Why shaving your legs could help you beat the rush to work: A sports science expert explains why shaving your legs really does knock time off your commute ...
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How science solved the Bermuda Triangle mystery: The patch of sea between Florida, Puerto Rico and Bermuda is a place of myth and mystery ...
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Why this poop-propelled ‘headless chicken monster’ is the ninja of the deep sea: The Spanish Dancer is a translucent, ruby-red creature that swims about and ...
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Feeling itchy yet?
Bed bugs are evolutionary masters when it comes to resisting the chemicals we’ve developed to kill them ... Show more
How much does poor sleep increase your chances of a car crash?: Best make sure you get a good night's kip before setting out on your next road trip ...
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Meet Gaia BH3, the most massive stellar black hole ever spotted in the Milky Way. 🌀💫
This cosmic monster is 1.5 times greater than the previous record holder ... Show more
'Alien aurora’ may have been spotted on nearby failed star: Astronomers have detected methane emission on a cold brown dwarf using data from the James Webb Space ...
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Secrets of our Moon could be lost forever thanks to upcoming lunar missions: More than twenty mission to the lunar surface are due to launch in the next two ...
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‘Giant fish lizard’ bigger than megalodon could be largest marine reptile ever discovered
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We still don’t know what caused the ‘Great Sheep Panic’ of 1888: On a mysterious night in 1888, sheep across Oxfordshire got spooked and ran miles from where ...
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This new ‘atlas of ageing’ could help keep your muscles younger for longer: Ageing muscles cause us a lot of difficulty as we grow older, but a new 'atlas of ...
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Could dinosaurs re-evolve in the future? A palaeontologist explains: While it’s a fun thought experiment, we really can’t predict what will evolve in the future ...
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The strange science of the Universe’s ‘expelled’ stars: There are stars out there without a galaxy to call home. Astronomers call them wandering stars ...
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Why 100 million black holes could be hidden across our galaxy: How many black holes are there in our galaxy? Could one be lurking around a cosmic corner? Well ...
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We could soon detect (and treat) dementia decades in advance. Here’s how: Trials of simple tests for the early detection of dementia have been announced.
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Sneezing stars? ⭐🤧
Using the ALMA radio telescope in Chile, researchers spotted baby stars blasting out dust, gas, and magnetic fields in epic ... Show more
Millions of donkeys are being killed to make medicine that doesn’t work: Ejiao, a traditional Chinese medicine, is made from donkey skin.
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How AI finally won its war on CAPTCHA images: Why Completely Automated Public Turing test to tell Computers and Humans Apart, or CAPTCHA ...
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Lady of the Rings 🌋💍Mount Etna is releasing an astounding number of volcanic vortex rings after a new crater opened at its summit.Credit: Getty
Earthshine tonight: How to see April's stunning Moon event: This April, the Moon is the gift that keeps on giving. As if a solar eclipse wasn't enough ...
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Why it's harder to shed weight as you get older (and how to fight it): Could these brain receptors be responsible for middle-aged weight gain? New research may ...
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Solar eclipse: The 20 best photos from 2024’s celestial spectacle: Total solar eclipse fever has gripped North America. Take a look at our gallery of amazing ...
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The 10 weirdest things that will happen during today's total solar eclipse: Eclipses are weird in and of themselves, but these strange happenings are even ...
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Quick Glance: Airplane Observes Solar Eclipse in Bloomington
- An airplane flies near the total solar eclipse in Bloomington, Indiana.
- People watch the partial solar eclipse on the observation deck of Edge at Hudson Yards in New York City.
- Sophia Moccia, 4, from Queens views the eclipse with a homemade mask in New York City.
- A solar eclipse is visible in Mazatlan, Mexico.
Fly 11 billion years into the past 💫☄️
Imagine taking a picture of the entire Universe in 3D – that's exactly what the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument ... Show more
The strangest animal behaviour to expect during April's solar eclipse: In 2017, scientists uncovered bizarre behaviour of some animals during the eclipse ...
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Quick Glance: The future total solar eclipses
- The next total solar eclipse in North America will occur on March 30, 2033, not in twenty years.
- The 2033 eclipse will offer a unique spectacle in Alaska after sunrise, coinciding with the aurora borealis season. Additionally, the path of totality extends to Siberia.
- The eclipse on August 23, 2044, will be visible in Montana and North Dakota, with Greenland and parts of Canada along the path.
- An equally remarkable eclipse to the 2024 event will take place on August 12, 2045, covering Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Oklahoma, and Florida in its path of totality.
On the 8th of April, a total solar eclipse will sweep across Mexico, the US and Canada in what for many people will be a once-in-a-lifetime event 🤩
But while ... Show more
Solar eclipse 2024: How to see the biggest cosmic event of the year this April: A total solar eclipse is a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle, and will be visible over ...
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Smells like teen spirit 🧀🐐
A scientific study has found that adolescent aromas can contain whiffs of cheese, soap, dried plums and…goats ... Show more #fragrance #sweaty #sciencefacts
Something very weird is happening to the planet's earthquakes. Here's why: Earth-shattering seismic events can occur away from the fault lines between tectonic ...
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The 6 best habits to keep your brain fit as you age, according to neuroscience
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Here’s how close you actually are to a rat right now: We’ve all heard it before, but are you really only ever six feet from a rat? According to science ...
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The top 10 strangest animal eggs you’ll ever see: From frogs bursting out of the backs of their mothers to dads keeping their young in their mouths ...
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POV: You’ve already eaten all your Easter eggs 👀
The jawfish takes fatherhood to the next level. For days, the male carries hundreds of fertilised eggs in his ... Show more
We could soon radically extend the human lifespan. Here’s why we shouldn’t
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Daylight savings time is bad for our health. Here’s what to do about it: Sleep experts think that its high time we scrapped daylight saving time. In the meantime ...
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The secret science behind your favourite musical harmonies: Why are there 12 notes in an octave? The answer: it's a combination of biology ...
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A species of sea pig has been nicknamed the "Barbie-pig" due to its hot pink colour and tiny "feet"🐷
It’s one of many amazing finds by a ... Show more #NHMDeepSea
6 ‘healthy’ foods you may not realise are ultra-processed: All foods can make up a balanced diet, but there are always several factors to consider.
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The seductive science of melted cheese: Here’s why it tastes so good: A chemistry and food expert explains why we're hardwired to love cheese even more when it's ...
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Venture into the supermassive black hole at the centre of the Milky Way 🕳️🌀
A mesmerising new image of Sagittarius A* (Sgr A*) has been released from the ... Show more
How to actually break your morning procrastination cycle: Have you seen low-dopamine TikTok trend? Influencers claim their simple hacks can boost productivity ...
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Auroras tonight: How to spot the 2024 northern lights: A massive solar storm is set to create a spectacular light show tonight, possibly as far south as the ...
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Lunar eclipse 2024 tonight: Here's when to see the full Moon spectacle: Your guide to when and where you can view the lunar eclipse - and if you're lucky ...
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Solar system planets in order: A complete guide: Here's everything you need to know about the order of planets in our Solar System. Facts about them and how to ...
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The next generation of drugs could be made in space. Here’s why: Several projects have proven the potential benefits of manufacturing drugs in orbiting ...
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Here's what ancient Egyptians had in common with octopuses: The centre of thought hasn’t always been in your head. Is thinking with something the same as ...
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Ghostbusters: A psychologist explains why we believe in the paranormal
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Kermit the…Fossil? 🐸🦴
It's not easy being green... especially for 270 million years!
Digging through the Smithsonian's National Fossil Collection ... Show more
Computers can't detect this mysterious glow on Venus. But the human eye can: A strange glow on Venus was first spotted by humans in 1643 but to this day we don't ...
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Instant Genius Podcast: Do you have synaesthesia? Why some of us can taste words: Do you experience sounds or music visually as certain shapes? Or 'hear' ...
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Mesmerising microorganisms 🔬🦠
Imagine a tiny trumpet hanging out in a pond – that’s a stentor! They can be found in freshwater ... Show more
The World Happiness Report 2024 results are in! 🤩
Find out which countries made the top 10 👀
Quick Glance: New Report: Kenya Ranks 114th in Happiness Index
- For the seventh consecutive year, Finland has secured the title of the world's happiest country, with Kenya ranking 114th out of a total of 143 countries. Conversely, Afghanistan finds itself at the bottom of the ranking as the unhappiest nation.
- The latest findings were unveiled on March 20, 2024, coinciding with the International Day of Happiness.
- This annual report relies on six key factors, encompassing social support, income, health, freedom, generosity, and absence of corruption. The economic dimension serves as a pivotal gauge for happiness levels across different nations.
- Attaining happiness is contingent on various elements like career progression and tackling specific challenges. The United Nations advocates for a harmonized economic growth strategy that fosters happiness and well-being for all.
Why trigger warnings (and pessimism) could be harmful to your mental health, according to a psychologist
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Here's what happens when an astronaut farts in space: According to NASA Astronaut Chris Hadfield, pretty much everyone on the International Space Station tries ...
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The 4 biggest findings from the major new UN climate report: It was another record-breaking year for the climate. But there is still hope ...
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A major collaboration between natural history museums worldwide has opened up a world of possibilities for studying rare and previously hidden species 🤩
Take ... Show more #animals #sciencenews
Time-restricted eating linked to 91 per cent higher risk of cardiovascular death: All the science was pointing in one direction: restricting eating to specific ...
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Quick Glance: Intermittent Fasting and Heart Health: What You Need to Know.
- Reports link intermittent fasting to a 91% increase in heart disease risk, prompting experts to warn about potential dangers.
- A long-term study involving over 20,000 US adults revealed that individuals restricting their eating to an eight-hour window had a 91% higher likelihood of dying from cardiovascular disease compared to those with a longer eating period of 12 to 16 hours.
- Taking various factors into account, researchers found no direct causation between this eating pattern and cardiovascular disease-related deaths, only a correlation.
- Intermittent Fasting: Exploring Heart Risks and Insights from a Recent Study.
Time-restricted eating linked to 91 per cent higher risk of cardiovascular death: All the science was pointing in one direction: restricting eating to specific ...
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The UK’s deadliest creature is probably in the same room as you right now: What is the deadliest creature in the UK? It's probably in the same room as you right ...
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The (very cute) reason dogs love sticking their heads out of car windows: When our four-legged, fluffy companions hang their head out of a car window their not ...
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Be more productive: A neuroscientist explains how to actually get more done in less time
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Why recycling isn't (necessarily) the best thing you can do to combat climate change
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COVID-19 more likely originated from a lab than animals, bold new study claims: A team of scientists think they're closer to the answer about where Covid-19 came ...
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Everest-sized ‘Devil comet’ tonight: How to see the once-in-a-lifetime 2024 event
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A dazzling new side of nature: The 20 best photos of British wildlife 2024: A lazy walrus, an agile fox and a majestic raven all star in our latest gallery of ...
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Peanuts have a seriously freaky growth cycle: Peanuts have an alias: Ground nuts. And they got it because of their unusual growth cycle ...
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The Universe is a hologram: Stephen Hawking's final theory, explained by his closest collaborator
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