How old is your dog in human years? New formula is far more accurate
For years, dog owners have used the rule of thumb that one dog year equals seven human years to estimate their pet's age in human years.
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JJ Shavit
- May 20
Researchers discover evidence of humanity’s earliest recorded kiss
Emerging studies have postulated that the initial traces of human lip kissing can be traced back to a precise location in South Asia.
JJ Shavit
- May 19
Scientists develop the best predictor of intelligence, study finds
New analysis offers the clearest picture yet of how various brain regions and neural networks contribute to a person’s problem-solving.
JJ Shavit
- May 19
Giant planet may be hiding at the edge of our solar system
Researchers noticed many Kuiper Belt objects had orbits that were highly elliptical and inclined relative to the plane of the solar system
JJ Shavit
- May 19
First-ever radio waves observed from a white dwarf star supernova
For the first time, astronomers peered into the depths of the universe and witnessed the spectacle of radio waves emitted by a supernova.
JJ Shavit
- May 18
Scientific marvel: Student discovers the secret of black holes
Black holes have always been fascinating to scientists and the general public alike as even light can't escape their gravitational pull.
JJ Shavit
- May 18
Coffee drinking linked to Parkinson's, cancer and heart disease
A chemical commonly used for decaffeinating coffee and dry cleaning clothes, is believed to be contributing to the rise of Parkinson's.
JJ Shavit
- May 18
Groundbreaking study finds exercise lowers Parkinson’s Disease risk
New research defines the potential preventive effects of physical activity on Parkinson's, a neurodegenerative disorder without a cure.
JJ Shavit
- May 17
The 6th Great Lake was larger in area than all the others combined
Lake Agassiz no longer exists, however at 170,000 square miles, it was one of the largest lakes in North America during the last ice age.
JJ Shavit
- May 16
Researchers finally found the cause of the Black Death
The Black Death first made its way into the Mediterranean through trade ships that carried goods from the Golden Horde in the Black Sea.
JJ Shavit
- May 16
Miracle treatment for bone disease called the 'Fountain of Youth'
As the population continues to age, the incidence of bone-related diseases such as osteoporosis is on the rise.
JJ Shavit
- May 16
Scientists discover piece of the asteroid that killed off the dinosaurs
A fateful day some 66 million years ago, a 7.5-mile-wide space rock slams into Earth, thereby ending the age of the dinosaurs.
JJ Shavit
- May 16
Groundbreaking research links steroids and heart disease
Anabolic steroids, widely known for their use in boosting muscle mass and performance, have been found to pose significant health risks.
JJ Shavit
- May 15
Game-changing discovery restores muscle strength in older adults
Dystrophin is the body’s most important protein for maintaining the membrane of muscle cells, serving as a kind of anchor in muscle cells.
JJ Shavit
- May 15
Groundbreaking study identifies how humans lost their body hair
Why humans have significantly less body hair than most other mammals has long remained a mystery. New genetic study identifies why.
JJ Shavit
- May 15
Breakthrough new theories on the origins of life in the universe discovered
The precise mechanisms and processes that led to the emergence of life on Earth and elsewhere in the universe remain largely unknown.
JJ Shavit
- May 15
Sleep habits can substantially increase dementia risk
According to a new international study, how long people sleep and when they go to bed could influence their risk of dementia.
JJ Shavit
- May 15
Groundbreaking study puts a definitive age on Saturn’s rings
University of Colorado researchers set out to put a date on Saturn’s rings by studying how rapidly this layer of dust builds up.
JJ Shavit
- May 14
New research reveals shocking link between dishwashers and chronic illnesses
Commercial dishwashers are widely used in various settings, from restaurants to barracks, to wash plates, glasses, and cutlery.
JJ Shavit
- May 14
Scientists identify a brain marker indicating future suicide risk
This is a significant breakthrough, as it could help identify those at risk for suicide and pave the way for new treatments.
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