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Holly is a staff writer for BBC Science Focus, responsible for the popular Q&A section. She has an MSc (Hons) in Geosciences (Space and Climate Physics)…
Graviton It is one of the four fundamental forces, but what is gravity? It is made of? A quantum theory of gravity doesn’t exist (yet), but…
In the beauty industry, treatments to combat bloating and cellulite are in high demand. Celebrities like Jennifer Aniston, Kim Kardashian, and Sean “Diddy” Combs are now…
According to a bold study, women might excel at certain cognitive tasks during their menstrual period. New Research from University College London (UCL) and the Institute…
Aspirin, paracetamol, and ibuprofen are painkillers with different mechanisms of action. Aspirin is an anti-inflammatory and blood-thinning medication used for pain relief and heart disease. It…
The ancient Maya civilization of Central America has captivated researchers for centuries with its amazing astronomical calendar and impressive step pyramids. Along with their rich culture,…
Picture this: a hacker sitting at their laptop, frantically typing code as it flashes across the screen. Suddenly, they successfully hack into a satellite. Sounds like…
It has been common knowledge for many years that smoking is highly detrimental to health. Quitting smoking or avoiding starting in the first place are among…
The partial dam failure occurred after three days of heavy rainfall that caused the Minnesota River to reach its third-highest flood level since at least 1881.…
A beam is a stream of particles moving from a source to a target, exerting a pushing force rather than a pulling force on the target.…
Favoritism stems from our individual preferences for colors, tastes, faces, places, and more, which are influenced by our evolutionary history. For instance, we tend to prefer…
You’ve probably experienced this feeling before: after a long and exhausting day, all you want to do is curl up and sleep. But instead of allowing…
We have all experienced the discomfort of hydrogen and methane accumulating in the large intestine, causing pressure and the urgent need for release. This natural bodily…
As temperatures rise in many parts of the world this summer, staying cool can be a challenge. Imagine wearing a furry coat all day in such…
Fantasy is loved by all: it’s fun, intriguing, and messes with our minds. There are various types of optical illusions, and science often struggles to explain…
A team of British and American paleontologists has analysed the fossil record of ammonites (marine mollusks best known as snails) from the Late Cretaceous period (105…
Archaeologists from the University of Sydney say eyelets were a new innovation used to decorate clothing for social and cultural purposes, and mark a major shift…
Mammoth (Mammutus primigenius) is isolated Wrangel Island Mammoths were discovered off the coast of Siberia approximately 10,000 years ago and survived for over 200 generations before…
SummaryA neuroscientist who helped develop a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease has been indicted on fraud charges. The charges relate to allegations that the scientists fabricated…
A recent study indicates that the impact rate on Mars may be two to ten times higher than previously thought, depending on the size of the…
This weekend, there will be a passing asteroid near Earth, which poses no threat. With the right equipment and timing, you may be able to catch…
A pair of NASA astronauts will be on an extended mission aboard the International Space Station to address issues with Boeing’s new space capsule that arose…
The trunk, situated at the bottom of the Crew Dragon spacecraft beneath the astronauts’ seating area, typically carries cargo. It is equipped with solar panels for…
Semaglutide is an injectable weight loss drug sold under the name Wegovy. Michael Silk / Alamy As the number of weight-loss drugs on the market grows, so does confusion about the appropriate time for doctors to encourage their patients to start using them, especially when it comes to children. Now, the situation is made even
It has been suggested by expert nutritionists Dr. Emily Leeming and Nutritional Psychologist Kimberly Wilson that many individuals are experiencing accelerated brain aging due to a…
Astronomers used images from the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope and the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope to create a new 3D visualization of the Pillars of…
Do you think you understand your pets well? What if they could actually talk to you? Veterinarian Jess French Researchers believe that humans may soon be…
Hunga Tonga Hunga Ha'apai volcano, a few days before eruption, January 2022 Maxar (via Getty Images) Most of the approximately 150 million tonnes of water vapour…
Hayao Miyazaki's films Spirited Away The work doesn't have much to do with science, nor does its stage adaptation, which opened at the London Coliseum, but…
If AI could play chess more creatively, it might be a more enjoyable opponent Yoder Photography/Alamy Artificial intelligence can identify not only winning moves in chess,…
In the past, having children was seen as a necessary part of becoming an adult. However, this view has shifted in recent years, with more people…
VOR NVS is located on the edge of the village of Navas del Rey in Spain Ignacio Evangelista These isolated structures were once vital pillars of…
A duck’s wake always forms an angle of 39 degrees. But what does this tell us about the waves?Colin Underhill/Alamy Triangular relationshipMatt Parker (Allen Lane) Writing…
Having sex for too long or too frequently is the main cause of painful intercourse.Grinvalds/Getty Images A survey of college students found that most women who…
Our perception of reality is limited due to our evolution on the African plains 3 million years ago. Our senses, designed for survival, only reveal a…
What’s the best way to pet a cat? Answer: Probably not the way you do it. You might think petting is a tried-and-true way to bond…
If you’ve ever made it a goal to change your appearance, you’re not alone. Around 43% of UK adults have the goal of losing weightFor many,…
Similar to childbirth, the process of dying involves stages and noticeable progressions. The speed at which this process occurs varies from person to person, just like…
Running slowly is a new trend that has gained popularity among runners and exercise enthusiasts. It is believed that exercising at a slower pace can provide…
These bright (hot) “heat rings” are a common phenomenon and indicate active lava lakes. Jupiter Infrared Auroral Mapper (JIRAM) instrument aboard NASA’s Juno spacecraft. Visible, infrared…