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Salt intake: New soy compound could protect your brain and blood pressure
A natural extract called LPC70 might be the move to help your brain bounce back from a high-sodium diet, but it's early days.
Quantum physics: Scientists just discovered a ‘fractional Fermi sea’
Researchers have engineered a totally new, highly energetic state of matter that defies existing scientific rules.
Blueberries and your gut health: What the science actually says
A new pilot study looked at whether daily blueberries affect mood and gut bacteria in older adults, but the results are a mixed bag.
Psilocybin study shows 'magic mushroom' compound calms aggressive fish
Researchers found that a low dose of the psychedelic compound helps keep fish chill during social hangouts without totally killing their vibe.
Kikai-Akahoya: Japan's ancient volcanic eruption wasn't the apocalypse we thought
New research reveals that Jomon communities didn't just disappear after a massive eruption 7,300 years ago—they adapted, migrated, and even thrived.
River Taff hit by massive kerosene leak
Residents are being told to keep doors and windows shut as thousands of liters of fuel contaminate the river.
Deep brain stimulation: Scientists unlock key paths for depression relief
New research shows that hitting specific brain highways could be the key to helping people with treatment-resistant depression.
Mrk 501: Why two monster black holes are on a collision course
Scientists just found a binary black hole system so tight they might merge in just a century.
Jeremy Vernon: Meet the man cleaning up his town for free
A Cornwall resident is going viral for his solo mission to clear overgrown paths and weeds in his community.
Skin stem cells: Why female and male biology heals differently
New research shows how hormones influence skin renewal, potentially paving the way for personalized medicine.
Exmoor ponies: Why this annual gathering is a total vibe
Watch 100 ponies trot in for their annual check-up while supporting a life-saving cause.
Orionid meteor shower: How to catch Halley's Comet debris this week
Get your blankets ready because the Orionid meteor shower is officially active, and it's giving major main character energy.
Tidal power: Why small-scale tech is turning heads in coastal communities
Engineer David Mummery is ditching massive, expensive turbines for DIY kits that let coastal towns generate their own clean energy.
NHS winter crisis: Health Secretary announces funding boost
After a record-breaking summer of A&E visits, officials are bracing for a tough season ahead with new urgent care support.
South Walney Nature Reserve welcomes new seal pups for 12th year
The Cumbria colony is thriving as conservationists report a healthy start to the new breeding season.
Corby: New study suggests lingering toxic metal pollution
Decades after a massive waste scandal, residents are pushing for answers after new water and soil tests reveal potentially harmful metal levels.
Felixstowe morning raves are the new way to get your dance on
Skip the hangover and late-night queues; this UK seaside town is bringing the 90s club energy to your morning coffee routine.
Astonbury Wood: Rare damselflies return after habitat restoration
A three-year project in Hertfordshire just brought some iconic insects back to local woods.
Northern Ireland doctors set for strikes over budget delays
Hospital staff are walking out in November after missing out on a pay raise that colleagues across the UK have already received.
NASA Roman Space Telescope is performing way better than expected
The massive new observatory is officially hitting peak performance, with image quality clocking in at 30% sharper than engineers originally predicted.
European nightjar wings reveal a wild evolution hack
Scientists found these long-distance migrators swap peak flight efficiency for elite maneuverability, using a technique usually seen in bats.
Brain cells: Why your protective cells might be causing memory loss
New research shows that cells usually meant to protect your brain's wiring might actually contribute to cognitive decline as you age.
NASA James Webb Telescope decodes extreme weather on a distant brown dwarf
Researchers found that the chaotic atmosphere of a world 20 light-years away is actually governed by a surprisingly simple set of rules.
Menopause and chronic pain: How a new forum is breaking the silence
A South Cumbria support group is hosting a virtual space to talk about the physical pain of midlife that often gets overlooked.