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Are horses in equestrian sports being harmed by bending their necks?

Horses experience hyperflexion, or rollkur, when their necks bend far towards their chests – it could place the animal at a greater risk of physical discomfort and stress




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Largest genome sequenced so far is 30 times bigger than a human's

The South American lungfish has a whopping 180 gigabases of DNA in each cell, compared with 6 gigabases in human cells




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Tense docu-thriller exposes the cruelties of commercial whale trade

Orca – Black & White Gold digs deep into the dirty waters surrounding the killer whale trade and captures a daring rescue mission




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How dodo de-extinction is helping rescue the extraordinary pink pigeon

The same genetic tools being used to resurrect the woolly mammoth and dodo could help many other vulnerable species that have yet to die out




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How clues in honey can help fight our biggest biodiversity challenges

There are secrets aplenty in a pot of honey – from information about bees' "micro-bee-ota" to DNA from the environment – that can help us fight food fraud and even monitor shifts in climate




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Why the words we use in physics obscure the true nature of reality

Simple words like "force" and "particle" can mislead us as to what reality is actually like. Physicist Matt Strassler unpacks how to see things more clearly




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The physicist who argues that there are no objective laws of physics

Daniele Oriti’s pursuit of a theory of quantum gravity has led him to the startling conclusion that the laws of nature don’t exist independently of us – a perspective shift that could yield fresh breakthroughs




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Claudia de Rham: In search of the true nature of gravity

Claudia de Rham has spent much of her life dedicated to unravelling the true nature of gravity, thinking deeply about gravitons, the hypothetical carrier of this enigmatic force




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You can turn any random sequence of events into a clock

A set of mathematical equations can help turn apparently random observations into a clock – and then measure its accuracy




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Why the words we use in physics obscure the true nature of reality

Simple words like "force" and "particle" can mislead us as to what reality is actually like. Physicist Matt Strassler unpacks how to see things more clearly




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The physicist who argues that there are no objective laws of physics

Daniele Oriti’s pursuit of a theory of quantum gravity has led him to the startling conclusion that the laws of nature don’t exist independently of us – a perspective shift that could yield fresh breakthroughs




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Gold hydrogen: Is there a huge reserve of clean fuel in Earth's crust?

Geologists think there may be vast natural stores of hidden hydrogen gas within Earth, but no one is sure how much there is or how much could be recovered for energy




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Dried-up lake may explain why California is 'overdue' major earthquake

Pressure on the San Andreas fault from a now-dried lake could have been sufficient to trigger past major earthquakes in California. The lake’s disappearance could explain why there have been no such quakes for nearly 300 years




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Kīlauea volcano: Watch live footage of the eruption in Hawaii

The Kīlauea volcano in Hawaii has begun erupting, spewing volcanic gas and ash across the island




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New Scientist recommends Twisters – action sequel with added tornadoes

The books, TV, games and more that New Scientist staff have enjoyed this week




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Tense docu-thriller exposes the cruelties of commercial whale trade

Orca – Black & White Gold digs deep into the dirty waters surrounding the killer whale trade and captures a daring rescue mission




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Ancient Mesopotamian clay seals offer clues to the origin of writing

Before Mesopotamian people invented writing, they used cylinder seals to press patterns into wet clay – and some of the symbols used were carried over into proto-writing




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In satire Rumours, diplomatic communiques collide with the end times

A stellar cast play leaders of G7 countries facing an existential crisis in Rumours, a smart film about communication, diplomatic nonsense and not coping, says Simon Ings




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Any delay in reaching net zero will influence climate for centuries

Reaching net-zero emissions is essential for halting climate change - but even after we achieve this goal, parts of the planet will continue to warm. Delaying net zero will worsen these effects




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Drought, fires and fossil fuels push CO2 emissions to a record high

An annual accounting of CO2 emissions from burning fossil fuels and land use change finds no sign emissions will peak this year




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Ancient bronze hand may offer clue to the origins of Basque language

Archaeologists say a mysterious language inscribed on a 2000-year-old metal hand may be related to Basque, but linguists aren't convinced




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Mysterious rock art in Venezuela hints at little-known ancient culture

Pictograms and petroglyphs depicting abstract lines and shapes offer a rare glimpse into the culture of people who lived in South America thousands of years ago




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The plague may have wiped out most northern Europeans 5000 years ago

DNA evidence from tombs in Sweden and Denmark suggests major plague outbreaks were responsible for the Neolithic decline in northern Europe




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Ancient Mesopotamian clay seals offer clues to the origin of writing

Before Mesopotamian people invented writing, they used cylinder seals to press patterns into wet clay – and some of the symbols used were carried over into proto-writing




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Should You Take Ashwagandha For Thyroid Issues?

Title: Should You Take Ashwagandha For Thyroid Issues?
Category: Health and Living
Created: 7/18/2022 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 7/18/2022 12:00:00 AM




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Egg Recall: Frequently Asked Questions

Title: Egg Recall: Frequently Asked Questions
Category: Health News
Created: 8/23/2010 9:59:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/23/2010 9:59:19 AM




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More Evidence Virus Plays Role in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Title: More Evidence Virus Plays Role in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Category: Health News
Created: 8/23/2010 6:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/24/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Initial Savings May Hide True Cost of Prostate Cancer Care

Title: Initial Savings May Hide True Cost of Prostate Cancer Care
Category: Health News
Created: 8/23/2010 12:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/24/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Slowed Reflexes in Aging Could Be Due to Brain Changes

Title: Slowed Reflexes in Aging Could Be Due to Brain Changes
Category: Health News
Created: 8/24/2010 2:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/25/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Nicotine Can Fuel Breast Cancer, Study Suggests

Title: Nicotine Can Fuel Breast Cancer, Study Suggests
Category: Health News
Created: 8/24/2010 12:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/25/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Preexisting Health Issues Add to Problems for Disaster Survivors

Title: Preexisting Health Issues Add to Problems for Disaster Survivors
Category: Health News
Created: 8/26/2010 4:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/27/2010 12:00:00 AM




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Germ-Infected Mosquitoes Can't Spread Dengue

Title: Germ-Infected Mosquitoes Can't Spread Dengue
Category: Health News
Created: 8/25/2011 11:01:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/25/2011 12:00:00 AM




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Little Evidence on Value of Treatments for Autism: Report

Title: Little Evidence on Value of Treatments for Autism: Report
Category: Health News
Created: 8/28/2012 10:05:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/28/2012 12:00:00 AM




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Could Your Genes Influence How You Vote?

Title: Could Your Genes Influence How You Vote?
Category: Health News
Created: 8/27/2012 4:05:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/28/2012 12:00:00 AM




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'Cyborg' Tissue Created Using 'Nano-Wires'

Title: 'Cyborg' Tissue Created Using 'Nano-Wires'
Category: Health News
Created: 8/28/2012 6:05:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/29/2012 12:00:00 AM




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West Nile Virus Cases Continue to Climb

Title: West Nile Virus Cases Continue to Climb
Category: Health News
Created: 8/30/2012 11:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/30/2012 12:00:00 AM




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Frequent MRI Scanner Exposure Might Affect Memory: Study

Title: Frequent MRI Scanner Exposure Might Affect Memory: Study
Category: Health News
Created: 8/30/2012 10:05:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/30/2012 12:00:00 AM




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How to Help Kids Quell Back-to-School Jitters

Title: How to Help Kids Quell Back-to-School Jitters
Category: Health News
Created: 8/24/2013 9:35:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/26/2013 12:00:00 AM




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Terms Docs Use Can Influence Patients' Cancer Choices

Title: Terms Docs Use Can Influence Patients' Cancer Choices
Category: Health News
Created: 8/26/2013 4:36:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/27/2013 12:00:00 AM




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New Clues to Causes of Autism Found

Title: New Clues to Causes of Autism Found
Category: Health News
Created: 8/29/2013 9:35:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/29/2013 12:00:00 AM




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Brain Size May Yield Clues to Anorexia

Title: Brain Size May Yield Clues to Anorexia
Category: Health News
Created: 8/28/2013 12:35:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/29/2013 12:00:00 AM




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'Sleep Drunkenness' Is Common and Linked to Other Behavior Issues

Title: 'Sleep Drunkenness' Is Common and Linked to Other Behavior Issues
Category: Health News
Created: 8/25/2014 4:35:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/26/2014 12:00:00 AM




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Study Questions Value of Certain Knee Surgeries

Title: Study Questions Value of Certain Knee Surgeries
Category: Health News
Created: 8/25/2014 12:36:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/26/2014 12:00:00 AM




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Scientists Spot Genetic Clues to Crohn's Disease

Title: Scientists Spot Genetic Clues to Crohn's Disease
Category: Health News
Created: 8/27/2014 9:35:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/27/2014 12:00:00 AM




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CDC Advises Pregnant Women to Avoid Miami Beach Due to Zika

Title: CDC Advises Pregnant Women to Avoid Miami Beach Due to Zika
Category: Health News
Created: 8/19/2016 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/22/2016 12:00:00 AM




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The True Cost of EpiPen Coupons

Title: The True Cost of EpiPen Coupons
Category: Health News
Created: 8/26/2016 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/26/2016 12:00:00 AM




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Synthetic Fentanyl Fueling Surge in Overdose Deaths: CDC

Title: Synthetic Fentanyl Fueling Surge in Overdose Deaths: CDC
Category: Health News
Created: 8/25/2016 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/26/2016 12:00:00 AM




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Animal Research Yields Clues to Sexual Spread of Zika

Title: Animal Research Yields Clues to Sexual Spread of Zika
Category: Health News
Created: 8/25/2016 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/26/2016 12:00:00 AM




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1 in 5 Moms Mum About Post-Pregnancy Blues

Title: 1 in 5 Moms Mum About Post-Pregnancy Blues
Category: Health News
Created: 8/29/2017 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/29/2017 12:00:00 AM




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Before Volcano Buried Pompeii, Toxic Water May Have Plagued Residents

Title: Before Volcano Buried Pompeii, Toxic Water May Have Plagued Residents
Category: Health News
Created: 8/29/2017 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/30/2017 12:00:00 AM