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Living near green spaces can reduce long-term stress during pregnancy, Israeli-led study finds

Bar-Ilan University researchers found greener neighborhoods were linked to lower stress hormone levels in pregnant women, highlighting the health benefits of residential green spaces.

A pregnant woman is seen holding her stomach in front of foliage (illustrative)
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AI doesn't replace good writers, it demands better judgment, researchers find - study

(Illustrative) A doctor uses AI for a medical screening.

Can virtual reality teach the 'feel' of medicine? New Israeli study says not yet

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Who's a good boy? Study suggests interacting with pets may not improve stress, negative emotions


Cornell University study reveals pupil size during sleep signals memory formation

A new study published in the journal Nature suggests that pupil size is key to understanding how and when the brain forms strong, long-lasting memories.

 Cornell University study reveals pupil size during sleep signals memory formation. Illustration.

Study reveals dangerous flame retardants in black plastic kitchen utensils and toys

Despite bans, toxic flame retardants persist in household items made from recycled electronics.

 Study reveals dangerous flame retardants in black plastic kitchen utensils and toys.

World population to reach 8.09 billion on January 1, 2025, says US Census Bureau

The US Census Bureau estimates that in January 2025, there will be approximately 4.2 births and 2.0 deaths registered every second globally.

 World population to reach 8.09 billion on January 1, 2025, says US Census Bureau.

The case of the Syrian spadefoot toad: Politicized science spreading enmity among nations - opinion

Rediscovering the Syrian spadefoot toad is a sign of optimism and renewal of hope in a troubled part of the world. The article, though, is a use of science to spread enmity.

 ‘PELOBATES SYRIACUS,’ the Syrian spadefoot toad.

Ohio State University study reveals surge in 'Murder' verbs in movies since 1970

The study found a sustained increase in the usage of murder verbs such as "kill" and "murder" across all film genres, with a particularly notable rise in crime films.

 Reservoir Dogs film cast. Ohio State University study reveals surge in 'Murder' verbs in movies since 1970.

Strangled son found by buried father: Genetic study reveals shocking human sacrifices in Peru

Adolescents were sacrificed to their close relatives during funerals of high-status individuals in the Mocha culture.

 Huaca Rajada and the Royal Tombs of the Lord of Sipan. An archeological site near Chiclayo, Peru.

Ants outshine humans in teamwork: Weizmann Institute's surprising findings

The ants demonstrated performances that were not only vastly better than those of solitary ants but even better in some cases than those of humans.

 Ants outshine humans in teamwork: Weizmann Institute's surprising findings. Illustration: frank60.

Ancient Egyptians manipulated sheep horns, study reveals

The skull at the base of the horn core was fractured, repositioned, and tied together for a few weeks until the fractures healed.

 Sheep horns. Manipulated by ancient Egyptians.

Syphilis Origin: New evidence links syphilis to the Americas, spreading to Europe post-Columbus

A new study published in the journal Nature provides compelling evidence that syphilis originated in the Americas and spread globally through European colonization.

 Thank you, Columbus! Study published in the journal Nature provides compelling evidence that syphilis originated in the Americas. Replica of the Santa Maria inside the West Edmonton Mall.

Saturn's rings are older than we thought, study suggests

Impacts vaporize micrometeoroids, keeping the rings clean and challenging previous age estimates.

 The Cassini spacecraft and Huygens probe are on display as full-scale engineering models at Science Center, Los Angeles.