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Swedish study: High levels of PFAS in children’s purees and juices
ScienceIn several products, PFAS levels were higher than the permitted limits for drinking water in European countries.
Fluoride in drinking water linked to lower IQ in children
ScienceDrinking water containing more than 1.5 milligrams of fluoride per liter has been linked to lower intelligence in children.
Lidl starts selling vegetables grown with classical music in Sweden
SwedenThe grocery chain has decided to install sound systems that play classical music on its farms to encourage growth.
Spanish scientists breed and sterilize mosquitoes
WorldScientists are trying to combat invasive tiger mosquitoes that spread diseases in Europe.
‘Ocean’ believed to be hidden under the surface of Mars
ScienceHowever, studying the find in more detail will be complicated, as it lies between one and two miles below the planet's surface.
The 5:2 diet can help with type 2 diabetes
ScienceMore effective than diabetes drugs, according to Chinese study.
US Study: Psychopathy up to 12 times more common among executives
ScienceIt's important to be aware that managers with psychopathic traits can have serious consequences for the organization and its employees, study leader Robert Lound explains.
New finds shed light on ‘Germany’s Stonehenge’
ScienceAt the Pömmelte Ring Shrine, archaeologists have found traces of 140 houses and 78 grain silos.
Study: Neanderthals cared for children with Down syndrome
ScienceThe findings suggest that the child was cared for extensively by his group, indicating a high level of compassion among Neanderthals.
Scientists link vaccine to Alzheimer’s disease
ScienceSouth Korean study suggests increased incidence of Alzheimer's and mild cognitive impairment in vaccinated people.
Scientists doubt that sunscreen protects against skin cancer
Science"There are no scientific studies that have shown that sunscreen reduces the risk of skin cancer", says Bengt Järvholm, professor of public health at Umeå University.
Study: Most transgender people ‘outgrow’ their diagnosis
ScienceTwo out of three young people diagnosed with gender dysphoria will no longer identify as the opposite sex within five years, study shows.
Scientists say snake could be a sustainable meat alternative
Science"Python farming may offer a flexible and efficient response to global food insecurity", according to the scientists.
Comprehensive study: Mortality not reduced by lockdowns and covid vaccines
ScienceThe study authors urge government leaders and policymakers to "thoroughly investigate underlying causes of persistent excess mortality and evaluate their health crisis policies".
The Bezos Earth Fund donates $30 million to lab-grown meat research
ScienceNorth Carolina State University is tasked with developing “alternative protein sources” that are tolerated by consumers.
China’s gaming and homework restrictions increase kids’ physical activity
ScienceChina's new rules on gaming and homework have led to more active school children.
Hydrogen car can be fueled with water
ScienceUS researchers have developed new technology that converts water into hydrogen in cars.
British Opal gets her hearing back with gene therapy
ScienceThe girl is the first in the world to undergo the procedure.
Study: Natural settings stretch our sense of time
ScienceA new study suggests that spending time in natural settings alters our perception of time and broadens our perspective on life.
Researchers discover link between low vitamin D levels and cancer
Science"Our analysis shows that there is an association between lower vitamin D levels and a higher risk of developing cancer", says Danish researcher Tine Jess.
New study exposes bias, misinformation, and censorship in artificial intelligence
ScienceGoogle's Gemini spreads significant disinformation, while X's Grok excels with minimal misinformation, study finds.
Lonely children more likely to experience psychosis
ScienceThe risk of psychosis in adulthood was 117% higher in children who experienced loneliness in childhood.
Danish study confirms: Fluoride may affect intelligence
ScienceEven low levels in drinking water can affect the fetus.