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Scientists have discovered why the collagen in dinosaur skeletons has remained intact for millions of years, defying the usual 500-year lifespan of its chemical bonds. By examining small-molecule mimics of collagen peptides, they revealed that interactions between the molecules’ acyl groups protect peptide bonds from hydrolysis by water, a finding that could inform the design of durable materials.

Collagen Clues: How Dinosaur Bones Defy Scientific Expectations of Decay

Scripps Research scientists have identified new proteins that may be targeted by upcoming cancer drugs, using a dual protein-mapping approach. Effectively combating cancer often entails halting the multiplication of cancer cells, which depends on understanding the proteins these cells need to survive. Protein profiling is crucial in this effort, as it enables researchers to pinpoint the proteins—and their specific components—that should be targeted by future drugs. However, previous methods, when used alone, have lacked the precision necessary to identify all possible protein targets, resulting in some being overlooked.

Scripps Scientists Discover New Way To Slow Cancer Growth

In a scientific whodunnit, researchers have discovered the first known case of a large porbeagle shark eaten by a larger predator. In a groundbreaking study, scientists have used satellite tracking to identify a large shark as the predator of a pregnant porbeagle in the open sea near Bermuda. This incident highlights not only the unexpected predatory threats these endangered sharks face but also the complex interactions within the marine predator hierarchy that are just beginning to be understood.

Who Ate the Large Shark? Satellite Data Reveals Shocking Twist

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Camilo Díaz

(MA) Get ready to meet the happiest little pup who does not let his tough past define him. Scooter, or Scoot for short, is a 4-year-old Pomeranian mix pup who was sadly run over by a car, causing permanent nerve damage to the back of his body. Because of this, he is unable to control bodily movements for his back half, forcing him to wear diapers.

Meet Ada: An Adorable Little Pomeranian Searching For Family

Astronomers have observed a rare galaxy merger from 12.8 billion years ago, using the ALMA radio telescope. This early cosmic event involves a pair of galaxies whose interaction is expected to create a monster galaxy, marked by intense quasar activity and a burst of star formation. Such discoveries are crucial for understanding the formative stages of galaxies and black holes in the Universe.

Peering Back 13 Billion Years: Dancing Galaxies Craft a Monster at the Dawn of the Universe

Hiatuses in the rock record are not a significant issue. Fossils play a crucial role in piecing together evolutionary history. However, not every animal or plant is preserved as a fossil, and many fossils are lost before discovery due to the erosion of the rocks containing them. Consequently, the fossil record is riddled with gaps and is incomplete, leaving us with insufficient data to fully reconstruct the evolutionary timeline.

Darwin’s Fear Was Unjustified: New Study Confirms Evolution Despite Fossil Gaps

A new study indicates that more people in the UK, especially those of African ancestry, may be at risk of hereditary cardiac amyloidosis than previously thought. Early detection and new treatments are key to managing this potentially fatal heart condition. According to a recent study conducted by researchers from UCL...

Startling Discovery: Deadly Heart Condition Is Much More Common Than Previously Thought

Researchers at MIT have developed a new approach for creating titanium alloys that surpass traditional trade-offs between strength and ductility. By adjusting chemical composition, lattice structure, and processing techniques, they’ve created materials with enhanced mechanical properties. This innovation could be used to produce metals with exceptional combinations of strength and ductility, for aerospace and other applications.

MIT Makes Titanium Alloys Tougher and More Flexible Than Ever

New research could improve the accuracy of forecasts for active hurricane periods. New research could enable more accurate predictions of heightened hurricane activity weeks in advance. The study, led by the U.S. National Science Foundation National Center for Atmospheric Research (NSF NCAR), shows that twice as many hurricanes form two...

Scientists Discover Potential Key to Predicting Hurricanes Weeks in Advance

A study questions the reliability of using turbidite layers to trace the Cascadia subduction zone’s seismic history, suggesting a need for refined methods in predicting future earthquakes. The Cascadia subduction zone in the Pacific Northwest has produced some of the most powerful and devastating earthquakes in history, sinking forests...

When Will the Next Big Earthquake Happen? New Study Casts Doubt on Long-Held Beliefs

Researchers at MD Anderson have identified a molecule that diminishes age-related inflammation and enhances brain and muscle function in preclinical models. Researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have shown that therapeutically restoring ‘youthful’ levels of a specific subunit of the telomerase enzyme can significantly reduce the signs and symptoms of aging in preclinical models. If these findings are validated in clinical trials, they could have important therapeutic implications for age-related diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, heart disease, and cancer.

Longevity Breakthrough: New Treatment Reverses Multiple Hallmarks of Aging

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Herbie J Pilato

It's been eight years since beloved former child star and Oscar-winning actress Patty Duke died from sepsis (a ruptured intestine) at only 69 in 2016. She was also the recipient of two Golden Globes, three Emmys, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In the 1960s, she was the star of her own TV sitcom. In the mid-1980s, she served as President of the Screen Actors Guild. Through it all, she was married four times (including once to actor John Austin), had three sons, and never stopped acting. This is her tragic yet triumphant story.

In Memory of Former Child Star and Oscar-winning Actress Patty Duke: 8 Years After Her Tragic Death

Researchers at Yale have identified a protein that triggers loss of immune regulation associated with multiple sclerosis and other diseases. This discovery, which highlights the role of environmental factors like high salt intake, offers a new target for developing universal autoimmune treatments. Groundbreaking Discoveries in Autoimmune Research. More than two...

How Salt Triggers Multiple Sclerosis and Other Autoimmune Diseases: Yale’s Groundbreaking Discovery

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A Denver City Council committee will consider Tuesday changing the term “feminine hygiene products” to the more inclusive “menstrual hygiene products” in city sales tax documents.

Denver considers name change for feminine hygiene products

Researchers at MIT have identified a human “fingerprint” in the increasing levels of ozone in the upper troposphere. This discovery, pinpointing the impact of human activity on this potent greenhouse gas, allows scientists to better understand where and how these emissions originate. Ozone’s Dual Role: Protector and Pollutant...

MIT Scientists Detect Human “Fingerprint” in Rising Upper Tropospheric Ozone

It's been over twenty-five years since actor/photographer Roddy McDowall died of lung cancer in 1998. McDowall, despite some career challenges, was one of that breed of rare former child actors who successfully transitioned into Hollywood adulthood. He was also, however, one of the industry's "openly closeted" actors, which came with its own sense of issues. This is his story.

The Not-So-Secret Gay Life of Actor Roddy McDowell: 25 Years After His Tragic Death From Lung Cancer

Salem, OH

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Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Two new species of hillstream suck-loach, Beaufortia granulopinna and Beaufortia viridis, discovered in China, exhibit specialized adaptations and face significant threats from environmental changes. Researchers from Shanghai Ocean University and Yunnan Agricultural University have discovered two new species of hillstream suck-loach, Beaufortia granulopinna and Beaufortia viridis, in southwest China’s upper...

Scientists Discover Two Stunning New Fish Species in Pearl River

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A man has sparked heated debate online after deciding to take a solo trip for his 40th birthday, despite his girlfriend's financial struggles. The man, who has been dating his girlfriend for three months, shared his dilemma on a popular Reddit forum.

Boyfriend Taking Vacation Alone Since Girlfriend Can't Afford It Asks if He's in the Wrong

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Scientists Discover Surprising New Role of Tau Protein: Promoting Healthy Aging in the Brain

A study reveals that Tau protein, typically linked to neurodegenerative diseases, also protects the brain by helping manage toxic lipids in glial cells, suggesting potential new...

Scientists Discover Surprising New Role of Tau Protein: Promoting Healthy Aging in the Brain

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