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Forget boiling water: Researchers brew espresso with sound waves

For many coffee lovers, making espresso seems to require two essential ingredients: very hot water and high pressure. But researchers at the University of New...

Astronomers discover massive star-making fuel supply in one of the universe’s earliest galaxies

Astronomers have discovered a huge reservoir of cold gas in one of the earliest known galaxies, providing new clues about how some galaxies grew...

Obesity Drugs Could Protect the Heart by Reducing Blood Pressure

For many years, doctors have encouraged people with obesity to lose weight in order to improve their heart health. Even modest weight loss can reduce...

Could a Common Cholesterol Drug Help Older People Reduce Frailty

Millions of older adults worry about losing their strength and independence as they age. Many people fear not only serious illnesses such as heart disease...

Scientists Develop Cuff-Free Blood Pressure Watch

For decades, measuring blood pressure has involved the same basic process. A cuff is wrapped around the upper arm, inflated until it squeezes the...

Popular Diabetes Drug Helps Kidney Patients Feel Better Every Day

When people think about treating chronic diseases, they often think about living longer. But for many patients, feeling better each day can be just...

This Surprising Hospital Habit Could Cut Deadly Pneumonia by 50%

When people think about preventing infections in hospitals, they often imagine advanced medical equipment, powerful antibiotics, or complex cleaning systems. Few would guess that...

Resistance Training Just 4 Minutes a Day Helps Older People Stay Strong

Many people believe they need to spend hours exercising every week to improve their health. For older adults, this belief can sometimes become a...

CKM Syndrome: The Hidden Link Between Obesity, Diabetes, Heart Disease and Kidney Disease

Cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome, often called CKM syndrome, is a relatively new term that many people have never heard of. Yet health experts believe it may become...

Do Women with Irregular Heartbeat Really Need More Blood Thinners?

A new study involving almost one million patients is challenging one of the most influential ideas in modern heart care. Researchers from Tulane University report...

These Things Can Cause Thyroid Problems

The thyroid gland is small, but it plays a huge role in keeping the body healthy. Located at the front of the neck, this butterfly-shaped...

Simple Drug Combo Cuts Risk of Heart Attacks and Strokes

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide. Every year, millions of people suffer heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, and other serious cardiovascular...

Early Warning Sign of a Hidden Dementia Can Begin Years Before Symptoms

A major scientific breakthrough may help doctors detect a serious brain disease long before people notice any symptoms. Researchers from Lund University in Sweden have...

Tiny Tin Flakes and LED Light May Destroy Cancer Cells Safely

Cancer is one of the leading causes of death around the world. Every year, millions of people are diagnosed with different forms of the...

Steroid Use May Trigger Dangerous Heart Rhythm Problems

Anabolic steroids have become increasingly popular among people looking to build muscle, improve athletic performance, or achieve a certain physical appearance. Social media platforms are...

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How small is too small for life? New study reveals which planets can keep...

Scientists searching for life beyond Earth have developed a new way to identify which distant planets might be able to support life. Their new tool,...

Meet the giant Scorpion that ruled earth 415 million years ago

Long before dinosaurs appeared, a giant scorpion more than a meter long prowled the landscapes of what is now England and Wales. Scientists have now...

Scientists finally find the Milky Way’s missing black hole wind

For more than 50 years, astronomers have searched for a powerful wind blowing from the supermassive black hole at the center of our galaxy. Now,...

Scientists Create AI That Can Invent New Battery Electrolytes

Artificial intelligence is helping scientists discover new medicines, create advanced materials, and now even design better batteries. Researchers at the University of Chicago have developed...

Jupiter’s giant shockwave reveals how particles reach near-light speed

Scientists studying Jupiter have captured electrons in the act of being accelerated to extremely high speeds, offering new clues about one of the universe's...