2024: Spain's Third Warmest Year on Record
2024 was Spain's third warmest year on record, exceeding the 1991-2020 average by 1.1°C, with record highs in January, August, and November; three summer heatwaves totaling 22 days; and highly variable precipitation, ranging from record rainfall in Valencia to record drought in the Canary Islands.
2024: Spain's Third Warmest Year on Record
2024 was Spain's third warmest year on record, exceeding the 1991-2020 average by 1.1°C, with record highs in January, August, and November; three summer heatwaves totaling 22 days; and highly variable precipitation, ranging from record rainfall in Valencia to record drought in the Canary Islands.
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Modified Bird Virus Shows Promise in Treating Multiple Cancers
A Chinese study showed a modified bird virus, NDV-GT, shrunk or stopped tumor growth in 22 of 23 patients with eight different advanced cancers in a trial; further trials are planned.
Modified Bird Virus Shows Promise in Treating Multiple Cancers
A Chinese study showed a modified bird virus, NDV-GT, shrunk or stopped tumor growth in 22 of 23 patients with eight different advanced cancers in a trial; further trials are planned.
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40% Bias Score
NHS to Trial Non-Invasive Brain-Computer Interface for Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders
The UK's NHS is funding a £6.5 million trial of a non-invasive brain-computer interface using ultrasound to treat neurological and psychiatric conditions; 30 patients with existing skull defects will test the device's safety and ability to improve mood and motivation.
NHS to Trial Non-Invasive Brain-Computer Interface for Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders
The UK's NHS is funding a £6.5 million trial of a non-invasive brain-computer interface using ultrasound to treat neurological and psychiatric conditions; 30 patients with existing skull defects will test the device's safety and ability to improve mood and motivation.
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40% Bias Score
Santa Ana Winds Fuel Critical Fire Danger in Southern California
The US National Weather Service issued red flag warnings for Southern California due to the Santa Ana winds, creating extremely critical fire conditions from Tuesday morning to Wednesday morning AEST, impacting areas including Malibu, Orange County, and northern San Diego County, where two major bla...
Santa Ana Winds Fuel Critical Fire Danger in Southern California
The US National Weather Service issued red flag warnings for Southern California due to the Santa Ana winds, creating extremely critical fire conditions from Tuesday morning to Wednesday morning AEST, impacting areas including Malibu, Orange County, and northern San Diego County, where two major bla...
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Infini Resources to Commence Maiden Diamond Drilling at Portland Creek Uranium Project
Infini Resources is commencing diamond drilling at its Portland Creek uranium project in Newfoundland, Canada, to explore a 3.8km long uranium anomaly with a peak soil assay of 7.5% uranium oxide, focusing on two key structures bounding a high-grade 800m by 100m mineralized corridor.
Infini Resources to Commence Maiden Diamond Drilling at Portland Creek Uranium Project
Infini Resources is commencing diamond drilling at its Portland Creek uranium project in Newfoundland, Canada, to explore a 3.8km long uranium anomaly with a peak soil assay of 7.5% uranium oxide, focusing on two key structures bounding a high-grade 800m by 100m mineralized corridor.
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60% Bias Score
AI Reveals Alternative Evolutionary Pathways by Creating Novel Protein
An AI system generated a new green fluorescent protein (esmGFP) that is only 58% similar to known versions, suggesting that evolution could have followed different paths and that humans might not be the only possible outcome.
AI Reveals Alternative Evolutionary Pathways by Creating Novel Protein
An AI system generated a new green fluorescent protein (esmGFP) that is only 58% similar to known versions, suggesting that evolution could have followed different paths and that humans might not be the only possible outcome.
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44% Bias Score
Fluoridated Water Linked to Negative Long-Term Health and Economic Outcomes
A new study using data on over 20 million people shows that childhood exposure to fluoridated water is associated with lower high school graduation rates, reduced economic well-being, and poorer physical health in adulthood, challenging current public health recommendations.
Fluoridated Water Linked to Negative Long-Term Health and Economic Outcomes
A new study using data on over 20 million people shows that childhood exposure to fluoridated water is associated with lower high school graduation rates, reduced economic well-being, and poorer physical health in adulthood, challenging current public health recommendations.
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CD74 Protein Identified as Potential Biomarker for Colorectal Cancer Immunotherapy Response
Researchers have identified the protein CD74 as a potential biomarker to predict immunotherapy response in colorectal cancer patients, improving treatment selection and potentially expanding access to immunotherapy.
CD74 Protein Identified as Potential Biomarker for Colorectal Cancer Immunotherapy Response
Researchers have identified the protein CD74 as a potential biomarker to predict immunotherapy response in colorectal cancer patients, improving treatment selection and potentially expanding access to immunotherapy.
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Intramuscular Fat: A Novel Risk Factor for Heart Disease
A study of 669 individuals found that higher levels of intramuscular fat, irrespective of BMI, significantly increase the risk of heart attack and heart failure, highlighting a previously unrecognized risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
Intramuscular Fat: A Novel Risk Factor for Heart Disease
A study of 669 individuals found that higher levels of intramuscular fat, irrespective of BMI, significantly increase the risk of heart attack and heart failure, highlighting a previously unrecognized risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
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New Obesity Measurement System Proposed, Moving Beyond BMI
Fifty-eight researchers published recommendations in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology on January 14th, proposing a new obesity measurement system that distinguishes between preclinical and clinical obesity, using adiposity measures alongside BMI to provide a more comprehensive assessment.
New Obesity Measurement System Proposed, Moving Beyond BMI
Fifty-eight researchers published recommendations in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology on January 14th, proposing a new obesity measurement system that distinguishes between preclinical and clinical obesity, using adiposity measures alongside BMI to provide a more comprehensive assessment.
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China's Gold Reserves Surge, Boosting Resource Security
China's Geological Survey announced the discovery of 168 metric tons of new gold reserves and significantly increased reserves of 12 co-mineral resources over the past five years, driven by government-funded exploration using advanced technologies, bolstering the nation's resource security and poten...
China's Gold Reserves Surge, Boosting Resource Security
China's Geological Survey announced the discovery of 168 metric tons of new gold reserves and significantly increased reserves of 12 co-mineral resources over the past five years, driven by government-funded exploration using advanced technologies, bolstering the nation's resource security and poten...
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GLP-1RA Medications: Reduced Risk of 42 Conditions, Increased Risk of 19 in Diabetic Patients
A study of 215,970 diabetic patients found GLP-1RA medications reduced the risk of 42 conditions (including psychotic disorders and dementia) by 13-19%, but increased the risk of 19 others (such as arthritis), based on a 3.5-year analysis of US Department of Veterans Affairs data.
GLP-1RA Medications: Reduced Risk of 42 Conditions, Increased Risk of 19 in Diabetic Patients
A study of 215,970 diabetic patients found GLP-1RA medications reduced the risk of 42 conditions (including psychotic disorders and dementia) by 13-19%, but increased the risk of 19 others (such as arthritis), based on a 3.5-year analysis of US Department of Veterans Affairs data.
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40% Bias Score