Black bear fatally mauls uranium contractor in Canada
A black bear fatally mauls a contractor at a remote Canadian uranium mine, a rare and deadly event for Saskatchewan.
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AI-ranked · refreshes every 5 minEngaging with art may slow cellular aging, new research suggests
Engaging with art weekly may make individuals biologically younger by slowing cellular aging, according to new research.
Neanderthals may have had similar cognitive abilities to early humans
Contrary to previous beliefs, Neanderthals may have possessed cognitive abilities comparable to Homo sapiens, as skull shape differences did not necessarily indicate unequal brain capacity.
Ancient teeth suggest molecular links between Denisovans and Homo erectus
Analysis of ancient teeth reveals molecular evidence indicating a connection between Denisovans and Homo erectus, shedding light on early human evolution.
Neanderthals drilled cavities 59,000 years ago, earliest evidence of dental treatment
The discovery of a treated tooth shows Neanderthals performed dentistry 59,000 years ago, offering the earliest evidence of dental intervention.
Fungus survives NASA sterilization, raising Mars contamination concerns
A resilient fungus has proven capable of surviving NASA's sterilization procedures, sparking concerns about the potential contamination of Mars.
SpaceX explores foreign launch sites for Starship rocket
SpaceX is investigating international locations for Starship launches, broadening its options beyond current U.S. facilities.
Researchers create brain charts from 35,120 scans for human lifespan
New brain charts map white matter development across the human lifespan, built from over 35,000 scans, offering unprecedented insights into brain maturation.
6-8 hours sleep nightly linked to slower aging and improved health
A large study in Nature suggests that sleeping six to eight hours per night is optimal for slowing the aging process and enhancing overall health.
Trump sides with tobacco companies over FDA vape regulations, leading to resignation
President Trump's decision to block stricter FDA regulations on e-cigarettes, siding with tobacco giants, has led to the resignation of the FDA commissioner.
Bird eyes thrive without oxygen's metabolic advantage, new research shows
New study reveals how bird eyes, despite high energy demands, function and evolve effectively without relying on oxygen's typical metabolic benefits.
Microplastics in atmosphere may be contributing to global warming
New research indicates airborne microplastics can absorb atmospheric heat, potentially exacerbating global warming and impacting climate change.