Laughter could treat dry eye disease
2024-09-12 16:08:23 Laughter is the best medicine for dry eyes. Researchers have found that having a chuckle is just as effective as eye drops as a treatment for dry eye…
Tiny fish has human levels of self-awareness
2024-09-12 15:59:54 A little fish has sophisticated self-awareness only previously seen in humans. The finger-sized bluestreak cleaner wrasse has become the first fish to pass the “mirror test” which shows…
Dogs can soothe feelings of physical pain
2024-09-12 15:33:02 Cuddling up to a dog can reduce symptoms of pain. Boffins in Germany have discovered that the presence of a canine can minimise feelings of pain during recoveries…
Saturday night's alright for romping
2024-09-12 15:27:34 Couples are most likely to have sex on a Saturday night. A survey conducted by underwear company Pour Moi has revealed that couples around the world are most…
Fat around the waist causes chronic pain
2024-09-11 15:12:35 Fat around the waist has been linked to chronic pain in the rest of the body. A new study has discovered that people with more fat in the…
Dark chocolate improves vision
2024-09-11 15:11:03 Eating dark chocolate can improve a person’s eyesight. A new study claims that just a small amount of the sweet treat is beneficial for vision as it can…
Saturn's rings are set to vanish in 2025
2024-09-11 15:00:20 Saturn’s rings will disappear early next year. The rings are one of the most recognisable features of the gas giant but space enthusiasts will be able to see…
Daily pill may stop people snoring
2024-09-11 14:56:06 A daily pill could prevent snoring. Researchers have found that taking a drug that is currently prescribed for epilepsy could reduce symptoms in those suffering from sleep apnoea.…
Night owls are at risk of type 2 diabetes because of different body clocks
2024-09-10 14:13:49 Night owls are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes. Scientists have concluded that those who stay up late are at greater risk of the condition as their…
Company sets out to build 'millions' of robots that can do household chores
2024-09-10 14:11:10 A company plans to build “millions” of robots to eliminate the need for humans to do chores. Robotics firm 1X have created the humanoid prototype NEO Beta that…
