a team at the University of Kansas is shedding light on the phenomenon known as “behavioral mimicry,” a subconscious yet sometimes intentional mirroring of another person’s posture, movements, and speech. While this mirroring often serves to…

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Last month, the United States expanded its territorial reach by 386,000 square miles, a significant increase that was announced with little fanfare. The U.S. Department of State (DOS) revealed that this expansion was due to a redefinition of the geographic coordinates that determine the outer limits of the continental shelf areas beyond 200 nautical miles…

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LONDON –– Behind every great Christmas — may be a very hard-working woman. A new survey of British adults reveals that women disproportionately shoulder the bulk of holiday tasks. The research underscores a significant disparity in how festive duties are divided, challenging traditional gender roles and highlighting the need for more equitable participation. The findings…

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If there’s one band that’s synonymous with mixing rock, funk, and a dash of California sunshine, it’s the Red Hot Chili Peppers. These guys have been delivering pure musical awesomeness for decades, and their catalog is a treasure trove of anthems that can instantly transport you to a state of groove-induced euphoria. From the funky…

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In a move that sounds like it’s straight out of a science fiction novel, West Virginia University (WVU) is spearheading a potentially revolutionary approach to combating space debris. The clutter, comprising discarded parts from previous missions, such as defunct satellites, poses a significant risk to ongoing space operations, and researchers believe a coordinated network of…

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PHILADELPHIA — University of Pennsylvania researchers have adopted an innovative methodology that combines artificial intelligence and advanced experimental methods to delve into the ancient past in search of new medicinal breakthroughs. They have introduced the concept of “molecular de-extinction.” What is molecular de-extinction? It’s a hypothesis suggesting that the molecules our ancient ancestors, like the…

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WASHINGTON — In a monumental scientific breakthrough, a team of over 100 international researchers successfully sequenced the elusive Y chromosome, the final piece of the human genome puzzle. This accomplishment not only provides a full understanding of the chromosome associated with male development but also offers vital insights into its role in male-specific growth, fertility, and…

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The graffiti artist known as Banksy might be unmasked in an upcoming defamation case over his use of Instagram to invite shoplifters to go to a Guess store because it had used his imagery without permission. The case could be seen as an attempt to force Banksy to relinquish his anonymity, which, many say, has…

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Hamas, the Gaza-based Palestinian terrorist group that mounted a deadly surprise attack on Israel that has killed – at last count – at least 1,200 Israelis, has captured what are estimated to be 150 hostages. Brought back to Gaza, those hostages include children, members of the military and the elderly. Most are civilians captured from…

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In many ways Hamas’s attack on Israel sums up the essence of terrorism. The group’s mass incursions have seen its operatives storming Israeli towns, killing and kidnapping hundreds. This appears to have been done by the book when it comes to creating feelings of terror and escalating the situation. Yet it’s also a reminder, as…

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There will be only one winner in the war that has broken out between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas. And it is neither Israel nor Hamas. In an operation coined “the Al-Aqsa Storm,” Hamas, whose formal name is the Islamic Resistance Movement, fired thousands of rockets into Israel on Oct. 7, 2023. Hamas…

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Scientists have spotted a two-kilometer-high “devil” on Mars. The amazing spectacle observed by NASA’s Perseverance rover was revealed to be a dust devil moving across the Martian landscape. A dust devil is a small, rotating column of air that is made visible by the dust, dirt, and debris it picks up from the ground. It…

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SAN FRANCISCO — Iron rust is generally considered a nuisance, but German researchers have now transformed it into a water-cleaning superhero they aptly name “smart rust.” This innovative particle is not only magnetic but can also pull in numerous pollutants like oil, tiny plastic particles, and even the herbicide glyphosate. Perhaps its most remarkable feat? It can…

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Even though x is one of the least-used letters in the English alphabet, it appears throughout American culture – from Stan Lee’s X-Men superheroes to “The X-Files” TV series. The letter x often symbolizes something unknown, with an air of mystery that can be appealing – just look at Elon Musk with SpaceX, Tesla’s Model…

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SEATTLE — Feeling sick, but can’t find a thermometer lying around? There’s an app for that. A team of scientists from the University of Washington are creating an app called “FeverPhone” that lets you use your phone as one. FeverPhone transforms smartphones into thermometers without any additional hardware. To make it work, the phone’s touchscreen is…

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President Joe Biden was “fine,” according to White House Communications Director Ben LaBolt, after tripping over a sandbag at a U.S. Air Force graduation ceremony on June 1, 2023. But his fall was caught on live camera – and people on social media speculated about what was behind it. Biden, approaching his 81st birthday in November…

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ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Does it feel like news headlines lately are intentionally designed to sow discord? It’s not all in your head. News stories covering both domestic politics and social issues are becoming more and more polarized along ideological lines, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Rochester. The team analyzed 1.8…

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Conteniendo al menos un 51 por ciento de centeno y envejecido en barricas de roble recién quemadas, el centeno es un favorito entre los aficionados al whiskey. Para ser llamado whiskey de centeno, la bebida debe ser producida exclusivamente en los Estados Unidos. Los mejores whiskeys de centeno a menudo tienen un final de cuerpo…

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The four day-long search for the missing Titan submersible has come to a tragic end. Reports have confirmed the vessel was subject to a “catastrophic implosion” at some point during its voyage towards the Titanic shipwreck, which would have killed all five passengers instantly. A debris field comprising “five different major pieces of debris” of…

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From White Lotus to Succession, there’s high demand for television dramas about the super rich. The characters on these shows are typically portrayed as entitled, hollow and sad. But they aren’t necessarily depicted as unintelligent. So are rich people rich because they are smart? In the middle of a cost-of-living crisis in the United Kingdom,…

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Por Robin Faith Bachin, Universidad de Miami, a través de The Conversation El huracán Ian azotó la costa suroeste de Florida el 28 de septiembre de 2022 con vientos de hasta 150 mph (240 km/h). Los poderosos vientos y las lluvias torrenciales redujeron comunidades enteras a escombros, cobrándose la vida de más de 120 personas,…

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“If it bleeds, it leads” has long been a saying used in the media to describe how news stories featuring violence, death and destruction grab readers’ attention – and so dominate the news agenda. And, while many of us are aware of the negative effect that these kinds of story can have on us, it…

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The world of pop music was forever changed when the first group of “boys” – or young men – got together and started singing and dancing together. The term “boy band” was soon minted and the craze followed. Passionate fans surround these groups even into modern music and while the best boy bands may be…

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The U.S. faces far more threats to its national security than from spy balloons or classified documents discovered in former and current presidents’ homes. About 50 million more threats every year. That’s the estimated number of records annually classified as confidential, secret or top secret by the U.S. government. The U.S. has an overclassification problem, which,…

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No importa si eres un profesional o un aficionado al bricolaje: tener un buen cinturón de herramientas puede ser la clave de un trabajo de mantenimiento. Es posible que a menudo te encuentres comenzando un proyecto improvisadamente y siempre que tengas tiempo. Tener uno de los mejores cinturones de herramientas del mercado puede ser como…

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STANFORD, Calif. — Marc Tessier-Lavigne, current president of Stanford University, and researcher investigating Alzheimer’s disease, is once again under scrutiny for allegations of falsifying data in scientific papers. The saga began in 2009; at the time Tessier-Lavigne was a high-level executive at Genentech, a biotechnology company. In a scientific paper published in the journal Nature,…

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Officials of the U.S. Department of Defense confirmed on Feb. 2, 2023, that the military was tracking what it called a “spy balloon” that was drifting over the continental United States at an altitude of about 60,000 feet. The following day, Chinese officials acknowledged that the balloon was theirs but denied it was intended for…

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA – Scientists researching alcohol and nicotine addictions found that eating or drinking too much sugar activated the same pathways as nicotine. This Australian study also found that over 70% of toddler foods tested exceeded the World Health Organizations guidelines for total sugar. In 2018, the UK introduced a tax with a goal of…

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WÜRZBURG, Germany — People who “bend reality to their own liking” and have dark, Machiavellian personality traits are far more likely to embrace fake news, researchers say. New findings from the Human Computer Media Institute at Julius-Maximilians-Universität in Würzburg (JMU) suggest that people with “dark factors of personality” often reject concrete facts in favor of narratives…

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By Robin Faith Bachin, University of Miami, via The Conversation Hurricane Ian barreled ashore with winds of up to 150 mph (240 kph) on Florida’s southwest coast on Sept. 28, 2022. The storm’s powerful winds and torrential rains reduced entire communities to rubble, killing more than 120 people, including many who drowned in floodwaters resulting from the…

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BRISTOL, England — An international study reports that Republican members of Congress are increasingly sharing news from dubious sources, in comparison to European politicians. Conducted by researchers at the Graz University of Technology (TU Graz) in Austria and the University of Bristol, the study says Republican Congress members keep sharing more and more links to websites…

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NORTH RHINE-WESTPHALIA, Germany — It’s hardly a secret that social media isn’t the best use of our time. Still, millions keep on scrolling, clicking, and commenting for hours on end. Now, researchers from the University of Duisburg-Essen have documented some of the unique ways headlines on Facebook “bait” users into interacting with posts. The general topic…

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There are dozens of studies, innovations, and research findings released everyday by institutions and clinics across the world. Here’s a look at some of the other notable health reports from May 24. Polymersomes efficiently deliver siRNA to treat breast cancers in preclinical model Eugenia Kharlampieva, Ph.D., and Eddy Yang, M.D., Ph.D., of the University of Alabama…

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There are dozens of studies, innovations, and research findings released everyday by institutions and clinics across the world. Here’s a look at some of the other notable health reports from May 23. Microbes can degrade the toughest PFAS Engineers at UC Riverside are the first to report selective breakdown of a particularly stubborn class of PFAS…

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There are dozens of studies, innovations, and research findings released everyday by institutions and clinics across the world. Here’s a look at some of the other notable health reports from May 20-22. Journal of Parkinson’s Disease Welcomes New Co-Editor-in-Chief Lorraine V. Kalia, MD, PhD, FRCPC A globally recognized authority on Parkinson’s disease, Lorraine V. Kalia, MD,…

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There are dozens of studies, innovations, and research findings released everyday by institutions and clinics across the world. Here’s a look at some of the other notable health reports from May 19. New breathable gas sensors may improve monitoring of health, environment Newly developed flexible, porous and highly sensitive nitrogen dioxide sensors that can be…

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There are dozens of studies, innovations, and research findings released everyday by institutions and clinics across the world. Here’s a look at some of the other notable health reports from May 18. Risk factors for dementia may vary with age A new study shows that among people around age 55, the risk of developing dementia…

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There are dozens of studies, innovations, and research findings released everyday by institutions and clinics across the world. Here’s a look at some of the other notable health reports from May 17. Aging-US: New Insights on Skin Aging Gleaned From Naked Mole-Rats A new research paper was published on the cover of Aging (Aging-US) Volume 14, Issue…

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There are dozens of studies, innovations, and research findings released everyday by institutions and clinics across the world. Here’s a look at some of the other notable health reports from May 16. 2022 Warren Alpert Prize goes to mRNA research that enabled the design of COVID-19 vaccines The2022 Warren Alpert Foundation Prize has been awarded to…

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