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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The prohibition of Tifanny Abreu is unconstitutional and lacks scientific support, say experts

Specialists argue that the ban on transgender volleyball player Tifanny Abreu from participating in the Copa Brasil finals is unconstitutional and scientifically unfounded, facing significant criticism from LGBTQIA+ associations.

Feb 27 • 16:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Scientists dismantle a study used for recovering the capture of songbirds

Scientists critically reassess a controversial study on songbird capture methodologies published in 'Ecological Indicators' which has been criticized for significant flaws and conflicts of interest.

Feb 27 • 14:16 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Taking collagen maintains skin elasticity but does not prevent wrinkles, study shows

A new scientific review indicates that daily collagen supplementation can improve skin elasticity and hydration but does not prevent the formation of wrinkles.

Feb 27 • 13:43 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Epstein and the Scientists: First Look, Then Accept Money

The article discusses the motives behind Jeffrey Epstein's substantial donations to universities and scientists, suggesting they were aimed at gaining influence in the scientific community.

Feb 27 • 13:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

An enormous amount of widely spread substance was found in prostate cancer tumors

Recent research indicates that microplastics might be considerably more harmful than previously thought, with prostate cancer tumors containing significantly higher concentrations of plastic particles compared to healthy tissue.

Feb 27 • 13:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Uema opens registrations for the First Steps in Science Program; find out who can apply

The State University of Maranhão (Uema) has opened registrations for its First Steps in Science Program, aimed at selecting projects and supervisors for scientific initiation scholarships.

Feb 27 • 12:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Taking collagen maintains skin elasticity but does not prevent wrinkles, study shows

A recent scientific review highlights that daily collagen supplements can enhance skin elasticity and hydration but do not prevent the formation of wrinkles.

Feb 27 • 11:14 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Women in Science: What Does the New Report Reveal?

A recent global report highlights progress and ongoing challenges in gender equality within scientific organizations, focusing on women's representation.

Feb 27 • 11:03 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Marie Curie: the decision to store her notebooks in lead boxes for 1,500 years

Marie Curie's manuscripts are meticulously preserved in lead-lined boxes, with access strictly regulated even today, reflecting their ongoing significance in the scientific community.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Polylaminate: Between Hope and Déjà Vu

The article discusses the controversial history and scientific scrutiny surrounding the use of polylaminate in cancer treatment, paralleling previous events with fosfoetanolamina.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: "Ethics, Trust, and the Future of Pediatric HIV Cure"

A recent webinar addressed the ethical and scientific considerations in pediatric HIV cure research, highlighting the role of people living with HIV in this field.

Feb 27 • 10:10 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

6 Common Myths About Cats... Science Finally Answers

The article discusses six common myths about cats, debunking them with scientific explanations.

Feb 27 • 08:25 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Research Policy: "One Must Deliver All the Time"

Amrei Bahr, a prominent voice in the #IchBinHanna movement, expresses her intention to leave academia despite nearing a professorship, highlighting the pressures and precarious conditions faced by researchers in the scientific field.

Feb 27 • 07:29 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Why Is the Universe Silent? Lithuanian Scientist on Cosmic Loneliness and Our Lost Dream of Reaching the Stars

The article discusses insights from Lithuanian scientist Dr. Vytautas Stankus regarding the search for extraterrestrial life and the existence of exoplanets beyond our solar system.

Feb 27 • 07:21 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Snakes Eating Their Own Kind: Why Does This Behavior Repeat 11 Times?

A scientific review reveals that cannibalism among snakes, although shocking from a human perspective, is relatively common and can provide survival advantages under certain conditions.

Feb 27 • 07:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Nutritional Supplements: The Search for Performance Can Be Costly

The nutritional supplements market is rapidly expanding, emphasizing performance while raising health risks according to scientific evidence.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The discovery of Carbon-14 took place today, which determines the age of fossils

The article discusses the discovery of Carbon-14 by Martin Kamen on February 27, 1940, which revolutionized various fields by allowing precise dating of materials, while also recounting an interesting yet unfortunate incident concerning Kamen's arrest on the same day.

Feb 27 • 01:13 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The cave in New Mexico that is expanding our search for life beyond Earth

Researchers are discovering new forms of life that could suggest possibilities for extraterrestrial life in extreme environments.

Feb 26 • 22:14 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Is intermittent fasting better than other diets? The doctor answers

The program 'With the Doctor' explores the effectiveness of intermittent fasting compared to traditional diets in weight loss, based on recent scientific studies.

Feb 26 • 16:47 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

They say it's natural Ozempic. Scientists explain whether it's a hit or a myth

This article discusses the scientific evaluation of berberine, often touted as a natural alternative to Ozempic for weight loss, and highlights the actual biological mechanisms at play.

Feb 26 • 15:08 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

SURPRISING: How does a dog know you are coming home? Scientists have discovered the real reason.

Researchers have uncovered that the ability of dogs to sense their owners' arrival is linked to more complex scientific reasons than just devotion or acute hearing.

Feb 26 • 14:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

They are mother and daughter and scientists: they discovered the largest coral colony in the world the size of a football field

A mother-daughter scientist duo has discovered the world's largest coral colony in the Great Barrier Reef, which spans approximately 111 meters, equivalent to the size of a football field.

Feb 26 • 12:57 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

A new super-Earth is discovered in a nearby planetary system

A new super-Earth has been discovered orbiting the star HD 176986 by an international scientific team led by the Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias.

Feb 26 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Narratives of History

The Cultural Foundation of the Piraeus Group is organizing the second event of the scientific meetings titled 'Narratives of History' on March 2, 2026, focusing on making history more accessible to the public.

Feb 26 • 07:16 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Quick as a blink: Chinese scientists unveil 3D printing in under a second

Chinese scientists have developed a method to print 3D objects in under a second using holographic projection, marking a significant advancement in printing technology.

Feb 26 • 04:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Efik professionals push for fair oil-well allocation

The Efik Professionals group in Nigeria has endorsed the scientific verification of oil wells in Cross River State, seeing it as a remedy for historical economic injustices.

Feb 26 • 01:42 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Antarctica, a continent of scientists

The article discusses Brazil's scientific presence in Antarctica, notably through the Comandante Ferraz Station, amidst the continent's harsh environment and its geological history.

Feb 25 • 20:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Scientific discovery in Argentina: the rooster-sized dinosaur that rewrites evolutionary history

A small carnivorous dinosaur, measuring only 70 centimeters long and weighing about 2 kilograms, has been identified in Argentina, significantly altering the historical understanding of the alvarezsauroide lineage.

Feb 25 • 16:57 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Scientific Research at Polish Universities

Scientific research results in Poland are increasingly finding practical applications in various sectors rather than remaining confined to academic publications.

Feb 25 • 09:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Professor Stephen Hawking seen with women in bikinis in new Epstein files photo

A newly released photo shows the late Stephen Hawking with two women in bikinis, part of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 25 • 07:55 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Leading Cancer Researcher in Germany, Inspiring Scientific Vocations in Vitoria

Silvia Vega, a prominent cancer researcher from Cantabria, is inspiring students in Vitoria while leading groundbreaking research in Germany.

Feb 25 • 04:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Morning of Ramadan May Be the Key to Productivity: What Do Scientific Studies Say?

During Ramadan, many employees prefer to start work later, believing that fasting reduces concentration; however, recent studies suggest that mornings might actually enhance focus and complex decision-making.

Feb 25 • 04:20 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Scientists use seals to collect data about the ocean in Antarctica

Researchers in Antarctica are using Weddell seals equipped with tracking devices to study the effects of ocean warming.

Feb 25 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'Self-promotion with little scientific methodology', says reader about medication for patients with spinal cord injury

A reader critiques the promotion of a medication for spinal cord injury patients, arguing it lacks sufficient scientific backing.

Feb 24 • 23:55 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Science is not natural in humans

The article discusses the limitations of human reasoning in scientific thinking, emphasizing that humans are often guided by personal biases rather than methodical scientific approaches.

Feb 24 • 17:10 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

The commissioner accused of pressuring the victim of the sexual assault at the DAO is assigned as head of the Scientific Police brigade

A commissioner previously involved in a sexual assault scandal has been reassigned to a new role in the National Police's Scientific Brigade following accusations of intimidation against a victim.

Feb 24 • 15:55 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Saronicos Project: The Saronic resembles the Maldives

The Saronicos Project aims to decipher the Saronic Gulf's underwater environment, highlighting its resemblance to the Maldives and focusing on scientific research for its protection and restoration.

Feb 24 • 15:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

IF Baiano promotes Science and Technology Week with lectures and workshops in Alagoinhas; see programming

The Federal Institute of Bahia (IF Baiano) is hosting a National Week of Science and Technology in Alagoinhas featuring free lectures and workshops focused on various scientific and cultural topics.

Feb 24 • 13:09 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

They filmed a strange creature that changes shape in the Ocean

A scientific expedition captured footage of a shape-shifting jellyfish, Deepstaria, at 790 meters depth in the Pacific Ocean, which quickly went viral on social media.

Feb 24 • 11:24 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Buba’, the Feeling of Sound… Do Chicks Feel the Same? [Oh Cheol-woo's Scientific Landscape]

A recent study reveals that chicks associate certain sounds with specific shapes, demonstrating the Buba-Kiki effect in avian perception.

Feb 24 • 09:36 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Scientific and Environmental Journalism in Crisis Due to Trump

The article discusses the financial crisis facing scientific and environmental journalism, exacerbated by the freeze on U.S. foreign aid under the Trump administration.

Feb 24 • 09:10 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

How do scientists determine the shape of ancient dinosaurs just from bones?

Scientists use fossilized bones as a 'geometric map' to reconstruct the size, balance, and motion of ancient dinosaurs, rather than merely imagining their appearance.

Feb 24 • 08:59 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Don't Delay Dinner. Scientists Recommend the Best Time Window for the Last Meal

Scientists suggest optimal timing for the last meal of the day to enhance health benefits.

Feb 24 • 08:21 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Neurologists alert to lack of evidence on the action of poly-L-lysine in spinal cord injury

Brazilian neurologists warn about insufficient scientific evidence supporting the use of poly-L-lysine for treating spinal cord injuries in humans.

Feb 23 • 18:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Would you dare to live and work in Antarctica? The surprising job openings on the continent

Research bases in Antarctica are seeking to hire a variety of professionals, including non-scientists, for various roles beyond traditional scientific positions.

Feb 23 • 15:44 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

Freshwater deposits discovered for the first time 200 meters below the seabed off the coast of the United States

Researchers have confirmed the existence of freshwater deposits beneath the seabed, marking a significant scientific discovery.

Feb 23 • 15:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

In book, physiotherapist blows up running myths

Physiotherapist Raquel Castanharo releases a book challenging common myths surrounding running, drawing from scientific research and her personal experiences.

Feb 23 • 12:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Photo of albino tapir recorded more than a decade ago paved the way for research in the interior of SP: 'It becomes a symbol,' says photographer

The rare sighting of an albino tapir in São Paulo has garnered attention and spurred scientific research into the species, which holds significant cultural ties to the local community.

Feb 23 • 10:09 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

The Cleaner Fish That Confused Scientists: A Small Fish Succeeds in the 'Mirror Test'

A recent study shows that the cleaner wrasse fish can pass the mirror test, challenging previous notions of self-awareness in animals.

Feb 23 • 08:55 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Science Needs Freedom. A Conversation with Associate Professor of Ethics Anna Sauka

The article discusses the importance of humanities in the context of economic pragmatism and challenges the notion that scientific knowledge must always yield immediate financial benefits.

Feb 23 • 06:06 UTC

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