A recent study published in Earth and Planetary Science Letters has revealed compelling evidence of an exceptionally powerful solar storm that struck Earth more than 14,000 years ago, near the end of the last Ice Age. Researchers now consider this event the most intense solar particle storm ever recorded, surpassing the previously unmatched storm of […]
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Recent research indicates that the bacteria causing the plague evolved to become less lethal over time, allowing it to infect people during three distinct pandemics over more than a thousand years. The Plague of Justinian: A Two-Century Crisis The first pandemic, known as the Plague of Justinian, occurred in the 6th century at the beginning
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Tiny plastic particles are infiltrating agricultural soils, bringing with them hazardous chemical additives and pollutants. These substances have already been found in foods like lettuce, wheat, and carrots, showing how plastics and their compounds can enter the food chain — ending up in your salad and, eventually, inside your body. Tracking the Sources of Contamination
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More than just loyal companions, dogs are proving to be valuable allies in medical research. A new study has shown that humans and dogs share key proteins that could speed up the understanding and treatment of complications related to anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries — a condition common to both species. Comparative Oncology: A Model
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If you’re struggling to fall asleep, it might be worth giving your partner a gentle nudge—or checking the nightstand drawer. A recent study confirms what many already suspected: engaging in sexual activity right before bedtime can lead to better sleep. Researchers from Central Queensland University and Flinders University in Australia tracked the sleep patterns of
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Picture a robot that can seamlessly switch between flying like a drone and driving like a wheeled rover. Such a device could have significant practical applications—assuming it functions reliably in real-world settings. That’s exactly what the ATMO robot was built to achieve, by transforming in mid-air before it lands. Origins and Development at Caltech ATMO,
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Just like humans, many animals rely on social interactions to survive and thrive. As a result, effective communication between individuals is essential. Highly social species tend to develop more complex communication systems. Think of chimpanzees using gestures and vocalizations, or elephants exchanging information through touch and low-frequency calls. Bottlenose dolphins live in complex social structures,
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European researchers tested a drug combination with anti-aging potential in mice and found that it increased the animals’ lifespan by approximately 30%. In addition to living longer, the mice also remained healthier for more time, showing reduced chronic inflammation and a delayed onset of cancer. A Drug Duo With a History in Cancer Treatment The
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Restoring forests—particularly in tropical regions—may have a stronger cooling effect than previously thought. However, even if all the trees lost since the mid-1800s were replanted, it wouldn’t be enough to fully offset the warming caused by human activities. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions is still crucial. A new modeling study from the University of California, Riverside—published
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The United Nations announced on Wednesday that there is a 70% likelihood that the average global temperature from 2025 to 2029 will exceed the critical threshold of 1.5 degrees Celsius. Following the two hottest years ever recorded in 2023 and 2024, the planet is expected to continue experiencing unprecedented warming levels, as detailed in the
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