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The study highlights that maintaining a balanced and stable weight through healthy nutrition and regular activity is far more important than striving for thinness or following extreme diet trends.

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Fact Point @factpoint.bsky.social · 3h

Researchers found that underweight individuals are more prone to infections, organ failure, and weakened immunity, while those slightly overweight often show better survival rates, an effect known as the “obesity paradox.”

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A large scale global study analyzing more than 3.5 million health records revealed that being underweight poses a greater risk of early death than being moderately overweight.

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Fact Point @factpoint.bsky.social · 5h

This innovation marks a major leap in safety technology, paving the way for next-generation protective gear that could save countless lives in extreme conditions.

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Designed for firefighters, aerospace engineers, and industrial workers, it proved effective in real-world tests against molten metal and open flames.

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Chinese scientists have created a groundbreaking fireproof fabric that can endure direct flames up to 1,200°C without melting or losing its strength. Made from silica-based and ceramic fibers, the material is both flexible and lightweight, offering protection without sacrificing comfort.

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Fact Point @factpoint.bsky.social · 14h

Though simple and largely symbolic, the act drew worldwide attention, reminding people that empathy can transcend borders and politics. It became a quiet but powerful statement of humanity in the face of suffering, proving that even the smallest gestures can create waves of hope.

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Fact Point @factpoint.bsky.social · 14h

In a heartfelt display of solidarity, a group of Egyptian youth filled bottles with baby formula, rice, and flour, sending them across the sea toward Gaza as a symbol of compassion. Each bottle carried not just aid, but handwritten messages of love and hope for families trapped in hardship.

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Fact Point @factpoint.bsky.social · 17h

For over twenty years, she has challenged Venezuela’s authoritarian rule through civic movements and public advocacy, calling for free elections and human rights. The Nobel Committee praised her unwavering courage and dedication to achieving a democratic and peaceful transition in Venezuela.

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Fact Point @factpoint.bsky.social · 17h

María Corina Machado, a Venezuelan opposition leader and founder of Vente Venezuela, has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her fearless and peaceful fight to restore democracy in her country.

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Fact Point @factpoint.bsky.social · 18h

In a heartbreaking act of loyalty, the duck tried to save its friend and also died from the same wire. Their friendship, filled with love and innocence, remained unbroken even in death, leaving everyone who knew them deeply moved.

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Fact Point @factpoint.bsky.social · 18h

A man was devastated after losing his two closest animal companions, a monkey and a duck who had been together since birth. The monkey was tragically killed when it touched a live wire while playing.

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Fact Point @factpoint.bsky.social · 20h

By studying these ultrasonic sounds, researchers hope to better understand animal behavior and improve how animals are treated in research and natural environments.

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Fact Point @factpoint.bsky.social · 20h

The discovery gives valuable insight into animal emotions and communication, revealing that even small creatures like rats experience and express joy.

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Fact Point @factpoint.bsky.social · 20h

Scientists have found that rats make high-pitched ultrasonic sounds when they are tickled, similar to human laughter. These chirps, though too high for humans to hear, show that rats feel happiness and playfulness during such interactions.

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Fact Point @factpoint.bsky.social · 22h

The findings emphasize the importance of emotional care and positive interactions, reminding us that a calm and loving environment helps dogs sleep better and feel safer.

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Fact Point @factpoint.bsky.social · 22h

Using non-invasive EEG monitoring, scientists observed that these dogs spent less time in deep, restorative sleep after stressful interactions.

This behavior shows that dogs can experience emotions like anxiety and sadness, which can disrupt their rest just as stress does in humans.

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Fact Point @factpoint.bsky.social · 22h

Dogs share more similarities with humans than we realize, especially in how emotions affect their sleep. A study by researchers in Hungary found that dogs who experience negative emotions before bedtime, such as being scolded or ignored, tend to have lighter and more restless sleep.