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Russian soldiers in the Ukraine war are sending out signals in morse code on a daily basis, even though there are more high tech solutions.
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While humanity often has a negative impact, people may inadvertently play a pivotal role in this Maldivian seagrass success story.
The 155-million-year-old fossil
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Starfish reproduce by splitting in two. A new fossil reveals how ancient this ability is.
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Risk assessments used by lenders are a boon for the oil and gas industry.
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People with disabilities are often treated like eternal children who can’t or shouldn’t have sex but their right to a sexual life should be respected
The Salford Cinema was first built as a church then converted into a cinema before being turned back into a church.
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Cinema buildings provide exactly what many faith groups need: space for congregants to take part in communal ritual and worship.
The distinctive “whoop” cough may only appear after a week or so of illness – though it doesn’t always occur.
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There have been 2,793 confirmed cases of whooping cough so far this year – and, tragically, five infant deaths due to the infection.
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On a regional scale, global warming exceeded the Paris agreement’s upper climate target in the northern hemisphere.
Aurora spotting in Kendal, northern England, May 10, 2024.
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The aurora was noticeable with the naked eye – but was spectacular through a camera lens.
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Maybe testosterone replacement therapy isn’t such a bad idea.
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There’s more to navel gazing than meets the eye - literally. Look beyond your belly button to what it can tell you about your health.
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The debate about pesticides often gets polarised, pitching farmers against consumers.
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Being arrested, getting a divorce, losing your job – all of these things are associated with an increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s.
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A daily glass of spirits is not the secret to living for a century or more. Here’s why.
A student encampment at the University of Bristol.
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Universities have a difficult balance to strike between protecting student speech rights and ensuring campus safety.
It’s still in there!
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RFK Jr. has a dead tapeworm in his brain.
Lassa fever is spread through rodent urine and faeces.
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Lassa virus kills about 1% of those who catch it, but if caught early enough, antiviral drugs can prevent serious illness.
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Explore the incredible underwater world of plankton.
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Knowing your legal rights and resources can help you navigate this difficult time.
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It’s estimated that sex headaches occur in 1-1.6% of the population at some time in their life – but the real figures could be higher as they often go unreported due to stigma around discussing sex