First Locally Acquired H5N1 Case in Canada Raises Concerns
A 13-year-old British Columbia resident contracted H5N1 avian flu, requiring intensive care, but recovered; this case, the first locally acquired infection in Canada, shares a mutation with a fatal U.S. case, raising concerns about potential human-to-human transmission despite no evidence of such tr...
First Locally Acquired H5N1 Case in Canada Raises Concerns
A 13-year-old British Columbia resident contracted H5N1 avian flu, requiring intensive care, but recovered; this case, the first locally acquired infection in Canada, shares a mutation with a fatal U.S. case, raising concerns about potential human-to-human transmission despite no evidence of such tr...
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32% Bias Score
American Southwest Megadrought Fuels Catastrophic Wildfires
A decade-long megadrought in the American Southwest, the driest since 800 AD, has created tinderbox conditions for catastrophic fires in Los Angeles and other areas, with human-caused climate change responsible for about 42% of the soil moisture deficit since 2000.
American Southwest Megadrought Fuels Catastrophic Wildfires
A decade-long megadrought in the American Southwest, the driest since 800 AD, has created tinderbox conditions for catastrophic fires in Los Angeles and other areas, with human-caused climate change responsible for about 42% of the soil moisture deficit since 2000.
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32% Bias Score
New Brown Fat Burning Pathway Discovered, Offers Potential Obesity Treatment
Researchers discovered a new pathway for brown fat burning in mice, controlled by the MCJ protein; inactivating MCJ in obese mice caused weight loss and increased heat production, highlighting MCJ as a potential obesity treatment target.
New Brown Fat Burning Pathway Discovered, Offers Potential Obesity Treatment
Researchers discovered a new pathway for brown fat burning in mice, controlled by the MCJ protein; inactivating MCJ in obese mice caused weight loss and increased heat production, highlighting MCJ as a potential obesity treatment target.
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12% Bias Score
Global Study Uncovers 300 New Genetic Depression Risk Factors
An international study of over 5 million people across 29 countries identified 300 previously unknown genetic risk factors for depression, highlighting the importance of diverse representation in research and opening avenues for more inclusive treatment.
Global Study Uncovers 300 New Genetic Depression Risk Factors
An international study of over 5 million people across 29 countries identified 300 previously unknown genetic risk factors for depression, highlighting the importance of diverse representation in research and opening avenues for more inclusive treatment.
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8% Bias Score
Late Eating Linked to Higher Blood Glucose Levels, Regardless of Diet or Weight
A new study reveals that eating more than 45% of daily calories after 5:00 p.m. is associated with higher blood glucose levels, regardless of weight or diet, highlighting the importance of chrononutrition and suggesting potential implications for personalized dietary recommendations.
Late Eating Linked to Higher Blood Glucose Levels, Regardless of Diet or Weight
A new study reveals that eating more than 45% of daily calories after 5:00 p.m. is associated with higher blood glucose levels, regardless of weight or diet, highlighting the importance of chrononutrition and suggesting potential implications for personalized dietary recommendations.
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36% Bias Score
Karlsruhe Zoo Welcomes Rare Polar Bear Cub, Takes Protective Measures
The Karlsruhe Zoo announced the birth of a polar bear cub to Nuka and Kap in December 2023. To protect the cub, the zoo sealed off the enclosure and limited access, monitoring the family via webcams. The cub's sex remains unknown, and a veterinary examination is planned in several weeks.
Karlsruhe Zoo Welcomes Rare Polar Bear Cub, Takes Protective Measures
The Karlsruhe Zoo announced the birth of a polar bear cub to Nuka and Kap in December 2023. To protect the cub, the zoo sealed off the enclosure and limited access, monitoring the family via webcams. The cub's sex remains unknown, and a veterinary examination is planned in several weeks.
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40% Bias Score
Two New Funnel-Web Spider Species Discovered in Australia
Kane Christensen's two-decade-long work at the Australian Reptile Park led to the discovery of two new funnel-web spider species, Atrax christenseni and Atrax montanus, distinguished by size, appearance, and reproductive organ differences; the largest ever found, a 9.2cm legspan male Atrax christens...
Two New Funnel-Web Spider Species Discovered in Australia
Kane Christensen's two-decade-long work at the Australian Reptile Park led to the discovery of two new funnel-web spider species, Atrax christenseni and Atrax montanus, distinguished by size, appearance, and reproductive organ differences; the largest ever found, a 9.2cm legspan male Atrax christens...
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20% Bias Score
U.S. Dementia Cases Projected to Double by 2060
A new study projects a doubling of new U.S. dementia cases by 2060, reaching approximately 1 million annually, primarily due to population aging; the lifetime risk after age 55 is 42%, with disparities across demographics highlighting the urgent need for health equity policies.
U.S. Dementia Cases Projected to Double by 2060
A new study projects a doubling of new U.S. dementia cases by 2060, reaching approximately 1 million annually, primarily due to population aging; the lifetime risk after age 55 is 42%, with disparities across demographics highlighting the urgent need for health equity policies.
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44% Bias Score
TikTok Launches STEM Feed to Combat Misinformation in Australia
TikTok launched a STEM feed in Australia on Wednesday to combat misinformation, featuring fact-checked science content from experts and aiming to counter false health and science claims spread through its algorithm.
TikTok Launches STEM Feed to Combat Misinformation in Australia
TikTok launched a STEM feed in Australia on Wednesday to combat misinformation, featuring fact-checked science content from experts and aiming to counter false health and science claims spread through its algorithm.
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40% Bias Score
Retinal Vascular Fingerprint Predicts Stroke Risk as Effectively as Traditional Factors
A study of 45,161 participants found that 29 retinal vascular parameters create a "vascular fingerprint" accurately predicting stroke risk, comparable to traditional methods, offering a cost-effective screening tool for primary care.
Retinal Vascular Fingerprint Predicts Stroke Risk as Effectively as Traditional Factors
A study of 45,161 participants found that 29 retinal vascular parameters create a "vascular fingerprint" accurately predicting stroke risk, comparable to traditional methods, offering a cost-effective screening tool for primary care.
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16% Bias Score
4,000-Year-Old Tombs Unearthed at Saqqara Reveal Cultural Fusion
A joint Egyptian-Japanese archaeological team discovered four ancient tombs at Saqqara, Egypt, containing artifacts from the late second/early third dynasty and the New Kingdom, including human remains, pottery, and items reflecting a blend of Egyptian and Greco-Roman cultures, significantly expandi...
4,000-Year-Old Tombs Unearthed at Saqqara Reveal Cultural Fusion
A joint Egyptian-Japanese archaeological team discovered four ancient tombs at Saqqara, Egypt, containing artifacts from the late second/early third dynasty and the New Kingdom, including human remains, pottery, and items reflecting a blend of Egyptian and Greco-Roman cultures, significantly expandi...
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40% Bias Score
University of Turin to Invest β¬100 Million in New Medical School Building
The University of Turin will invest over β¬100 million in a new 30,000 square meter university building, the Domus universitaria, to accommodate approximately 10,000 students in medical fields, located next to the new Parco della Salute hospital in Turin, Italy. The increased cost reflects rising mat...
University of Turin to Invest β¬100 Million in New Medical School Building
The University of Turin will invest over β¬100 million in a new 30,000 square meter university building, the Domus universitaria, to accommodate approximately 10,000 students in medical fields, located next to the new Parco della Salute hospital in Turin, Italy. The increased cost reflects rising mat...
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40% Bias Score