Summary: A new study has established a dynamic, bidirectional relationship between micro-bursts of physical activity and short-term mood optimization. The massive collaborative project synthesized data from over 8,000 global participants…
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World Cup creates perfect conditions for infectious diseases to spread – here are the biggest threats health experts are watching for
When the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins on June 11, 2026, matches will be played across 16 cities in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Millions of fans will arrive…
Archaeologists unearth remains of submerged medieval trading centre
Underwater archaeological excavations in Lake Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan, have unearthed the remains of a major medieval trading centre that disappeared beneath the water after a catastrophic earthquake in the early 15th…
Earliest known domesticated dogs identified at prehistoric sites in Türkiye
Archaeologists and genetic researchers have uncovered some of the world’s earliest confirmed domestic dogs at two prehistoric sites in central Türkiye, offering remarkable new insight into how dogs spread across…
Excavations at Sanctuary of Sequana aims to unlock secrets of the Seine’s origins
A major archaeological research programme has begun at the ancient sanctuary of Source-Seine in Burgundy, the birthplace of the River Seine, which flows through the heart of Paris. More than…
What Pennsylvania’s AI chatbot lawsuit teaches us about the psychology behind medical trust
In May 2026, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration filed suit against Character Technologies Inc., the company behind the popular chatbot platform Character.AI. A state investigation found that a chatbot character…
Discovery in ancient Altino sheds light on the origins of Venice
Archaeologists excavating the ancient Roman city of Altino in northern Italy have uncovered the first monumental remains of its long-lost forum, shedding new light on the prosperous settlement whose stones…
Cannabis & Tobacco Co-Use Lower Cognitive Scores in Teens
Summary: A new study filled a critical diagnostic gap regarding substance use during the early warning phases of mental illness. Investigating adolescents and young adults at clinical high risk for…
Are Long-Term Antidepressant Benefits Overstated?
Summary: A clinical overview challenged the scientific consensus supporting long-term antidepressant use. The review unmasked a fundamental flaw in existing clinical trial designs. Investigators revealed that the widely cited benefits…
Archaeologists reveal giant Zapotec complex hidden beneath Teotitlán del Valle
A team of researchers from Mexico’s National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH), the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), and the ARX PROJECT has completed the first comprehensive geophysical…
