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Drones, physics and rats: Studies show how the people of Rapa Nui made and moved the giant statues – and what caused the island’s deforestation

Rapa Nui, also known as Easter Island, is often portrayed in popular culture as an enigma. The rationale is clear: The tiny, remote island in the Pacific features nearly 1,000 enormous statues – the moai. The magnitude and number of these monuments defy easy explanation.

The Conversation

Shiitake-powered computer demonstrated by researchers — mushroom-infused chips a surprising alternative to using rare earths in memristors

Ohio researchers successfully demonstrate 'fungal computing via mycelial networks.'

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Scientists discover mystery genes behind a cat’s purr and behaviour

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Poor sleep and drinking too much could drive depression in night owls – study

A new study published in the journal PLOS One suggests some reasons and expands on what is already known.

Evening Standard

A surprising brain swelling seen in Long Covid patients: What it means for their cognitive health

Memory issues, brain fog and problems in concentration after recovering from Covid-19 infection could be linked to issues in a part of the brain, a new study published in the scientific journal PLOS ONE has found.

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Commuting may be harming your mental health, study says

The sound of traffic is not only linked to increased stress and anxiety, researchers found, it also muddies the mental health benefits of nature noise.

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Microplastic pollution is everywhere, even in the exhaled breath of dolphins – new research

Bottlenose dolphins in Sarasota Bay in Florida and Barataria Bay in Louisiana are exhaling microplastic fibers, according to our new research published in the journal PLOS One.

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Can My Cat Eat A Plant-Based, Vegan Diet? The Answer Will Surprise You

A plant-based diet might not be the best option for your kitty, and we still need more research to see if it's healthy.

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Over 40% of pet cats play fetch — but scientists aren't quite sure why

About 40% of cats play fetch with their owners, but it's not clear why.

LiveScience

Scientists discover smallest ever great ape that only grew to size of human toddler

Findings represent first case of a European fossil site from this period with multiple ancient ape species

The Independent UK

Factors linked with age-related hearing loss differ between males, females: Study

Certain factors associated with developing age-related hearing loss differ by gender, including weight, and hormone exposure, according to a study published in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Dong Woo Nam of Chungbuk National University Hospital in South Korea and colleagues. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Chloe is happy living with her parents – but staying at home longer hurts some Australians’ mental health

Study says young people can be happy to stay at home – but being driven there by a lack of affordable rental options is ‘problematic’

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8 times fossilized human poop dropped big knowledge on us. (Number 2 will surprise you).

Here's the scoop on ancient human poop.

LiveScience

Research reveals using app to practise mindfulness may benefit children's mental health

Several studies have shown that practising mindfulness, which is defined as cultivating open-minded attention to the present moment, benefits children. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Practicing mindfulness with app might improve children's mental health: Research

Many studies have revealed that children benefit from practising mindfulness, which is defined as cultivating an open-minded attention to the present moment. Read further on Dynamite News:

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This 1500-Year-Old Human Poop Sample Reveals Something Strange About Ancient Diets

Mummified poop from pre-Columbian humans Huecoid and Saladoid shows a diet of maize, sweet potato, peanuts, and traces of tobacco and cotton.

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New Research Suggests Vegetarianism May Be Determined By Genetic Makeup

Genetic Link Found to Vegetarianism in Groundbreaking Study

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Neolithic Cave Reveals Grisly Use Of Human Skull As Cup

Archaeologists discover bone modifications indicating tool use in ancient Spanish cave

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The world's oldest Neanderthal art?

Researchers analyzed a cave painting in France believed to have been made by Neanderthals 57,000 years ago

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Violence against doctors is a symptom. What is the disease?

On May 10, 2023, Dr. Vandana Das was stabbed to death in the line of duty in Kollam district. Amid searing outrage from the medical fraternity, the tragedy brought to the forefront the increase in workplace violence faced by doctors all over India.

Inverse

Pregnant Dogs and Women Have One Surprising Thing in Common

New research identifies similarities in key metabolites — like glucose and fatty acids — among pregnant women and dogs.

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Burnet Institute defends COVID mask mandate study after scientific journal's Expression of Concern

Scientific journal PLOS ONE has raised concerns about "weaknesses" in a Burnet Institute study that examined the effect of mask mandates on Victoria's second COVID-19 wave in mid-2020.

Inverse

Does My Dog Have Anxiety? Expert-Backed Tips to Help Your Anxious Pup

New research sheds light on the neuroscience of anxious dogs, and pet experts explain what to do if you think your dog has chronic anxiety.

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Social isolation enhances dementia risk factors: Study

Social lifestyle determinants, including social isolation, are associated with neurodegeneration risk factors, according to a new study published in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Kimia Shafighi of McGill University, Canada, and colleagues. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Evidence of Bronze Age neurosurgery found in remains of wealthy brothers buried in Israel

Archaeologists discover a pair of brothers who lived around 3,500 years ago had access to "brain surgery" after finding a square piece of bone missing from a skull.

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