By examining rocks at the bottom of ancient oceans, an international group of researchers has…
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Genetically modified mice reveal the secret to a painless life
People born with a rare genetic mutation are unable to feel pain, but previous attempts…
Global human freshwater footprint surges
Dams and irrigation raise the global human consumption of freshwater to a much higher level…
Student discovers stellar chamaeleon that had the astronomers fooled for years
It is the brightest infrared star in the Northern sky, but a student has found…
People with dementia exposed to low quality of life through lack of activity
People with dementia living in long-term care often show low levels of activity participation, which…
Price of cancer drugs varies by up to 388% between European countries, Australia, and New Zealand
The price of new cancer drugs varies widely (from 28% to 388%) between high-income countries…
Newborns in intensive care exposed to thirdhand smoke residue
Despite hospitals operating a smoke free policy, newborns in intensive care may still be exposed…
Global toll of injuries down by almost a third since 1990
The global toll taken by injuries on daily life has fallen by almost a third…
Where did Australian cats come from?
Cats in Australia are most likely descended from those brought by European settlers, researchers conclude….
Curious ‘inkblot’ star outed for trolling the astronomers
New images of an intriguing red giant star, known as CW Leo, have turned the…