Data-driven approach improves speed and consistency of prosthetic leg fitting
Researchers have developed a new, data-driven way of fitting prosthetic legs which could lead to better fitting prosthetics, in less time and at a lower
Month: August 2025
Yogurt intake and hot spring bathing together improve gut health
Researchers at Kyushu University have demonstrated that yogurt intake increases the diversity of gut microbiota and alters its composition.
Hypothalamic neurons help maintain blood sugar during daily activities
The brain controls the release of glucose in a wide range of stressful circumstances, including fasting and low blood sugar levels.
Doctor accused of secretly recording 4,500 videos in restrooms released on bail
A trainee surgeon in Australia has been released on bail after being charged with secretly recording hundreds of medical colleagues in hospital restrooms
Fears about ‘mutant deer’ with ‘flesh bubbles’ on their skin are overblown
There are real viruses that can cause wartlike growths called fibromas in deer. But there’s no need to worry, according to experts.
Snopestionary: AI slop, explained
The rise of artificial intelligence tools has left many social media users scrambling to figure out what’s real and what isn’t.
Sri Lanka’s former president Ranil Wickremesinghe arrested
Ranil Wickremesinghe has been arrested in connection with the alleged misuse of funds, officials said.
India top court shelves plan to lock up Delhi’s one million street dogs
The Supreme Court says only dogs with rabies or aggressive behaviour should be kept in shelters.
Beijing opposes ‘bully’ US for 50% tariffs on India
China’s ambassador to India Xu Feihong says Beijing “firmly opposes” Washington’s steep tariffs on Delhi.
Erik Menendez denied parole three decades after killing his parents
The younger of the Menendez brothers, who killed their parents in their Beverly Hills mansion, can try again for parole in three years.
IBM and NASA create first-of-its-kind AI that can accurately predict violent solar flares
The new open-source AI model, Surya, is trained on nine years of satellite imagery data and can accurately predict the sun’s activity up to two
5 common mistakes beginner wildlife photographers make — and how to avoid them
Spot these early errors to improve your wildlife photography fast — no new gear required.
Hiker picks up venomous snake, dies after bite triggers rare allergic reaction, authorities say
Authorities say a man died after being bitten by a venomous snake in Tennessee. The snake is believed to be a timber rattlesnake, which can
Bereaved families feel ‘ignored’ over maternity review
It follows a meeting between the families and Baroness Amos, who will chair the review.