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Household Chemicals Linked to Canine Bladder Cancer, Highlighting Multi-Chemical Exposure Risks

Duke University research shows a strong link between household chemical exposure and bladder cancer in dogs, with higher levels of flame retardants, phthalates, and anthracene found in warmer areas and linked to higher cancer markers in urine samples; this highlights a need to regulate multi-chemica...

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Heavy Cannabis Use Linked to Reduced Brain Activity in Young Adults

A study of 1003 young adults found heavy cannabis use (over 1000 uses) correlates with reduced brain activity in memory-related regions, even after excluding recent users; recent use showed a weak, temporary link to reduced activity in memory and motor tasks, but this association was not significant...

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Rare Mussels Found in Paris Seine, Signaling Improved Water Quality

Environmental DNA analysis in the Seine River in Paris revealed three nearly extinct mussel species, indicating improved water quality and raising hopes for the success of river cleanup efforts.

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Life Below Water
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Western Monarch Butterfly Population Plummets 96%

The western monarch butterfly population has dropped to 9,119 in 2024, a 96% decrease from 2023, primarily due to pesticides, habitat loss, and extreme heat; the US Fish and Wildlife Service is considering listing them as threatened, while a petition requests pesticide testing.

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Life on Land
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Brain Microplastic Levels Surge 50% in 8 Years, Study Finds

A new study finds a 50% increase in brain microplastics over 8 years, with dementia patients having up to 10 times more; researchers suspect food contamination is a major source and warn of potential health impacts.

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Subsurface Microbial Diversity Rivals Surface Life, Challenging Scientific Understanding

An eight-year international study reveals that Earth's subsurface harbors microbial diversity comparable to or exceeding that on the surface, challenging prior assumptions about life distribution and offering new avenues for astrobiology and biotechnology.

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Life on Land
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Israel Opens First Solar Observatory, Solaris

Israel opened its first solar observatory, Solaris, in the Druze village of Usfiya, featuring advanced telescopes to study solar radiation's effects on Earth and humans, aiding climate change research and potentially advancing solar energy; the Israel Space Agency will fund it for three years.

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Quality Education
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Heidelberg Center Develops Innovative Mini-Tumor Approach to Combat Childhood Cancer

Over 275,000 children globally were diagnosed with cancer in 2022, resulting in over 105,000 deaths; the Heidelberg KiTZ center uses mini-tumors to test 80 drugs, finding a suitable treatment in 80% of over 500 tested samples, highlighting a critical need for specialized pediatric cancer treatments.

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Cannabis Use Disorder Linked to Tripling of Schizophrenia Cases in Canada

A Canadian study reveals a threefold increase in schizophrenia cases linked to cannabis use disorder since 2015, rising from 4 percent to over 10 percent, correlating with a 270 percent rise in hospital admissions for cannabis use disorder, highlighting urgent need for preventative measures.

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PAG32 Conference Showcases Genomics Advancements, Despite Regulatory Challenges

The 32nd Plant and Animal Genomics conference in San Diego (January 10-15) attracted nearly 2,400 attendees from 65 countries, highlighting breakthroughs in DNA sequencing that have slashed costs and opened new avenues for crop improvement and climate adaptation research, although regulatory hurdles...

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Zero Hunger
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Obesity Doubles in France, Fueling Cancer Rise

France's obesity rate doubled from 8.5% to 17% between 1990 and 2020, leading to a significant rise in obesity-related cancers; research reveals that tumors utilize fat cells for growth, necessitating targeted therapies rather than simple dietary restrictions.

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Aegean Earthquakes Prompt Tsunami Warning for Turkey

A series of earthquakes in the Aegean Sea, lasting four days, has prompted warnings from geoscientist Prof. Dr. Naci Görür about the potential for a tsunami and damage to Turkish coastal areas, particularly Aydın and Muğla, due to the proximity of a fault line capable of generating tsunamis.

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