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Astronomers find tiny rocky planets locked in eternal day and night

Astronomers have taken their most detailed look yet at the planetary system orbiting Barnard's Star, one of the Sun's closest stellar neighbors, and the...

Obesity May Be Behind Far More Cancer Cases Than Anyone Realized

Carrying extra body weight has long been linked to a higher risk of several types of cancer. Scientists have known about this connection for...

This Constipation Drug May Clear Brain Fog in Depression

Depression is more than feeling sad. Many people continue to struggle with poor memory, trouble concentrating, and mental "brain fog" even after their mood has...

Simple Blood Test May Predict Alzheimer’s Years Before Symptoms Appear

Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia and slowly damages memory, thinking, and the ability to carry out everyday tasks. Scientists know that...

Watching Too Much TV in Midlife May Age Your Brain Faster

Many people grew up hearing that watching too much television would 'rot your brain.' While that saying is exaggerated, a new study suggests there...

New Therapy May Increase Survival in Deadly Brain Cancer

Glioblastoma is one of the most difficult cancers to treat. It attacks the brain, grows rapidly, and almost always returns after treatment. Doctors have made...

Why the Mediterranean Diet Is So Good for Your Heart and Brain

Doctors have recommended the Mediterranean diet for decades because it is linked to longer life and lower rates of many diseases. Scientists have now discovered...

Hidden Eye Cleaning System Could Help Prevent Blindness

Scientists have made a discovery that could change how doctors understand some of the world's most common eye diseases. Researchers from the University of British...

Exercise May Rewire Your Heart’s Nerves, Study Shows

Exercise has long been recommended as one of the best ways to keep the heart healthy. It strengthens the heart muscle, improves blood circulation, and...

Why Alzheimer’s Disease May Steal Your Sleep

Scientists have uncovered a surprising reason why people with Alzheimer's disease often struggle to sleep, and the discovery could eventually lead to new treatments. Instead...

Why Long-Term Use of Anxiety and Sleep Drugs May Harm the Brain

Anxiety and sleep problems affect millions of people around the world. Doctors often prescribe medicines called benzodiazepines to help people feel calmer or sleep...

This ‘Off Switch’ in the Body Could Stop Chronic Inflammation

Inflammation is one of the body's natural defenses. When you get a cut or catch an infection, your immune system creates short-term inflammation to...

Scientists Find a Surprising Blood Pressure Change After Quitting Smoking

Many people believe that stopping nicotine products will quickly improve heart health. While quitting is still considered one of the best choices for long-term health,...

Too Much Coffee May Be Risky for People With Very High Blood Pressure

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world, and many people enjoy it every day. For most healthy adults, moderate coffee drinking...

Old Arthritis Drug May Bring New Hope for Painful Hand Joints

Simple tasks such as opening a jar, turning a key, buttoning a shirt, or holding someone's hand can become very painful for people with...

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This exoplanet hid for 10 years before astronomers finally found it

Astronomers have found a new exoplanet in the Beta Pictoris (β Pic) system. β Pic is about 63 light years away, and is notable for...

Scientists uncover the secret behind Mars’ mysterious metallic-looking sand dunes

A stunning new image from the European Space Agency (ESA) has revealed an ancient crater on Mars filled with dark, wave-like sand dunes that...

Rare Meteorite from New Jersey Contains Clues to the Origins of Life, Scientists Find

A meteorite that crashed through the roof of a home in Hillsborough, New Jersey, has given scientists a rare look at the chemistry of...

New molecule helps next-generation solar cells break the 26% efficiency barrier

Scientists have taken another important step toward making next-generation solar panels more powerful and longer lasting. An international team of researchers has developed a new...

This smart knitted fabric can count your steps, turn on lights, and change shape

Knitted fabrics are usually associated with warm sweaters, scarves, and blankets. But researchers at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences...