The melting of the polar ice caps is not only causing rising sea levels and extreme weather patterns but also impacting the way our planet rotates. A recent study has shown that as the ice caps melt, Earth is spinning more slowly, leading to an increase in the length of days at an “unprecedented” rate.
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A recent study conducted by the American Cancer Society (ACS) analyzed 1.78 million cases from 2019 and found that modifiable risk factors, such as cigarette smoking and lack of exercise, could be responsible for nearly half of cancer-related deaths among US adults over the age of 30. The study emphasizes the importance of making healthier
Pterosaurs, the ancient flying reptiles that dominated the skies long before birds and bats, possessed a unique anatomy that set them apart from other vertebrates. While birds had feathers and bats had hollow bones, pterosaurs had a lattice-like structure in their tails that helped them take flight. This lattice-like structure played a crucial role in
The way we handle our home’s thermostat may actually stem from our childhood upbringing, according to a recent survey. This phenomenon could shed light on the reasons behind the energy consumption habits of individuals across the United States. The survey, led by researchers Dritjon Gruda and Paul Hanges, explored the connection between childhood home temperatures
A recent study conducted on sheep has shown promising results in using a ‘megadose’ of a salt made from vitamin C to reverse the extensive harm that sepsis can cause in the brain. Sepsis, a condition triggered by the body’s exaggerated response to an infection, can lead to severe damage to vital organs, cognitive impairment,
While hotdogs and other processed meats are beloved staples of American cuisine, recent research suggests that these foods may be contributing to the rise of chronic diseases across the nation. Studies have shown a clear link between the consumption of processed meats such as bacon, sausage, and salami, and the development of conditions like type
In a recent study conducted by researchers from the Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health, it was found that practicing gratitude could potentially add extra years to one’s life. The study, which involved nearly 50,000 older nurses in the US, explored the relationship between gratitude and mortality rates over a three-year period. While the
In the vastness of space, time is not a fixed concept. It is subject to the laws of physics, including the gravitational pull of celestial bodies. Recently, NASA scientists have revealed a fascinating discovery regarding the Moon’s time relative to Earth’s, and the implications it has for future space exploration. As humans left the lunar
The recent study conducted by researchers from the Chinese University of Hong Kong has shed light on the connection between autism and the microorganisms residing in the gut. This groundbreaking analysis delves beyond just bacteria to include fungi, archaea, and viruses present in the digestive tract. The team’s extensive assay has revealed a strong correlation
Scientists have found a unique way to gain insight into the development of fetuses by turning to quail eggs. These avian embryos have similarities to human embryos in their early stages of development, making them ideal subjects for study. By using eggs containing quails bred with a fluorescent peptide that binds to actin proteins, researchers
