In a groundbreaking discovery, microplastics have been detected in ancient soil samples for the first time. This discovery can potentially reshape how we preserve archaeological treasures.

Microplastics found in soil dating back to ancient times in shocking discovery

Data centre giant Equinix is facing a storm after short seller Hindenburg research released a report accusing the company of manipulating its accounting metrics. Hindenburg alleges Equinix inflated its key profitability metric, adjusted funds from operations (AFFO), by at least 22% in 2023. Watch to know more!

Hindenburg research alleges accounting manipulation by Equinix

A team of researchers from the University of Michigan and Jiangnan University in Wuxi, China, have created nanoparticles that can fight against different strains of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

Researchers develop nanoparticles that target multiple COVID variants: A breakthrough in fighting the virus

A new study led by researchers at the University of Texas, Austin recently identified aetosaurs, a heavily armoured cousin of modern crocodiles who walked the Earth before dinosaurs did before going extinct around 200 million years ago.

Newly identified ‘heavily armoured’ crocodile ancestor walked the Earth before dinosaurs

A new study published in the Lancet indicates that the global burden of neurological conditions has increased dramatically, emerging as the leading cause of ill health since 2021.

Neurological disorders skyrocketing globally, study reveals shocking data

Scientists in Switzerland are inducing hallucinations in Parkinson's patients using robots to improve the disease treatment methods.

Researchers use robots in Parkinson's study

Face-drenching licks by dogs feel delightful to dog owners. While some push their pooches away, others positively indulge in their pet's affection. It's a heartwarming scene but not the healthiest thing for the dog owner.

Pet owners beware! Allowing your dog to lick your face can be unhealthy and even fatal

As per new evidence, mammals are not the only type of animals that produce milk, one amphibian that looks more like a worm also exhibits this behaviour. Caecilians, a type of amphibian—like frogs and salamanders — are limbless creatures that release a milk-like substance for their young.

Scientists discover a snake-like amphibian that produces milk for its young

A remarkable discovery of fossilised termites caught in the act of mating has provided insights into the behaviour of an extinct species that roamed the Earth approximately 38 million years ago.

Ancient love preserved: Termites found frozen in amber while mating 38mn years ago

Consuming the antibiotic doxycycline after sex can significantly reduce the chances of getting a sexually transmitted disease (STI) like chlamydia or early syphilis, a study revealed.

A single dose of THIS antibiotic can help prevent syphilis, other STIs: US study

Fibre is primarily needed to maintain good digestive health and overall well-being. However, in a study recently published in Nature Communications, researchers from the School of Life Course & Population Sciences have uncovered that fibre can be used to enhance brain function in old-aged individuals.

Daily fibre supplement may boost brain function in people over 60: Study

Even as Artificial Intelligence has become an integral part of our lives, the question of how to effectively communicate with AI chatbots continues to constantly puzzle and frustrate people.

'Live long and prosper': Star Trek may hold the key to effectively communicating with AI chatbots

Scientists might soon be able to create disease-resistant orange hybrids that taste as good as the originals. According to a study published in the journal Science Advances, chemical analysis has revealed 26 compounds responsible for the distinctive flavour of oranges.

Why do oranges taste the way they do? Researchers have finally broken it down

Recent research led by Scott B. Hansen, Ph.D., at The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology, sheds light on the unexpected involvement of cholesterol in pain perception.

Your cholesterol level has a link to how you feel physical pain. Here is how

In the North Sea's depths, small depressions, seemingly formed by leaking methane, have puzzled researchers for years. However, recent findings propose an unexpected explanation: these pits might be the handiwork of foraging porpoises, challenging long-held assumptions about the sea's geological features.

'Porpoise-ful' mistake: Porpoises, not methane, may be responsible for mysterious pits in North Sea

Does how much binge-watching you do have anything to do with how much you pee at night? Turns out the perfect way to unwind may be why you're not getting quality sleep.

Are your TV habits keeping you up at night? Study links binge-watching to frequent night-time urination

Bats, notorious carriers of deadly zoonotic diseases are everyone's nightmare, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. However, as per recent research, they may also hold the key to understanding viral immunity.

Bats, viruses, and immunity: Research reveals how bats could help prevent future pandemics

Researchers suggest that traits commonly associated with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), like distractibility and impulsivity, could have actually acted as an evolutionary advantage for our ancestors.

Can ADHD traits be a superpower? New study reveals they have evolutionary benefits

In the modern age, love is a rare find, and sometimes people just make do with technology: enter AI romance. For those of you who didn't know this was a thing, there are AI chatbots that can help somewhat fill the romantic vacuum which comes from not having a significant other.

Love in the age of AI: How safe are AI romance chatbots? Experts warn of heartbreak and privacy risks

Small "toy" breeds, as per new research, often have doubled-up teeth similar to sharks' mouths. New research published in the journal 'Research in Veterinary Science' shows that seven per cent of pet dogs, mostly smaller breeds, exhibit the condition known as persistent deciduous teeth.

New research suggests your Chihuahua or other toy breed dog may have 'shark teeth'.  Here's what it means

Is there more to marine life than we know? A scientific mission that is about to set sail off the coast of New Zealand aims to answer just that question.

Research vessel with specialised equipment to set sail off the coast of New Zealand

Scientists have unveiled a cutting-edge image-correction algorithm poised to revolutionise the study of ultracold atoms. These atoms, just above absolute zero, exhibit perplexing quantum properties that defy classical mechanics.

Quantum leap! Indian scientists pioneer breakthrough algorithm for studying ultracold atoms

Karolinska Institutet (KI) in Stockholm, a prominent Swedish medical university home to the Nobel Assembly, faced a significant setback as research samples gathered over decades were destroyed due to a freezer malfunction during the Christmas holidays.

Decades of  leukemia research samples destroyed at Swedish university due to freezer malfunction

For millennia, humans have adorned themselves with personal ornaments. These serve as a connection to their communities and help in establishing a cultural identity that endures even after their lives, as proven by a recent archaeological find that points to multiple cultural groups among our ancient ancestors.

Researchers find proof of at least 9 hidden cultural groups during Ice Age Europe

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