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Tiny diamond reveals hidden water pathway deep inside Earth

A tiny diamond from Brazil has provided scientists with remarkable new evidence that water may travel much deeper into Earth's interior than previously thought. Hidden...

Astronomers Uncover the Magnetic Signature Of the Universe’s Most Powerful Explosions

Astronomers have achieved a major breakthrough by detecting a hidden magnetic signal from one of the most powerful explosions in the universe. Using the U.S....

A New Way to Prevent Muscle Pain from Cholesterol Drug Statins

Statins are among the most commonly prescribed medicines in the world because they lower cholesterol and greatly reduce the risk of heart attacks and...

One Avocado a Day May Help Protect Your Heart

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in many countries, so researchers are constantly looking for simple ways to improve heart health. While healthy...

Poor Sleep and a Disrupted Body Clock May Be Raising Your Risk of Overactive...

Overactive bladder is a common condition that causes a sudden, difficult-to-control urge to urinate. Many people also need to visit the toilet more often during...

Obesity May Send Harmful Signals to the Brain, Raising Alzheimer’s Risk

Many people think Alzheimer's disease begins and ends in the brain. However, scientists are discovering that changes in other parts of the body may also...

A Simple Daily Routine Could Ease Pain and Depression

Keeping a regular daily routine may be one of the simplest ways to improve health as we grow older. Many people focus on eating well...

AI Sleep Test May Predict Dementia Years Before Symptoms

Scientists are searching for better ways to spot dementia before memory loss becomes obvious. Dementia develops slowly over many years, and by the time symptoms...

Natural Rice Bran Compound May Help Calm Gut Issues

Researchers at Toho University have discovered that a natural plant compound found in rice bran and whole grains may help control how strongly the...

Hidden DNA Changes May Predict Blood Cancer Years Before It Worsens

Scientists have completed one of the longest studies ever carried out on chronic blood cancers, following patients for up to 25 years. The research, led...

The Gene That May Help the Brain Stay Younger for Longer

Scientists have known for many years that people who inherit the APOE2 version of the APOE gene are less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease...

Understanding Different Side Effects of Blood Pressure Drugs

Treating high blood pressure is one of the most effective ways to prevent heart disease and stroke. However, many people worry about possible side...

Understanding the Causes and Risk Factors of Mini-Strokes

A mini-stroke can be frightening because it often appears suddenly and then disappears just as quickly. Doctors call this condition a transient ischemic attack,...

Could a Common Blood Pressure Pill Help People Live Longer?

As people live longer than ever before, scientists are searching for safe ways to help them stay healthy in old age. Instead of simply adding...

The Cause of Muscle Weakness in Older Adults May Be in the Brain

As people grow older, many find that everyday activities such as climbing stairs, standing up from a chair, or carrying shopping bags become more...

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After 100 Years of Searching, Astronomers Finally Find Betelgeuse’s Hidden Companion

Astronomers have found the strongest evidence yet that Betelgeuse, one of the brightest and most famous stars in the night sky, is not alone. After...

What Happens to Solar Panels After They Die?

Solar panels have become one of the most recognizable symbols of clean energy. They sit on rooftops, cover large solar farms and generate electricity from...

Alien Signals May Hide in Unexplored High Radio Frequencies

Confirming the existence of extraterrestrial intelligence via radio signals, also called technosignatures, is the cornerstone of radio astronomy. While humanity has been asking since time...

Scientists Turn Insect Smell Receptors into a Powerful Electronic Nose on a Chip

Scientists have taken inspiration from one of nature's oldest insects to create a new type of electronic nose that could one day help detect...

Hidden Battery Flaw Could Be Quietly Shortening the Life of Future Electric Cars

Electric vehicles are becoming more popular every year, and better batteries are a big part of making them more affordable and practical. One of the...