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Research & Discoveries
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Jennifer Sweenie
Researchers Discover New Mechanism Linking Diet and Cancer Risk
MGO, a glucose metabolite, can temporarily destroy the BRCA2 protein, reducing its levels in cells and inhibiting its tumor-preventing ability.
May 18, 2024
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Jennifer Sweenie
15 hours
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Australia News
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Crystal-Rose Jones
Great Barrier Reef Doomsday Claims Should Be Audited: Scientist
An Australian scientist says the Great Barrier Reef sustained ’record amounts’ of coral from 2022-23, but the government says the reef needs protecting.
May 17, 2024
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Crystal-Rose Jones
May 17
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Australia News
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Monica O’Shea
Labor and Greens Carbon Dioxide ‘Tax on Family Cars and Utes’ Passes Parliament
The New Vehicle Efficiency Standards will add thousands of dollars to the cost of buying SUVs, utes and four-wheel drives, according to the Coalition.
May 17, 2024
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Monica O’Shea
May 17
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Science News
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The Associated Press
Sun Shoots Out Biggest Solar Flare in Almost 2 Decades
May 16, 2024
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The Associated Press
May 16
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Natural Medicine
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Emma Suttie
4 Common Plants Offer Relief for Urinary Diseases
For those with urinary conditions, a number of medicinal plants that are easy to find and inexpensive can offer relief.
May 16, 2024
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Emma Suttie
May 16
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Aging Well
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Susan C. Olmstead
Active in Middle Age, Healthy in Old Age: New Study
Staying or becoming active in middle age significantly affects quality of life in old age, a large study of women in Australia has found.
May 16, 2024
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Susan C. Olmstead
May 16
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Australia News
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Crystal-Rose Jones
A Cooler April for Australia, but the ‘Hottest’ on World Record, Says Bureau of Meteorology
The world felt a little warmer in April after it was declared the warmest April month on record, but Australia bucked the global trend.
May 14, 2024
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Crystal-Rose Jones
May 14
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Research & Discoveries
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Mary West
Climb Stairs for a Longer Life
Climbing stairs in short bursts can promote heart health and may cut the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease by nearly 40 percent.
May 14, 2024
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Mary West
May 14
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Science News
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The Associated Press
Federal Agency Says a Second, If Weaker, Solar Storm Surge Is Likely Sunday
May 12, 2024
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The Associated Press
May 12
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Science News
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The Associated Press
No Major Disruptions to Electric Power Grid Reported as Solar Storm Hits Earth
May 11, 2024
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The Associated Press
May 11
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Research & Discoveries
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Jennifer Sweenie
New Study Reveals How a Father’s Diet Can Impact the Health of His Future Children
Much emphasis is placed on a nutrient based diet for mothers-to-be. Perhaps equally important, is the diet of the father preconception.
May 11, 2024
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Jennifer Sweenie
May 11
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Science News
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The Associated Press
Solar Storm Hits Earth, Producing Colorful Light Shows Across Northern Hemisphere
May 11, 2024
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The Associated Press
May 11
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Research & Discoveries
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Mary West
Dietary Choices Have ‘Profound’ Impact on Brain Health: Study
Exchanging highly palatable but nutrient-deficient food for healthy options can pay handsome dividends in brain health.
May 11, 2024
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Mary West
May 11
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Science News
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Samyarup Chowdhury
‘Solar Tsunami’ Hits Earth, Promising Northern Lights Amid Potential Disruptions
Geomagnetic storms as severe as this one can ’trigger spectacular displays of aurora on Earth.’
May 10, 2024
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Samyarup Chowdhury
May 10
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Food & Nutrition
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Alexandra Roach
Go Nuts About Nuts to Help Keep Cancer at Bay
Regularly eating nuts offers various health benefits, including potentially preventing certain types of cancer.
May 10, 2024
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Alexandra Roach
May 10
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Research & Discoveries
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Emma Suttie
Japanese Scientists Find Deceptively Simple Trick to Demolish Anger
The technique helps to explain the cathartic nature of hakidashisara—a Japanese festival where one writes frustrations on plates and smashes them.
May 08, 2024
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Emma Suttie
May 08
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Health Premium Reports
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Sheramy Tsai
Common Laxatives Linked to Behavioral Issues and Worse in Children, Experts Warn
As the epidemic of pediatric constipation grows, the safety of MiraLAX draws scrutiny from parents awaiting completion of decade-long research
May 08, 2024
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Sheramy Tsai
May 08
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Space
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Jen Krausz
NASA Boeing Crew Flight Test Scrubbed Over Possible Valve Malfunction
May 07, 2024
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Jen Krausz
May 07
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Research & Discoveries
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Mary West
Rice Bran Nanoparticles Show Strong Anti-Cancer Effect: Study
Preliminary research suggests that rice bran nanoparticles could provide a safe, effective, and affordable cancer treatment in the future.
May 07, 2024
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Mary West
May 07
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Research & Discoveries
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Mary West
The Effect of Touch on Depression, Anxiety, and Pain: New Study
Human-to-human touch is a critical factor in maintaining physical and mental health, healing from illness and injury, and emotional well-being.
May 05, 2024
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Mary West
May 05
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