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Mission blasts off for Mars to grab a piece of its moon
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Capybara pups at Manx zoo draw record crowds
Curraghs Wildlife Park has its busiest October weekend ever after the birth of eight capybara pups.
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Volunteers help save one of London's rarest plants
Tower mustard has suffered steep decline in London but has been successfully grown and replanted.
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Alaska’s monster tsunami sent water 1,580 feet up a mountain
A massive landslide in Alaska triggered the second-highest tsunami ever recorded, sending water and debris 1,580 feet up a mountainside just hours after tourists visited the area. Scientists discovered that the disaster was preceded by several warning signs, including rapid glacier retreat, heavy rainfall, and thousands of tiny seismic tremors. As glaciers retreat, similar disasters could become a growing danger in mountainous coastal regions.
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Why some people escape Alzheimer’s despite carrying a high-risk gene
Scientists have discovered why some people with a high genetic risk of Alzheimer’s remain mentally sharp into their 80s, uncovering a rare mutation that protects the brain from harmful protein buildup. The findings reveal a potential new way to prevent early brain damage and could pave the way for treatments that mimic this natural defense.
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Something strange is happening beneath a volcano near 2 million people
Scientists have discovered evidence of two hidden magma sources beneath Nicaragua’s Masaya volcano, where satellite observations revealed mysterious ground movements suggesting magma is shifting deep underground. The findings could improve eruption forecasting for the active volcano, which sits near 2 million people and attracts tourists to its spectacular lava lake.
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Just 3,000 steps a day may help slow Alzheimer's, scientists find
Walking just 3,000 steps a day could help slow Alzheimer’s-related brain changes, according to new research. Scientists discovered that physical activity was linked to less buildup of harmful tau proteins and nearly half the cognitive and functional decline, even in people already showing early signs of the disease. The strongest benefits appeared at 5,000 to 7,500 daily steps, suggesting that the popular 10,000-step goal may not be necessary.