A new study from the University of Cambridge has revealed that aspirin, a commonly used painkiller, could play a significant role in preventing cancer from spreading. Researchers have found that the drug might help the immune system target and eliminate metastasizing cancer cells, potentially making it a powerful, accessible, and affordable tool in cancer treatment. While the findings have been described as groundbreaking, experts caution that more research is needed before aspirin can be wid

OpenAI unveiled its latest innovation, Deep Research, on February 2, 2025, a powerful AI tool designed to perform complex research tasks by gathering and synthesizing data from across the internet. This AI tool promises to function at the level of a research analyst, providing users with comprehensive, well-synthesized reports using information from various online sources, including text, images, and PDFs. Deep Research is built on a version of OpenAI’s upcoming o3 model, optimized for

OpenAI has launched its latest AI agent, Deep Research, following the introduction of its Operator last week. Deep Research is specifically designed for intensive knowledge work in areas like finance, science, policy, and engineering, where comprehensive and reliable research is crucial. The AI agent leverages OpenAI’s GPT-3 and web browsing capabilities to perform intelligent, reasoning-based research across various formats, such as text, images, and PDFs.  

A recent study published in The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Network Open reveals that women may have a 31% higher risk of developing long Covid compared to men, with the highest risk observed in those aged 40-55 years. Among this group, menopausal women face a 42% higher risk, while non-menopausal women show a 45% increase. The study, based on the 'RECOVER' trial, included over 12,200 participants and was led by researchers from The University of Texas,

Brain fog is a condition that can affect your ability to think clearly, concentrate, and remember important information. It can be caused by several factors including lack of sleep, stress, hormonal changes, diet, and certain medical conditions. If left unaddressed, brain fog can lead to cognitive impairment and other long-term health issues. Luckily, there are some foods that can help improve brain function and clear brain fog. According to nutritionist Lovneet Batra, making certai

Study Overview: A study conducted by the Graduate School of Medical Sciences at Kanazawa University explored the effects of green tea consumption on brain health in older adults. Key Findings: Drinking three or more glasses of green tea per day was linked to fewer cerebral white matter lesions in older adults. White matter les

On Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the genome sequencing data of 10,000 Indian nationals, a significant step in advancing biotechnology research in India. This data, known as Genome India Data, encapsulates the vast genetic diversity of the Indian population and will be available to researchers through the Indian Biological Data Centre (IBDC) with "managed access." PM Modi highlighted that the national database would be crucial in the treatment of genetic and infecti

A groundbreaking new theory suggests that Pluto's moon Charon may have been captured in a "kiss and capture" scenario billions of years ago, offering a fresh perspective on the formation of planetary systems. Led by NASA postdoctoral fellow Adeene Denton at the U of A Lunar and Planetary Laboratory, this study challenges long-standing models of moon formation. Instead of the traditional collision model, the researchers propose that Pluto and Charon had a brief, icy encounter, wh

The United Nations has expressed grave concern over the significant increase in executions in Iran, with reports indicating at least 901 people were executed in 2024, including a particularly high number in December. UN rights chief Volker Turk called the situation "deeply disturbing" and urged Iran to take action to end the rising tide of executions. Iran remains one of the leading countries in carrying out the death penalty, following only China, where reliable figures a

On December 13, 2024, the United States and China signed a bilateral science and technology agreement, revising a 45-year-old pact. However, this new agreement limits research collaboration and narrows the scope of topics allowed for joint study, reflecting heightened concerns over international research security. Governments worldwide, including the U.S., European Union, Canada, and Japan, have introduced stricter measures to safeguard sensitive scientific data from foreign interference, esp

A groundbreaking study has uncovered notable differences in the nut-cracking abilities of chimpanzees within the same group, shedding new light on their cognitive and motor skills. Researchers analyzed extensive video footage of wild chimpanzees from Bossou, Guinea, where they observed 3,882 instances of chimps attempting to crack open nuts using stones as tools. The study found varying levels of efficiency among individuals, indicating differences in cognitive abilities and physical dexterit

Cephalopods, including octopuses, cuttlefish, and squid, have long fascinated researchers due to their exceptional cognitive abilities. While we still don’t fully understand the extent of their emotional states or conscious experiences, there's no doubt that these marine creatures display remarkable intelligence. For example, cuttlefish like Squirt have demonstrated highly accurate aim and a complex level of learning, raising questions about their capacity for intentional behavior.

Alibaba’s Qwen research team has introduced a new experimental open-source AI model, the QVQ-72B, designed to handle both vision-based analysis and advanced reasoning tasks. The model combines the abilities of analyzing visual information from images and answering complex queries through reasoning-focused techniques. According to internal benchmarks, QVQ-72B surpassed OpenAI’s o1 model on the MathVista (mini) benchmark, scoring 71.4% compared to o1’s 71.0%. The mod

In a groundbreaking study, scientists have quantified how quickly the human brain processes information, revealing a surprisingly slow speed of just 10 bits per second. Despite receiving billions of bits of data from our senses, including sight, hearing, touch, and smell, the brain only processes a tiny fraction of this information. Researchers at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) conducted the study, publishing their findings in the journal Neuron last week.

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva was discharged from a Sao Paulo hospital on Sunday after undergoing emergency surgery for an intracranial hemorrhage. The 79-year-old leader made a surprise appearance at a news conference where he assured reporters, "I am here in one piece... returning home calmly." He smiled and waved as he left Hospital Sirio-Libanes, where he received treatment. The surgery, which took place on Tuesday, was necessary after Lula fell

US President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Indian-American scientist Jay Bhattacharya to lead the National Institutes of Health (NIH), a pivotal role in overseeing health research and funding in the United States. Bhattacharya, a professor at Stanford University with expertise in health policy and the economics of aging, will work alongside Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to address the nation's most pressing health issues, including chronic illness and disease. Bhattacharya is known for his contro

The Rs 450-crore Rushikonda Palace in Vizag has sparked controversy after Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu described it as a "criminal waste" of money. The opulent building is equipped with expensive amenities, including Rs 36 lakh bathtubs and Rs 16 lakh commodes with autowash features, raising questions about its necessity. Amid the debate, suggestions have emerged to repurpose the palace as a US Visa Application Centre, as many students from Telugu-speaking stat

The Andhra Pradesh High Court has raised concerns over the whereabouts of seven social media activists affiliated with the YSR Congress party who were reportedly arrested by the police for posting abusive messages against political rivals. The court admitted arguments on six habeas corpus petitions filed by the activists' family members and requested CCTV footage from the relevant police stations to determine the activists' status between November 4 and November 7. The state

The Jiangmen Underground Neutrino Observatory (JUNO) in Guangdong, China, is poised to transform the study of neutrinos, subatomic particles produced by nuclear reactions. Set to begin operations in 2025, this $300 million facility features a giant spherical detector located 700 meters underground, surrounded by a 12-storey cylindrical pool of water. This innovative setup is designed to capture and analyze neutrinos emitted from nearby nuclear power plants, as well as those from the sun and t

Astronomers have made a groundbreaking discovery involving a massive black hole that is currently disrupting two celestial objects, one of which is a star. Utilizing NASA's observatories, including Chandra, NICER, and Hubble, alongside India’s AstroSat, researchers have gained new insights into the behavior of stellar debris surrounding supermassive black holes. In 2019, astronomers observed a star that ventured too close to a supermassive black hole, resulting in a tidal