| Scientists Discover Previously Undetected Bat-Borne Virus Infecting Humans in South Asia |
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2026-01-07 13:05:16 +00:00
 Researchers investigating Nipah-like illnesses in Bangladesh have uncovered evidence of another bat-borne virus circulating in humans. Researchers studying infectious diseases have found evidence of Pteropine orthoreovirus (PRV), a bat-associated orthoreovirus, in stored throat swabs and virus cultures from five people in Bangladesh. These patients were originally believed to have Nipah virus infection but later tested […]
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| A Hidden Ingredient in Processed Foods May Raise Diabetes Risk |
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2026-01-07 10:00:19 +00:00
 The preservatives that keep processed foods fresh may also be quietly increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes. Eating more food preservatives, which are commonly added to processed foods and drinks to extend shelf life, has been linked to a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The findings come from a large research effort […]
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| A “Dead” Star Comes Alive in a Stunning NASA X-Ray View |
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2026-01-07 04:50:48 +00:00
 NASA’s IXPE has just revealed the hidden geometry of a white dwarf’s cosmic feeding frenzy—using X-rays to see what no telescope could before. Scientists have used NASA’s IXPE (Imaging X-ray Polarization Explorer) to study a white dwarf star for the first time. By measuring the polarization of X-rays, the mission allowed astronomers to investigate the […]
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| Astronomers Finally Solve Betelgeuse’s Biggest Mystery |
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2026-01-07 04:15:03 +00:00
 Betelgeuse’s long-standing mystery has been cracked: a hidden companion star is literally reshaping the giant from the inside out. Astronomers using new data from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope along with observations from ground-based telescopes have uncovered fresh evidence of a companion star shaping the environment around Betelgeuse. The study, led by researchers at the Center […]
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| “Like the Living Dead” – Gaza’s Children Are Too Hungry and Traumatized To Learn |
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2026-01-07 00:01:00 +00:00
 Gaza’s children are losing not just school, but hope, identity, and belief in a future worth reaching. After more than two years of fighting, many Palestinian children in Gaza are physically exhausted, emotionally traumatized, and unable to take part in everyday activities like learning or playing, according to a new report. The study warns that […]
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| Scientists Discover Potent Anti-Diabetic Compounds Hidden in Roasted Coffee |
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2026-01-06 21:56:09 +00:00
 A new study reveals that roasted coffee contains previously unknown compounds capable of inhibiting a key enzyme linked to blood sugar control. Scientists have identified three compounds that strongly inhibited α-glucosidase, an enzyme that plays a central role in breaking down carbohydrates during digestion. Because blocking this enzyme can help control post-meal blood sugar spikes, […]
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| Widely Used Dementia Drug Raises Stroke Risk in All Patients |
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2026-01-06 21:21:00 +00:00
 New safety study links sedative use to increased stroke risk. A large UK study involving more than 165,000 people with dementia has found that the drug risperidone increases the risk of stroke in all patients studied, undermining the idea that there is any group for whom the drug is clearly safe. Risperidone is a strong […]
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| How a Broken Body Clock Could Fuel Alzheimer’s Disease |
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2026-01-06 20:46:58 +00:00
 Alzheimer’s may advance by breaking the brain’s internal clock—and resetting it could help fight the disease. Alzheimer’s disease often interferes with a person’s normal daily patterns. Early warning signs frequently include poor sleep at night combined with increased daytime napping. As the disease advances, many patients develop sundowning, a state of confusion and agitation that […]
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| The Surprising Truth About Bamboo Tissue’s Carbon Footprint |
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2026-01-06 18:23:05 +00:00
 Bamboo tissue’s green image fades once you factor in coal-powered manufacturing. Bamboo tissue paper produced in China has become a popular option for shoppers looking to reduce their environmental impact. Despite its green reputation, new research suggests these products may not deliver the climate advantages many consumers expect. In some cases, bamboo tissue may even […]
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| The Hidden Architecture of Ocean Life Is Finally Coming Into Focus |
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2026-01-06 17:48:01 +00:00
 Scientists are expanding plankton cells to reveal the hidden architecture that powers life in the oceans. Plankton quietly sustain life on Earth. These microscopic organisms generate a large portion of the oxygen we breathe and sit at the base of the ocean food web. They are also extraordinarily diverse, with tens of thousands of known […]
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| The Hidden Fire Crisis Building Across the Western U.S. |
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2026-01-06 17:13:03 +00:00
 By stopping fires for generations, the western U.S. may have made its wildfire problem far worse. Wildfires are not always harmful to forests. In many ecosystems, fire helps remove accumulated debris, returns nutrients to the soil, and supports healthy regeneration. For more than 100 years, the United States has invested billions of dollars in suppressing […]
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| Scientists Say Europa’s Ocean May Be Too Quiet for Life |
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2026-01-06 16:00:00 +00:00
 Europa’s ocean may be vast and mysterious—but beneath the ice, it could be eerily quiet and lifeless. Jupiter is surrounded by nearly 100 known moons, but Europa stands apart. Covered in ice and believed to hide a massive ocean of salty liquid water beneath its surface, the moon has been a prime target in the […]
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| Coral Reefs Are Quietly Running the Ocean on a Daily Schedule |
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2026-01-06 14:01:33 +00:00
 Coral reefs act like timekeepers for nearby microbes, triggering daily cycles that reshape microscopic life in surrounding waters. These hidden rhythms reveal reefs as active ecosystem engineers—and potential early warning systems for reef health. A new study reveals that coral reefs do far more than shelter fish and colorful marine life. They also help organize […]
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| A Mysterious Weak Spot in Earth’s Magnetic Field Has Grown Nearly Half the Size of Europe |
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2026-01-06 13:26:27 +00:00
 Long-term satellite measurements show that Earth’s magnetic field is changing faster and more unevenly than expected, driven by dynamic processes deep within the planet’s core. Drawing on 11 years of magnetic field data collected by the European Space Agency’s Swarm satellite constellation, researchers have found that a weak zone in Earth’s magnetic field over the […]
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| What if Dark Energy Doesn’t Exist? New Theory Could Rewrite Cosmic Expansion |
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2026-01-06 12:51:31 +00:00
 The rapid acceleration of the universe’s expansion continues to challenge our understanding of fundamental physics. Why the universe is expanding faster and faster remains one of the most intriguing open questions in modern physics. Current theories cannot fully account for this behavior using the existing picture of the physical world, which combines Einstein’s general theory […]
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| Stanford’s AI Predicts Disease Risk From a Single Night of Sleep |
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2026-01-06 10:00:59 +00:00
 One night of sleep may contain hidden clues that predict major diseases years before they strike. A bad night of sleep usually leads to grogginess the next day, but it may also point to serious health problems years before they appear. Researchers at Stanford Medicine have developed a new artificial intelligence system that can analyze […]
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| Scientists Uncover a Hidden Switch That Controls Longevity |
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2026-01-06 03:01:59 +00:00
 A tiny worm revealed how simple sensory signals can quietly switch longevity on or off. The idea of extending life may be especially popular among modern tech circles, but the desire to stay young or live forever has fascinated humanity for thousands of years. Many of the most reliable strategies scientists know for increasing lifespan, […]
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| Blood Tests Reveal How Quickly Obesity Accelerates Alzheimer’s |
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2026-01-06 02:25:56 +00:00
 Obesity may quietly fast-forward Alzheimer’s disease, with blood tests revealing the change years earlier than expected. Researchers have completed the first study to examine how obesity influences blood biomarkers linked to Alzheimer’s disease (BBMs). The findings show that these biomarkers increased as much as 95% faster in people with obesity compared with those without obesity. […]
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| The COVID Vaccine May Secretly Help Fight Cancer |
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2026-01-06 01:50:20 +00:00
 A COVID shot may have quietly given cancer patients a powerful survival boost. Researchers have found that patients with advanced lung or skin cancer lived significantly longer if they received a COVID-19 mRNA vaccine within 100 days of starting immunotherapy treatment, compared with patients who were not vaccinated. The finding comes from scientists at the […]
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