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Team cracks mystery of how plants ‘do the twist’
Team cracks mystery of how plants ‘do the twist’ Researchers have cracked the mystery of how plants “do the twist” by growing twisted organs, such as roots that skew hard right or left to avoid obstacles. The team found that a change in gene expression in the plant epidermis, rather than a full null mutation, […]
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Rodeo is an app for making plans with friends you already have
Rodeo is an app for making plans with friends you already have Rodeo is an app that uses AI to help users schedule activities with their existing friends. The app was founded by two former Hinge execs who were frustrated with the difficulty of making plans with friends due to busy schedules and social media […]
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How does helping family across generations affect health?
How does helping family across generations affect health? A new study of over 38,000 adults across Europe explores the impact of intergenerational support on health. The study suggests that the relationships between helping family members across generations may be more complex and common than previously thought. Intergenerational support can take many forms, including financial assistance, […]
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Discovery may pave way for better cancer drugs
Discovery may pave way for better cancer drugs A new study has made a breakthrough discovery that could lead to the development of better cancer treatments by targeting a specific protein complex. The study focused on mTOR, a protein at the center of two different complexes (mTORC1 and mTORC2) that play key roles in cell […]
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Wearable tech detects subtle signs of frailty in older adults
Wearable tech detects subtle signs of frailty in older adults Researchers have developed a wearable device that uses artificial intelligence to detect subtle warning signs of frailty in older adults. The device, which resembles a soft mesh sleeve worn around the lower thigh, monitors and analyzes leg acceleration, symmetry, and step variability to identify potential […]
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Smoking is still involved for most young tobacco and weed users
Smoking is still involved for most young tobacco and weed users A new study found that most young Americans (12-34) use nicotine, tobacco, and cannabis products, but smoking those items remains a common method. The study, funded by the National Cancer Institute and NIH, analyzed data from 8,722 individuals who reported using these products in […]
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Fossils offer clues to animal life millions of years ago
Fossils offer clues to animal life millions of years ago Fossilized bones from animals that lived 1.3 to 3 million years ago have been analyzed for metabolism-related molecules, revealing insights into their health, diets, and environments. The study found warmer and wetter conditions across these environments compared to today, with many metabolites pointing to genes […]
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Drivers struggle to multitask when using car touch screens
Drivers struggle to multitask when using car touch screens Researchers found that drivers who multitasked while using car touch screens suffered from decreased driving accuracy and speed, as well as increased lane drifting. The study, which used a vehicle simulator and tracked participants’ gaze, finger movements, and cognitive load, revealed that the visual component of […]
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The Industrial Revolution had uneven health impacts in England
The Industrial Revolution had uneven health impacts in England A new study reveals that the Industrial Revolution had uneven health impacts across England, challenging the traditional narrative of industrial cities being uniformly polluted. The researchers used a combination of historical evidence and bone geochemistry to analyze skeletal remains from two towns, one industrial (South Shields) […]
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How climate shaped bears, dogs, and more
How climate shaped bears, dogs, and more Researchers at the University of Washington studied over 850 carnivoran specimens to understand how climate changes shaped their body shapes. The study found that two major climate transitions, around 34 million years ago and 15-13 million years ago, led to changes in body shape between different carnivoran families. […]
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Framework announces another memory price hike — and it likely won’t be its last
Framework announces another memory price hike — and it likely won’t be its last Framework, a modular PC company, has announced another price hike for its DDR5 RAM modules due to rising memory costs. The new prices are as follows: $10 per GB for 8GB, 16GB, and 32GB, with “slightly higher” prices for the 48GB […]
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Studying Physics in Microgravity
Studying Physics in Microgravity Researchers conducted an experiment on the International Space Station to study physics in microgravity, which may advance fields like fire suppression and plant growth in space. The Fluid Particles experiment used oscillating frequencies to observe how particles cluster and form larger structures in microgravity, with potential applications for understanding phenomena on […]
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Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and other Switch games are up to 50 percent off
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and other Switch games are up to 50 percent off Nintendo Switch games are on sale, with discounts ranging from 25 to 50 percent off. The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom and Princess Peach: Showtime are among the games available at these deals. Other popular Nintendo titles like Super Mario […]
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Google is letting some people change their @gmail address
Google is letting some people change their @gmail address Gmail users may soon be able to change their email address. The feature appears to allow users to add a second Gmail address, rather than replacing their existing one. Email sent to the old address will still arrive in the user’s inbox. The new address will […]
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Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and other Nintendo games are up to 50 percent off
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and other Nintendo games are up to 50 percent off Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and other Nintendo games are up to 50% off, including Princess Peach: Showtime ($41.99), The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom ($41.99), Super Mario Odyssey ($39.99), and Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition ($39.99). Amazon is offering discounts on […]
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Who thinks Republicans will suffer in the 2026 midterms? Republican members of Congress
Who thinks Republicans will suffer in the 2026 midterms? Republican members of Congress More than two dozen Republican House members have either resigned or announced their intent not to run for reelection in 2026, a record number at this point in the election cycle. The departures are attributed to various factors, including frustrations with gridlock, […]
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Resolve to network at your employer’s next ‘offsite’ – research shows these retreats actually help forge new connections
Resolve to network at your employer’s next ‘offsite’ – research shows these retreats actually help forge new connections Participating in an offsite event at your employer can help you forge new connections and improve your working relationships, even if it feels like a transactional or uncomfortable experience. Research shows that offsites can increase collaboration among […]
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New materials, old physics – the science behind how your winter jacket keeps you warm
New materials, old physics – the science behind how your winter jacket keeps you warm Modern winter jackets use a combination of physics principles, including conduction, convection, and radiation, to keep you warm while remaining breathable. The development of new materials, such as extremely thin synthetic fibers and breathable membranes, has given designers more control […]
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Midlife weight gain can start long before menopause – but you can take steps early on to help your body weather the hormonal shift
Midlife weight gain can start long before menopause – but you can take steps early on to help your body weather the hormonal shift Midlife weight gain can start years before menopause due to hormonal shifts that begin during perimenopause, leading to gradual muscle loss and increased insulin resistance. The real metabolic shift happens during […]
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Deepfakes leveled up in 2025 – here’s what’s coming next
Deepfakes leveled up in 2025 – here’s what’s coming next By 2025, deepfakes have improved dramatically, producing fully lifelike content that can fool non-expert viewers and even institutions in everyday scenarios. The volume of deepfakes has grown explosively, with an estimated increase from 500,000 online deepfakes in 2023 to 8 million in 2025, with annual […]
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The 10 best shows to stream on Amazon Prime Video from 2025
The 10 best shows to stream on Amazon Prime Video from 2025 Amazon Prime Video has released several strong installments to its biggest series, including Reacher, Fallout, and Invincible. The streaming service also premiered new shows and spinoffs to keep things fresh, offering a variety of content for subscribers. Reacher (season 3) is one of […]
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LG teases a new chore-completing home robot
LG teases a new chore-completing home robot LG has announced a new home robot called CLOiD that will perform a wide range of household chores. CLOiD features two articulated arms and five individually actuated fingers on each hand, allowing for more human-like movement. The robot’s motor-equipped arms have seven degrees of freedom, indicating a high […]
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‘This year nearly broke me as a scientist’ – US researchers reflect on how 2025’s science cuts have changed their lives
‘This year nearly broke me as a scientist’ – US researchers reflect on how 2025’s science cuts have changed their lives US researchers are reflecting on how the Trump administration’s science funding cuts have affected their lives and work, describing a year of devastation that has disrupted clinical trials, stunted grant reviews, and terminated billions […]
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With wolves absent from most of eastern North America, can coyotes replace them?
With wolves absent from most of eastern North America, can coyotes replace them? Coyotes have expanded their range across eastern North America, potentially filling the ecological role left by wolves that were extirpated from the region. Research found that coyotes and wolves have different diets, with wolves eating more medium-sized herbivores like beavers and nutria, […]
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Why it’s so hard to tell if a piece of text was written by AI – even for AI
Why it’s so hard to tell if a piece of text was written by AI – even for AI AI-generated text has become increasingly difficult to distinguish from human-written text, making it challenging for institutions to enforce rules governing its use. The detection of AI-generated text relies on complex algorithms and background assumptions that can […]
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Where the wild things thrive: Finding and protecting nature’s climate change safe havens
Where the wild things thrive: Finding and protecting nature’s climate change safe havens Climate change refugia are areas that remain relatively stable or even thrive despite rising temperatures, providing a haven for wildlife to survive and adapt. Researchers have identified climate change refugia in various locations around the world, including meadows in California’s Sierra Nevada, […]
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When AI learns ‘why,’ it creates better content
When AI learns ‘why,’ it creates better content A new study shows that when generative AI is trained to understand why certain headlines resonate, it avoids clickbait and produces more engaging, trustworthy content. The researchers used a hypothesis-driven approach, where the AI model generates competing hypotheses about why one headline is more engaging than another, […]
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What are gas stove manufacturers trying to hide? Warning labels
What are gas stove manufacturers trying to hide? Warning labels Colorado has passed a law requiring warning labels on gas stoves to inform consumers about the air quality implications of indoor gas stove use, which could have a substantial impact on public health. The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers is suing Colorado and asking a […]
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West Antarctica’s history of rapid melting foretells sudden shifts in continent’s ‘catastrophic’ geology
West Antarctica’s history of rapid melting foretells sudden shifts in continent’s ‘catastrophic’ geology West Antarctica’s rapid melting foretells sudden shifts in the continent’s geology, including catastrophic events like earthquakes, eruptions, landslides, and tsunamis. The ice sheet that covers West Antarctica was not present 3.6 million years ago, during a massive collapse of the ice sheet […]
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Unpaid caregiving work can feel small and personal, but that doesn’t take away its ethical value
Unpaid caregiving work can feel small and personal, but that doesn’t take away its ethical value Unpaid caregiving work can feel small and personal, but it has significant ethical value and contributes to the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. The decision to step back from a career to care for a loved one can […]
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