Eight children have been born in the UK using genetic material from three people, which appears to have prevented them from developing serious genetic conditions ​Eight children have been born in the UK using genetic material from three people, which appears to have prevented them from developing serious genetic conditions Eight children have been born in …

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A comparison of cut marks on bones reveals that Neanderthal groups living fairly close to each other had their own distinct ways of butchering animals ​A comparison of cut marks on bones reveals that Neanderthal groups living fairly close to each other had their own distinct ways of butchering animals A comparison of cut marks on …

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Hawaiian coral reefs may face unprecedented ocean acidification within 30 years, driven by carbon emissions. A new study by University of Hawai‘i researchers shows that even under conservative climate scenarios, nearshore waters will change more drastically than reefs have experienced in thousands of years. Some coral species may adapt, offering a glimmer of hope, but …

Corals in crisis: A hidden chemical shift is reshaping Hawaiian reefs Read More »

Hovering fish aren’t loafing—they burn twice resting energy to make micro-fin tweaks that counteract a natural tendency to tip, and body shape dictates just how costly the pause is. The discovery flips a long-held assumption about effortless neutral buoyancy and offers fresh blueprints for agile, instability-embracing underwater robots. ​Hovering fish aren’t loafing—they burn twice resting …

Hovering fish burn twice the energy—study shocks scientists Read More »

In the remote reaches of Arizona s Petrified Forest National Park, scientists have unearthed North America’s oldest known pterosaur a small, gull-sized flier that once soared above Triassic ecosystems. This exciting find, alongside ancient turtles and armored amphibians, sheds light on a key moment in Earth’s history when older animal groups overlapped with evolutionary newcomers. …

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Eight children who were at risk of serious genetic conditions have hit all of their developmental milestones after donor mitochondria was used during their IVF conception ​Eight children who were at risk of serious genetic conditions have hit all of their developmental milestones after donor mitochondria was used during their IVF conception Eight children who were …

Children conceived using mitochondria from a donor are now doing well Read More »

Struggling to sleep might be the hidden reason why adults with ADHD traits often feel less satisfied with life. New research reveals a strong link between insomnia and reduced well-being in people with ADHD symptoms, suggesting a vicious cycle where poor sleep worsens attention and emotional issues, and vice versa. ​Struggling to sleep might be …

Can’t sleep, can’t focus, can’t thrive? ADHD and insomnia may be a vicious cycle Read More »

Snow leopard cubs have been photographed in Mongolia – the first time researchers have visited one of the animals’ dens since 2019 ​Snow leopard cubs have been photographed in Mongolia – the first time researchers have visited one of the animals’ dens since 2019 Snow leopard cubs have been photographed in Mongolia – the first time …

Rare images capture snow leopard cubs in their dens Read More »

A new UCL study reveals that aligning workouts with personality boosts fitness and slashes stress—extroverts thrive on HIIT, neurotics favor short, private bursts, and everyone benefits when enjoyment leads the way. ​A new UCL study reveals that aligning workouts with personality boosts fitness and slashes stress—extroverts thrive on HIIT, neurotics favor short, private bursts, and …

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Less than a quarter of us hit WHO activity targets, but a new UCL study suggests the trick may be matching workouts to our personalities: extroverts thrive in high-energy group sports, neurotics prefer private bursts with breaks, and everyone sees stress levels drop when they find exercise they enjoy. ​Less than a quarter of us …

Matching your workouts to your personality could make exercising more enjoyable and give you better results Read More »