Category: 7. SciTech
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Oldest written reference to Moses may be etched into ancient Egyptian mine, claims researcher
A researcher has claimed that two inscriptions dating back 3,800 years found in the Egyptian desert may be the oldest written references to…
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Single hair strand trapped in Inca device could change what’s known about medieval civilisation
A hair strand uncovered from an Incan astronomical device suggests record-keeping in the empire was prevalent not only among elite individuals…
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Breakthrough study finds deficiency of this common nutrient could contribute to Alzheimer’s
A deficiency of the metal lithium in the body could be a key factor contributing to the development of dementia in Alzherimer’s patients, a…
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Scientists define six traits that make a person ‘cool’ – and they transcend borders
People deemed “cool” boast six surprisingly similar personality traits across cultures, according to a new study that hints at the role…
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An Ancient Penis Worm With Rings of Sharp Teeth Has Been Discovered in the Grand Canyon
About 500 million years ago, the Grand Canyon was a great sea, and among the creatures it harbored was a newly discovered type of penis worm, armed with many rings of teeth.
Penis worms are marine creatures with a distinctly phallic appearance. There are more than 20 known species living across…
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Archaeologists perplexed to find west African ancestry in early medieval England
DNA recovered from skeletons buried in a 7th-century cemetery on the south coast of England has revealed that the buried individuals had west…
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Shark-like prehistoric whale with razor-sharp teeth discovered off Australia
Fossils unearthed along Victoria’s Surf Coast have led to the discovery of an ancient whale species with special adaptations for hunting,…
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Natural compound found in popular hot drink could protect brain against Alzheimer’s, study finds
Scientists have identified two natural compounds that could help reverse ageing in brain cells and remove harmful protein buildup, raising…
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New issue: The galaxies that shouldn’t exist
Fit at 40 (and beyond)
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Find your purpose
We all need a raison d’être. It’s good for us, providing positive benefits for both our physical and mental…
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