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Doctors have long relied on measurements like body mass index (BMI) and waist-to-hip ratios to assess health risks. However, researchers are increasingly focusing their attention on an unexpected indicator: neck circumference. A thick neck might project strength, like that of heavyweight boxers or rugby players, but studies suggest it could signal a concerning health issue. BMI, which divides weight by …

IN A NUTSHELL 🌕 The Apollo 17 mission marked the end of the initial Space Race, leaving a legacy of peace and exploration. 🚗 SpaceX captured global attention by launching a cherry-red Tesla Roadster into orbit, showcasing their technological prowess. 🌍 The UNESCO Memory Disk project aims to preserve Earth’s linguistic diversity on the Moon, promoting cultural unity. 🛰️ Space …

Volcanoes can bring catastrophic consequences, and reliable warnings can make the difference between a close call and a tragedy. A new study on Japan’s Ontake Volcano identifies a signal, in the form of a subtle change in earthquake waves, that could sharpen those warnings. Researchers compared two eruptions of Ontake and focused on a detail in the waves …

Despite this week’s market downturn, some analysts predict that the inclusion of digital assets in US 401(k) retirement plans may unlock billions of dollars in new inflows by the fall, potentially driving Bitcoin to record highs. This “bullish” development may push Bitcoin (BTC) above $200,000 before the end of the year, signaling another $122 billion worth of new capital while …

President Donald Trump has gone on a bond-buying spree since taking office, reportedly sinking more than $100 million into debt issued by big companies and municipal governments alike. Trump put millions of dollars behind his bond strategy in February including between $500,000 and $1 million each into bonds issued by companies such as Home Depot, T-Mobile, and United Healthcare. Another …

Record activity this summer involving two mosquito-borne diseases—chikungunya and West Nile virus (WNV)—suggests the European region is entering a new normal, driven by climate shifts, officials from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) said today. Along with its disease updates, the agency urged countries to mount robust and coordinated responses to protect the public. The ECDC’s latest …

By Jaspreet Singh (Reuters) -Palo Alto Networks forecast fiscal 2026 revenue and profit above analysts’ estimates on Monday, betting on growing demand for its artificial intelligence-powered cybersecurity solutions, sending its shares up 5% in extended trading. The company has been benefiting from an AI-driven upgrade cycle as enterprises accelerate their cloud adoption and modernize security operations amid rising data breach …

Summary: A fading sense of smell may be one of the earliest warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease, and new research reveals why. Scientists found that microglia, immune cells in the brain, mistakenly remove nerve fibers connecting the locus coeruleus and olfactory bulb—two regions essential for processing odors. This immune-driven pruning occurs when hyperactive neurons display altered membranes, marking them as …

Beyond the Alphabet (Image credit: Nicholas Sutrich / Android Central) Beyond the Alphabet is a weekly column that focuses on the tech world both inside and out of the confines of Mountain View. Over the past six months, I’ve bounced from the Galaxy Z Fold 6 to the Pixel 9 Pro Fold to the Z Fold 7, and am now …

Back in 2005, nothing felt more high-powered and sophisticated than ending a call by snapping shut a clamshell flip phone. Now, two decades since they hit peak popularity, they’re back – with Apple rumoured to be working on its first ever flip phone. Little is known about how it will look. It could resemble Samsung’s Flip design – closer to …