4 h. ago ‘A bombshell’: doubt cast on discovery of microplastics throughout human body

Exclusive: Some scientists say many detections are most likely error, with one high-profile study called a ‘joke’High-profile studies reporting the presence of microplastics throughout the human body have been thrown into doubt by scientists who say the discoveries are probably the result of contamination and false positives. One chemist called the concerns “a bombshell”.Studies claiming to have revealed micro and nanoplastics in the brain, testes, placentas, arteries and elsewhere were reported by media across the world, including the Guardian. There is no doubt that plastic pollution of the natural world is ubiquitous, and present in the food and drink we consume and the air we breathe. But the health damage potentially caused by microplastics and the chemicals they contain is unclear, and an explosion of research has taken off in this area in recent years. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Prehistoric shell trumpets used as walkie talkies play a tune for the first time in 6,000 YEARS after scientists discovered they were used to communicate long distances

Your iPhone's battery life might be impressive, but it's nothing compared to the longevity of these ancient 'walkie-talkies'.

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6 h. ago Driving instructor urges motorists to avoid common hazard that could cost you £320

According to the RAC, pothole-related repairs cost drivers an average of £320 each time - with some paying more than £1,000 to fix damage caused to tyres, suspension, and steering

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55 h. ago Ally Pally legend to miss £80,000 Darts World Cup for first time after losing his Tour card

SIMON WHITLOCK will miss this year's World Cup of Darts after losing his Tour card. The Wizard, 56, has featured in all 16 editions of the World Cup and even helped Australia win it in 2022. Whitlock triumphed alongside Damon Heta four years ago, but this year The Heat will have a new partner as...

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56 h. ago Scientists studying people who live past 110 make a startling discovery about their supercharged immune systems

Longevity experts have discovered why so many people in Brazil live past the age of 110, making them super-centenarians.

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4 d. ago ‘Gifted learner dogs’ can learn words by eavesdropping, study says

Certain canines can learn using cues from people’s gaze, gestures, attention and voices, researchers findWhether it is a piece of food or a four-letter expletive, words can be learned by young children overhearing adults – but now researchers have found certain dogs can do something similar.Scientists have discovered canines with the unusual ability to learn the names of myriad objects can pick up such labels by eavesdropping on conversations. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Oldest known evidence of incest found in ancient DNA during archaeological dig

The disturbing revelation in southern Italy saw a number of skeletons discovered in a burial ground, with scientists calling it an 'exceptionally rare and remarkable finding'

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6 d. ago Hitting the sleep ‘sweet spot’ could add FOUR YEARS to your life, scientists discover

SLEEPING seven hours per night might add years to your life. A study found people who do not get enough kip were 24 per cent less likely to die young. Analysis by health insurer Vitality and the London School of Economics estimated healthy bedtime habits could extend life expectancy by up to four years. But...

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6 d. ago How rising extreme weather can put people with these illnesses at 'growing risk', Manchester scientists discover

'Climate change isn’t just an environmental issue — it’s a health emergency'

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7 d. ago 'A window into the dark universe': Astronomers spot an unexpected 'ghostly object' in the depths of space

Scientists have discovered a new type of astronomical object, calling the strange entity a 'window into the dark universe'.

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8 d. ago Newly discovered galaxy cluster could rewrite our understanding of the universe, experts say

A newly discovered galaxy cluster could rewrite our understanding of the cosmos, as scientists spot 'something the universe wasn't supposed to have'.

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8 d. ago London copper prices hit a fresh record, touching $13,000 for the first time

London copper prices hit a fresh record, touching $13,000 for the first time  investingLive

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8 d. ago Mickey Rourke launches fundraiser to pay $60,000 in rent after threat of eviction

The 73-year-old Oscar-nominated actor was issued with an eviction notice in DecemberMickey Rourke has turned to fundraising to pay the US$59,100 (£44,000, A$89,000) he allegedly owes in rent, after being sued by his landlord and facing eviction from his Los Angeles home.The 73-year-old actor, who was nominated for an Academy Award and won a Golden Globe for his performance in the 2008 drama The Wrestler, has approved a GoFundMe page launched by Liya-Joelle Jones, a friend and member of Rourke’s management team. At time of writing, the fundraiser had raised US$33,000 of its US$100,000 goal. Continue reading...

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1 week ago 'Delaying tactics' may stop assisted dying Bill after more than 1,000 amendments proposed

Labour grandee Lord Falconer accused peers of trying to stop the legislation being passed in its allotted time after more than 1,000 amendments were proposed to it.

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1 week ago FTSE 100 LIVE: London markets hit 10,000 points for first time as 2026 trading kicks off

FTSE 100 LIVE: London markets hit 10,000 points for first time as 2026 trading kicks off  Yahoo Finance UK

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1 week ago London’s FTSE 100 tops milestone 10,000 mark for the first time after new year rally

The blue-chip index hit a new all-time intraday trading high on Friday

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1 week ago Police raids in 17 UK areas over Firestick illegal streaming

Modified Amazon Fire Sticks used for illegal streaming have been targeted in raids with users facing hefty fines up to £50,000 and even prison time

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1 week ago Our ancestors were CANNIBALS: Scientists discover grisly evidence ancient human species ate Neanderthal children 45,000 years ago

Early humans may have feasted on Neanderthal children 45,000 years ago, according to a grisly new study.

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1 week ago California delays revoking 17,000 commercial driver's licenses until March after immigrants sue

California has announced plans to delay the revocation of 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses until March, giving more time for truckers and bus drivers who legally qualify for the licenses to keep them

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2 w. ago Agony as £180,000 dart misses target for second time at the Ally Pally

Luke Woodhouse joined Gary Anderson in going eight into a perfect nine dart attempt before missing the double 12

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