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The Economist

Too much time with colleagues can sour social interaction

Antarctic expedition research shows that prolonged proximity with colleagues leads to interpersonal friction, souring social dynamics over time.

The Economist

Tomorrow’s medical sensors might come served with dinner

Future medical sensors could be ingested with meals, powered by riboflavin batteries and toothpaste-based transistors.

Why temperature records are being not only broken but smashed
BBC News

Why temperature records are being not only broken but smashed

Europe is shattering temperature records due to a stalled heat dome amplified by rapid human-caused warming. This climate shift makes extreme heat significantly more severe and frequent across the continent.

Nasa unveils next steps to build permanent Moon base
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Nasa unveils next steps to build permanent Moon base

NASA unveiled robotic infrastructure for a permanent Moon base by 2032, aiming to beat China’s 2030 landing goal. However, experts question the feasibility of this timeline amid geopolitical competition.

Britain's protected birds of prey still being shot, trapped and poisoned, says RSPB
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Britain's protected birds of prey still being shot, trapped and poisoned, says RSPB

The RSPB reports 921 illegal attacks on UK birds of prey since 2015, largely linked to game shooting. The charity urges stricter licensing to protect these protected species from persecution.

The space race to create gym equipment for future astronauts
BBC News

The space race to create gym equipment for future astronauts

A competition develops fitness gear for future astronauts, using parabolic flights to test equipment like HIFIm. This ensures astronauts maintain health in microgravity during long missions.

How to keep cool at your summer festivals
BBC News

How to keep cool at your summer festivals

Stay cool at summer festivals by hydrating with water, wearing breathable light clothing, and avoiding overheating tents.

The Economist

You probably don’t need extra electrolytes

Most people don’t need extra electrolytes unless they are athletes or sick. A balanced diet typically provides sufficient amounts for daily health needs.

Nearly 30 illegal waste 'super sites' revealed in new government watchlist
BBC News

Nearly 30 illegal waste 'super sites' revealed in new government watchlist

The UK government revealed nearly 30 illegal waste "super sites" on a new watchlist, prioritizing those posing serious environmental risks for potential taxpayer-funded cleanup.

BBC Inside Science
BBC News

BBC Inside Science

BBC Inside Science explores the predicted 2026 El Niño, ancient deep-sea fossils, and the ecological benefits of banning bottom trawling.

How do hurricanes and typhoons form and is climate change making them stronger?
BBC News

How do hurricanes and typhoons form and is climate change making them stronger?

Hurricanes form over warm oceans, with El Niño suppressing Atlantic activity in 2026. While climate change doesn't increase their frequency, it intensifies their wind speeds and rainfall.

The Economist

Could microscopic spheres of silica help cool the planet?

Private investment fuels solar geoengineering research using silica spheres for planetary cooling, sparking both innovation and new concerns.

The Economist

Breakthroughs for batteries could soon make them much better

Next-generation solid-state batteries promise superior speed and safety compared to current lithium-ion technology.

The Economist

The hantavirus outbreak is a tragedy—and a valuable data source

The hantavirus outbreak is a tragedy but offers valuable data, while the overall public health threat remains minimal.

Six ways to keep your home and yourself cool in hot weather
BBC News

Six ways to keep your home and yourself cool in hot weather

Maximize nighttime airflow and block daytime heat with closed blinds. Use fans strategically with ice or cross-breezes to efficiently cool your home and body.

The Economist

Japanese eels have two types of sperm

Japanese eels possess two distinct sperm types, a discovery that could aid population recovery efforts by enhancing breeding strategies.

The Economist

How well do anabolic steroids work?

Anabolic steroids are highly effective but carry significant risks of adverse reactions. Users must remain vigilant about these potential dangers.

BBC Inside Science
BBC News

BBC Inside Science

BBC Inside Science covers a cruise ship hantavirus outbreak and pandemic protocols, while warning FIFA about extreme heat risks at the upcoming World Cup.

The Economist

AI models are being used to predict conflict

AI models predict conflict, but progress is hindered by a scarcity of high-quality data.

The Economist

Neanderthals went to the dentist (really)

Neanderthals performed dental procedures tens of millennia before Homo sapiens, challenging assumptions about their technological capabilities.