Science

The connection between Parkinson’s disease and dementia has long been a topic of concern in the medical community. Previous estimates suggested that up to 80 percent of individuals diagnosed with Parkinson’s would go on to develop dementia within 15-20 years. However, recent research conducted by the University of Pennsylvania paints a different picture. According to

In a recent case study of a 62-year-old man in the US, the importance of closely monitoring rapid weight loss while managing medications was highlighted. This man, who was obese at 132 kg (291 lbs), was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and an underactive thyroid gland. He was prescribed with daily insulin injections, a daily

The Rising Star Cave system in South Africa has been the subject of much debate in recent years due to the discovery of an unusually high number of Homo naledi remains dating back approximately 300,000 years. There have been claims that these hominids were deliberately buried, which would have significant implications for our understanding of

The 2024 Paris Olympics has debuted the urban dance style of ‘breaking’, and athletes scaled new heights during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics with the addition of seven new sports, including karate and climbing. But while overall injuries at the Tokyo Olympics remained comparable to previous games, researchers found some of the new sports contributed a

It may come as a surprise to many, but recent analysis has revealed a significant link between tooth loss and the risk of dying from heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular events. While previous studies have suggested a connection between poor oral health and cardiovascular diseases, this new analysis sheds light on the severity of

Repetition is a fascinating aspect of human memory that often leads to strange and uncanny experiences. While most people are familiar with the concept of déjà vu, the feeling of having experienced something before when in fact it is new, there is another lesser-known phenomenon called jamais vu. Jamais vu occurs when something familiar suddenly

The ancient monument of Göbekli Tepe in Türkiye continues to amaze archaeologists and researchers with its intricate carvings and structures. Dating back over 10,000 years, this temple complex is considered the oldest of its kind, shedding light on the practices and beliefs of a people long gone. Recent findings have uncovered a fascinating discovery –

Recent research from the American Cancer Society (ACS) has revealed a concerning trend – cancer cases in younger generations are on the rise. The study, which analyzed health data of more than 23 million US patients born between 1920 and 1990, found that Gen Xers and millennials have a higher risk of developing 17 out

The discovery of Homo floresiensis, also known as ‘hobbits,’ has fascinated scientists and researchers for years. Recent findings have shed new light on just how small these ancient human relatives were, challenging previous assumptions and expanding our understanding of human evolution. A 700,000-year-old humerus fragment unearthed in 2013 has provided valuable insights into the unique

In a surprising turn of events, a team of researchers stumbled upon a super-black wood-based material that has the incredible ability to absorb over 99 percent of the light that comes into contact with it. The discovery of this material, known as Nxylon, was not the result of a deliberate experiment, but rather an accidental