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Gut microbiome: meet Roseburia intestinalis — the energy-producing bacterium that helps us fight against disease
March 15, 2024The hundreds of species of microorganisms that comprise the microbiome all have different, unique roles.... read the full article on The Conversation
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It’s a myth that male animals are usually larger than females – new study
March 13, 2024Males are bigger than females, right? Generally, this is true of humans – imagine the... read the full article on The Conversation
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UK to sign Unesco pledge to protect ‘intangible cultural heritage’ – an expert explains its importance
March 11, 2024At the end of last year, the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) announced... read the full article on The Conversation
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From fast fashion to excessive earrings, these trends might be harmful to your health
March 7, 2024The perilous nature of some fashion items have a long history, from the potentially hazardous... read the full article on The Conversation
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Many owners allow their dogs to lick their faces, but it could be unhealthy – and even fatal
March 7, 2024Any dog owners reading this will know the joy of getting home and being greeted... read the full article on The Conversation
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A Nasa mission that collided with an asteroid didn’t just leave a dent – it reshaped the space rock
February 26, 2024A frequent idea in sci-fi and apocalyptic films is that of an asteroid striking Earth... read the full article on The Conversation
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Gut microbiome: meet Lactobacillus acidophilus – the gut health superhero
February 23, 2024Your gut is like a bustling city of trillions of microscopic inhabitants – including bacteria.... read the full article on The Conversation
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Speaker Lindsay Hoyle sparks chaos: five steps to understanding why MPs stormed out of parliament during Gaza vote
February 22, 2024Chaos engulfed the House of Commons on Wednesday, February 21 when MPs representing the Conservatives... read the full article on The Conversation
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The destruction of Gazaʼs historic buildings is an act of ‘urbicide’
February 20, 2024Buildings are often celebrated as symbols of history, political events and creative expression. However, the... read the full article on The Conversation
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Zombie deer disease is spreading and scientists are concerned that it could jump to humans
February 19, 2024In the tranquil expanses of North America’s woodlands and grasslands, a silent but concerning phenomenon... read the full article on The Conversation
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Inteligência não torna ninguém imune às teorias da conspiração, mas a forma de pensar
February 15, 2024Nas últimas duas décadas e, em especial, nos últimos cinco anos, houve um interesse científico... read the full article on The Conversation
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Five reasons to heat your home using infrared fabric
February 14, 2024Imagine heating your home from the ceiling, not from underfloor heating or radiators. Once installed... read the full article on The Conversation
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How policy in North Korea is affected by politics in South Korea – and vice versa
February 14, 2024In a speech delivered at the Supreme People’s Assembly in January, North Korea’s leader, Kim... read the full article on The Conversation
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How to navigate a parent’s cancer diagnosis – like Princes William and Harry will now have to do
February 13, 2024King Charles’ cancer diagnosis means the royal family has joined the approximately 3 million families... read the full article on The Conversation
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The New York Times’ AI copyright lawsuit shows that forgiveness might not be better than permission
February 13, 2024The New York Times’ (NYT) legal proceedings against OpenAI and Microsoft has opened a new... read the full article on The Conversation
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Origin: this outstanding portrayal of India’s caste system is hugely important to Dalit people like me
February 8, 2024Origin, the latest film from acclaimed director Ava DuVernay (Selma, When They See Us), depicts... read the full article on The Conversation
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All of Us Strangers: coming to terms with the grief and trauma of being gay in the 1980s
February 7, 2024Warning: this article contains spoilers.... read the full article on The Conversation
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Danish dog owners are medicating their pets with unlicensed cannabis products – is it safe?
February 6, 2024Medical cannabis, often in the form of cannabidiol (CBD) oil, is one of the most... read the full article on The Conversation
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Is your pet exposed to secondhand smoke? Here are the (serious) health risks
February 6, 2024Our pets share our homes, lifestyles, and sometimes even our food and beds. For many... read the full article on The Conversation
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What makes something ‘cute’? Inside the exhibition defining the phenomenon
February 5, 2024Standing at the entrance to Somerset House, I noticed girls – and irrespective of age,... read the full article on The Conversation