8 d. ago Hearts fans revealed as tightest in Scotland as Jambos most likely to dodge buying drinks

The study also revealed that Aberdeen supporters are the most generous when it comes to getting the pints in.

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1 week ago Daylight savings haters rejoice: scientists confirm it’s bad for health

US Congress is debating permanent daylight savings – but new research shows keeping clocks on standard time is least stressful on the bodyDaylight savings time is not just a hassle – it can also be bad for your health.The twice-yearly “spring forward, fall back” routine rattles our bodies’ daily cycles, known as circadian rhythms, with potentially harmful consequences. And a new study supports what many sleep experts have long argued: the solution is getting rid of daylight savings for good. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Daylight saving haters rejoice: scientists confirm it’s bad for health

US Congress is debating permanent daylight saving – but new research shows keeping clocks on standard time is least stressful on the bodyDaylight saving time is not just a hassle – it can also be bad for your health.The twice-yearly “spring forward, fall back” routine rattles our bodies’ daily cycles, known as circadian rhythms, with potentially harmful consequences. And a new study supports what many sleep experts have long argued: the solution is getting rid of daylight saving for good. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Red squirrel population thriving on Isle of Wight and could almost double, study finds

Researchers mapping how red squirrels would fare under climate breakdown scenarios found ‘a natural ability to adapt’Red squirrels are thriving on the Isle of Wight where they have enough food and a suitable habitat to support a population that could almost double, a study has found.Using climate models, the researchers mapped how the red squirrel population would fare under different climate breakdown scenarios such as temperature changes and low levels of rainfall, finding no direct impact on their survivability and “a natural ability to adapt to a range of climactic conditions”. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago New study supports the concept that you can be ‘fat but fit’

New research suggests that the lowest risk of death may not sit neatly in the traditional ‘healthy’ body mass index (BMI) range

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3 w. ago Seven million homes missing out on £24bn in benefits and support, new study warns

Lack of awareness, complexity and social stigma highlighted as major barriers to claiming financial support

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