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Nasa’s Europa Clipper sets sail for Jupiter’s icy moon to study habitability
Craft lifts off aboard SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy with plans to peer under Europa’s crust where ocean may be near surface. A Nasa spacecraft has set sail for Jupiter and its moon Europa, one of the best ...World - The Guardian - October 14 -
Climate change-induced extreme weather will push millions to move, study finds
As the southern U.S. reels from back-to-back hurricanes, researchers estimate that millions will move away from areas with extreme weather in the coming decades. Senior research geographer Dr. ...Top stories - CBS News - October 15 -
‘Access to food is not the problem’: new orca study deepens mystery behind endangerment
True cause of why southern resident killer whales are on brink of extinction becomes murkier as conservationists warn of marine noise and ship traffic. Last month, the ailing southern resident ...World - The Guardian - October 16 -
Standing desks may be bad for your health, study suggests
Researchers say stand-up working could increase chance of developing swollen veins and blood clots. They have been billed as the ultimate antidote to sitting in front of a screen all day at the ...World - The Guardian - October 16 -
Kidney transplants are safe between people with HIV, new US study shows
A new study found people with HIV can safely receive donated kidneys from deceased donors with the virusHealth - ABC News - October 16 -
Water Crises Threaten the World’s Food Supply, Studies Show
Food production is concentrated in too few countries, many of which face water shortages, the researchers said.World - The New York Times - October 16 -
Tax on Europe’s frequent flyers could raise €64bn a year – study
Levy rising by €100 for each return flight after the first in a year could cut emissions by 21%, report says. A “jet-setter” tax on Europe’s frequent flyers could slow global heating and raise ...World - The Guardian - October 17 -
Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar Studied Israel in Mission to Topple It
The head of the U.S-designated terrorist organization spent two decades in Israeli prisons before emerging to assemble a powerful militia.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 17 -
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People born without sense of smell breathe differently, study finds
People with working sense of smell sniff more than those with anosmia, with possible implications for health. People born without a sense of smell breathe differently to those with one, researchers ...World - The Guardian - October 22 -
Study finds local governments are less polarized despite national political divisions
Local governments are uniquely able to combat growing national polarization, according to a new study out Wednesday from the nonprofit research organization CivicPulse and Carnegie Corporation of ...Politics - NBC News - October 23 -
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Philip Zimbardo, 91, Whose Stanford Prison Experiment Studied Evil, Dies
His provocative research made him a popular figure on campus. But his exploration of how good people can turn evil raised ethical questions.Science - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Some people with ADHD thrive in periods of stress, new study shows
Patients responded well in times of ‘high environment demand’ because sense of urgency led to hyperfocus. A recent study has revealed that some people with attention deficit hyperactivity ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
Toxic contamination of Southern California’s coast lives on decades later: Study
Toxic pesticides dumped off Southern California's coast decades ago are staying put — deep in adjacent ocean sediments and in the fish that reside in these habitats, a new study has found. Current ...Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
Extreme drought areas treble in size since 80s - study
Forty-eight percent of the world went through at least one month of extreme drought in 2023.Top stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
Heart-Valve Patients Should Have Earlier Surgery, Study Suggests
The results of a new clinical trial have overturned the “wait and see” approach that cardiologists have long favored for symptom-free patients.Health - The New York Times - 23 hours ago -
Some wildfire suppressants may be unleashing heavy metals into the environment: Study
The widespread use of certain chemical or synthetic fire suppressants may be leading to heavy metal contamination in wildfire-prone areas, a new study has found. Wildland firefighters often ...Politics - The Hill - 23 hours ago -
Large herbivores have been living in Yellowstone for 2,300 years: Study
Large herbivores, such as bison and elk, have lived continuously in Yellowstone National Park for more than two millennia, a new study has confirmed. Despite the near-extinction of bison in North ...Politics - The Hill - 20 hours ago -
Ozempic and Wegovy Ease Knee Osteoarthritis Pain in Large Study
A large trial showed that semaglutide, sold as Ozempic for diabetes and as Wegovy for obesity, was better than any current medications in alleviating symptoms.Health - The New York Times - 18 hours ago -
Semaglutide linked to reduced arthritis knee pain in people with obesity, study finds
People who lost a significant amount of weight with semaglutide saw major improvements in osteoarthritis knee pain, research published Wednesday in the New England Journal of Medicine finds.Top stories - NBC News - 18 hours ago -
Philip Zimbardo, 91, Whose Stanford Prison Experiment Studied Evil, Dies
His provocative research made him a popular figure on campus. But his exploration of how good people can turn evil raised ethical questions.Science - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Only one-third of Europe’s surface water qualifies as good or better, study finds
Data compiled by EEA shows quality of water bodies falls far short of target first set for 2015 and since extended to 2027. Only about one-third of Europe’s surface water is in good health or ...World - The Guardian - October 14 -
Injuries cost top men’s clubs in Europe €732m last season, study shows
More than 90,000 days lost across the top five divisions Figure recorded before impact of expanded club calendar Clubs in Europe’s top five divisions lost €732m (£610m) in wages paid to injured ...World - The Guardian - October 15 -
Weight-loss drugs may reduce opioid and alcohol abuse by up to 50%, study finds
Weight-loss drugs such as Ozempic, made by Denmark’s Novo Nordisk, can reduce rates of opioid and alcohol abuse by up to 50%, according to a new study that supports expectations the drugs can offer ...Business - MarketWatch - October 19 -
Some types of PFAS may cause sleep disorders in young adults, study finds
High blood concentrations of ‘forever chemical’ compound PFOS linked to problems falling asleep and waking up . Some of the most common types of PFAS may cause sleep disorders in young adults, new ...World - The Guardian - October 18 -
Does air pollution cause dementia? UK scientists launch study to find out
Research at the Francis Crick Institute could lead to new drugs to counter progress of diseases like Alzheimer’s. British scientists are about to launch a remarkable research project that will ...World - The Guardian - October 20 -
Does mood lighten or darken as clocks go back? Britons urged to join study
Project examines how switch to winter time affects wellbeing – either positive or negative – and time perception. Does the prospect of darker evenings make you feel gloomy, or will you relish the ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
Researchers in a lab near Lake Erie study how toxic algae can damage health
In a lab not far from the shores of Lake Erie, researchers are trying to learn more about the ways toxic algae can damage healthTech - ABC News - October 22 -
How losing your sense of smell affects breathing patterns and mental health
Losing or not having your sense of smell may be linked to changes in breathing that could lead to depression, social isolation or other mental health problems, a new study suggests.Top stories - NBC News - October 22 -
Could poor sleep speed up brain aging? Expert weighs in on new study.
Have difficulty falling or staying asleep? New research shows it's associated with signs of sped-up brain aging. Experts explain the risks.Top stories - CBS News - October 23 -
Teens Think Movies and TV Shows Have Too Much Sex, Study Finds
At least that is what they told researchers at U.C.L.A. The high popularity of romance plots in movies and shows suggests otherwise.Business - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Researchers in a lab near Lake Erie study how toxic algae can damage health
In a lab not far from the shores of Lake Erie, researchers are trying to learn more about the ways toxic algae can damage healthHealth - ABC News - October 22 -
Studies Show Emotional Intelligence Protects You Against 4 Bad Leadership Behaviors
Bad leadership is a direct result of someone operating with low (or no) emotional intelligence.Business - Inc. - 6 days ago -
Poor sleep in early midlife years could mean higher dementia risk: Study
Those tossing and turning throughout their early midlife years may be more susceptible to dementia as they age, researchers found.Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
Dust from California's lithium-rich Salton Sea worsening child respiratory issues: Study
Wind-strewn dust from California's lithium-rich, shrinking Salton Sea may be triggering respiratory issues in children who live nearby, a new study has found. Among the many symptoms — worse for ...Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
Intermittent weekend exercise has same brain benefits as regular workouts, study finds
Research reveals positive cognitive health impacts of exercising once or twice a week are much the same as exercising more often. Cramming your exercise into the weekend not only brings physical ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Experiencing intense emotions with others makes people feel more connected, study finds
Participants bonded more after watching films that sparked intense emotions. Whether it is laughing at a classic comedy or watching a horror film from behind a cushion, movies can generate myriad ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday
