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Researchers Flag 4,200 Harmful Plastic Chemicals, Urge Safer Alternatives

Nations are in the process of negotiating a global agreement aimed at ending plastic pollution and improving the safety and sustainability of plastics. A key concern in these talks is the presence of chemicals in plastics—ranging from food wrappers to car tires—that can seep into food, household environments, and ecosystems. Many of these plastic-related chemicals […]

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Research Reveals Sleep Plays a Key Role in Protecting Heart Health for Menopausal Women

Healthcare, Medicine / Jorge Paka

During menopause, just 20% of women achieve ideal scores on the American Heart Association’s health-assessment tool, Life’s Essential 8 (LE8). Of its eight key health metrics, four—blood sugar, blood pressure, sleep quality, and nicotine use—play a major role in predicting future heart risks. Among them, sleep stands out as especially important for long-term cardiovascular health.

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Hugging Face Opens Orders for Reachy Mini Robots

Applied Science, Robotics / Leandro Conceição

Hugging Face is inviting developers to explore and experiment with its newest robotics offering. The AI platform announced Wednesday that it’s now taking orders for its Reachy Mini desktop robots, first revealed in May alongside a larger humanoid robot named HopeJR. Two models of the Reachy Mini will be available: the $449 Reachy Mini Wireless,

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Not All Types of Body Fat Carry the Same Risk for Developing Dementia

Healthcare, Medicine / Jorge Paka

A new study suggests that your waistline may offer more insight into your brain health than the number on the scale—particularly for older men. When assessing dementia risk, where body fat is stored seems to matter more than how much there is. New research led by Monash University seeks to clarify conflicting findings from earlier

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China Launches a Wild New Robot Soccer League

Applied Science, Robotics / Leandro Conceição

China has officially kicked off its first humanoid robot soccer league. Though these players don’t breathe, they’re already picking up skills like dribbling, shooting, taking tumbles—and getting right back up. China Kicks Off RoBoLeague with First-Ever AI Robot Soccer Match Launched on June 28, 2025, in Beijing, the RoBoLeague features fully autonomous 3-on-3 soccer matches

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Waymo Tests Robotaxis in Philly and NYC

Applied Science, Robotics / Mauro Lucas

Waymo launched “road trips” to Philly and NYC, signaling Northeast expansion plans. These trips don’t mean a commercial launch is imminent. As with past trips to cities like Houston and Orlando, Waymo sends human-driven cars with autonomous tech to map new areas. Later, they test the vehicles in autonomous mode—with safety drivers—gathering data to refine

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Camel Milk Shown to Lessen Asthma Symptoms

Healthcare, Pharmacy / Jorge Paka

New research suggests that camel milk can help ease the severity of asthma triggered by house dust mites—a common and persistent allergen. Although still in its early stages, the study hints at the potential of using camel milk alongside existing asthma treatments. House dust mites (HDM), microscopic organisms found in nearly every home—especially in warm,

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MIT’s Vision-Based Technology Allows Robots To Recognize And Understand Their Own Bodies

Robotics, Tech / Jorge Paka

At MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL), a soft robotic hand slowly curls its fingers around a small object. What’s remarkable isn’t its mechanical structure or any built-in sensors—because it has none. Instead, the system depends entirely on a single camera that observes the robot’s actions and uses that visual input to guide

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Spinal Implants Help Paralyzed Rats Walk Again

Biology, Evolution / Leandro Conceição

Scientists in New Zealand have developed a minimally invasive technique that successfully restored movement in paralyzed rats. This breakthrough brings us closer to treating incurable spinal cord injuries that cause lasting motor loss in humans and animals. Ultra-Thin Implant Delivers Targeted Spinal Cord Stimulation The University of Auckland team created an ultra-thin implant that delivers

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AI Robots Replace Weed Killers and Farm Workers

Applied Science, Robotics / Marcílio Santos

Unaffected by the scorching midday sun, a solar-powered, AI-driven wheeled robot methodically navigates a California cotton field, removing weeds with precision. Facing U.S. farm labor shortages and herbicide-resistant weeds, startup Aigen’s AI robot Element provides a cost-effective, eco-friendly alternative that cuts harmful chemicals in food. A Healthier Future Through AI Farming “This is the best

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