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Extreme weather linked to more strokes and heart attacks

Extreme weather linked to more strokes and heart attacks

By Stephen Beech Extreme weather is causing more people to suffer heart attacks and strokes, warns new research. More frequent heatwaves and cold snaps are linked with increases in major cardiovascular events that are further exacerbated by air pollution, say scientists. Lukasz Kuzma, from the Medical University of Bialystok inPoland,

Mystery of ‘golden orb’ found at bottom of ocean finally solved

Mystery of ‘golden orb’ found at bottom of ocean finally solved

By Dean Murray A two-and-a-half-year-old mystery of a "golden orb" found at the bottom of the ocean has been solved. A team from the U.S. government's NOAA Ocean Exploration department was left confused and excited by the sighting in 2023.

Why 73% of travelers think they’re the perfect travel roommate

Why 73% of travelers think they’re the perfect travel roommate

Nearly three-quarters of Americans claim to be “the perfect roommate” on vacation (73%), according to new research on “vacation compatibility.” Conducted by Talker Research for Club Wyndham, the survey of 2,000 people found that even the most compatible travelers say they still need time and space to themselves.

‘Kraken-like’ giant octopuses ruled oceans 100 million years ago

‘Kraken-like’ giant octopuses ruled oceans 100 million years ago

By Stephen Beech Giant "kraken-like" octopuses were terrifying apex predators of the oceans 100 million years ago, according to new research. The "enormous" creatures were active carnivores who routinely crushed hard shells and bones with their powerful bites, say scientists. They also used their long,

Mars rover spots rock that looks like a dinosaur skull

Mars rover spots rock that looks like a dinosaur skull

By Dean Murray Dinosaurs may have ruled the Earth, but did they roam on Mars? NASA’s Perseverance rover has spotted a rock so intriguing that the public has voted it “Image of the Week.” A bizarre picture taken by the exploratory robot on the Red Planet appears to show

Americans report emotional disconnect even as they crave community

Americans report emotional disconnect even as they crave community

Thirty-eight percent of Americans have gone “no contact” with a friend or family member in the last year, according to a new study. The survey of 2,000 Americans revealed that young people are more likely than older groups to have gone “no contact” with a loved one in

Want to be closer to your dog? Study says play more

Want to be closer to your dog? Study says play more

By Stephen Beech Dog owners who spend longer playing create a stronger emotional bond with their pet, reveals new research. But training dogs does not produce the same effect, according to the Swedish study. Scientists say their findings are relevant for all dog owners — whether they have young or adult