Brain fog during menopause? Here’s what’s really going on

Many women going through menopause report experiencing what they describe as “brain fog,” a mix of forgetfulness, reduced focus, and mental fatigue. These symptoms are thought to stem in part from hormonal fluctuations that occur during this transition. To better understand the connection, researchers conducted a review of existing studies…

Scientists say dimming the sun could spark global chaos

An idea once dismissed as science fiction — cooling Earth by scattering sunlight-reflecting particles into the upper atmosphere — is now being taken seriously by researchers. This proposed technique, called stratospheric aerosol injection (SAI), aims to offset global warming by mimicking the cooling effect of volcanic eruptions. Hundreds of scientific…

Physicists discover strange spinning crystals that behave like living matter

It may sound unbelievable, but crystals made of rotating particles are real. A group of physicists from Aachen, Düsseldorf, Mainz, and Wayne State University (Detroit, USA) has explored these unusual materials and their remarkable behavior. These crystals can easily split into separate fragments, form unusual grain boundaries, and display controllable…

Bimbo cade dalla finestra a Roma, gravissimo – Notizie – Ansa.it

Un bambino di 11 anni è caduto dalla finestra di casa a Roma. E’ accaduto intorno alle 11.30 in via De Ritis, in zona Tiburtina. Soccorso, è stato portato in gravi condizioni, intubato, in ospedale dal 118. Sul posto la polizia che indaga. Da una prima ricostruzione il bambino era…

Nascite ancora in calo, fecondità ai minimi storici – Notizie – Ansa.it

Continua la diminuzione delle nascite in Italia. Nel 2024 sono state 369.944, in calo del 2,6% sull’anno precedente. E in base ai dati provvisori relativi a gennaio-luglio 2025 le nascite sono circa 13mila in meno rispetto allo stesso periodo del 2024 (-6,3%). E’ quanto emerge dai dati Istat diffusi oggi.…

Bird flu hiding in cheese? The surprising new discovery

Researchers discovered that avian influenza (H5N1) can survive in raw milk cheese made from contaminated milk, even after the 60-day aging process required by the FDA. However, highly acidic cheeses like feta showed no signs of the virus, suggesting acidity plays a crucial protective role. Animal tests revealed that while…

Scientists detect hidden brain damage years before MS symptoms

By the time most people begin seeking help for multiple sclerosis (MS), the disease has already been quietly injuring the brain for years. Until recently, scientists were uncertain which cells were affected first or when the damage actually started. Tracking the Disease’s Earliest Attacks Researchers at UC San Francisco have…

‘Washington teme che Netanyahu riprenda la guerra a Gaza’ – Notizie – Ansa.it

Washington teme che il premier israeliano Benjamin Netanyahu possa porre fine al cessate il fuoco a Gaza e tornare alla guerra contro Hamas, riporta il New York Times. C’è una crescente preoccupazione nell’amministrazione che Netanyahu possa agire attivamente contro l’accordo di pace mediato dal presidente americano Donald Trump, afferma il…

Scientists just found hidden life thriving beneath the Arctic ice

The rapid loss of sea ice in the Arctic Ocean is often seen as an environmental catastrophe. Yet researchers have found that the same melting process could help sustain life in unexpected ways. As the ice retreats, it creates conditions that encourage the growth of algae, the foundation of the…

‘Congelato l’incontro tra Rubio e Lavrov’ – Notizie – Ansa.it

L’atteso incontro tra il segretario di Stato Usa Marco Rubio e il suo omologo russo Sergey Lavrov è stato momentaneamente sospeso, lo ha detto alla Cnn un funzionario della Casa Bianca. Non è stato immediatamente chiarito il motivo per cui l’incontro non si sarebbe più svolto questa settimana, sebbene una…

Giappone, Sanae Takaichi eletta prima donna premier – Notizie – Ansa.it

Sanae Takaichi è stata eletta nuova premier del Giappone, diventando la prima donna a ricoprire questo ruolo dopo la nomina a inizio mese alla guida del Partito Liberal-democratico (Ldp).     L’elezione è avvenuta al primo turno di voto, grazie al controllo parlamentare assicurato dal partito o dalla sua alleanza con…

This simple neck measurement might reveal hidden heart risks

For decades, doctors have depended on indicators such as body mass index (BMI) and waist-to-hip ratio to gauge a person’s risk for chronic disease. But researchers are now turning their attention to a different, often-overlooked measurement: neck circumference. While a thick neck may suggest physical power, like that of athletes…

Feeling stressed? Science finds a simple way to take back control

A tight work deadline, a clogged toilet, or a disagreement with a loved one can make an ordinary day feel overwhelming. When several of these small frustrations build up, stress can quickly escalate. But according to new research that includes scientists from Penn State, simply feeling more in control might…

Eating ultra-processed foods may rewire the brain and drive overeating

An international team of scientists has analyzed brain scans from around 30,000 participants and found striking connections between the frequent consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and measurable differences in brain structure. These differences could be part of a feedback loop that promotes overeating and food addiction. “Our findings suggest that…

La Cremonese spreca, è 1-1 con l’Udinese  – Calcio – Ansa.it

Cremonese-Udinese termina 1-1 nel match che ha chiuso la settima giornata di campionato LA CRONACA   LA PARTITA Una Cremonese bella, coraggiosa e sfortunata deve accontentarsi di un punto contro l’Udinese, in una gara che lascia tanto rammarico per la squadra di Nicola. Allo Zini finisce 1-1, ma il…