2 h. ago Earth was wiped out twice when huge stars ran out of fuel and violently imploded

A new study from Keele University suggests that at least two mass extinction events in Earth's history were likely caused by the devastating effects of nearby supernovae

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5 h. ago Poor sleepers are more likely to believe in conspiracy theories, study suggests

Psychologists also found depression was a mechanism in conspiratorial beliefs

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27 h. ago Poor sleep quality may fuel belief in conspiracy theories, research suggests

Depression also plays a key role in this newfound link between poor sleep and conspiracy beliefs.

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28 h. ago People waking up in the middle of the night told to do these two exercises

A study has suggested that they help those battling insomnia

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40 h. ago People who wake every night at 2am told to do two simple exercises to get to sleep

A new study has suggested that doing two things twice a week can have a massive impact on insomnia

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50 h. ago Sorry Flat Earthers! NASA scientist gives brutal response that instantly proves our planet is ROUND

It's one of the biggest conspiracy theories of all time. But if you believe the world is flat, a NASA scientist may finally change your mind with a brutal putdown.

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54 h. ago Poor sleep may trigger a specific, bizarre personality change, scientists discover

According to scientists from Nottingham University, who tracked over 1,000 Brits, those who suffered a month of restless sleep were likely to endorse such beliefs.

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2 d. ago Bradley Walsh taken aback by Great Pyramid discovery after dismissing conspiracy theories

The 'Gladiators' host has travelled to Egypt to film his Sky History series, 'Bradley Walsh: Egypt's Cosmic Code', which sees him search for answers to ancient mysteries

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2 d. ago HIV prevention medication ‘could one day be a yearly jab’ – study suggests

Yearly doses could reduce barriers people face to taking preventative HIV medication, researchers said.

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3 d. ago Giving blood could offer surprising health benefits and 'cut cancer risk'

A new study suggests giving blood causes beneficial genetic changes in our blood cells

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3 d. ago Fears WW3 'has started in Hull' as foul play not ruled out in North Sea tanker crash

The port city – famed for its marina and stunning Old Town – topped a list of targets for Putin's nukes last year, now conspiracy theorists fear WW3 has started off its coast

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3 d. ago Feed your children fish to make them kinder and more sociable, study suggests

Fish is a rich source of omega-3, selenium and iodine - which are key to child development

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4 d. ago Revealed: The disturbing sign that indicates you might be a PSYCHOPATH

If you like humiliating and even hurting others for your own pleasure, a new study suggests you might be a psychopath.

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4 d. ago Surprising link between when you have sex and the risk of CANCER

Women who were sexually active before they turned 18 may be more likely to suffer cervical cancer later in life, a study published earlier this year from researchers in China suggests.

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4 d. ago Scientists say eating 100 calories of this fruit a day could 'slash diabetes risk'

A new study suggests one common fruit could protect against diabetes

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6 d. ago Why impromptu beers leave you drowning your sorrows: Spontaneous weekend drinks carry increased risk of negative consequences, study suggests

Analysis revealed that on 17 per cent of days, participants in the study ended up drinking without having any prior intention to, leading to a risk of embarrassment, hangovers and blackouts.

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8 d. ago Trump's hot mic moment with Supreme Court Justice sparks wild conspiracy theories as he issues response

Donald Trump responded to wild theories regarding a hot mic moment between himself and Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts before the president's address to Congress.

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8 d. ago Bacterial vaginosis can be passed to women by men, researchers find

Study suggests infection is sexually transmitted and opens up new way to reduce recurrence by treating male partnersBacterial vaginosis can be passed to women by male sexual partners, researchers have said, challenging the longstanding view that it is not a sexually transmitted infection.Experts say the study offers a new way to reduce the risk of the infection returning in women, with another scientist saying it showed up the UK’s NHS website as “outdated and misleading”. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Scientists describe ‘Eureka moment’ over how aspirin prevents cancer spread

A new study suggests aspirin – or other drugs – could be used as a potential cancer treatment.

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1 week ago Are you a Flat Earther? You're probably SPITEFUL: People who believe in conspiracy theories are more likely to be nasty and cruel, study claims

Scienitsts from Staffordshire University say that spitefulness is linked to belief in conspiracy theories.

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