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Your brain rehearses a conversation before you even start it

New neuroscience research suggests the human brain simulates social interactions fractions of a second before they actually occur.

  • The brain anticipates social interactions before they actually begin.
  • The social cortex builds predictive models of imminent conversations.
  • The finding could help explain social difficulties linked to neurological disorders.

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Saharan dust brings more than "red rain" to Europe

The clouds of particles from the Sahara, known for staining cars and skies, actually carry millions of living microorganisms all the way to Europe.

  • Saharan dust regularly reaches Europe, turning skies and surfaces reddish.
  • Dust clouds carry millions of live microorganisms across thousands of kilometres.
  • Researchers are studying the biological impact of these microorganisms on European ecosystems.

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Loss of smell as devastating as Parkinson's or stroke, researchers find

A new study reveals that anosmia impacts quality of life as severely as major neurological conditions — a warning sign that mainstream medicine has long overlooked.

  • Anosmia affects quality of life as severely as Parkinson's or stroke, researchers say.
  • Smell loss raises the risk of depression, social isolation, and domestic accidents.
  • The condition remains underdiagnosed despite a surge in post-COVID cases.

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31 new species found in the depths of the South Atlantic

A two-week scientific expedition, equipped with next-generation technology, has brought dozens of previously unknown deep-sea animals to light.

  • 31 previously unknown species were discovered in the South Atlantic.
  • The expedition lasted two weeks and relied on advanced deep-sea exploration technology.
  • Full results will be published in scientific journals at a later date.

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Remote work leaves marks on the brain, new study finds

Researchers have identified negative effects on mental health in people who work exclusively from home — a sobering counterpoint to the model many employees consider ideal.

  • A recent study links remote work to negative effects on mental health.
  • Physical isolation from colleagues appears to trigger measurable cognitive consequences.
  • Researchers recommend clear routines and regular social contact to limit the impact.

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Wolves reclaim Europe, record-breaking summer ahead, and AI reads laws for loopholes

A weekly science roundup: wolf populations expanding across Europe, El Niño threatening all-time heat records, and neural networks autonomously scanning legislation for vulnerabilities.

  • Wolves are expanding their range across Europe, forcing a rethink of human-wildlife coexistence policy.
  • El Niño combined with climate change may produce the hottest summer on record.
  • Neural networks can now autonomously detect loopholes in legislation, raising legal security concerns.

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JUNO delivers first major result, narrowing the neutrino mystery

China's giant underground neutrino detector has achieved record-precision measurements of the universe's most elusive particles.

  • JUNO, China's underground neutrino detector, has released its first major scientific result.
  • The facility sits 700 metres deep and uses a liquid-scintillator sphere lined with tens of thousands of photosensors.
  • The data targets neutrino oscillation, a key to understanding the matter-antimatter asymmetry of the universe.

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El Niño returns in 2026. Europe braces for extreme heat

The European Commission has confirmed that El Niño is almost certain to develop this year, raising the risk of severe heatwaves and wildfires across southern Europe.

  • European Commission: El Niño is almost certain in 2026, with potential impact on Europe.
  • Elevated risk of heatwaves and major wildfires in Portugal and southern Europe.
  • El Niño amplifies thermal anomalies already driven by global climate change.

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A strange object orbiting Neptune hints at an ancient cosmic cataclysm

A new study suggests that the anomalies in Neptune's system may betray a violent collision or gravitational upheaval from the Solar System's distant past.

  • An anomalously orbiting object near Neptune points to a cataclysm in the Solar System's early history.
  • Neptune already displays several known anomalies: a tilted axis and moons with atypical behaviour.
  • The study offers no definitive proof but proposes a coherent explanation for the planet's peculiarities.

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One in three young footballers struggles with psychological problems

A study of 1,264 children in Madrid finds that competitive youth football takes a heavy psychological toll, with 3% showing symptoms of depression.

  • 1 in 3 young footballers in the study shows sport-related psychological difficulties.
  • 3% of the 1,264 children analysed display symptoms of depression.
  • Researchers recommend placing sports psychologists in youth clubs as a preventive measure.

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