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Nuclear energy could be the missing puzzle piece in our clean energy transition

Feared by many, nuclear energy is a clean, reliable source of energy.

Teenage pregnancy is a big problem. Sex education can help fight it

The evidence showing the benefits of sex ed is stronger and stronger.

Finally, some good news: We can still meet the goals of the Paris Agreement

Climate change is in full swing -- but we can still tackle it if we act swiftly.

Researchers peer into the brain of birds as they're singing their best song

A new study reveals the circuitry that enables birds to perform their best.

Child identity theft is on the rise -- here are the signs and ways to stay safe

A new study warns that this could be a growing problem.

The global seed vault is getting its first deposit of the year

Located in the Arctic, it seeks to preserve world’s seeds from any risk.

New planet found "next door" to our solar system

The planet is close enough

Your microbiota will be having non-stop sex this Valentine’s Day

Bacteria don’t have sex to reproduce; they use it to stay alive and healthy.

The building blocks of life can form on space dust, offering clues to the origins of life

While it's not confirmed that life comes from space, this is a sign that it might.

British archeologists uncover 5,000-year-old stone drum in the grave of three children

It's one of only four objects of its kind discovered so far.

Scientists find a potentially habitable planet orbiting a dying star

There's still a long way to go to check it, but it's an exciting development

Koalas are now officially endangered in Australia

The once-thriving marsupial is under serious danger across the country

Stop feeling dizzy after suddenly standing up with these two simple movements

You can avoid the dizziness induced by standing up by raising your knees while seated or clenching your lower limbs.

Scientists make artificial fish powered by human heart cells

It's a roundabout way to study what it takes to grow a human heart from scratch.

Modern humans ventured into Neanderthal territory much earlier than we thought

Stone tools and a tooth found in a cave in France open up new questions on human history

Scientists achieve milestone on path towards nuclear fusion energy

It’s a near-limitless source of clean energy we could one day be using

France is poised for a massive investment in nuclear energy, with six new reactors planned by 2050

The country seems to be going against the flow by ensuring a steady supply of nuclear energy for the future.

Doctors overlook a curable cause of high blood pressure

A hormonal abnormality is gaining recognition as a common cause of hypertension, but few patients are screened for it.

Pap tests could one day tell women if they have breast or ovarian cancer

Two studies found genetic-based changes in the cervix that can detect other cancers.

Compound droughts risk destabilizing the global food supply if we keep burning fossil fuels

Empty tables are a chilling prospect.

How Neanderthals made indoor cave fires without choking

Neanderthals were smart enough to pick the perfect spot where to place their cave fires.

Your food may soon come wrapped in self-cleaning, biodegradable plastic inspired by the lotus

The material was inspired by the lotus leaf.

The journey of galaxy clusters in billions of years

We can now see the movement of the many galaxies living in nearby superclusters.

Dog poop is ruining natural areas around cities and threatening biodiversity

Nutrients from dog waste are overfertilizing the soil across natural areas close to urban centers.

Sea sponges survive in the Arctic by feasting on extinct creatures

There's still so much we don't know about the Arctic Ocean.

UK man becomes first patient to receive experimental cancer vaccine

It could be a groundbreaking trial.

Why some people can't count past "1": Mathematical thinking is shaped by language and culture

Counting is hard when your language doesn't have words for numbers.

Facebook ads can be used to gauge cultural similarity between countries

Social media knows everything about us.

Four years ago, Elon Musk sent a Tesla to space. What happened to it?

The Tesla Roadster has so far traveled over 2 billion miles, way past its warranty mileage.

Roadside trash is becoming a big problem -- and we only have ourselves to blame

It has important economic, environmental and even safety consequences.

Why aliens may look more like pasta rather than 'little green men'

We now know what to order in that fancy Martian restaurant.

Shifting to a healthier diet can increase your lifespan by up to a decade

Many of these changes are also eco-friendly and save on cash.

Almost nine-tenths of the Earth's coastlines are degraded by human activity

This is not happy news.

Next-generation rifle scope predicts the path of a bullet

It's basically a miniaturized version of the ballistic guiding systems found in tanks.

The human tongue can actually 'smell' things

You know how we recognize that something smells like strawberries, even though strawberries themselves don't have a smell?

Nursing home violence among dementia patients is a problem of neglect, not mental illness

More than a hundred people with dementia have died over the years in the U.S. as a result of resident-to-resident care home violence.

Just one extra hour of sleep can help overweight people eat less

If you struggle with weight loss, simply getting more sleep could do wonders.

Hero or usurper? Map discovery unveils land grabbing by controversial US explorer

Once revered as an American hero, William Clark is now being questioned for his actions

Climate change is making Europeans vote for Green parties -- in some places more than others

The more we feel the effects of climate change, the more we vote for Green parties.

World’s largest companies are greatly exaggerating their climate progress

Surprise, surprise: high-profiles companies aren't doing as much as they claim.

These spinal cord implants allow paralyzed patients to stand, walk, and even swim and cycle

The personalized spinal cord stimulation restored motor movements in completely paralyzed patients within a few hours.

Air conditioner use under climate change will overload the USA's electric grids

It takes a lot of juice to stave off heat.

How old is your dog? Open-science project is studying how dogs age, and you can join it

Over 32,000 dogs and their owners have already enrolled.

Chimpanzee mother tends her son's wound by applying insects

It's a dazzling display of prosocial behavior among great apes.

Satellite images detect massive gas leaks around the world

This could all be avoided, saving money and emissions.

UK zoo starts vaccine trials for a deadly elephant virus

It’s a world’s first and it could save lives of many elephants.

Artificial enamel is even stronger than real teeth

When enamel starts wearing off, cavities are not far behind. This new material could finally bring dentistry in the 21st century.

Advertising in the pandemic: how companies used COVID as a marketing tool

At the start of the pandemic, consumers were bombarded with a new and hastily constructed form of advertising. In those “uncertain times”, customers were promised, they could rely on their favourite brands for help. The adverts, often featuring sombre piano music and declarations that everyone was “in this together”, were ubiquitous. Now our research reveals […]

Online apps and social media platforms heavily track your behavior, without your consent

New research showcases the extent our data is monetized online.

Polluted air can reduce cognitive abilities -- but improvements in air quality can help

The link between air pollution and dementia thickens.

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