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Study sheds new light on mysterious, violent behavior of orcas
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Cats may have more facial expressions than humans
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Chinstrap penguins take 10,000 naps a day
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Study: Frequent social media users perceived less masculine
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Vaginal bleeding may be a side effect of covid vaccine
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Childhood TV viewing may contribute to adult health problems
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Blueberries may improve health in the elderly
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An unhealthy diet can interfere with deep sleep
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Less time on social media can improve well-being
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Extreme antibiotic resistance in war-torn Ukraine
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Fewer overweight people perceive themselves as overweight
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One in 15 British people have changed their sexual orientation – in six years
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White House report makes case for blocking the sun
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Study: Early literacy linked to child well-being
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Lab-grown meat goes on sale in the US
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How dogs’ personalities develop
ScienceResearchers in Finland have looked at how dogs' personalities differ between breeds.
Boys coo more than girls in their first year of life
ScienceIt was previously thought that girls develop language earlier than boys - but this does not seem to be the case.
Lower testicular volume in overweight boys
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Intensive care nurses experienced moral stress during the coronavirus crisis
Science"During the pandemic one of the most important conditions was removed, the relatives", says Åsa Engström, professor of nursing at Luleå University of Technology
Scientists have found organisms that can break down plastic at colder temperatures
ScienceHopes to exploit the properties of the organisms on an industrial scale.
Researchers may have found the cause of Parkinson’s disease
ScienceThe disease is caused by bacteria and can therefore be prevented, according to new research at the University of Helsinki.
Poor diet linked to onset of type 2 diabetes globally
ScienceNew study shows link between the disease and high intake of wheat and processed meat.
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