The 2024 Paris Olympics has introduced the urban dance style of ‘breaking’ and the 2020 Tokyo Olympics saw the addition of seven new sports, such as karate and climbing. While overall injuries at the Tokyo Olympics were comparable to previous games, researchers discovered that some of the new sports contributed significantly to the total number
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The connection between tooth loss and an increased risk of dying from cardiovascular disease is a concerning finding that has been supported by a new analysis. Previous studies have also highlighted a link between poor oral health and a higher risk of heart disease and other cardiovascular diseases. This raises important questions about the impact
Repetition is a peculiar phenomenon in the realm of human cognition. One of the most well-known examples of this is déjà vu, where we experience a strange sensation of familiarity in a situation we believe to be novel. However, recent research has shed light on the underlying mechanisms of how our memory system works. Déjà
Göbekli Tepe, an ancient monument located in Türkiye, stands as a testament to the ingenuity and sophistication of our ancestors more than 10,000 years ago. This temple complex has captured the imagination of researchers and archaeologists for decades, offering a glimpse into a world long forgotten. One of the most intriguing recent discoveries at Göbekli
Recent research conducted by the American Cancer Society (ACS) has revealed a troubling trend – an increasing number of cancer cases among younger generations. The analysis, which looked at data from over 23 million US patients born between 1920 and 1990, found that Gen Xers and millennials are at a higher risk of developing certain
The discovery of Homo floresiensis, also known as ‘hobbits’, has shed light on the existence of one of the smallest human species to have ever lived on Earth. Recent findings have revealed that some of these ancient human relatives might have been even smaller than previously thought. A 700,000-year-old fragment of an adult humerus unearthed