Dead bacteria supplement may aid weight loss by boosting appetite hormone, small trial finds
A small trial has suggested that a daily supplement containing dead bacteria could help people lose weight by increasing levels of the appetite-suppressing hormone GLP-1 in the body.
» readGen Z smoking rates may be rising as on-screen cigarette imagery makes a comeback
A rise in tobacco imagery in movies and social media may be influencing Gen Z smoking habits, experts say, though national data remain mixed.
» readNew fully recyclable stretchy yarn could transform workout clothing
A new type of elastic yarn made entirely from polyethylene, the same plastic used in milk jugs and grocery bags, has been developed. The yarn is as strong and stretchy as today's spandex-containing fabrics and is designed to be fully recyclable.
» readSpaceX rocket crash leaves crater on moon, images confirm
Images from a lunar orbiter have confirmed that an out-of-control SpaceX rocket stage created a crater when it crashed into the moon in August. The impact was captured by the Danubri orbiter, operated by the Korean AeroSpace Administration.
» readAI uncovers weaknesses in encryption systems, but experts say no immediate threat to security
Artificial intelligence has been used to identify new vulnerabilities in two cryptographic systems, including a simplified version of the Advanced Encryption Standard that protects much of today's internet.
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