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Oats mimic the effects of Ozempic, new study finds
However, scientists warn it's still not a weight loss superfood.
Losing your arm fat makes dementia 18% less likely - new study
A growth in muscle strength could also significantly lower your risk.
'Dark Oxygen' hidden on ocean floor could rewrite the rules of evolution
The discovery of mysterious oxygen sources deep below the surface calls into question our understanding of how life was kick started.
Pompeii disaster survivors were killed by second mysterious force, study finds
People fleeing the deadly volcano were doomed from the start.
Autism could soon be detected in your poop. Here’s why
Your gut microbiome could be the key to understanding autism spectrum disorder.
Here’s what your pooping frequency says about your health
Once upon a time, Goldilocks pooed once or twice a day – which was just about right.
This bold new space mission will intersect ‘incoming asteroid’ heading towards Earth
This is a rare opportunity to study an asteroid at close quarters.
Here's how narcissists' personalities change as they age
New research links narcissistic tendencies in childhood with changes as they get older.
World’s pluckiest lion survives record-breaking swim across crocodile-infested waters
Some would call it stupidity, others resilience. Whatever the case, this lion is a survivor like no other.
Auroras could soon pose serious threat to our electrical infrastructure, study reveals
Sure, they’re pretty, but a new study has revealed how the northern lights can come with a nasty bite.
This gelatinous meat blob could one day replace beef
Do you prefer your gelatin-based hydrogel medium-rare or well done?
Here’s how NASA plans to finally destroy the International Space Station
After 30 years of dutiful service, our home among the stars will be ripped apart by the atmosphere.
Step aside, Futurama: Scientists build robot that's controlled by a brain in a jar
Living brain cells wired into a biocomputer could be the future of how robots learn to move.
Your fat could burn itself, say scientists in weight-loss breakthrough
Initial trials show promising potential for a future weight loss drug with fewer side effects and higher effectiveness.
30 amazing images of our Universe – Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2024 shortlist announced
Join us on a tour of some of the most amazing sights in the Universe, courtesy of the Astronomy Photographer of the Year Competition 2024
Hippos can run so fast they become airborne, study finds
I’ll believe that when pigs fly.
The real reason cats scratch furniture – and how to make them stop
They're cute, so they get away with it.
These foods promote longevity and wellbeing in your 70s, study finds
Physical health, cognitive functioning and mental health all saw an uptick in later life with the correct diet.
Something very strange is happening to Earth’s core, and scientists might finally know why
A bold new study has offered up fresh clues about the weird happenings beneath our feet.
These ants can perform life-saving emergency surgery on each other, study finds
These particular ants from Florida are saving each other from infection with long, yet simple surgeries.
The (incredibly adorable) reason your dog stares at you
What exactly is going on behind those big, brown eyes?
Snacking on baby carrots could have serious health benefits, research shows
Seeing in the dark, making you live longer… is there anything carrots can’t do?
Why talking to animals could soon become a reality
Snuffles will be taking over the world before you know it.
Scientists close in on dark energy's mystery 'chameleon' particle
Physicists have developed a new instrument that could change the face of physics forever.