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Today's Science Highlights
From health innovations to planetary phenomena, here's what's making waves in the scientific community today.
How house design can curb childhood illnesses in Africa
Simple housing modifications—including window screens, rainwater collection systems, and improved ventilation—significantly reduced cases of malaria, diarrhea, and other infections among children in Tanzania, according to a new study.
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Australia is battling its largest diphtheria outbreak in living memory
Australia is experiencing its largest diphtheria outbreak in living memory, with cases rising sharply particularly in remote Indigenous communities where healthcare worker shortages, crowded housing, and vaccine hesitancy have converged.
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Scientists warn that current vitamin B12 guidelines may be putting your brain at risk
Research from UC San Francisco suggests that older adults with "normal" but lower levels of active vitamin B12 may still face cognitive risks, including slower thinking and white matter damage in the brain.
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One mystery of the Great Pyramid's longevity has finally been solved
Scientists have discovered that the Great Pyramid of Giza's remarkable longevity is partly due to how it vibrates differently from the surrounding soil during seismic events, combined with specific design choices that help dissipate earthquake energy.
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New tools may help diagnose Parkinson's earlier than ever
Researchers are developing multiple experimental methods—including chemical analysis pens and earwax tests—to identify Parkinson's disease before symptoms become severe, potentially enabling earlier treatment interventions.
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Scientists discover towering red auroras reaching deep into space above Japan
Researchers have observed striking red auroras over Japan extending to unexpectedly high altitudes, even during mild space storms, suggesting hidden solar activity may be more powerful than current measurements indicate — with implications for satellite safety.
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