Nestled deep in the Mexican jungle on the Yucatán Peninsula lies the ancient Maya city of Cobá. This once-thriving cultural hub, boasting an estimated 50,000 inhabitants at its peak, has been a treasure trove of history and archaeology for researchers. The city, believed to have been built as early as 50 BCE and continuously inhabited
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Recent research conducted by the University of Pennsylvania has shed new light on the connection between Parkinson’s disease and dementia. While previous studies suggested a high likelihood of developing dementia within 15-20 years of a Parkinson’s diagnosis, the University of Pennsylvania researchers found that the chances were significantly lower. This discovery challenges the long-held belief
Losing a significant amount of weight quickly can have both positive and negative effects on one’s health. A case study of a 62-year-old man in the US serves as a cautionary tale of the potential risks associated with rapid weight loss. The man, who was obese and had type 2 diabetes, experienced a dramatic weight
Recent discoveries in the Rising Star Cave system in South Africa have sparked a heated debate among scientists regarding the interpretation of the ancient hominid bones found there. The claim that Homo naledi, a species that lived approximately 300,000 years ago, deliberately buried their dead has been met with skepticism by a new team of
The 2024 Paris Olympics has debuted the urban dance style of ‘breaking’, and athletes scaled new heights during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics with the addition of seven new sports, including karate and climbing. But while overall injuries at the Tokyo Olympics remained comparable to previous games, researchers found some of the new sports contributed a
The correlation between missing teeth and an increased risk of heart disease and cardiovascular events is well-documented. Studies have shown that individuals who have lost a significant number of teeth are more likely to suffer from heart-related issues leading to death. This relationship is based on the idea that poor oral health can allow harmful
Repetition has always had a peculiar relationship with the mind. The experience of déjà vu, where we mistakenly believe we have encountered a new situation in the past, often leaves us feeling a sense of eerie familiarity. Recent research has shed light on this phenomenon, suggesting that déjà vu occurs when the part of the
The ancient monument of Göbekli Tepe in Türkiye continues to reveal its secrets to modern researchers, shedding light on the sophisticated knowledge and practices of our ancestors. One of the most recent discoveries at this remarkable site is the potential existence of an ancient calendar, carved into the walls of the temple complex. This finding
Recent epidemiological findings from the American Cancer Society (ACS) reveal a disturbing trend in cancer cases among younger generations. A comprehensive study analyzing the health data of over 23 million US patients born between 1920 and 1990 shows a significant increase in cancer risk for Gen Xers and millennials compared to baby boomers. The study
The story of Homo floresiensis, fondly referred to as the ‘hobbits’, has taken an intriguing turn with the recent unveiling of a 700,000-year-old adult humerus fragment. This ancient relative, smaller than any other hominin in the fossil record, challenges our previous understanding of the diminutive stature of these mysterious beings. The tiny upper arm bone,