Science & Breakthroughs
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London’s clean-air zone is linked to faster lung growth in children, a new study finds
Researchers have found that a decrease in air pollution in London has led to faster lung growth in children aged 6-9, according to a new stu…
Optimist Daily
In France, peace and quiet is now a legal right by banning unsolicited cold calls
French government has banned unsolicited telemarketing calls to protect citizens from annoying phone calls. This change aims to reduce the d…
NASA Breaking News
Building Foresight for Earth Science, featuring Lindsey Jacobson
NASA's Earth-observing satellites track various planetary features, but sustaining this record requires planning for future uncertainties su…
NASA Breaking News
Roman Space Telescope Travels to SpaceX Hangar
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is being prepared for launch by traveling from a facility at Kennedy Space Center to a SpaceX hanga…
NASA Breaking News
NASA Johnson Pilots Chase Moon’s Shadow for Eclipse Science
NASA pilots flew an aircraft from Houston to Iceland to observe a total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026. The mission aimed to study the Sun…
NASA Breaking News
NASA Sets Spacewalk for Station Maintenance, Live Coverage Planned
Two astronauts will perform a spacewalk on September 1 to replace equipment and conduct maintenance work outside the International Space Sta…
NASA Breaking News
NASA Begins Moon Mission Plume-Surface Interaction Tests
NASA has started tests to study how lunar plumes interact with the moon's surface. The experiments involve firing a nozzle into simulated lu…
NASA Breaking News
Contractor to Civil Servant: NASA Welcomes Jeret Howard
Jeret Howard has joined NASA's Stennis Space Center as a civil servant after working as a logistics management specialist there and serving …
NASA Breaking News
APOD: 2026 August 26 - JWST Images The Lion’s Head Nebula
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has taken a new image of the Lion's Head Nebula, a star-forming region in space. The image is a composite …
BBC News Science
How to see the 'Blood Moon' lunar eclipse
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Fossil identified as first dinosaur ever found in Antarctica
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Scientists may have found a shortcut to calorie restriction’s anti-aging benefits
Researchers have discovered a potential way to combat aging-related inflammation by blocking an immune protein linked to calorie restriction…
ScienceDaily Top News
190-year-old DNA reveals a hidden pangolin species
Scientists have confirmed the existence of a previously unknown Himalayan pangolin species using DNA from a 190-year-old museum specimen. Th…
ScienceDaily Top News
NASA’s Roman Space Telescope is ready to hunt thousands of alien worlds
The NASA Roman Space Telescope is preparing to be launched and will search for thousands of planets outside our solar system. Its mission al…
Phys.org Latest
Some Galápagos 'yellow' sea turtles remain homebodies, surprising scientists
Researchers studying Galápagos sea turtles found some individuals tend to stay close to their birthplace, contrary to the usual migratory be…
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Team identifies an evolutionarily conserved enhancer that regulates tendon and ligament development
A team of researchers has discovered a crucial genetic component that controls the development of tendons and ligaments in the body. This br…
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Virtual reality reveals glassfish synchronize through split-second copying of single neighbors
Researchers have observed a fascinating phenomenon in schools of small fish, where individuals synchronize their movements by copying those …
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Reworked tRNAs enable protein design with up to 34 amino acids
Researchers have made progress in designing new proteins by rewriting the instructions that cells use to make them. The breakthrough involve…
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How plants use scoop-shaped pores to distribute their pollen efficiently
Scientists have discovered how plants use scoop-shaped pores to distribute pollen effectively. Many important crops, including tomatoes and …
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Ocean antacid trials test plankton response in 8,000-liter seawater enclosures
Scientists have set up 8,000-liter seawater enclosures to study how plankton respond to ocean antacids. These antacids are designed to reduc…
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We discovered rare dinosaur tracks from the Coniacian age near Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia
Scientists found rare dinosaur footprints in British Columbia from a time when much of North America was underwater and covered with shallow…
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Reference genome of the Saimaa ringed seal released
Scientists at two Finnish universities have created a detailed map of the Saimaa ringed seal's genetic code. The reference genome is a compr…
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Hidden switch in cell division may point to new cancer treatments
A crucial mechanism in cell division has been discovered by researchers who studied how cells prepare to divide and shut down their gene-rea…
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Unexpected source of genetic diversity found in human sperm
Scientists have discovered a new source of genetic diversity in human sperm cells. This variation occurs during an early stage of sperm deve…
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Thermal anomaly discovered below Mars' south pole
A thermal anomaly has been discovered beneath Mars' south pole, where temperatures are significantly warmer than in the northern half of the…
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Disappearing lakes, old photos and AI are helping scientists map Arctic permafrost thaw in near‑real time
Scientists are using old photos, disappearing lakes, and AI to map the thawing permafrost in the Arctic region in near real-time. The Arctic…
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Cross-border collaboration crucial for Shaw Prize laureates’ cancer breakthrough - South China Morning Post
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A breakthrough nearly 25 years in the making just changed a 9/11 mystery - Cleveland.com
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This Cancer Breakthrough Has Scientists Cheering - and Crying - The Bulwark
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MD/PhD program produces ‘bilingual’ physician-scientists who translate between the clinic and the lab - College of Medicine - Tucson
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Crohn’s breakthrough? Your gut may never forget inflammation, Israeli scientists find - Ynetnews
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Heart Foundation Hails Strep Research Breakthrough - Mirage News
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Funding boost to strengthen Australia's drug discovery pipeline - News-Medical
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NSF Launches 3 New Science Centers With $90M Boost - Mirage News
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Convening India's brightest minds: The Bharat Life Sciences Award’s Innovation Summit to spotlight life sc - The Economic Times
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French-American chemist makes major breakthrough in recycling of rare earths - The Guardian Nigeria News
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Breakthrough DNA Genealogy Identifies 9/11 Victim After 25 Years - streamlinefeed.co.ke
ZME Science
What’s the Largest Current on Earth? It Moves More Water Than Every River Combined - Many Times Over
ZME Science
Moon Dust May Be Hiding a 100-Million-Year Record of Exploding Stars
ZME Science
Researchers Bred ‘Supermice’ for Extreme Running. They Expected a Downside, But There Wasn’t Any
Ars Technica Science
Researchers get two genetic codes to work at the same time
Scientists have successfully modified a bacterial cell's genetic code to incorporate new amino acid sequences, a complex process that had pr…
Health
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US drug agency approves breakthrough treatment for pancreatic cancer
The US drug agency has approved a new treatment for pancreatic cancer. This treatment is considered a breakthrough in the fight against this…
BBC News Health
Treatment involving patient's family cuts mental health hospital admissions, study finds
A new approach to treatment for patients in mental health hospitals has been shown to reduce admissions. This approach involves considering …
BBC News Health
World's first patient to undergo live AI-assisted brain surgery has tumour removed
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HPV home-testing kits now available in England
Nearly four million people in England will be able to get HPV home-testing kits for free. The kits can be ordered online through the NHS App…
BBC News Health
Heavy periods study to create world's largest biobank
BBC News Health
Man completes half marathon after two heart attacks
A man has successfully completed a half marathon despite previously being hospitalized due to two heart attacks. He had suffered a heart att…
Reuters Oddly Enough
Revolution's lifesaving pancreatic cancer drug wins speedy FDA approval - Reuters
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Drugstores say Medicare's $50 obesity drug program is catching on
Medicare's new program is making certain beneficiaries eligible to buy obesity medication at a lower cost, with some pharmacies filling thou…
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U.S. approves breakthrough pancreatic cancer drug, heralding a new era for an intractable disease - Scientific American
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Breakthrough pancreatic cancer drug approved by the FDA - PhillyVoice
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Pancreatic Cancer Treatment: Rasonque = Breakthrough, Vitamin C = Crickets - The People's Pharmacy
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FDA approves breakthrough pancreatic cancer drug proven to extend survival - Washington Examiner
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Breakthrough Slashes Sepsis Diagnosis Time - Mirage News
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FDA Approves Rasonque for Pancreatic Cancer: When It’s Available and Cost - Newsweek
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Russia's MRNA Cancer Vaccine Ready For Clinical Trials, Shows Tumour Shrinking Results | India Today Plymouth Live (Fl6zGGuVaV) - Mshale
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F.D.A. Approves the Drug Daraxonrasib That’s Poised to Transform Pancreatic Cancer - The New York Times
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Revolution drug heralded as a pancreatic cancer breakthrough cleared by FDA - BioPharma Dive
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A Breakthrough Pancreatic Cancer Drug Marks a New Era for Treatment - Bloomberg
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FDA approves breakthrough drug for metastatic pancreatic cancer: 'A real revolution' - Ynetnews
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'An exceptional moment': FDA approves drug to treat advanced pancreatic cancer - Yahoo
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Could Mitochondrial Transplant Eye Surgery Restore Vision? A Medical Breakthrough - جو 24
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Breakthrough pancreatic cancer drug that DOUBLES survival gets FDA approval - Daily Mail
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Scientists' health breakthrough has me wondering if vegetarians had a point all along - Daily Express
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FDA approves new pill that doubles survival for pancreatic cancer - Rolling Out
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Cancer vaccine that ‘teaches body to fight back’ shows huge promise - InYourArea
Wired Science
Green Chef Meal Kit Review (2026): Great Ingredients, Layered Flavor
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FDA approves breakthrough pancreatic cancer drug - an oncologist explains how daraxonrasib nearly doubles survival - IslanderNews.com
FDA approves breakthrough pancreatic cancer drug - an oncologist explains how daraxonrasib nearly doubles survival IslanderNews.com
Environment & Climate
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What We’re Reading: A Wheelchair Rugged Enough for National Park Trails
Zion National Park has introduced an electric shuttle system in its main canyon to reduce traffic and improve air quality. This change is pa…
BBC News Science
Island could protect 30% of waters in marine plan
A proposal has been put forward to protect a significant area of the sea surrounding Sark island. The plan aims to safeguard approximately 5…
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We finally have some encouraging news on Great Barrier Reef water quality
A recent study has shown that efforts to reduce sediment pollution in the Great Barrier Reef's catchment area are paying off. The improvemen…
Google News: endangered recovery
DNR is preserving the nests of Piping Plovers on Wisconsin Point - WDIO.com
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Australia’s Grid Reliability Strengthens As Record Clean Energy And Storage Capacity Comes Online - SolarQuarter
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This young researcher is finding a solution to help with reforestation - The Star
Kindness & Community
Good News Network
Scientists and Volunteers Take Big Step Towards Saving Rare ‘Cryptic’ Australian Orchid
A rare Australian orchid, the rosella spider orchid, is being conserved by a team of volunteers at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Victoria. Th…
Good News Network
Resurrecting Plant Inspires ‘Fridge Free’ Vaccines That Could Save the Millions of Doses Wasted Annually
A new method for producing vaccines could reduce waste and provide more reliable immunizations to low-income countries. This is made possibl…
Good News Network
Tribute to Dolly Parton: Country Music Star and Childhood Literacy Champion Giving Free Books to Kids (1946-2026)
Dolly Parton has passed away at 80 years old after a short battle with cancer. She is being remembered for her contributions to childhood li…
Good News Network
India’s Lion Populations Increase 70%, Total Habitat by 15% Over the Last Decade
Lion populations in western India have seen a significant increase over the last decade, with a rise of 70% and an expansion of their habita…
Good News Network
Good News in History, August 26
235 years ago a US patent was granted to John Fitch for a steam-powered boat that used mechanical paddles to travel on lakes and rivers. Thi…
Positive News
Putting slugs on the map: farmers pioneer precision crop protection
BBC News World
Heart, hope and a steely determination: Dolly Parton's musical legacy
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'We will always love you' - world mourns Dolly Parton - Reuters
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Dolly Parton lived her motto: 'More is more'
Dolly Parton has spoken about her authenticity despite her glamorous appearance, crediting her unique style to her genuine personality.
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Dolly Parton’s $1 Million COVID-19 Gift Had A Bigger Impact Than Many Realized - Yahoo
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2023 Community Hero Award - Karen Solomon Mattia Perin (LBaVe2Gk4h) - Mshale
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A Rhode Island boy is being praised for saving a 66-year-old man who appeared to be in distress. - facebook.com
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💛 Do you know someone who deserves a special surprise? - MiltonToday.ca
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Family reunited with 'mystery hero' who helped pregnant mum in emergency - The Worcester News
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First Choice Homes Oldham August Hidden Hero - Oldham Chronicle
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Search launched to find and celebrate unsung local heroes across the region - InYourArea
Underdog Wins
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‘Coyote vs. Acme’ Review: A Cartoon Underdog That Beat Corporate America Twice, Once On Screen And Once Off It - IMDb
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Spoon's "The Underdog": A Big Hit For a Band That Doesn't Need One - YouTube
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Hemp dreams - young South African farmers create a new industry against all odds - Daily Maverick
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Ravi Teja’s Irumudi Performs against All Odds - telugu360.com
Tech for Good
Reuters Oddly Enough
Robot Olympics ends with humanoid's 8.64-second 100m, nearly a second faster than Bolt - Reuters
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AI framework challenges student ideas early, helping undergraduates think critically about research
Researchers have created an AI framework called Socratic Challenger that helps undergraduates think critically by developing research questi…
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Machine learning methods move self-driving labs closer to materials discovery at scale
Researchers have used machine learning methods to advance self-driving labs in chemistry and materials discovery. The technology allows for …
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AI designs new antibodies that pass blinded laboratory tests
Researchers at UTHealth Houston have developed new antibodies using artificial intelligence that passed laboratory tests. The team's design …
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Sunscreen for lakes and dams: Could a thin floating layer of nanomaterial shield water from evaporation?
Researchers are exploring a thin layer of nanomaterial to reduce water loss in lakes and dams. This material is designed to limit the amount…
MIT Technology Review
AI models flub these intelligence tests. Can you fare any better?
Researchers at MIT have created puzzles and games to test the intelligence of artificial intelligence models. The results show that these mo…
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Breakthrough forensics may finally recover "nearly impossible" fingerprints - Neowin
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Nanoscale “Defects” Unlock a Major Heat Transfer Breakthrough - SciTechDaily
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The world's first dual-sensor CGM just got approved - FDA hails 'breakthrough' wearable for diabetes that could benefit 2.1 million Americans - Yahoo
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Quantum technology: How it is revolutionising life sciences - TechCrunch
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Australia used concentrated sunlight to split water directly into hydrogen without an electrolyzer; SunHyd - The Economic Times
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NYU Abu Dhabi researchers develop 3D-printed gastric stent technology - Gulf News
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A Kitchen Blender Turns Old E-Waste into Graphene - inkorr.com
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Scientists Turn Plastic Bottles Into Edible Cookies Called µBites - Inside the Wild Recycling Breakthrough - hypefresh.com
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Purple Material Cools by 5.6°C: A Textile Breakthrough - 112.ua
Google News: climate solutions
BKW and Microsoft are accelerating the move to renewable energy - Technology Record
ZME Science
AlphaFold Mapped the Shapes of Millions of Proteins. Now Scientists Are Using the Powerful AI to Figure Out What They Actually Do
Wired Science
How to See the Partial Lunar Eclipse and Blood Moon on August 27
A partial lunar eclipse will occur on August 27, where the earth's shadow covers nearly all of the moon's visible surface. The event is rela…
Wired Science
The Humanoids at China’s Robot Games Were Faster Than Usain Bolt - but I’m More Impressed by Their Tweezer Mastery
At China's Robot Games, humanoids performed various impressive tasks, but one that stood out was their ability to use tweezers with precisio…
Wired Science
How Ikea Turned a Controller Thumbstick Into the Star of Its Xbox Gaming Range
Ikea is releasing a nine-piece collection for Xbox gamers this fall, which includes some hidden Easter eggs. The collection features items t…
Wired Science
Corsair Discount Code: Up to 50% Off for August 2026
Corsair is offering discounts of up to 50% on various products. The discounts include coupons, student prices, and refurbished items. These …
Animals
BBC News Science
'Magical' and rare barn owl has bumper breeding season
BBC News Science
RSPB reports record-breaking chough numbers
The number of choughs in an area has reached a new record. This is the highest count in recent years, with 161 birds spotted. Chough numbers…
Google News: endangered recovery
Survey reveals threatened species may be making return to River Calder in Burnley and rivers in Ribble Valley - Burnley Express
World
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China, India reaffirm border peace, expand communication channels - Reuters
NPR Goats and Soda
Greetings from Karbala, Iraq, where millions gathered for a Shia pilgrimage
Millions of people gathered in Karbala, Iraq for a Shia pilgrimage in August. Pilgrims from around the world traveled to Iraq, with many Ira…