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Scientists have taken a leap in understanding of the biomechanics of the iconic Australian marsupials.

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Kangaroos use unique posture trick to save energy when hopping
Scientists have taken a leap in understanding of the biomechanics of the iconic Australian marsupials and why they move like they do.
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January 3, 2026 at 2:29 AM
Scientists say a creative play program "significantly" improved new parents’ and carers’ mental well-being.

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Study finds playing with your baby could help your mental health
The researchers are now calling for creative play on prescription to be rolled out across the NHS to improve support for new parents.
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January 3, 2026 at 12:27 AM
The Artemis II mission will return humans to the vicinity of the Moon for the first time in more than half a century.

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This huge rocket will soon blast NASA astronauts around Moon
NASA has shown off final preparation for the Artemis II mission to return humans to the Moon for the first time in more than half a century.
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January 2, 2026 at 10:17 PM
Australian psychologists discovered why self-forgiveness can be so hard for some.

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Study reveals why it's such a struggle to forgive ourselves
Australian psychologists discovered why self-forgiveness can be so hard for some – even when we know it might benefit our mental health.
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January 2, 2026 at 6:16 PM
Bovines carry a microbe that could become an "effective weapon" against antibiotic resistant MRSA infections.

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How bacteria from cows could help fight hospital superbugs
Molecules from the bacterium can treat infections caused by multi-resistant bacteria as effectively as antibiotics, according to a new study.
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January 2, 2026 at 5:22 PM
A new study found that abstaining from alcohol for just one month could mean better sleep.

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Why participating in 'Dry January' could help you get better sleep
New scientific research shows even a short break from alcohol can boost health and help drinkers cut back for good.
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January 2, 2026 at 4:17 PM
Cosmic calendar with 12 mesmerizing wonders of the universe.

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Space scientists' cosmic calendar has 12 out-of-this-world wonders
The European Space Agency have put together highlights of exciting cosmic images and discoveries from space missions in 2025.
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December 30, 2025 at 10:17 PM
The tree's owner displays it every year after inheriting the family heirloom from his mother in 2011.

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Ancient Christmas tree on display for 115th year in a row
Iain Morrison displays the antique tree every year after inheriting the family heirloom from his mother in 2011.
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December 30, 2025 at 2:15 PM
The highly sought-after early copy of Charles Dickens’ masterpiece is going under the hammer in Bath and is expected to sell for thousands.

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Rare first edition of Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol' up for auction
The highly sought-after early copy of Charles Dickens’ masterpiece is going under the hammer in Bath and is expected to sell for thousands.
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December 24, 2025 at 4:17 PM
The findings show no evidence to suggest that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) either increases or decreases dementia risk in post-menopausal women.

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Major study finds hormone therapy doesn't increase dementia risk
The major review of prior research has been undertaken by University College London researchers and supported by the University of Exeter.
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December 24, 2025 at 3:15 PM
The lion, nicknamed Jay by staff, was spotted investigating the gifts, before smelling and pawing at them.

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Lion spotted enjoying Christmas gifts
The lion, nicknamed Jay by staff, was spotted investigating the gifts, before smelling and pawing at them.
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December 24, 2025 at 2:15 PM
NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory reveals four new space images just in time for the holidays.

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NASA's cosmic captures are the ultimate Christmas cards
NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory have chosen four new space images for a special holiday cards from the cosmos.
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December 24, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Using cannabis just once or twice a month was associated with worse school performance and emotional distress for teens.

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Study claims teens who smoke weed have worse grades
The study found that using cannabis just once or twice a month was associated with worse school performance and emotional distress for teens.
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December 24, 2025 at 12:27 AM
An Australian study suggests what really makes for the perfect travel companion.

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Research reveals how to find the perfect travel companion
People who place importance on support and companionship are generally better off sharing journeys with similar people of the same sex.
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December 23, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Researchers analyzed data from more than 10,000 people aged 50 or above across 28 European countries for the study.

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Analysis shows those raised religious healthier in old age
Scientific researchers analyzed data from more than 10,000 people aged 50 or above across 28 European countries.
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December 23, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Americans will forget what day it is nearly five times between Dec 25 and Jan 1.

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What's today? Most have no clue between Christmas and Jan. 1
New research results showed the average person regularly struggles to track time in the last week of December.
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December 23, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Analysis of centuries-old bones shows that the Jamestown colonists brought the beasts of burden to the New World.

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Study finds when donkeys first introduced to North America
Analysis of centuries-old bones shows that the Jamestown colonists brought the beasts of burden to the New World.
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December 23, 2025 at 2:15 PM
This C-130 military plane has a new very shiny nose.

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Rudolph the red-nosed military plane?
Members of the Kaiserslautern Military Community attended the annual Rudolph the Red-Nosed Herc event at Ramstein Air Base recently.
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December 23, 2025 at 2:29 AM
A new University of Washington study explored how drivers take risks by trading off between driving and using the touch screen.

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Car study warns touch screens create deadly risk for drivers
Motorists face a potentially deadly struggle to multitask when using dashboard touch screens, warns new research.
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December 23, 2025 at 12:27 AM
Scientists used state of the art AI technology to analyze the calling and singing of bowhead whales.

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AI helps discover how whales breed deep beneath arctic ice
Scientists used state of the art AI technology to analyze the calling and singing of bowhead whales.
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December 22, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Experts say visiting family over the festive season can even change the way we think about food.

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How visiting family during the holidays affects our health
Parents who model healthy eating and active lifestyles can set their children up for lifelong habits, an expert says.
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December 22, 2025 at 8:33 PM