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The new ‘Bone Collector’ caterpillar wears the remains of its prey – and we have the footage to prove it

A newly discovered caterpillar species has a macabre fashion sense, to say the least
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Deadly peanut allergies could be prevented with simple new method

Adults with severe peanut allergies were trained to tolerate handfuls of peanuts in a new study
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This (creepy) Roman skeleton offers first proof of a gladiator fighting a lion – and losing

Bite marks from a Roman skeleton found in England have revealed the first physical evidence that gladiators fought with big cats. The results were not pretty
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Scientists analysed 8 million US speeches – and uncovered a surprising trend

Machine learning has revealed how US political rhetoric shifted from evidence to emotion over the past 140 years
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Long-lost land bridge may finally explain how – and where – humans migrated out of Africa

The ancestors of humans, elephants and giraffes were shaped by hot rocks bubbling up from the Earth's mantle
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Lyrids meteor shower tonight: How and when to see the ancient fireball display

Prepare to be dazzled as the Lyrids light up the sky for the next few days
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14 quick and simple ways to improve your teeth, according to dentists

The latest research shows our mouths are strongly tied to our overall health. Here are the top science-backed tips to help you brush up on your oral hygiene.
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Something strange is happening to Earth’s rotation. Now we know why

Earth is wobbling more than it should. Scientists say massive water losses are to blame
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Narcissism shows differently in men and women. Here’s how to spot it

Not every narcissist is a Patrick Bateman waiting in the wings
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Why it’s time to rethink what happiness really means

Explaining exactly what's going on in our brains when we experience joy or pleasure remains frustratingly out of reach
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Here’s the truth about your ‘digital dementia’ risk

New analysis shows that technology might provide cognitive benefits, despite bad press
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Sunscreen might have helped early humans outlive Neanderthals

In a time when auroras danced over most of the Earth and the sun’s rays were more powerful than today, sunscreen may have been Homo sapiens’ secret weapon
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Even protein-rich vegan diets may fall short on key nutrients, study suggests

A bold new study has found that you could be getting enough protein – but not enough amino acids
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Simple walking hack could boost your heart health, study claims

Walking in this way could protect you from heart rhythm abnormalities, heart attacks and strokes
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Scientists trigger Yellowstone ‘earthquakes’ to probe volcano’s depths

They created vibrations deep in the ground at 110 different locations to uncover the secrets of the supervolcano
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Is it good for my brain to avoid the news from time to time?

It's easy to get sick of a 24-hour news cycle of war, climate crises and economic turmoil. Here's how a break will help your mental health – and gut
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This underrated nutrient could be key for healthy brain ageing

Many adults don’t get enough of a nutrient that could be crucial for preventing cognitive decline
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Scientists may have just solved one of space’s biggest mysteries

Why carbon-rich asteroids rarely reach the ground may hold the key to our cosmic origin story.
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The end of food allergies is tantalisingly close. Here are the frontrunners for a cure

The number of severe immune reactions to food is reaching epidemic proportions, but a one-size-fits-all cure could be on the horizon.
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When does a runner's high kick in?

Running feels like a drug – here’s the molecule that explains why
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Why do I find it so difficult to switch between tasks?

Why are we so bad at multitasking? A neuroscientist explains.
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Here's the only science-backed lesson on exercise you need to lose fat

Think the gym is your only bet for burning belly fat? Emerging research suggests otherwise. So what actually works best... and can you just skip exercise entirely?
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The 13 fastest supercars in the world 2025

If you had an awful lot of money and a fondness for speed, what are the fastest cars you can buy for the road?
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One of Earth's oldest mysteries keeps getting weirder

Despite centuries of research, one of Earth’s most awe-inspiring phenomena is still not fully understood.
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