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Biological age tests reveal what slows or hastens aging – but they’re useful only for researchers, not consumers
Imagine receiving a test result that tells you your body is biologically five years older than your chronological age. You exercise regularly, get good sleep, eat healthy meals and have…
A YouTuber just recreated the original Star Wars with cardboard, and it’s awesome (video)
I Recreated Star Wars out of Cardboard – YouTube Watch On Happy Star Wars Day! While most enthusiasts might prepare for the unofficial geek holiday of May 4th by rewatching…
How the Nile helped an ancient Sudanese city thrive for centuries
A stretch of the Nile in northern Sudan appears to have underpinned the long occupation of Napata, an early urban centre of the Kushite state, according to work led by…
7 things nobody tells you about stargazing (that make a huge difference)
A few years ago, a friend came back from Jordan in September and told me I’d got it wrong. “I went to that desert you told me about but I…
Detectorists uncover Polish cavalry sabre and WWII relics
A collection of wartime objects, including a Polish cavalry sabre, has been found in Ryki County in eastern Poland. The discovery was made during a field survey conducted by members…
See May’s full ‘Flower Moon’ bloom in gorgeous photos from around the world
May’s full “Flower Moon” has come and gone, dazzling stargazers with a magnificent display of natural light as it cut a lazy arc over the southern horizon, below the stars…
Excavations uncover Roman remains in Écija
Construction crews working on the renovation of the city hall in Écija, Spain, have uncovered a section of Roman mosaic along with remains linked to an ancient bath system, bringing…
How Scientists Cracked the Ketamine Code for Depression
Summary: Ketamine has been a “miracle” for many with treatment-resistant depression, but its side effects and short duration have limited its use. Two new studies have “reverse engineered” exactly how…
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday at a new state flower exhibit
America is turning the big 250 this year. To celebrate, the U.S. Botanic Garden in Washington, D.C., has a new exhibit of state flowers. Through October 12, visitors can go…
