Men tend to lose the Y chromosome from their cells as they age. But because the Y bears few genes other than …
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Last May, the White House released a budget request for FY2026 that proposed eliminating the CDC’s National Center for Injury Prevention and …
The new moon on February 17 marks the start of the Lunar New Year, which is celebrated in many Southeast and East …
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Exercise may be one of the most powerful treatments for depression and anxiety
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogCardio activities such as running, swimming, and dancing appear to be especially effective at easing symptoms of depression and anxiety. That conclusion …
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Why an Army antidrone laser grounded flights at El Paso International Airport
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogLate on Tuesday night, the city of El Paso, Tex., learned that the airspace over El Paso International Airport had been closed …
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Snakes keep evolving into cannibals — here’s what scientists think is going on
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogCannibalism might seem like a rare and unnatural occurrence, but the behavior has arisen in several snake lineages throughout evolutionary history, often …
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What the FDA’s rejection of Moderna’s flu shot means for the future of vaccines : NPR
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogThe Food and Drug Administration rejected Moderna’s new flu shot. This raises questions about what it means for the future of vaccine …
Roses are the “queen of flowers,” and they’ve earned the title: from Romeo and Juliet to Beauty and the Beast and ABC’s …
For most of modern medical history, scientists have framed infectious disease as having two possible outcomes: recovery or death. You either get …
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‘The brain consistently moved upward and backward’: Astronauts’ brains physically shift in their heads during spaceflight
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogGoing to space is harsh on the human body, and as a new study from our research team finds, the brain shifts …
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This planet friendly diet could cut your risk of early death by 23%
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogNew research from Aarhus University suggests that the updated Nordic dietary guidelines, created to support both personal health and environmental sustainability, may …
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First Solid Evidence of Hannibal’s Infamous War Elephants Discovered in Spain : ScienceAlert
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogElephants are not exactly commonplace in the European landscape, so when archaeologists uncovered an elephant foot bone among the rubble of an …
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Proposed ICE Detention Center in New Hampshire Draws Criticism from Massachusetts Governor
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogMassachusetts Gov. Maura Healey (D) called on her New Hampshire Republican counterpart to oppose a proposed Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention center …
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Flying doctors of Lesotho won’t let aid cuts bring them down : NPR
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogResidents of the isolated village of Mphooko wave as a team from the Lesotho Flying Doctor Service departs after a day treating …
Last Post: Do the math The Australian
The following essay is reprinted with permission from The Conversation, an online publication covering the latest research. Going to space is harsh …
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Leadership shakeup at RFK Jr.’s health department ahead of midterms
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogWASHINGTON — Two top health officials are leaving their jobs amid a shakeup at the Department of Health and Human Services aimed …
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MPs cast doubt over proposed Passengers’ Council’s power to make UK railway accessible
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogParliament’s transport select committee has questioned whether the Railways Bill’s proposed Passengers’ Council will have enforcement power required to create a railway …
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FDA rejects drug from Disc Medicine, early recipient of commissioner’s voucher
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogAdam Feuerstein is a senior writer and biotech columnist, reporting on the crossroads of drug development, business, Wall Street, and biotechnology. He …
A new study is the first to identify genetic variants linked with chromosomal abnormalities that can lead to pregnancy loss. About half …
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Ancient rock art depicting hunters and geometric shapes discovered in Egypt’s Sinai Desert — and it spans a period of 10,000 years
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogA rock shelter discovered in the southern Sinai Desert contains designs and inscriptions spanning a period of 10,000 years, the Egyptian Ministry …
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‘Runaway’ black hole detected by the James Webb telescope adds a strange new chapter to our universe’s story
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogLast year, astronomers were fascinated by a runaway comet passing through our solar system from somewhere far beyond. It was moving at …
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Axolotls can regenerate their thymus, a complex immune system organ
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogAxolotls are famous for their ability to regrow significant parts of their bodies. But according to recent research, these frilly-headed salamanders, which …
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How often do people fall passionately in love? The answer may be less than you think
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogFebruary 14, 2026 3 min read Add Us On GoogleAdd SciAm How often do people fall passionately in love? The answer may …
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First Proof is AI’s toughest math test yet. The results are mixed
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogFebruary 14, 2026 4 min read Add Us On GoogleAdd SciAm AI just got its toughest math test yet. The results are …
Researchers at Michigan State University have identified a molecular “switch” that boosts sperm energy just before they attempt to fertilize an egg. …
Elephants use their trunks much like a human uses their hands: to pick up food and manipulate objects. A new study finds …
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Science news this week: China turns a desert into a carbon sink, a Viking Age grave holds a giant who had brain surgery, real-life inception, and a last-minute Valentine’s gift idea from nature
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogThis week’s science news was filled with astonishing stories about ecological transformations. Topping the list was the finding that China has planted …
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Colorectal cancer is leading cancer killer for people under 50 : NPR
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogJames Van Der Beek’s death at age 48 highlights a sad statistic: More people under 50 are getting colorectal cancer. LEILA FADEL, …
As Valentine’s Day approaches, we take a look at monogamy and its alternatives among animals — including humans. JUANA SUMMERS, HOST: With …
