With the right amount, timing, and quality, sleep can work wonders—strengthening the immune system, improving blood sugar levels, and even reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
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Researchers show that animal protagonists in children's books are very important in helping children understand and predict social behavior.
Equation describing the number of extraterrestrial civilisations that could be found has new term added.
The Hubble telescope has managed to record the results of the collision between the small galaxy of the Large Magellanic Cloud and our galaxy, the Milky Way.
A University of Birmingham researcher is championing free internet access as a fundamental human right.
With the arrival of winter, humidity is a recurring problem in Portuguese homes. What you may not know is that there is a trick that seems to eliminate condensation on windows and prevent the appearance of mold. Find out more here!
Wild chimps play as adults to build trust and teamwork, study finds
New research suggests Earth had a Saturn-like ring 466 million years ago, formed by a near-miss asteroid breakup, influencing ancient climates and triggering significant biodiversity events.
Have you ever wondered why humans have toenails? While they might seem like a minor feature of our anatomy, toenails hold fascinating clues about our evolutionary history. A recent exploration into the purpose of toenails reveals that humans—and our closest primate relatives—are evolutionary “weirdos” in the animal kingdom. Here’s why.
A recent study has revealed that children under the care of their grandparents may face a 30% higher risk of obesity compared to those cared for primarily by their parents. This research sheds light on the complex dynamics of child-rearing and health, pointing to potential unintended consequences of grandparental caregiving.
A groundbreaking fossil discovery in southern Germany sheds light on the evolution of flying reptiles, revealing key transitional features in a newly discovered species, Skiphosoura bavarica.
Breakthrough in NMDA receptors research could reshape depression treatments, study suggests