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Tiny battery-free tags could transform care at home

A new technology is showing that something as simple as radio waves—already used to track packages or find lost items—could soon help doctors monitor...

A simple mixing trick could unlock safer, longer-lasting “dream batteries”

Imagine a battery that holds more energy, lasts longer, and is safer to use. Scientists from Argonne National Laboratory and University of Chicago say they...

How do ionic hair dryers work? Can they do what they promise?

If you've been in the market for a new hair dryer, you've likely seen advertising for ionic ones. Some claim to produce negative ions in...

Black hole ‘dancing jets’ pack the power of 10,000 suns, new study finds

Astronomers have captured striking new details of powerful jets shooting out from a black hole, revealing just how much energy these cosmic systems can...

Some healthy diets may increase lung cancer risk in non-smokers

Eating fruits, vegetables, and whole grains has long been seen as one of the best ways to stay healthy. Doctors and health experts often...

Simple home program cuts fall risk for stroke survivors by one-third

A new Australian study has found that a simple, home-based program can significantly reduce the risk of falls in people recovering from stroke. The research,...

Breakthrough tool may help doctors find ovarian cancer before it spreads

Ovarian cancer is one of the most serious health threats for women because it is usually found too late. Many women do not notice clear...

These 3 things are the key to mental health in older people

As people grow older, mental health becomes just as important as physical health. Many people think of mental health simply as the absence of...

Weekend heavy drinking may triple the risk of liver damage

Many people believe that as long as they drink only a small amount during the week, having several drinks on a Friday or Saturday...

One-third with inflammatory bowel disease have moderate-to-severe disability

Inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD, is a condition that affects the digestive system and often lasts for many years. It includes two main types,...

A simple blood test may detect memory decline years early

Many people worry about memory loss as they get older. Dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, is one of the most serious conditions affecting the brain. It...

Why one kind of sugar is a key driver of metabolic disease

Sugar is often blamed for weight gain and health problems, but not all sugars act the same way in the body. A new scientific report...

Could a simple supplement protect the heart in diabetes?

Type 2 diabetes is a common long-term condition that affects how the body uses sugar for energy. Over time, high blood sugar levels can damage...

Common blood pressure drugs may increase suicide risk, study warns

Blood pressure medicines are widely used to protect people from serious health problems such as heart disease, stroke, and kidney damage. These medicines are often...

Silent signs of kidney failure older people should be aware of

Kidneys are small organs, but they play a very important role in keeping the body healthy. They filter waste and extra fluid from the...

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A hidden island emerges in Antarctica, surprising scientists at sea

A team of 93 international scientists recently made an unexpected discovery while exploring one of the most remote parts of Antarctica. During a research expedition...

900 cycles and no fire risk: A safer battery alternative emerges

As the world increasingly relies on batteries—from phones and medical devices to electric cars and renewable energy systems—scientists are searching for safer and more...

Why Jupiter has more giant moons than Saturn

Jupiter and Saturn are the two largest planets in our solar system, and both are surrounded by dozens—even hundreds—of moons. But their moon systems look...

A new kind of star remnant? Scientists find two mysterious cosmic twins

Astronomers have discovered two unusual stellar objects that may belong to a completely new class of star remnants. These objects, nicknamed “Gandalf” and “Moon-Sized,” share...

This flexible gel could turn your body heat into power for wearable devices

Researchers at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) have developed a soft, flexible material that can turn body heat into electricity. This new technology could help...