Ancient hunter-gatherer DNA may explain why some people live to 100 years or more
https://phys.org/news/2025-12-ancient-hunter-dna-people-years.html
https://phys.org/news/2025-12-ancient-hunter-dna-people-years.html
phys.org
Ancient hunter-gatherer DNA may explain why some people live to 100 years or more
Our hunter-gatherer ancestors have given us many things. They passed down mastery of fire for cooking and early survival technologies, such as stone tools. They may also have given us the secret to a ...
Creativity doesn’t come from ideas alone; it emerges from looking and doing.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/creativity-the-art-and-science/202512/once-you-learn-to-see-creativity-follows
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/creativity-the-art-and-science/202512/once-you-learn-to-see-creativity-follows
Psychology Today
Once You Learn to See, Creativity Follows
Key creativity lesson: Instead of thinking harder, see the problem in a new way.
Scientists identify first non-coding gene that controls cell size
https://phys.org/news/2025-12-scientists-coding-gene-cell-size.html
https://phys.org/news/2025-12-scientists-coding-gene-cell-size.html
phys.org
Scientists identify first non-coding gene that controls cell size
What keeps our cells the right size? Scientists have long puzzled over this fundamental question, since cells that are too large or too small are linked to many diseases. Until now, the genetic basis ...
Five Medical Breakthroughs Of 2025: Cancer, Heart, And Genetic Diseases
https://www.forbes.com/sites/juergeneckhardt/2025/12/18/five-medical-breakthroughs-of-2025-cancer-heart-and-genetic-diseases/
https://www.forbes.com/sites/juergeneckhardt/2025/12/18/five-medical-breakthroughs-of-2025-cancer-heart-and-genetic-diseases/
Forbes
Five Medical Breakthroughs Of 2025: Cancer, Heart, And Genetic Diseases
This year saw notable progress in head and neck cancers, Huntington's disease, personalized genetic therapy, and heart disease due to high cholesterol.
Scientists chart over 140,000 DNA loops to map human chromosomes in the nucleus
https://phys.org/news/2025-12-scientists-dna-loops-human-chromosomes.html
https://phys.org/news/2025-12-scientists-dna-loops-human-chromosomes.html
phys.org
Scientists chart over 140,000 DNA loops to map human chromosomes in the nucleus
One of the most detailed 3D maps of how the human chromosomes are organized and folded within a cell's nucleus is published in Nature.
Quote of the day by Charles Darwin: 'A man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered the value of life'
https://m.economictimes.com/magazines/panache/quote-of-the-day-by-charles-darwin-a-man-who-dares-to-waste-one-hour-of-time-has-not-discovered-the-value-of-life/articleshow/126120414.cms
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The Economic Times
Quote of the day by Charles Darwin: 'A man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered the value of life'
Time has long been a concern for great thinkers, and Charles Darwins widely shared reflection highlights its deep connection to how we understand life itself. His message suggests that casually wasting time reflects a failure to recognise lifes limited and…
Snowy Peaks and Silk Road Secrets: A Winter Journey Through Uzbekistan
https://www.thestar.com.my/starpicks/2025/12/24/snowy-peaks-and-silk-road-secrets-a-winter-journey-through-uzbekistan
https://www.thestar.com.my/starpicks/2025/12/24/snowy-peaks-and-silk-road-secrets-a-winter-journey-through-uzbekistan
The Star
Snowy Peaks and Silk Road Secrets: A Winter Journey Through Uzbekistan
While the usual East Asian spots remain popular, Uzbekistan has emerged as a compelling alternative for those wanting a mix of alpine adventure and deep Islamic history.
After a month with the Oppo Find X9 Pro, I’m convinced that we’re approaching peak smartphone
https://www.techradar.com/phones/oppo-phones/oppo-find-x9-pro-review
https://www.techradar.com/phones/oppo-phones/oppo-find-x9-pro-review
TechRadar
I reviewed the Oppo Find X9 Pro, and it’s the maximized flagship for Android lovers
Oppo floors it with a new pro flagship phone that boasts some truly ludicrous specs
DNA Analysis Reveals Minoan and Mycenaean Genetic Origins
https://greekreporter.com/2025/12/24/minoan-mycenaean-dna/
https://greekreporter.com/2025/12/24/minoan-mycenaean-dna/
GreekReporter.com
DNA Analysis Reveals Minoan and Mycenaean Genetic Origins
Scientists have obtained genetic material from the ancient Minoans and Mycenaeans, who lived three to five thousand years ago.
Your Brain on Perpetual Beta
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-adaptive-mind/202512/your-brain-on-perpetual-beta
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-adaptive-mind/202512/your-brain-on-perpetual-beta
Psychology Today
Your Brain on Perpetual Beta
Unfinished tasks occupy your brain differently than completed ones. Discover why "done" matters more than "perfect"—and how to engineer closure.
Nerve Damage Can Disrupt Immunity Across the Entire Body
https://scitechdaily.com/nerve-damage-can-disrupt-immunity-across-the-entire-body/
https://scitechdaily.com/nerve-damage-can-disrupt-immunity-across-the-entire-body/
SciTechDaily
Nerve Damage Can Disrupt Immunity Across the Entire Body
A single nerve injury can quietly reshape the immune system across the entire body. Preclinical research from McGill University suggests that nerve injuries may lead to long-lasting changes in the immune system, and these effects appear to differ between…
Brain's 'pulse generators' grow and shrink as memories are formed, study finds
https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-12-brain-pulse-generators-memories.html
https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-12-brain-pulse-generators-memories.html
Medicalxpress
Brain's 'pulse generators' grow and shrink as memories are formed, study finds
Memories and learning processes are based on changes in the brain's neuronal connections, and as a result, in signal transmission between neurons.
Regular Exercise Doesn’t Just Strengthen the Heart, It Reprograms Its Nerves
https://scitechdaily.com/regular-exercise-doesnt-just-strengthen-the-heart-it-reprograms-its-nerves/
https://scitechdaily.com/regular-exercise-doesnt-just-strengthen-the-heart-it-reprograms-its-nerves/
SciTechDaily
Regular Exercise Doesn’t Just Strengthen the Heart, It Reprograms Its Nerves
New research suggests that regular aerobic exercise doesn’t just benefit the heart muscle, but subtly rewires the nerves that control how the heart works. Regular physical activity does more than improve heart strength. New research shows that it also alters…
Why so many young people in China are hugging trees
https://theconversation.com/why-so-many-young-people-in-china-are-hugging-trees-269832
https://theconversation.com/why-so-many-young-people-in-china-are-hugging-trees-269832
The Conversation
Why so many young people in China are hugging trees
In Beijing, while many of the ancient trees are fenced in by the local government to protect them from damage, the newer ones are still available for people to touch and gather around.
Which Plant Is Good for Home Entrance
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Plant Orbit
Which Plant Is Good for Home Entrance | Best Choices
Learn which plant is good for home entrance, how to place it, direction tips, and real benefits for air, comfort, and daily living. Simple and practical guide.
Burst power of electromagnetic catapult on China’s aircraft carrier Fujian shown in official media program
https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202512/1351445.shtml
https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202512/1351445.shtml
www.globaltimes.cn
Burst power of electromagnetic catapult on China’s aircraft carrier Fujian shown in official media program
A recent official Chinese media program provided a detailed up-close look at the electromagnetic aircraft launch system on the newly commissioned aircraft carrier Fujian, showing its high burst power.
High-throughput triazole-based combinatorial click chemistry for the synthesis and identification of functional metal complexes
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-025-67341-z
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-025-67341-z
Nature
High-throughput triazole-based combinatorial click chemistry for the synthesis and identification of functional metal complexes
Nature Communications - Methods for the systematic synthesis and evaluation of large numbers of transition metal complexes at a time are still limited. Here, the authors report a high-throughput...
Scientists discover that gold is a 'reactive metal' by accidentally creating a new material in the lab
https://www.earth.com/news/discovery-that-gold-is-reactive-metal-by-creating-gold-hydride-in-lab-experiment/
https://www.earth.com/news/discovery-that-gold-is-reactive-metal-by-creating-gold-hydride-in-lab-experiment/
Earth.com
Scientists discover that gold is a 'reactive metal' by accidentally creating a new material in the lab
Scientists accidentally create gold hydride under extreme pressure, revealing unexpected chemistry and insights into planetary hydrogen.
Everything You Need To Know About Applying Eyeliner To Older Eyes
https://www.women.com/2054245/everything-know-applying-eyeliner-older-eyes/
https://www.women.com/2054245/everything-know-applying-eyeliner-older-eyes/
Women
Everything You Need To Know About Applying Eyeliner To Older Eyes
Applying eyeliner to aging eyes can be a challenge, but with these expert-backed tips, your lids will look more youthful than ever.
China To Give 8 Submarines To Pakistan: India Fortifies Power With Unstoppable Nuclear Capable K-4 SLBM Having 3,500 Kms Strike Range
https://zeenews.india.com/india/china-to-give-8-submarines-to-pakistan-india-fortifies-power-with-unstoppable-nuclear-capable-k-4-slbm-having-3500-kms-strike-range-3000040.html
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Zee News
China To Give 8 Submarines To Pakistan: India Fortifies Power With Unstoppable Nuclear Capable K-4 SLBM Having 3,500 Kms Strike…
Indian Navys Deterrance Masterstroke: Indian Navy tested a major indigenous weapon K-4 —the submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) from its nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine INS Arihant.