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GLP-1 receptor agonists: more than just weight or blood sugar management? A large-scale analysis suggests these drugs may offer broader health benefits.
Summer holidays: the ultimate parenting puzzle. Ditch the mall and screens! Discover four families redefining summer with nature, crafts, and adventure.
A centuries-old Buddha, stolen from Nepal in the 1980s, is finally home. This priceless artifact returns to its Kathmandu temple, part of a growing wave of repatriated heritage.
A powerful tsunami, seen from space, is overturning what scientists thought they knew about how these waves travel.
Biochar boosts soil, but how? New research reveals it strengthens ant colonies, making them larger and more complex. But beware: too much biochar sends ants into decline.
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Harvard and IIT Madras roboticists built insectoid drones called RAnts. They missed a golden opportunity to name them "Antdroids.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, a Mayors AI Forum member, urges local governments to shape AI's use and impact. Their frameworks are crucial for guiding this powerful technology.
Fish aren't the only ones getting cleaned! Entomologist Mark Moffet observed ants lining up for "cleaning stations" in Arizona's Chiricahua Mountains, a behavior mirroring coral reef ecosystems.
A decades-long Massachusetts forest experiment reveals surprising soil carbon behavior.
Is this Anne Boleyn? A computer science team claims to have found a lost sketch of Henry VIII's second wife, but not everyone agrees.
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Forget solvents. Mechanochemistry is revolutionizing chemical reactions, making them happen in solids with little to no liquid.
Diagnosed with cancer at 18 months, Miles Scott's family was devastated. But at age five, a miracle happened.
Light just got an upgrade. A newly uncovered property suggests it's far more self-sufficient than previously believed.
Parasites: how do they evolve and spread disease? MSU biologist Matthew W. Brown's team just published findings in PNAS that are reshaping scientific understanding.
Unlock your ADHD superpowers! Leaning into creativity and hyperfocus can boost mental health and lead to a happier life.
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The Queen made history this week, becoming the first British royal to visit the library. Her mission? To complete Christopher Robin's original set of toys.
A ghoulish face and graceful dragon adorn 13th-14th century clay tiles. Found tucked in an old toffee tin, these fragments offer a glimpse into medieval artistry.
Steven Spielberg, the genius behind Jaws, E.T., and Jurassic Park, is known for brilliance. But even he makes mistakes. Josh O’Connor revealed Spielberg's hilarious text mix-up.
12 million kiwi once roamed New Zealand. Now, only 70,000 remain, declining 2% annually. A century ago, they vanished from Wellington's hills, saved only by offshore sanctuaries.
Worried about online firms using your data? Berkman Klein researchers unveil a new tool to verify identity, limit shared information, and control data storage.
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Build muscle without exhaustion! Slow, controlled lowering movements boost strength more efficiently. Just 5 minutes daily of simple exercises like chair squats can make a real difference.
Humans just left Earth's orbit for the Moon (again!), renewables outpaced global demand, and scientists cracked life's code. April was a month of big leaps and quiet acceleration.
An 8-year-old girl vacationing in Oak Island spotted a sea turtle snared on a fishing hook. Her quick thinking led to a rescue by the Oak Island Sea Turtle Protection Program.
From F1 champions to MotoGP superbikes, Brembo brakes define performance. Now, they're bringing that serious stopping power to mountain bikes with a new ecosystem of gear.
Jackie and Shadow's eaglets finally have names! Meet Sandy and Luna, chosen from over 63,000 submissions. Sandy honors former FOBBV director Sandy Steers.
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Scientists just uncovered the cellular “blueprint” that could one day let us regrow real teeth.
Beep and Moia are expanding on-demand and scheduled circulator services nationwide, Beep's CEO announced.
Companies are seizing control of their data to customize AI. The challenge: balancing ownership with the secure, high-quality data flow needed for reliable insights. This EmTech AI discussion explores AI factories.
Two months in, new Met trustee Jennifer Rubio (Away founder) and husband Stewart Butterfield (Slack co-founder) pledge $23 million to the museum.
Cancer-linked herbicides sprayed on their volleyball courts sparked outrage for Mackenzie Feldman and Bridget Gustafson in 2017. They offered to hand-pull weeds if UC Berkeley stopped spraying.
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Four states and the second-largest U.S. school district just limited screen time for students. They're curbing digital teaching and assessments.
Summer means mangoes! Alphonso, Kesar, Dasheri rule, but a new giant is here. Meet Noorjahan: 3.5kg, one-foot long, exclusively from MP's Katthiwada. This rare mango is the talk of the town!
Fat metabolism protein does more than release fat. It maintains healthy fat tissue and body balance. Missing it? Surprisingly harmful. This reshapes research.
The US-China space race heats up! As the ISS retires in 2030, the US lacks a replacement. China, however, dominates low Earth orbit with its Tiangong station, planning a major expansion.
Chennai's Padmini Janaki founded Livf.women, an AI platform guiding women through fertility, pregnancy, and parenthood. It's already supported over 2 lakh users with personalized care.
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Japan Airlines is deploying humanoid robots to its ground support staff on May 1, 2026. They'll handle baggage and operate equipment in a new pilot program with GMO AI & Robotics.
Worried NHS staff made over 1,700 calls to Martha's Rule helplines, seeking urgent second opinions for patients whose conditions they feared were worsening.
New tool identifies who needs weight-loss meds most. With 2/3 English adults overweight or obese, this could revolutionize care by targeting those at highest risk of obesity-related diseases.
From an Atlantic island, Mongabay's Spoorthy Raman connects with top global scientists and conservationists. Her St. John's, Newfoundland home is a hub for worldwide nature perspectives.
Iran's largest airport, Imam Khomeini International, is bustling again! Commercial flights resumed last week after a 58-day suspension due to the US-Israel war on Iran.