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History & Archaeology

New insights into human ancestry

773,000 year old jawbone of an early human from Morocco. © Hamza Mehimdate/Program Préhistoire de Casablanca Who was the last common ancestor of Homo sapiens,...
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Biology

Garbage in the Rhine: around ten tons a day

Using a garbage trap, researchers have for the first time conducted a more comprehensive study of how much garbage floats in the Rhine. ©...
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Astronomy

Young chimpanzees are little daredevils

High in the canopy, a young chimpanzee hangs from a branch, its mother's hand close by, ready to intervene if something goes wrong. The...
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Earth & Climate

Winter feeding of birds and wild animals – what makes sense?

Sparrows and titmice are frequently seen guests at winter feeding sites. © Nataba/iStock When snow covers vegetation and the ground freezes in winter, foraging for...
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History & Archaeology

Hunting with poison arrows existed 60,000 years ago

60,000 year old stone arrowhead from South Africa. Remains of a potent plant poison were detected on it. © Marlize Lombard Hunting with arrows soaked...
Alan Cannon -
Health & Medicine

Black tea: effects, preparation and brewing time

Black tea has an invigorating effect and contains numerous health-promoting substances. Here you can find out how black tea works and what you need...
Willy Lewis, M.D. -
Health & Medicine

Drink 2 liters of water every day: study recommends different value

Drinking enough water is important. But how much exactly should we drink to get through the day healthily? That's what a study says and...
Willy Lewis, M.D. -
Biology

PFAS: More trifluoroacetic acid in rain and water

From the air through the rain into the water: Trifluoroacetic acid, which is part of the PFAS, is very mobile and at the same...
Elijah Burt -
Health & Medicine

Essential amino acids: why they are so important

Essential amino acids are vital for the body. Find out here why we need them and which foods they are contained in. ...
Willy Lewis, M.D. -
Health & Medicine

Shower in the evening or in the morning? That’s what matters

Does it make more sense to shower in the evening or in the morning? Both have advantages and disadvantages. We explain when it's worth...
Willy Lewis, M.D. -
Astronomy

Ice layer protected Martian lakes

Mars' Gale Crater today. There may have been a lake there in the past. © NASA/JPL-Caltech/ESA/DLR/FU Berlin/MSSS There are numerous geological traces of ancient lakes...
Ashton Edwards -
Earth & Climate

Uninvited roommates – What flies indoors mean from a biological perspective

Flies fulfill ecological functions - but in living spaces they can pose a threat to hygiene and health. © Jin Yeong Kim, Unsplash Flies are...
Ashton Edwards -
Biology

Ice dome in northern Greenland completely melted 7,000 years ago

Researchers on the ice of Prudhoe Dome in Greenland. © Jason Briner/University at Buffalo The Prudhoe Dome in northwest Greenland now consists of an ice...
Elijah Burt -
History & Archaeology

Archaeologists find oldest cremation in Africa

At the foot of this granite rock, hunters and gatherers burned the dead around 9,500 years ago. ©Jacob Davis Cremation of the dead is still...
Alan Cannon -
Health & Medicine

Why sensitive dentistry is an underestimated factor for the success of therapy

A calm atmosphere and clear communication can significantly reduce stress before and during treatment. © D Dental Office, Unsplash Dentistry is considered precise, technical and...
Willy Lewis, M.D. -
Health & Medicine

Herpes viruses have been in the human genome since 2500 years ago

Herpes viruses of the HHV6 type emerging from an infected cell. © National Cancer Institute More than 2,500 years ago, people carried herpes viruses of...
Willy Lewis, M.D. -
Health & Medicine

Sporty resolutions? Two fitness experts reveal their tricks

No space in the calendar for the sports program? We won't accept this excuse! Workout stacking, i.e. exercise in chunks, could be the solution....
Willy Lewis, M.D. -
Earth & Climate

Photo worth seeing: Mathematical genius

Ada Lovelace is probably the most famous thought leader in computer science. In her book, Vera Weidenbach explains precisely how Lovelace not only designed...
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Health & Medicine

What questions should you ask your optician before receiving a prescription?

© Liudmila Chernetska, iStock Getting a new eyeglass prescription is an important step in maintaining your vision health. The best way to get the right...
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Health & Medicine

Why you should invest in high-quality glasses

© delihayat, iStock Glasses are part of everyday life for millions of people - be it at work, reading, driving or for all-day wear. The...
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