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Startling Research Shows That Toxic “Forever Chemicals” Can Penetrate Human Skin

A recent study has shown that PFAS, toxic chemicals used in many consumer products, can be absorbed through the skin…

12 hours ago

Humans Are Absorbing Microplastics, and It Is Increasing Our Risk of Cancer, Diabetes, and Heart Disease

A new study highlights the potential health risks posed by increasing levels of micro- and nanoplastics (MnPs) in the human…

4 days ago

Network of Robotic Telescopes Finds New Earth-Sized World Orbiting an Ultra-Cool Star

Artist’s view of exoplanet SPECULOOS-3 b orbiting its star. The planet is as big as the Earth, while its star…

1 month ago

New Research Reveals That Ancient Greek Armor Was Much More Effective in Battle Than Previously Thought

Recent research challenges the traditional view that a 3,500-year-old Mycenaean suit of armor was used solely for ceremonial purposes, suggesting…

1 month ago

A Cooler Future? Study Suggests Cloud Engineering as an Effective “Painkiller” for Global Warming

Recent findings indicate that marine cloud brightening, a method of increasing cloud cover to cool the Earth, could be more…

3 months ago

Decoding Earth’s Cosmic Shields in Groundbreaking Study

The University of Birmingham spearheads research to redefine understanding of near-Earth space particles, questioning traditional models and aiming to enhance…

3 months ago

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