37 h. ago Scientists discover hazard millions are exposed to everyday could trigger Parkinson's disease

Those with a higher genetic Parkinson's risk living in such areas were also up to three times more likely to be diagnosed with the progressive brain disorder.

Science

37 h. ago Fierce debate breaks out online over what the lines on towels are REALLY for

People online from around the world have debated the true purpose of the flat lines found near the shorter edge of their towels this weekend - after being left shocked by one person's claim.

Politics

43 h. ago Earth's biggest extinction event didn't actually kill off everything, boffins discover

Some scientists have now branded the “Great Dying” as a “crisis on land, not an extinction” after new fossil discoveries led scientists to think that the volcanic eruption had less effect on land than the seas

Events

3 d. ago Scientists discover genius way you can lose weight from the comfort of the bath

Shower and bath boffins claim that one simple change could help burn 100s of calories, although there is a potential catch for those that enjoy relaxing in the warm

Politics

4 d. ago New coronavirus found in bats as virus 'transported to China for human tests'

Scientists have discovered a new coronavirus that may spread to humans and the disease is closely related to one that kills about 35% of those it infects

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4 d. ago Pandemic fears as NEW coronavirus is discovered in bats by China

Researchers from Brazil and colleagues affiliated with the University of Hong Kong detected the new strain after swabbing the mouths and rectums of bats.

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5 d. ago 'Remarkable' breakthrough as 'exceptionally rare' species mysteriously rediscovered after 200 years

Scientists were baffled to discover a rare animal in Nepal that was believed to have gone extinct

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5 d. ago Scientists discover 866 new deep sea species as 'venom' may help cancer treatment

Experts have announced a massive discovery of 866 new marine species – some of them sound straight out of science fiction such as sea butterflies, mud dragons, sea spiders

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5 d. ago Women who watch too much porn may suffer a disturbing personality change, scientists discover

Problematic pornography use (PPU) is on the rise, experts fear, and has been linked to a raft of conditions including anxiety, depression and withdrawal symptoms.

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5 d. ago Europe's deepest garbage dump: Scientists discover plastic bags and cans littered across the Calypso Deep

Scientists have captured photos of litter at the bottom of the Calypso Deep, a trench 16,771ft (5,112m) below the surface of the Ionian Sea.

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5 d. ago Oldest human FACE is discovered: Ancient man nicknamed 'Pink' lived in Spain up to 1.4 million years ago, scientists say

Scientists have discovered the oldest human face in Western Europe, potentially re-writing the story of human evolution.

Science

5 d. ago Scientists may have discovered the true purpose behind construction of Stonehenge

Blocks were brought to Salisbury Plain from all over the country in a grand project that would have taken about eight months – uniting people in the process

Politics

6 d. ago Scientists discover narwhals putting their long tusks to surprising new use

Researchers spot complex interactions involving narwhals, fish, and birds

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6 d. 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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8 d. ago Scientists discover everyday food that could have dramatic effect on children's behaviour

Experts said it is likely to have a positive impact on development and are now calling on parents to give 'their children the best start in life'.

Society

1 week ago Scientists discover same ‘hungry genes’ make humans and labradors fat

Dog that are constantly hungry may share the same gene as humans who are more likely to be obese

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1 week ago Stonehenge's secret SISTER: Ancient burial site discovered in Dorset is even older than the famous Wiltshire stone circle, scientists say

Scientists have discovered that Stonehenge's 'sister' monument in Dorset is even older than the famous Wiltshire stone circle.

Politics

1 week ago Scientists discover obesity genes that make humans and animals pile on pounds

Alyce McClellan, of Cambridge’s Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience, said that the 'e genes are not immediately obvious targets for weight-loss drugs'

Politics

1 week ago ‘Eureka’ moment as scientists discover common drug stops some cancers spreading

Research suggests aspirin supports a boost in the immune system to help catch deadly cancer cells

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1 week ago Cancer ‘Eureka moment’ as scientists discover how aspirin may prevent some tumours spreading

Cambridge University researchers show how aspirin could boost T-cells which stop cancers cells from spreading

Science