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A novel blood test can detect the presence of cancer, and whether it's metastasized

Although it can't tell us what type of cancer a patient is suffering from, it can tell us that it's there.

White-tailed deer in Northwestern Ohio test positive for coronavirus infections

There is some concern that deer could become a 'reservoir species' for the coronavirus.

Discovery of a new target promises a long-lasting, universal flu vaccine

The annual flu shot might become a thing of the past.

New metal organic framework can produce valuable chemicals out of factory smoke

Protecting the environment is easiest when it makes economic sense.

Extinct species of fish reintroduced into its native habitat in Mexico

Locals and international organizations worked together to make it happen.

Danish Prime Minister says country aims to remove fossil fuels from domestic flights by 2030

A good place to start.

Some fish start Mexican waves to keep themselves safe from predators

It pays to work together!

Mountain streams aren't pristine any longer -- not when humans move in

Human development has an immense effect on sediment and pollution levels in mountain streams.

Cases of eating disorders have doubled in the US during the pandemic

Being stuck inside, stressed, did not help us develop healthy eating habits.

Wild microorganisms are evolving to eat plastic pollution

We've put so much plastic pollution out there that bacteria are trying to eat it.

The difference between cardiac arrest and heart attack

Although often used as synonyms, these are different conditions.

What's the difference between a raven and a crow, according to experts

Although very similar, there are subtle differences that we can use to tell them apart.

Solar parks could act as life rafts for bumblebees and other pollinators

Maintaining these sites as meadows instead of grassy areas can work wonders for pollinators.

Seasonal temperatures influence the results of blood work

The changes are small, but they're there.

Fossil Friday: footprints point to surprisingly-agile meat-eating dinosaurs

It's not the fastest dino we've found so far, but it's close!

How AI is impacting the video game industry

AI promises to bring more interactivity and more enjoyable experiences to video games.

Over half of the U.S.'s psychiatrists no longer perform talk therapy

The shift is especially worrying against the backdrop of the pandemic.

Lipids and triglycerides in human skin act as natural bedbug repellants

They could form the basis for new and more effective control options against these pests.

Novel 'megastudy' approach finds the best incentive to keep people in the gym

Unsurprisingly, it was money; surprisingly, however, only small sums were needed.

Political polarization is on the rise around the globe, fueled by inequality

Unless political leaders call on their followers to cooperate with others, polarization is here to stay.

Each one of us falls into one of three information-seeking 'personalities'

Our motivation for seeking out new information is consistent over time, the paper explains.

Fossil Friday: Italy's largest discovery of dinosaurs is a herd of 11 specimens

A truly spectacular find!

Stem-cell implant prototypes pave the way towards life-long treatment for type 1 diabetes

We're not there yet, but there seems to be a lot of promise in this idea.

Coastal species are setting up shop in the open ocean on the back of islands of plastic waste

Our junk is creating new, potentially dangerous ecosystems in the ocean.

New statistical approach aims to predict when low-probability, high-impact events happen

It's the closest thing we have to an equation that can predict pandemics.

We could blast microplastics out of water using loudspeakers, although the tech is still young

There are some concerns regarding the use of this tech near marine life, but the concept works.

Turning leaked methane into fishmeal would turn a profit while helping the environment

Why not turn a problem into an asset?

Fossil Friday: Early-sprouting pine cone preserved in amber

Early birds get fossilized!

New 'super jelly' is soft, but strong enough to withstand the weight of a few cars

This is the first time such a material has been developed.

Aspirin use may increase the risk of heart failure among at-risk individuals

The findings cast doubt on the use of aspirin in treating at-risk individuals.

Green walls can reduce heat lost by buildings by over 30% in temperate climates

They look great and can help keep heating bills low.

We're getting a better idea of how moles turn into melanoma, and environment is key

The genetic changes that drive the emergence of skin cancer seem to be caused by environmental factors.

Healthier, more nutritious diets have a lower environmental impact -- at least in the UK

Eating better would benefit you and the planet, too.

Housework can help keep our minds and bodies limber into old age

Chores may not be pleasant, but they're good for you.

The European Space Agency aims to launch its own astronauts into space in a new proposal

It comes amid a series of proposals that the ESA will pursue in the future.

One of Einstein's manuscripts is going to auction and is expected to fetch millions of euros

It is undoubtedly the most valuable Einstein manuscript to ever come to auction, according to the auction house.

Our daily commute has a direct impact on our productivity and job satisfaction

Few people actually enjoy their commutes. But the ones who do have a better experience at work.

What is the Oort cloud: the very edge of the solar system

At the edge of the Sun's gravitational influence, there's a cloud of ice and rock. Probably.

What are 'iron lungs', and could this old tech still be useful today?

Although the technology is old, it can learn new tricks and still serve us well.

Fossil Friday: giant ammonites were involved in a size battle with their predators

"If it doesn't work, build bigger" is a tried and true maxim.

People underestimate how much anxiety household sounds can produce for dogs

We are very bad at understanding when our dogs are scared, the findings suggest.

Faced with a resurgence of coronavirus cases, Berlin institutes new, tough restrictions

Unvaccinated individuals will be barred from a wide range of indoor facilities.

Wide-scale use of solar technology in cities would almost cover their full energy needs

Most of the technologies needed are already available, and the ones still in development would only bring about small improvements.

Asia's languages developed and spread alongside rice, millet agriculture

This would make them much older than previously assumed.

Physical exercise is a reliable and accessible way to manage anxiety disorders

Moderate to intense exercise can help even in the case of chronic anxiety disorders.

People who sat down more during the pandemic were more likely to become depressed

If you're happy and you know it, don't sit down?

'Penis worms' invented the hermit lifestyle some 500 million years ago by moving into discarded shells

It's free real-estate!

China issues new law aiming to ease homework pressures on schoolchildren

Another law that's bound to stir some waves in China.

Obscuring the bottom half of our faces makes it harder for our brains to notice and mirror certain emotions

While not dramatic, it still pays to know that this effect is happening.

Fish like to rub on sharks, strangely enough, and use them as exfoliating soaps

Is this the ultimate thrill-seeking, or just a very dangerous spa treatment?

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