In a recent study, researchers dug into how weather and seasons might have affected old cremation practices. They did this by burning pig legs in different seasons in Greece. The idea was to see how things like temperature, humidity, and wind could change the way bones burn and what they look like a
A group of astronauts from Axiom Space's fourth mission are having a busy time on the International Space Station (ISS). They've been there since late June, working on over 60 science experiments and sharing their experiences with people back on Earth. The crew includes Peggy Whitson, a former NASA
The Mediterranean Sea is facing a hidden problem: heavy metals. These metals can harm marine life and even end up in our food. To understand this better, scientists studied two fish species: the small-spotted catshark and the European hake. The catshark is a bottom-dweller, which means it stays clos
Google has some cool updates for your smartwatch and phone. They're bringing Gemini to Wear OS watches, which means you can now chat with an AI assistant right from your wrist. This feature is rolling out to watches from Pixel, Samsung, OPPO, OnePlus, and Xiaomi that run Wear OS 4 or later. To start
AI is changing the game in how we pick movies. Think about it, how many times have you scrolled through endless options, unsure of what to watch? Recommender systems are here to help. They sift through tons of data to suggest movies tailored just for you. This is especially useful in e-commerce, soc
The brain processes language in layers, like a story with words, sentences, and paragraphs. Different brain areas handle these layers at different speeds. When we listen to a story, brain activity moves through these areas with slight delays. To understand this, a special network was built to mimic
Chordoma is a tough cancer to treat. It's rare, and doctors don't have many options. But there's a new drug called palbociclib that might help. Researchers tested palbociclib on people with advanced chordoma. They wanted to see if it could stop the cancer from growing. The results are promising. P
Heart patients who have had a TAVR procedure, which replaces a damaged heart valve, often wonder how to avoid blood clots afterward. Blood thinners are usually given to prevent clots, but not everyone needs them. This has sparked a lot of discussion among doctors. The problem is that TAVR can lead
In the Moscow Region, doctors are using new drugs to help people with high cholesterol. These drugs are called PCSK-9 inhibitors (alirocumab and evolocumab) and inclisiran. They work in different ways to lower cholesterol levels. Researchers looked at how many people might need these drugs. They fo
New research shows that eating more plants can help you stay healthy and live longer. This isn't just about eating salads. It's about a whole way of eating that focuses on plant-based foods. The study looked at over 105, 000 people. They were between 39 and 69 years old. Researchers tracked their d
