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One of the biggest stars in the universe might be getting ready to explode

One of the largest known stars in the universe underwent a dramatic transformation in 2014, new research shows, and may be preparing to explode. A...

Exercise does not really ease arthritis pain, study finds

Osteoarthritis is one of the most common joint diseases in the world, especially among older adults. It happens when the protective cartilage that cushions the...

Study finds the real key to heart health

Many people try to improve their health by following popular diets that focus on cutting carbohydrates or reducing fat. Low-carb diets often limit foods like...

Could a hidden lung germ quietly cause Alzheimer’s disease?

Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most feared illnesses of aging. It slowly destroys memory, thinking ability, and independence. For many years, scientists have focused...

Ancient eggshell engravings reveal early humans’ surprising math skills

More than 60,000 years ago, early humans in southern Africa were carving patterns onto ostrich eggshells—and new research shows these designs were far more...

Common pain reliever in pregnancy not linked to autism or ADHD

Many pregnant women worry about what medicines are safe to take, especially when they have pain or fever. One of the most commonly used medications...

New brain therapy reduces depression effectively in just 5 days

Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world, affecting hundreds of millions of people. It can cause deep sadness,...

Scientists find one of the smallest dinosaurs ever found in South America

Scientists have discovered a remarkably complete fossil of a tiny dinosaur that is helping to solve a long-standing puzzle about a strange group of...

Scientists find new way to potentially reverse Alzheimer’s damage process

A new laboratory breakthrough is giving scientists a clearer view of a chemical process linked to Alzheimer’s disease—and it could help guide the design...

Scientists discover new silicon qubit that could transform quantum Internet

Quantum technology promises to revolutionize computing, communication, and sensing by using the strange behavior of particles at the atomic level. But turning this promise into...

Stunning new image reveals hidden gas “rivers” at the heart of the Milky Way

Astronomers have captured the most detailed view ever of the center of our Milky Way galaxy, revealing a tangled web of cold gas filaments...

How a simple urinary infection can suddenly worsen dementia in older adults

Urinary tract infections, often called UTIs, are common and usually easy to treat in younger people. They can cause pain, burning during urination, and...

Why some people get very sick from a cold while others barely notice

The common cold is something almost everyone experiences many times in life. It usually starts with a sore throat, runny nose, sneezing, and tiredness. In...

Exercise may be one of the most powerful treatments for depression and anxiety

Depression and anxiety are among the most common health problems in the world today. They affect people of all ages, from teenagers to older...

Tiny plastic particles found in 90% of prostate cancer tumors

Plastic has become part of everyday life. It is used in food containers, water bottles, clothing, packaging, electronics, and countless household products. Over time, these...

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Scientists discover new Spinosaurus species deep in the Sahara

Scientists have discovered a new species of the famous dinosaur Spinosaurus in the central Sahara Desert, revealing surprising details about how these unusual predators...

Scientists discover hidden teenage galaxies at the edge of the universe

Astronomers have uncovered a mysterious group of distant galaxies that may fill an important gap in our understanding of how galaxies grow and change...

Webb Telescope peers into Uranus’s mysterious upper atmosphere

For the first time, scientists have created a detailed map of the upper atmosphere of Uranus, revealing how temperature and electrically charged particles change...

Why so many space rocks look like snowmen

Far beyond Neptune, at the cold edge of our solar system, millions of icy objects drift quietly in a region called the Kuiper Belt. These...

Scientists finally reveal the hidden “glue” inside lithium-ion batteries

Lithium-ion batteries power everything from smartphones to electric cars, yet scientists are still learning how the tiny parts inside them affect performance. Researchers at the...