2024 Scientific Breakthroughs and 2025 Technological Anticipations
2024 saw breakthroughs in Alzheimer's diagnostics, xenotransplantation, and HIV treatment, while 2025 anticipates AI integration across society, renewable energy advancements, and potential AI-driven solutions for misinformation.
2024 Scientific Breakthroughs and 2025 Technological Anticipations
2024 saw breakthroughs in Alzheimer's diagnostics, xenotransplantation, and HIV treatment, while 2025 anticipates AI integration across society, renewable energy advancements, and potential AI-driven solutions for misinformation.
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Svalbard Seed Vault Receives Record Number of Seed Samples in 2024
The Svalbard Global Seed Vault received a record 64,331 seed samples in 2024 from 61 seed banks, safeguarding over 1.3 million samples from 6,297 plant species to ensure future food security amidst climate change and agricultural challenges.
Svalbard Seed Vault Receives Record Number of Seed Samples in 2024
The Svalbard Global Seed Vault received a record 64,331 seed samples in 2024 from 61 seed banks, safeguarding over 1.3 million samples from 6,297 plant species to ensure future food security amidst climate change and agricultural challenges.
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Allulose: A Low-Calorie Sweetener Under Scrutiny
Allulose, a low-calorie sweetener found in small amounts in fruits, is gaining popularity as a sugar alternative; while approved in some countries, its long-term health effects and regulatory status remain under investigation.
Allulose: A Low-Calorie Sweetener Under Scrutiny
Allulose, a low-calorie sweetener found in small amounts in fruits, is gaining popularity as a sugar alternative; while approved in some countries, its long-term health effects and regulatory status remain under investigation.
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Record-Breaking 60-Meter Wide Tree Discovered in the Amazon
A 60-meter wide tree, discovered in the Amazon rainforest using a new model by Fabien Wagner, surpasses other trees by at least 5 meters in diameter, highlighting potential for carbon sequestration and conservation.
Record-Breaking 60-Meter Wide Tree Discovered in the Amazon
A 60-meter wide tree, discovered in the Amazon rainforest using a new model by Fabien Wagner, surpasses other trees by at least 5 meters in diameter, highlighting potential for carbon sequestration and conservation.
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Mentally Stimulating Sedentary Activities Shown to Benefit Brain Health in Older Adults
A University of South Australia study found that while prolonged sitting is harmful, mentally stimulating sedentary activities (reading, socializing) improve cognitive function in older adults (397 participants over 60), whereas passive activities (TV, video games) negatively impact it, potentially ...
Mentally Stimulating Sedentary Activities Shown to Benefit Brain Health in Older Adults
A University of South Australia study found that while prolonged sitting is harmful, mentally stimulating sedentary activities (reading, socializing) improve cognitive function in older adults (397 participants over 60), whereas passive activities (TV, video games) negatively impact it, potentially ...
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2025: A Year of Eclipses and Supermoons
The year 2025 will offer exciting astronomical events including four eclipses (two partial solar eclipses not visible in Brazil, and two total lunar eclipses, one visible in Brazil on March 13-14), and three supermoons in October, November, and December; the Quadrantids meteor shower will peak on Ja...
2025: A Year of Eclipses and Supermoons
The year 2025 will offer exciting astronomical events including four eclipses (two partial solar eclipses not visible in Brazil, and two total lunar eclipses, one visible in Brazil on March 13-14), and three supermoons in October, November, and December; the Quadrantids meteor shower will peak on Ja...
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12% Bias Score
Smoking Shortens Life by 20 Minutes Per Cigarette, Study Finds
A University College London study shows one cigarette shortens life by 20 minutes; a pack a day equates to seven hours, leading to a 10-year reduction in lifespan for continuing smokers; quitting early next year could regain up to 50 days by year's end.
Smoking Shortens Life by 20 Minutes Per Cigarette, Study Finds
A University College London study shows one cigarette shortens life by 20 minutes; a pack a day equates to seven hours, leading to a 10-year reduction in lifespan for continuing smokers; quitting early next year could regain up to 50 days by year's end.
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24% Bias Score
Record Cold Wave to Hit 70% of US
A mass of Arctic air from Siberia is set to bring record-breaking cold to 70% of the US this week, with temperatures plunging to -18°C in many states and heavy snowfall expected across the country, lasting potentially through January.
Record Cold Wave to Hit 70% of US
A mass of Arctic air from Siberia is set to bring record-breaking cold to 70% of the US this week, with temperatures plunging to -18°C in many states and heavy snowfall expected across the country, lasting potentially through January.
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BBC's 1995 Tech Predictions: Hits and Misses
The BBC's 1995 Tomorrow's World program predicted various technological and societal developments for 2025, with some predictions proving accurate (e.g., smart speakers, automated banking) and others not (e.g., hologram surgery, space mining), highlighting the challenges of long-term forecasting.
BBC's 1995 Tech Predictions: Hits and Misses
The BBC's 1995 Tomorrow's World program predicted various technological and societal developments for 2025, with some predictions proving accurate (e.g., smart speakers, automated banking) and others not (e.g., hologram surgery, space mining), highlighting the challenges of long-term forecasting.
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40% Bias Score
2025: A Year of Astronomical Events and Space Missions
In 2025, numerous celestial events, including meteor showers (Quadrantids, Lyrids, eta Aquariids, Perseids, and Geminids), auroras, a total lunar eclipse on March 14th visible from the U.S., and three supermoons in October, will occur alongside space missions like Lunar Trailblazer searching for lun...
2025: A Year of Astronomical Events and Space Missions
In 2025, numerous celestial events, including meteor showers (Quadrantids, Lyrids, eta Aquariids, Perseids, and Geminids), auroras, a total lunar eclipse on March 14th visible from the U.S., and three supermoons in October, will occur alongside space missions like Lunar Trailblazer searching for lun...
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Marathon's Legend: Fact vs. Fiction
This article analyzes historical accounts of Pheidippides's legendary run from Marathon to Athens, questioning the accuracy of Herodotus's description of the messenger's feats and the Battle of Marathon, while also exploring modern attempts to recreate those events.
Marathon's Legend: Fact vs. Fiction
This article analyzes historical accounts of Pheidippides's legendary run from Marathon to Athens, questioning the accuracy of Herodotus's description of the messenger's feats and the Battle of Marathon, while also exploring modern attempts to recreate those events.
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24% Bias Score
Dagaa: A Nutritional Powerhouse
Dagaa, small oily fish related to anchovies, offer significant nutritional benefits including omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, calcium, and high protein, supporting cardiovascular health, mental well-being, red blood cell production, bone health, and weight management.
Dagaa: A Nutritional Powerhouse
Dagaa, small oily fish related to anchovies, offer significant nutritional benefits including omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, calcium, and high protein, supporting cardiovascular health, mental well-being, red blood cell production, bone health, and weight management.
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24% Bias Score