The Universe’s biggest black holes may be forged in violent mergers

Scientists studying gravitational waves believe they may have uncovered how the Universe creates its biggest black holes. Instead of forming directly from collapsing stars, these enormous objects appear to grow through repeated black hole collisions inside extremely crowded star clusters. The new research, led by Cardiff University, examined version 4.0…

What scientists found inside coral reefs could change the future of medicine

An international team of scientists has uncovered new details about coral ecosystems, showing that each coral species hosts its own unique community of microbes. These findings reveal a previously unseen layer of diversity within coral reefs. The research, which included scientists from the University of Galway, found that coral reefs…

Doctors warn this popular vitamin may quietly disrupt cancer care

Hair loss is one of the most upsetting side effects of cancer treatment, and many patients look for ways to bring their hair back. One option that has gained popularity is biotin, a vitamin commonly promoted for stronger hair and nails. But experts say the benefits are uncertain, and the…

Scientists find natural compounds that hit COVID-19 from every angle

Researchers have identified a group of natural compounds from a Brazilian tree that show promising activity against the virus responsible for COVID-19. The compounds, known as galloylquinic acids, were extracted from the leaves of Copaifera lucens Dwyer, a species native to Brazil’s Atlantic Forest. Laboratory findings suggest these molecules can…

Eating eggs could cut Alzheimer’s risk by 27%

Researchers at Loma Linda University Health report that eating eggs may be linked to a lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease in adults age 65 and older. Their findings suggest that regular egg consumption could play a role in supporting long-term brain health. The study found that people who ate…

Webb space telescope finds a giant galaxy that doesn’t spin

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have uncovered an unexpected feature in a distant, early galaxy. Despite forming when the universe was still very young, this galaxy shows no signs of rotation. That behavior is typically seen only in very large, mature galaxies much closer to Earth, explained Ben…

All’asta da Christie’s i gioielli di Claudia Cardinale – Arte – Ansa.it

“Questi gioielli appartengono alla storia dell’alta gioielleria, alla storia di un’epoca d’oro del cinema italiano, alla Dolce Vita romana e al momento di grazia della carriera di mia madre”: Claudia Squitieri, figlia di Claudia Cardinale, annuncia così all’ANSA la vendita di una ventina di preziosi gioielli di sua madre, scomparsa…

This strange planet pair shouldn’t exist, but it does

Across the Milky Way, about 190 light years from Earth, astronomers have identified a highly unusual planetary pairing. A massive hot Jupiter, a type of giant planet typically found alone, shares its system with a smaller mini-Neptune orbiting even closer to their star. This rare configuration has puzzled scientists since…

Caso Minetti, ‘per ora nessun elemento per negare la grazia’ – Notizie – Ansa.it

 “Nessun elemento per una valutazione negativa finora”. Si allontana l’ipotesi di un ribaltamento del parere dei magistrati della procura generale a Milano, nel procedimento sulla grazia concessa a Nicole Minetti nel febbraio scorso. Dai primi esiti degli accertamenti in corso dell’istruttoria supplementare, condotta attraverso l’Interpol anche in Uruguay e in…

L’Hantavirus, cos’è, come si trasmette e cosa provoca – Sanità – Ansa.it

L’Organizzazione Mondiale della Sanità (Oms) ha affermato oggi che l’epidemia di Hantavirus su una nave da crociera, che ha già causato tre vittime, non costituisce, in questa fase, “l’inizio di un’epidemia” o “una pandemia”. “Questo non è l’inizio di un’epidemia, ma è l’occasione perfetta per ribadire che gli investimenti nella…