A recent discovery in the Greek island of Crete has archaeologists buzzing with excitement. A 4,000-year-old ring-shaped stone monument, spanning 1,800 square meters, was unearthed at the top of Papoura Hill during excavation works for a major airport project in Kastelli. The labyrinthine structure consists of eight concentric rings of stone, with some still standing
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In a groundbreaking development, scientists have successfully created the thinnest lens ever made, utilizing a quantum phenomenon. This innovative lens, only three atoms thick, has the remarkable ability to allow most wavelengths of light to pass through it. This unique feature opens up a world of possibilities in optical fiber communication and the creation of
Recent research suggests that our body’s circadian clock may have a significant influence on the effectiveness of certain cancer treatments. Checkpoint inhibitors, a type of immunotherapy drug, work by blocking crucial proteins from binding to cancerous tumors, enabling the immune system’s T cells to better recognize and eliminate the cancer cells. While checkpoint inhibitors have
The idea of implementing a universal basic income (UBI) scheme funded by taxing carbon emissions has been gaining attention as a potential solution to both poverty alleviation and climate crisis mitigation. A recent study conducted by a team from the University of British Columbia in Canada delves into the feasibility and impact of such a
The searchers announced the discovery of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s final expedition ship, Quest, at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean off Canada’s coast. The Royal Canadian Geographical Society revealed that the shipwreck was located in the Labrador Sea at a depth of 390 meters. This significant discovery sheds light on the historical importance of the
A recent study conducted by the University of Turku and Turku University Hospital in Finland examined the impact of consuming more than three cups of coffee a day on dopamine levels in the brains of individuals diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The findings of this research shed light on a previously unexplored area and may have
The quest to replicate the sophistication of the human brain has led computer scientists to develop artificial neural networks in an attempt to create more powerful artificial intelligence (AI). However, as these artificial neural networks become increasingly complex and powerful, they also consume a significant amount of energy. In contrast, a Swiss start-up company has
Archaeologists have long been intrigued by the elaborately carved stone balls found in Scotland dating back to the Neolithic period. These stone balls, which are around the size of cricket balls, are made from a variety of stones and adorned with intricate carvings such as spirals and concentric shapes. The purpose of these objects has
The natural world is full of strange and bizarre phenomena, and one area where this is particularly evident is in the variety of unique animal butts that exist. From deep-sea worms that poop out of their mouths to flatworms with multiple anuses on their backs, evolution has certainly produced a diverse range of waste elimination
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a severe mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Traditional pharmaceutical treatments for PTSD are limited, with antidepressants being the primary option. California-based Lykos Therapeutics sought to change the landscape of PTSD treatment by proposing the use of MDMA, commonly known as ecstasy, in combination with talk therapy.
