Old people do more exercise
2024-09-23 16:00:50 Old people exercise more than their young counterparts. A poll has revealed that over-75s spend an average of 16 days per month exercising compared to just 13 days…
DNA stored on crystal could bring humans back to life in event of extinction
2024-09-20 15:53:38 DNA stored on a crystal could bring humanity back to life if we ever go extinct. A team from the University of Southampton have used lasers to store…
Medics fear that slap fighting will lead to brain damage
2024-09-20 15:51:54 Slap fighting can cause brain damage. The combat sport is becoming increasingly popular and sees competitors taking turns to deliver full-force strikes to their opponent’s cheek but medics…
A lack of sleep makes dogs grouchy
2024-09-20 15:49:24 Dogs will be grumpy if they don’t get enough sleep. Pooches should typically spend almost two-thirds of the day snoozing, but 5.6 million of the animals in the…
Fussy eating is down to genetics
2024-09-20 15:44:43 Parents shouldn’t be blamed if their kids are fussy eaters. New research suggests that being picky about food is a trait that stems from genetics rather than upbringing…
Secret for a long life might be found in aquatic creatures, according to scientists
2024-09-19 15:01:39 The secret to a long life might be found in clams, mussels, and oysters. At least that’s what researchers from Italy’s University of Bologna claim in a recent…
Blood test could detect Alzheimer's disease years in advance
2024-09-19 14:11:24 A blood test could detect Alzheimer’s long before symptoms show. Scientists say that evaluating specific molecules in a person’s blood could be the key to catching early signs…
Red wine and chocolate reduces the threat of dementia
2024-09-19 13:36:47 Red wine and chocolate slashes a person’s risk of dementia. A study has found that indulging in alcohol and sweet treats is beneficial for the brain as both…
Elon Musk fears that humans will go extinct if they don't move into space
2024-09-19 13:31:18 Elon Musk fears that humans will die out if they do not make the move into space. The SpaceX tycoon has urged humanity to advance into orbit as…
Students put their hearing at risk with university parties
2024-09-18 15:05:12 Partying university students are putting their hearing at risk. A poll of 500 students currently at university found they partied twice a week during their first academic year…
