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Can Dark Chocolate Play A Role In Reducing Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes?
Let's explore what science has to say about dark chocolate in reducing type-2 diabetes incidence.
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Humpback Whale’s Unprecedented 8,000-Mile Migration Shatters Records
A humpback whale has been tracked on an unprecedented 8,000-mile migration, breaking records for the longest documented journey between breeding grounds. Scientists suggest the movement might be due to climate change affecting food and mating behaviours. AI-driven photo tracking through HappyWhale.com played a key role in identifying the whale’s ...
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NASA’s Astronaut Sunita Williams Grows Lettuce in Space: Everything You Need to Know
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams is leading a space farming experiment aboard the International Space Station (ISS), aimed at advancing agricultural techniques for both space and Earth. The experiment, part of NASA’s Plant Habitat-07 study, involves cultivating “Outredgeous” romaine lettuce in microgravity to examine how water availability affe...
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Climate Change Causes Decline in Rice Quality Across East Asia, New Study Suggests
A recent study highlights a decline in rice quality across East Asia due to climate change. Using 35 years of data, researchers found that rising nighttime temperatures significantly reduce the head rice rate (HRR), especially in Japan and China. The study also identifies solar radiation, precipitation changes, and vapor pressure as contributing fa...
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5,000-Year-Old Relics Discovered in Iraq Suggest a Mysterious Early Government Collapse
A recent study on 5,000-year-old clay bowls discovered in Iraq provides evidence of early governance systems in Mesopotamia. Excavations at Shakhi Kora revealed artifacts and structures associated with centralised labour management, including beveled-rim bowls thought to be used for distributing meals in return for work. Researchers suggest the sit...
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Ocean Acidification Study: Carbon Emissions Driving Deeper Chemical Changes in Oceans
A study in Science Advances by researchers from ETH Zurich highlights the escalating depth of ocean acidification, driven by carbon emissions since the industrial era. By 2014, acidification had penetrated to an average depth of 1,000 metres, with some regions affected as deep as 1,500 metres. Using a 3D model, the study explores the altered marine...
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Luke Coutinho Breaks Down The Science Of Sexual Arousal
Luke Coutinho explains that sexual arousal is closely linked to the parasympathetic nervous system, a critical part of the autonomic nervous system that regulates many bodily functions, including arousal.
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4,000-Year-Old Maya Fish-Trapping Network Found in Belize Supported Early Communities
In Belize, researchers have uncovered a 4,000-year-old Maya fish-trapping network, comprising channels and ponds designed to capture aquatic food sources. This system, covering 42 square kilometers, provided sustenance for early Maya communities and supported population growth around ceremonial centres.
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Book Review: Why "A Baker's Journey- Science in the Art of Baking" By Dr Avin Thaliath Is A Must-Read
A Baker's Journey - Science in the Art of Baking is not just a cookbook; it's an educational odyssey. Dr Avin Thaliath has successfully bridged the gap between scientific precision and culinary passion.
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India’s Summer Maximum Temperature to See a Rise of 1.5 Degree Celsius by 2043, Claims New Climate Data
A new report highlights the growing climate crisis in India, predicting rising temperatures, increased extreme weather events, and food security threats. By 2057, maximum temperatures may rise by 1.5 degrees Celsius, with variations across regions. Changes in rainfall patterns could impact agriculture and rural livelihoods, particularly in the nort...
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Global Freshwater Levels Decline Since 2014, NASA-German Satellites Reveal
Data from NASA and German satellites reveal Earth's freshwater levels declined significantly after May 2014, with storage remaining persistently low. Research attributes this to global warming, major droughts, and human activity such as irrigation. The trend raises concerns over water stress, food security, and long-term environmental stability.
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Should You Combine Non-Vegetarian Food With Dairy? An Expert Clears Things Up
For years, we have been told not to mix non-vegetarian food with dairy. But is there any real science behind this advice? Nutritionist Amita Gadre spills the truth on the big food myth.
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World's Largest Ocean Predator-Prey Marine Event Captured Off Norway's Coast
In a first-of-its-kind discovery, MIT scientists observed a massive predator-prey event in Norway, where millions of cod pursued spawning capelin. The event highlights the critical role of capelin in the marine food chain, providing sustenance for predatory fish like Atlantic cod. However, as Arctic ice retreats due to climate change, capelin face ...
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Doomsday Arctic Vault, The World's Backup Gene Bank, Sees Surge In Samples
An Arctic seed vault on Norway's Spitsbergen island received new samples last week from the largest number of depositors since 2020, reflecting fear about the threat of conflict and climate change to food security.
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Are Synthetic Food Dyes Harmful to Children? Here’s What the Science Says
This article explores the implications of synthetic food dyes on health, particularly in children. Following the recent California School Food Safety Act, which bans specific dyes in public schools, the FDA's stance on these additives contrasts sharply. While some studies suggest a link between synthetic dyes and behavioural issues, the FDA continu...
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Can Dark Chocolate Play A Role In Reducing Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes?
Let's explore what science has to say about dark chocolate in reducing type-2 diabetes incidence.
-
Humpback Whale’s Unprecedented 8,000-Mile Migration Shatters Records
A humpback whale has been tracked on an unprecedented 8,000-mile migration, breaking records for the longest documented journey between breeding grounds. Scientists suggest the movement might be due to climate change affecting food and mating behaviours. AI-driven photo tracking through HappyWhale.com played a key role in identifying the whale’s ...
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NASA’s Astronaut Sunita Williams Grows Lettuce in Space: Everything You Need to Know
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams is leading a space farming experiment aboard the International Space Station (ISS), aimed at advancing agricultural techniques for both space and Earth. The experiment, part of NASA’s Plant Habitat-07 study, involves cultivating “Outredgeous” romaine lettuce in microgravity to examine how water availability affe...
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Climate Change Causes Decline in Rice Quality Across East Asia, New Study Suggests
A recent study highlights a decline in rice quality across East Asia due to climate change. Using 35 years of data, researchers found that rising nighttime temperatures significantly reduce the head rice rate (HRR), especially in Japan and China. The study also identifies solar radiation, precipitation changes, and vapor pressure as contributing fa...
-
5,000-Year-Old Relics Discovered in Iraq Suggest a Mysterious Early Government Collapse
A recent study on 5,000-year-old clay bowls discovered in Iraq provides evidence of early governance systems in Mesopotamia. Excavations at Shakhi Kora revealed artifacts and structures associated with centralised labour management, including beveled-rim bowls thought to be used for distributing meals in return for work. Researchers suggest the sit...
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Ocean Acidification Study: Carbon Emissions Driving Deeper Chemical Changes in Oceans
A study in Science Advances by researchers from ETH Zurich highlights the escalating depth of ocean acidification, driven by carbon emissions since the industrial era. By 2014, acidification had penetrated to an average depth of 1,000 metres, with some regions affected as deep as 1,500 metres. Using a 3D model, the study explores the altered marine...
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Luke Coutinho Breaks Down The Science Of Sexual Arousal
Luke Coutinho explains that sexual arousal is closely linked to the parasympathetic nervous system, a critical part of the autonomic nervous system that regulates many bodily functions, including arousal.
-
4,000-Year-Old Maya Fish-Trapping Network Found in Belize Supported Early Communities
In Belize, researchers have uncovered a 4,000-year-old Maya fish-trapping network, comprising channels and ponds designed to capture aquatic food sources. This system, covering 42 square kilometers, provided sustenance for early Maya communities and supported population growth around ceremonial centres.
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Book Review: Why "A Baker's Journey- Science in the Art of Baking" By Dr Avin Thaliath Is A Must-Read
A Baker's Journey - Science in the Art of Baking is not just a cookbook; it's an educational odyssey. Dr Avin Thaliath has successfully bridged the gap between scientific precision and culinary passion.
-
India’s Summer Maximum Temperature to See a Rise of 1.5 Degree Celsius by 2043, Claims New Climate Data
A new report highlights the growing climate crisis in India, predicting rising temperatures, increased extreme weather events, and food security threats. By 2057, maximum temperatures may rise by 1.5 degrees Celsius, with variations across regions. Changes in rainfall patterns could impact agriculture and rural livelihoods, particularly in the nort...
-
Global Freshwater Levels Decline Since 2014, NASA-German Satellites Reveal
Data from NASA and German satellites reveal Earth's freshwater levels declined significantly after May 2014, with storage remaining persistently low. Research attributes this to global warming, major droughts, and human activity such as irrigation. The trend raises concerns over water stress, food security, and long-term environmental stability.
-
Should You Combine Non-Vegetarian Food With Dairy? An Expert Clears Things Up
For years, we have been told not to mix non-vegetarian food with dairy. But is there any real science behind this advice? Nutritionist Amita Gadre spills the truth on the big food myth.
-
World's Largest Ocean Predator-Prey Marine Event Captured Off Norway's Coast
In a first-of-its-kind discovery, MIT scientists observed a massive predator-prey event in Norway, where millions of cod pursued spawning capelin. The event highlights the critical role of capelin in the marine food chain, providing sustenance for predatory fish like Atlantic cod. However, as Arctic ice retreats due to climate change, capelin face ...
-
Doomsday Arctic Vault, The World's Backup Gene Bank, Sees Surge In Samples
An Arctic seed vault on Norway's Spitsbergen island received new samples last week from the largest number of depositors since 2020, reflecting fear about the threat of conflict and climate change to food security.
-
Are Synthetic Food Dyes Harmful to Children? Here’s What the Science Says
This article explores the implications of synthetic food dyes on health, particularly in children. Following the recent California School Food Safety Act, which bans specific dyes in public schools, the FDA's stance on these additives contrasts sharply. While some studies suggest a link between synthetic dyes and behavioural issues, the FDA continu...
