Acne creams may contain high levels of carcinogen: study
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Acne creams may contain high levels of carcinogen: study

Another blemish on their record? A new analysis has once again found that dozens of popular acne creams and cleansers contain “unacceptably high levels” of a cancer-causing chemical. Professors from Yale and Long Island universities and a team from Valisure, a Connecticut-based laboratory, tested 111 benzoyl peroxide (BPO) acne products,…

1 in 4 US adults suspect they have undiagnosed ADHD: new study
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1 in 4 US adults suspect they have undiagnosed ADHD: new study

One in four US adults suspect they have undiagnosed ADHD, a new study finds, but only 13% have shared their concerns with a doctor. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is a developmental disorder characterized by inattentiveness, hyperactivity and impulsive behavior. An estimated 4.4% of adults 18 to 44 have ADHD, according to The…

2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry Recognises Groundbreaking Protein Discoveries

2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry Recognises Groundbreaking Protein Discoveries

The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has announced the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for 2024, recognising the significant contributions of three remarkable scientists. David Baker from the University of Washington and Howard Hughes Medical Institute has been awarded one half of the prize for his pioneering work in computational protein…

600 viruses found on showerheads, toothbrushes in new study
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600 viruses found on showerheads, toothbrushes in new study

You may need a shower after hearing the results of this eye-opening study. Northwestern University researchers identified more than 600 different viruses on 92 showerhead and 34 toothbrush samples — and no two samples were alike. “The number of viruses that we found is absolutely wild,” said indoor microbiologist Erica M….

James Webb Telescope eyes ‘missing link’ to universe’s origins and the first stars
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James Webb Telescope eyes ‘missing link’ to universe’s origins and the first stars

It actually was a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. The James Webb Space Telescope has detected a peculiar region of space that could be a “missing link” to what’s understood about the early days of space and its original stars. The “unprecedented” discovery shows stars within…

Wash clothes before wearing, avoid fabric softener, dye detergents: doctor
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Wash clothes before wearing, avoid fabric softener, dye detergents: doctor

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. He’s airing out your dirty laundry. Dr. Charles Puza, a board-certified NYC dermatologist, is sharing the three laundry mistakes that may be harming your skin. He advises against wearing clothes that you haven’t…

Scuba Diving Lizards Use Air Bubbles to Breathe Underwater and Stay Hidden from Predators

Scuba Diving Lizards Use Air Bubbles to Breathe Underwater and Stay Hidden from Predators

Semi-aquatic lizards, such as the water anole (Anolis aquaticus), have a unique ability to stay submerged for extended periods by creating an air bubble around their snout. This behaviour, first observed in 2018, has now been confirmed in 18 other anole species. The air bubble helps the lizards breathe while…

Nearly 9 in 10 believe in love at first sight with their pets
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Nearly 9 in 10 believe in love at first sight with their pets

More dog owners had an “instant connection” with their pet than with their partner, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 dog owners in serious relationships revealed that 80% had an immediate connection with their dog, compared to 69% who said the same for their partner. Results found that…

Do penises shrink with age? Study reveals answer to age-old question
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Do penises shrink with age? Study reveals answer to age-old question

A medical expert has finally answered the question that has plagued “most men”: can your penis actually shrink? Sure, there are arguably bigger things in the world to worry about, but apparently that hasn’t stopped the male species from fretting about their manhoods for far too long. While it’s not…

Groundbreaking Thorium-229 Nuclear Clock May Reveal Changes in Fundamental Constants

Groundbreaking Thorium-229 Nuclear Clock May Reveal Changes in Fundamental Constants

A significant breakthrough in atomic physics occurred with the development of the first nuclear clock. This clock, based on the thorium-229 nucleus, has achieved a level of precision that could help test whether the fundamental constants of physics change over time. This remarkable advancement was achieved by a research team…