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05/02/2026

Meet the teenage cyclists from Tamil Nadu racing at the Track Asia CupFour cyclists balancing school, training, and expectations offer a close look at the discipline that often goes unseen behind competitive sport

Discover the dedication of Tamil Nadu's teenage cyclists competing at the Track Asia Cup, balancing sport and academics.

22/12/2025

Evidence and Learning Forum: Improving the Measurement of Social and Gender Norms Change in the Practice of FGMThe November 2024 Evidence and Learning Forum: Improving Measurement of Social and Gender Norm Change in the Practice of FGM brought together over 80 participants representing program officers, socio-behavioral experts and scientists from 10 countries in East, West and North Africa. Hosted by the FGM Data Hub in partnership with UNICEF, UNFPA, and WHO, the two-day forum was geared toward sharing and examining tools and approaches, successful strategies, and challenges in measuring shifts in social and gender norms surrounding FGM.
The meeting objectives were to: 1) Review and assess the progress made in developing and using valid measures for evaluating changes in social and gender norms and practices within FGM interventions, and 2) Identify areas and action points to strengthen tools, measurement, and scale up the use of these tools.
To this end, experts in social behavioral research and program implementation exchanged experiences of evaluating the effectiveness of their programs in measuring norm changes using various tools. This report documents the meeting proceedings, including detailed discussions and key takeaways.

The November 2024 Evidence and Learning Forum: Improving Measurement of Social and Gender Norm Change in the Practice of FGM brought together over 80 participants representing program officers, socio-behavioral experts and scientists from 10 countries in East, West and North Africa. Hosted by the FG...

19/12/2025

Earth may have been ravaged by “invisible” explosions from spaceCosmic “touchdown airbursts” — explosions of comets or asteroids above Earth’s surface — may be far more common and destructive than previously thought, according to new research. Unlike crater-forming impacts, these events unleash extreme heat and pressure without leaving obvious scars, making them harder to detect.

Cosmic “touchdown airbursts” — explosions of comets or asteroids above Earth’s surface — may be far more common and destructive than previously thought, according to new research. Unlike crater-forming impacts, these events unleash extreme heat and pressure without leaving obvious scars, m...

18/12/2025

Changes in social attitudes and behavioural intentions related to female ge***al mutilation in the context of community-based interventions in Isiolo and Narok counties in KenyaWhile evidence on the drivers of female ge***al mutilation (FGM) has been expanding, programmes implementing interventions designed to end FGM have had challenges in measuring social change. Gaps exist ranging from the documentation and description of how change occurs to reducing the effect of social desirability given the illegality of FGM and the stigma associated with the practice. This study aimed to assess shifts in social attitudes/beliefs and behavioural intentions related to FGM and gender in the context of The Girl Generation support to – Africa-Led Movement (TGG-ALM) programme in Isiolo and Narok counties using public opinion poll and vignettes. Key intervention activities implemented by TGG-ALM included conducting community intergenerational dialogues, women reflect circles and couples-only dialogues.

While evidence on the drivers of female ge***al mutilation (FGM) has been expanding, programmes implementing interventions designed to end FGM have had challenges in measuring social change. Gaps exist ranging from the documentation and description of how change occurs to reducing the effect of soci...

18/12/2025

AI detects cancer but it’s also reading who you areAI tools designed to diagnose cancer from tissue samples are quietly learning more than just disease patterns. New research shows these systems can infer patient demographics from pathology slides, leading to biased results for certain groups. The bias stems from how the models are trained and the data they see, not just from missing samples. Researchers also demonstrated a way to significantly reduce these disparities.

AI tools designed to diagnose cancer from tissue samples are quietly learning more than just disease patterns. New research shows these systems can infer patient demographics from pathology slides, leading to biased results for certain groups. The bias stems from how the models are trained and the d...

17/12/2025

New study reveals how kimchi boosts the immune systemKimchi may do far more than add flavor to meals—it could help fine-tune the human immune system. A clinical study using advanced single-cell genetic analysis found that regular kimchi consumption strengthens immune defenses while preventing harmful overreactions. Researchers observed improved activity in key immune cells, with effects varying depending on fermentation methods.

Kimchi may do far more than add flavor to meals—it could help fine-tune the human immune system. A clinical study using advanced single-cell genetic analysis found that regular kimchi consumption strengthens immune defenses while preventing harmful overreactions. Researchers observed improved acti...

16/12/2025

A simple turn reveals a 1,500-year-old secret on Roman glassA museum visit sparked a revelation when a Roman glass cup was turned around and its overlooked markings came into focus. These symbols, once dismissed as decoration, appear to be workshop identifiers used by teams of skilled artisans. The findings challenge centuries of assumptions about how Roman glass was made. They also restore identity and agency to the anonymous makers behind these stunning objects.

A museum visit sparked a revelation when a Roman glass cup was turned around and its overlooked markings came into focus. These symbols, once dismissed as decoration, appear to be workshop identifiers used by teams of skilled artisans. The findings challenge centuries of assumptions about how Roman....

15/12/2025

Why consciousness exists at allConsciousness evolved in stages, starting with basic survival responses like pain and alarm, then expanding into focused awareness and self-reflection. These layers help organisms avoid danger, learn from the environment, and coordinate socially. Surprisingly, birds show many of these same traits, from subjective perception to basic self-awareness. This suggests consciousness is far older and more widespread than once believed.

Consciousness evolved in stages, starting with basic survival responses like pain and alarm, then expanding into focused awareness and self-reflection. These layers help organisms avoid danger, learn from the environment, and coordinate socially. Surprisingly, birds show many of these same traits, f...

14/12/2025

Natural compound supercharges treatment for aggressive leukemiaForskolin, a plant-derived compound, shows surprising potential against one of the most aggressive forms of leukemia. Researchers discovered that it not only stops cancer cells from growing but also makes them far more vulnerable to chemotherapy by preventing them from pumping out the drugs meant to kill them. Experts say this dual action could help create safer, more powerful AML treatments with fewer harsh side effects.

Forskolin, a plant-derived compound, shows surprising potential against one of the most aggressive forms of leukemia. Researchers discovered that it not only stops cancer cells from growing but also makes them far more vulnerable to chemotherapy by preventing them from pumping out the drugs meant to...

14/12/2025

AI finds a hidden stress signal inside routine CT scansResearchers used a deep learning AI model to uncover the first imaging-based biomarker of chronic stress by measuring adrenal gland volume on routine CT scans. This new metric, the Adrenal Volume Index, correlates strongly with cortisol levels, allostatic load, perceived stress, and even long-term cardiovascular outcomes, including heart failure risk.

Researchers used a deep learning AI model to uncover the first imaging-based biomarker of chronic stress by measuring adrenal gland volume on routine CT scans. This new metric, the Adrenal Volume Index, correlates strongly with cortisol levels, allostatic load, perceived stress, and even long-term c...

13/12/2025

New ghost marsupial related to the kangaroo found in AustraliaResearchers analyzing ancient fossils from caves across Western Australia have uncovered a completely new species of bettong along with two new woylie subspecies—remarkable finds made bittersweet by signs that some may already be extinct.

Researchers analyzing ancient fossils from caves across Western Australia have uncovered a completely new species of bettong along with two new woylie subspecies—remarkable finds made bittersweet by signs that some may already be extinct.

12/12/2025

A silent ocean pandemic is wiping out sea urchins worldwideA sudden, unexplained mass die-off is decimating sea urchins around the world, including catastrophic losses in the Canary Islands. Key reef-grazing species are reaching historic lows, and their ability to reproduce has nearly halted in some regions. Scientists suspect a pathogen but haven’t yet confirmed the culprit. The fate of these reefs may hinge on solving this unfolding pandemic.

A sudden, unexplained mass die-off is decimating sea urchins around the world, including catastrophic losses in the Canary Islands. Key reef-grazing species are reaching historic lows, and their ability to reproduce has nearly halted in some regions. Scientists suspect a pathogen but haven’t yet c...

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