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A Jurrasic World: Do dinosaurs still exist?

A recent study argues that dinosaurs might actually exist right now, although on a different planet. Researchers say that we might even be able to discover them by investigating materials that were present in the dinosaur era but are not present in the modern Earth

It’s OK if you don’t get 8 hours of sleep every day. Here’s why

According to a new study, sleep ‘regularity’ is more important than sleep duration. Getting six hours of sleep on a regular basis was linked to a reduced risk of dying young than getting eight hours of sleep on highly irregular schedules

Discrimination is Bad for Business: How it destroys motivation at work

Workplace discrimination leads to reduced earnings and advancement opportunities for members of disadvantaged groups. It can also lower the productivity of all workers, even those advantaged by it

Why the US infant mortality rate has risen for the first time in 20 years

As per the US health agency data, the infant mortality rate increased by three per cent between 2021 and 2022 to reach 5.6 deaths per 1,000 births. Bacterial infections and pregnancy-related complications are some causes, along with economic issues, inadequate maternity care, racial disparities

Bird flu reaches Antarctica for the first time: Why this could be devastating?

A deadly variant of bird flu has been found in Antarctica. Penguins, birds of prey and sheathbills are most at risk, followed by fur seals, sea lions, and skuas. Experts are concerned because the continent has never experienced an outbreak and the immunity of the species there is quite poor

Meaty Matters: How eating red meat drives up the risk of type 2 diabetes

Harvard researchers have found that consuming just two servings of red meat each week raises the risk of type 2 diabetes. The study suggests substituting meat for lean protein sources from plants, such as nuts and legumes

Explained: Why snoozing may not be too bad for your sleep

The snooze button is often thought to be bad for both sleep and cognitive function. However, as per a new study by Stockholm University, snoozing may help you in the process of waking up and become more alert

The Missing Continent: What we know about Zealandia, the eighth continent discovered after 375 years

A team of seismologists and geologists have updated the map of Zealandia, also known as Te Riu-a-Māui in the Māori. According to scientists, there are actually eight continents and the newest one is the smallest, thinnest, and youngest on the entire planet

Please Stand Up: Does sitting for more than 10 hours increase risk of dementia?

A new study found that dementia risk increased with daily sitting time of more than 10 hours or inactivity. The amount of time spent sitting had a similar influence on dementia risk whether it was spread out over a long period or intermittently, according to the experts

Noisy Nights: Why snoring before the age of 50 is a reason to worry

According to a study, nighttime snoring among those under the age of 50 has a higher chance of developing heart disease in the future. The study also found young people with sleep apnea had a 60 per cent higher risk of stroke over a 10-year follow-up period than people who didn't snore