Researchers developed an efficient nano-pesticide based on star polycation (SPc) loaded with clothianidin, which was co-applied with a widely used parasitic wasp (Aphidius colemani) to achieve synergistic pest management
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2095311925001728
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A new study finds teens with depression had higher levels of common antibiotics in their urine, suggesting everyday exposure may raise mental health risks.
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-09687-4
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Controlled trial demonstrates higher non-heme iron absorption in vegans compared to omnivores, highlighting the physiological adaptations involved in iron metabolism in plant-based diets.
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/mnfr.70096
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How much an infant cries is largely steered by their genetics and there is probably not much that parents can do about it, suggests a new Swedish twin study. At age 2 months, children’s genetics explain about 50% of how much they cry. At 5 months of age, genetics explain up to 70% of the variation.
https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uu/pressreleases/why-your-infant-is-crying-3395739
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Early evidence of avocado domestication from El Gigante Rockshelter, Honduras
https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2417072122
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A global study of 11,000+ data points shows inland waters are polluted with copper, zinc, cadmium, & chromium, especially in parts of Asia, Africa, & South America.
https://www.nature.com/articles/s43247-025-02508-6
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Widespread presence of bone marrow–like hematopoietic stem cell niche in invertebrate skeletons
https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adw0958?utm_sou
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New research has shown how boys being overweight in early childhood or having chickenpox or another infectious disease in infancy may increase their risk of having chronic disease in later life
https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/news/new-study-shows-link-between-childhood-health-and-risk-of-disease-in-men-in-later-life
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First complete ancient Egyptian DNA genome reveals his occupation: « The analysis shows an 80 percent genetic link to North Africa. »
https://www.popsci.com/science/ancient-egypt-dna/
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Drones reveal extreme coral mortality after bleaching | Research reveals coral mortality rates rose to 92% after last year’s bleaching event at Lizard Island on Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef
https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1090038
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Increasing plant diversity (≥30 plant foods/wk) reduced symptom burden, shifted the gut microbiome toward beneficial metabolite production, and resulted in a substantial reduction in potential renal acid load of 47% for adults with chronic kidney disease cross-over, randomized controlled trial finds
https://journals.lww.com/cjasn/abstract/2025/05000/high_diversity_plant_based_diet_and_gut.7.aspx
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Dog and cat ownership was associated with slower cognitive decline; bird and fish ownership showed no such association. These findings suggest that dog and cat ownership might act as a protective factor aiding to slow down cognitive decline, thus contributing to healthy cognitive ageing.
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-03727-9
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A decade of clean air policies cut coal-burning in North China. But winter haze now includes more pollution from burning biomass, especially in rural areas.
https://www.nature.com/articles/s43247-025-02487-8
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A massive study across 19 countries found that belief in conspiracies and distrust in government best predict COVID-19 vaccine refusal, more than fear of side effects or lack of curiosity.
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41599-025-05267-z
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MAGA Republicans are twice as likely to strongly/very strongly agree that a civil war is coming, and triple more likely to believe it is needed, compared to non-MAGA, non-Republicans. People who are authoritarian or racist were also more likely to expect a civil war, and that it is needed.
https://www.psypost.org/despite-political-tensions-belief-in-an-impending-u-s-civil-war-remains-low/
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Intimate partner violence overwhelmingly affects women, but men can also be victims. Yet male victims are often met with skepticism, ridicule, or disbelief. People are more likely to dismiss male victims of intimate partner violence when they also endorse sexist beliefs about men.
https://www.psypost.org/new-study-finds-link-between-sexism-and-denial-of-male-victimhood-in-relationships/
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Trump has not just weathered criminal charges and political scandal—he has repurposed them into proof of his own victimhood, suggests new study. In doing so, far-right figures can appear vulnerable while simultaneously reinforcing policies that harm those who are actually marginalized.
https://www.psypost.org/viral-ai-images-highlight-how-trump-engages-in-victimcould-scholar-argues/
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Hearing aids and cochlear implants improve social lives of adults with hearing loss
https://www.upi.com/Health_News/2025/07/05/hearing-aids-social-life-study/5171751727670/
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Scientists discover that inhibitory neurons that keep other neurons in the human brain from overreacting seem to be turned down in PTSD and depression, which could make the prefrontal cortex – responsible for emotional control and decision-making – get stuck in a hyperexcitable state.
https://newatlas.com/mental-health/landmark-study-reveals-cell-level-brain-changes-tied-to-ptsd/
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Babies of social chimpanzee mothers are more likely to survive
https://www.earth.com/news/social-chimpanzee-mothers-raise-babies-more-successfully/
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Over one-third of boys and men in Canada and the United States know someone who uses anabolic-androgenic steroids. Boys and men who perceive anabolic steroid use within their social circles are more likely to report intentions to use them, even if they have never used them before.
https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1089958
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A new study found that most Americans and policymakers support personal and political climate action but wrongly think others do not. This misunderstanding may block progress. Clearer messaging could boost engagement and policy support.
https://www.nature.com/articles/s43247-025-02496-7
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Termites can produce Hydrogen, e.g 2 Million Sand Termites can produce 660 L per day
https://www.the-microbiologist.com/features/termite-hydrogen-a-wildcard-in-the-fight-against-climate-change/5811.article
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New study found that people living in democratic societies tend to score higher on benevolent personality traits like empathy, kindness, and belief in human goodness while authoritarian nations saw higher levels of manipulative, narcissistic, and callous traits—known collectively as the “dark triad.
https://www.psypost.org/scientists-are-uncovering-more-and-more-unsettling-facts-about-our-politics/
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New research warns against trusting AI for moral guidance, revealing that these systems are not only biased towards inaction but are so easily manipulated by a question's phrasing
https://www.psypost.org/new-research-reveals-hidden-biases-in-ais-moral-advice/
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Processed meat can cause health issues, even in tiny amounts. Eating just one hot dog a day increased type 2 diabetes risk by 11%. It also raised the risk of colorectal cancer by 7%. According to the researcher, there may be no such thing as a “safe amount” of processed meat consumption.
https://www.earth.com/news/processed-meat-can-cause-health-issues-even-in-tiny-amounts/
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Couples who have frequent sex report greater relationship and life satisfaction. But forcing more sex, especially when it feels like a chore rather than a genuine desire, can have downsides. The relationship happiness boost from sex seems to plateau at about once a week.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/au/blog/intimately-connected/202507/does-more-sex-equal-relationship-bliss
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New IIHS measurement technique points to growth in vehicle blind zones | Longitudinal Analysis of Forward Blind Zone Changes in Popular Vehicle Models (1997–2023)
https://www.iihs.org/news/detail/new-iihs-measurement-technique-points-to-growth-in-vehicle-blind-zones
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Frequent nightmares triple the risk of early death and accelerates ageing | Imperial News
https://www.imperial.ac.uk/news/265753/frequent-nightmares-triple-risk-early-death/
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A study of 320 million records shows extreme heat cuts milk yields by up to 10 percent, with lasting effects. Even with modern cooling, losses remain. Climate adaptation in farming has real limits.
https://doi.org/10.1126/sciadv.adw4780
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