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Number of people with autism worldwide almost double previous estimate

One in 127 people, representing 61.8 million people globally, is on the autism spectrum, according to a new study.

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Bard or bot? Study shows readers prefer AI to human poetry

A study by the University of Pittsburgh reveals that AI-generated poetry has been rated higher than poems written by humans.

Lifestyle

Meet the 'Nepo Pets' who earn more than you

Move aside Nepo Babies – here are the celebrity pets that earn more than the average Brit, according to a recent study.

Lifestyle

New study reveals what has changed in French people's sex lives

A wide-ranging French study published this week reveals ‘major changes’ in people's sexuality over the last ten years. Here are the key takeaways.

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Europe News

How has COVID-19 pandemic influenced eating habits across Europe?

A study conducted in 16 countries shows that people are now dining out earlier than in 2019, with new data indicating a growing trend in "early-bird" habits.

Culture news

Why is there suddenly such a high demand for archaeologists in Italy?

EU COVID recovery funds have poured billions into the construction sector, increasing the need for preventive archaeology to check for historical treasures.

Health news

Alzheimer's blood test 90% reliable in doctors' offices, study finds

A commercially available blood test was trialled in healthcare settings.

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Why harmful bacteria in ink might make you rethink getting a tattoo

A recent FDA study found that 35 per cent of unopened and sealed tattoo and permanent makeup PMU inks are contaminated with harmful bacteria.

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Diabetes-reversing treatment boosts insulin-producing cells by 700%

A new preclinical study found a combination treatment that significantly increases insulin-producing cells, effectively reversing diabetes.

Tech News

AI-generated exam papers go undetected in 94% of cases - study

It’s nearly impossible to detect AI-generated papers submitted for exams, a study has found.

Earth News

Russia could face €30bn climate reparations bill for Ukraine war

Carbon experts have put together the most comprehensive emissions assessment of any war to date.

wellbeing

Parasocial relationships may cheer you up more than casual ones

A favourite YouTuber or a beloved book character may be more effective at cheering you up than an acquaintance, UK researchers say

Art

New study reveals the top-selling contemporary artist of 2023

In 2023, Yayoi Kusama of Japan dethroned Britain's David Hockney as the highest-grossing contemporary artist, according to a new art report.

Earth News

Climate change makes heat waves last longer and spike hotter - study

Climate scientists have discovered more about exactly how global warming effects the impact of heat waves across the globe.

Health news

Can this local samba drum class help Parkinson’s disease patients?

Researchers at Cardiff University are hoping to launch a study to discover if there is clinical evidence that drumming classes are improving the lives of Parkinson’s disease patients.

Health news

A new strategy to attack aggressive brain cancer shrank tumours

A new strategy to attack aggressive brain cancer shrank tumours in two early tests.

Business

Do European businesses help employees work with AI?

A new report states that skills needed for jobs are going to change by 51% by 2030 and the rise of Generative AI is further accelerating this change.

Health news

German man vaccinated for COVID 217 times had 'no side effects'

Doctors report a man from Germany has been vaccinated 217 against the COVID virus with no negative medical symptoms.

Space

How do environmental factors influence reported UFO sightings?

Light pollution, tree canopy cover, and proximity to airports and military installations are among the environmental factors that may influence reported UFO sightings, according to a new study.

Culture news

Completely carparked: Brits have 546 words for getting drunk

In the English language it seems almost any word can be used to describe having one too many alcoholic drinks. There's a simple rule to remember when sober, just '-ed' according to researchers.