Sleep deprivation makes staying awake and focusing nearly impossible. A new study using fruit flies may have uncovered the cellular origin of this biological shutdown, offering deeper insights into why we need rest. Scientists at the University of Oxford have identified mitochondria the energy-producing structures in our cells as key players in signaling the urgent […]
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New research warns that smartphone use before age 13 may harm children’s mental health, linking it to suicidal thoughts, poor emotional control, low self-esteem, and detachment—especially in girls. The earlier children had smartphones, the greater the negative impact on their well-being. The study links these effects to early exposure to social media, sleep loss, cyberbullying,
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Some still assume that women long for a romantic partner and build their lives around a spouse—but this view is deeply flawed. A recent University of Toronto study found that, on average, single women reported greater satisfaction with their relationship status, overall life, and sex lives, along with a lower desire for a partner. The
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Air-mobility startup FlyNow Aviation has conducted the first untethered flight of its stacked dual-rotor electric helicopter, the eCopter, at a test site in Eastern Austria. Founded in 2019, FlyNow Aviation aims to deliver efficient, eco-friendly, and affordable urban flight solutions. Unlike most emerging air taxis, the eCopter resembles a personal electric helicopter rather than a
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HomeBase USA has deployed Simbe Robotics’ Store Intelligence platform—featuring the Tally autonomous shelf-scanning robot—at its Copperas Cove, Texas, and Laramie, Wyoming locations. The Laramie launch marks Tally’s first deployment in Wyoming. With large-format stores and tens of thousands of SKUs spanning categories like hardware, lumber, and lawn care, HomeBase faces complex inventory challenges that benefit
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Emerging research suggests that the COVID-19 pandemic may have aged our brains, even in those who never contracted the virus. A recent study found that stressors such as social isolation, health fears, and general uncertainty during the pandemic period were enough to accelerate brain aging—especially among older adults, men, and individuals from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds.
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A groundbreaking 14-year study has revealed that consuming artificially sweetened beverages may raise the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by over a third—an even greater increase than that linked to sugary drinks. These findings challenge the widespread belief that diet sodas are a healthier alternative, suggesting they might have their own metabolic consequences. A
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Though humpback whales may appear serene and slow-moving, they undergo one of the most extreme weight-loss transformations in the animal kingdom—losing around 36% of their body weight in under two months. Remarkably, they manage this without the harmful tissue breakdown seen in other species during starvation. New research is now shedding light on the massive
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Chinese robotics company Unitree has unveiled the R1—its most budget-friendly humanoid robot yet—with a surprisingly low price tag of just $5,900. That’s less than the cost of a high-end Leica Q3 camera, making it remarkably accessible for a robot that can walk and respond to commands. Compact Build with Functional Capabilities Standing just under 4
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USC researchers have created a wearable system that allows for more natural and emotionally rich interactions in shared virtual environments, expanding opportunities in remote work, education, healthcare, and more. Restoring the Power of Touch in a Digital World Touch is essential to human communication and connection, helping build trust, regulate stress, and form emotional bonds
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