Category: Science

German Archeologists Find Bronze Age Sword so Well-Preserved It ‘Almost Shines’

BERLIN—A bronze sword made more than 3,000 years ago that is so well-preserved it “almost still shines” has been unearthed in Germany, officials say. Bavaria’s state office for the preservation of historical monuments says the sword, which is believed to date back to the end of the 14th century B.C.—the middle of the Bronze Age—was…


Study Reveals Remarkable Reversal of Previously Incurable Heart Failure Condition

In a groundbreaking development, a recent study revealed that three men have successfully reversed their previously incurable heart failure condition. The condition, transthyretin cardiac amyloidosis, is characterized by the accumulation of sticky and toxic proteins in and around the heart. Typically, patients diagnosed with this condition face a grim prognosis, with approximately half succumbing to…


Acupuncture Improves Outcomes for Dialysis Patients: Study

A recent study out of Portugal found that incorporating acupuncture into dialysis treatments had noteworthy benefits for patients—and was quite comfortable despite the needles. Acupuncture treatments were administered simultaneously alongside dialysis treatments. In the study, “Integrating Acupuncture Into a Dialysis Center,” published in Healthcare in May, the authors note that there’s a growing interest in creating…


Federal Watchdogs to Investigate Offshore Wind Turbines Amid Surge in Marine Wildlife Deaths

An independent congressional watchdog organization has agreed to a congressman’s request for an investigation into the impact of offshore wind development in New Jersey amid a surge in marine wildlife deaths. Rep. Chris Smith issued statement on June 15 that the Government Accountability Office (GAO)—a nonpartisan agency that conducts investigations for Congress—will be examining how…


Patients to Get Jabbed Again After Storage Uncertainty Compromises Vaccines

An Australian medical clinic’s error in documenting whether their vaccines were stored at the right temperature has led to the health department declaring 20 years’ worth of vaccinations may be ineffective. The vaccines were likely exposed to temperatures that reduce their efficacy, the department said in their probe into Dodges Ferry Medical Clinic in Tasmania….


Asteroid the Size of Brooklyn Bridge Labeled ‘Potentially Hazardous’ Passes by Earth

NASA has said that a “potentially hazardous” asteroid measuring the size of the iconic Brooklyn Bridge is projected to make a close approach to Earth on June 15. The asteroid is hurtling through space at an astonishing speed of over 48,000 mph. Its projected close approach marks the nearest encounter with an asteroid in recent…


Researchers Create Synthetic Human Embryos Without Sperm or Eggs

Scientists have created synthetic human embryos from stem cells without using eggs or sperm in a development that raises challenging moral and legal questions. Synthetic embryos, also known as embryo models, are not equal to actual human embryos. Instead, they look similar to the early stages of human development and show no signs of the…


Top Tips for Reducing Anxiety, Plus Herbal Tea Recipes

Tips for Reducing Anxiety Exercise regularly. Quit or reduce smoking, alcohol consumption, and caffeine consumption. Practice deep breathing. Try eating foods that have been shown to help reduce anxiety, including Brazil nuts, almonds, salmon, eggs (including yolks), dark chocolate, turmeric, asparagus, blueberries, and yogurt. DIY Chamomile Flower Tea for Anxiety and Stress (Courtesy of Skyhorse…


Saturn’s Icy Moon Enceladus Harbors Essential Elements for Life

High concentrations of phosphorus, an essential element for all biological processes on Earth, have been detected in ice crystals spewed from the interior ocean of Saturn’s moon Enceladus, adding to its potential to harbor life, researchers reported on Wednesday. The discovery was based on data collected by NASA’s Cassini spacecraft, the first to orbit Saturn,…


Herbal First Aid Kit: Treat Acute Injuries With Natural Medicine (Part 1)

Modern first aid kits usually consist of medications made from synthetic chemicals produced in a laboratory. If you are looking for a more natural solution for acute conditions, you might consider an herbal first aid kit. What Is an Herbal First Aid Kit: Instead of using man-made chemicals to address acute injuries or conditions, an…