Bacteria from Japanese tree frogs show promise against colorectal cancer in preclinical study
JAIST researchers identify Ewingella americana as a powerful anticancer candidate in mice, but human trials are needed.
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Harvard Morgue Manager Sentenced to Eight Years in Prison for Stealing Donated Body Parts
Former Harvard Medical School morgue supervisor Cedric Lodge and his wife receive prison terms over the sale of donated cadaver parts.
Chernobyl dome damaged by drone strike, IAEA warns as repairs are urgent
IAEA finds the New Safe Confinement has lost its primary containment function after a February drone strike; temporary repairs underway and long-term restoration planned with EBRD backing.
Ancient Sun Temple Unearthed at Abu Gurab, 4,500 Years After It Was Built
Archaeologists reveal a large Fifth Dynasty temple dedicated to Ra, with a roof for astronomy and a public religious calendar.
Science behind the festive pop: physicist outlines the perfect champagne pour
Cooling, glass choice, and pouring technique influence aroma, fizz, and the cork’s exit, according to a leading champagne physics expert.
Seismic study reveals giant hidden rock raft beneath Bermuda
A 20-kilometer-thick layer beneath Bermuda lifts the island and may explain its unusual oceanic swell, researchers say.
Winter solstice marks start of astronomical winter in Northern Hemisphere
The shortest day of the year falls on Sunday as daylight begins to lengthen again.
Drones detect deadly virus in Arctic whales' breath
Researchers say drone-based sampling of whale blows offers a noninvasive way to monitor pathogens in wild populations.
UFO Sightings Surge Around Christmas, Experts Say
Festive displays and time off cited as factors behind seasonal uptick in reports, though researchers urge caution in interpreting the trend