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Jurassic Period Birds
Jurassic Period Birds

Mar 31, 2025 06:05AM ● By Kris Urquhart

A fossil found in China pushes the estimated origin of birds back to 164–172 million years ago.

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Algae-based Cooking Oils
Algae-Based Cooking Oil

Mar 31, 2025 06:04AM

Algae oil, lower in saturated fat and higher in monounsaturated fats, shows potential as a sustainable cooking alternative.

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smart devices for the blind
Smart Devices for the Blind

Mar 31, 2025 06:03AM

Emerging Braille technologies aim to improve accessibility with tactile displays, though high costs remain a barrier.

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Albatross
74-Year-Old Albatross Becomes Mom Again

Mar 31, 2025 06:02AM

The world’s oldest known wild bird, Wisdom, laid an egg at Midway Atoll at age 74, extending a lifetime of reproductive activity.

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Natural Solution for Forever Chemicals

Mar 31, 2025 06:01AM

A bacterial strain reduced 96% of PFOS at a polluted site in Portugal, offering potential for PFAS cleanup.

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plugging in the brain
Non-Opioid Pain Killer Approved

Feb 28, 2025 07:15AM

A breakthrough in pain management: Journavx, a non-addictive pain reliever, offers hope beyond opioids for safe, short-term relief after surgery.

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Lonely girl on her phone
The Effects of Loneliness on Mental Health

Feb 28, 2025 07:14AM

Loneliness and stress worsen psychological distress. Learn how community and mental health support can combat these growing post-pandemic challenges.

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Plum Blossom Acupunture
Benefits of Plum Blossom Acupuncture

Feb 28, 2025 07:13AM

Explore the ancient healing power of plum blossom acupuncture, now modernized with digital stimulation to treat skin, vision, and pediatric conditions.

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Ultra-processed Foods
The Temptation of Ultra-Processed Foods

Feb 28, 2025 07:12AM

Discover why hyper-palatable, energy-dense foods are so hard to resist—and how certain choices can curb calorie intake and support healthier habits.

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Vocal biomarkers
Vocal Biomarkers to Diagnose Diabetes

Feb 28, 2025 07:11AM

AI technology detects Type 2 diabetes through subtle voice changes—offering a noninvasive, early diagnostic tool with accuracy comparable to blood tests.

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US Observatory
New U.S. Observatory in Chile

Feb 28, 2025 07:05AM

The Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile will study dark matter and create a comprehensive sky survey beginning in 2025.

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new uses for Carbon Dioxide
New Uses for Carbon Dioxide

Feb 28, 2025 07:04AM

Researchers are developing methods to convert carbon dioxide into valuable products such as plastics and fuels.

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Sea Turtle
Shutting Down Illegal Sea Turtle Trade

Feb 28, 2025 07:03AM ● By Kris Urquhart

DNA tracking through the ShellBank program is fighting the black market in endangered sea turtle shells, helping authorities dismantle global trafficking.

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Vultures in a tree
Vultures on Patrol in Africa

Feb 28, 2025 07:02AM

In Uganda, vultures fitted with AI trackers are helping rangers locate poachers faster—turning nature’s scavengers into unlikely conservation heroes.

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Hot thermometer
2024 Hottest Year on Record

Feb 28, 2025 07:01AM

Earth hits its hottest year yet, surpassing climate thresholds with alarming global temperature spikes.

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