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10 Feb 2026

Worry About Aging Linked to Faster Biological Aging in Women

A study found that women who worry about getting older tend to show faster biological aging in blood tests. The link was strongest for worries about declining health and weakened after accounting for smoking and alcohol.

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10 Feb 2026

Shrews shrink organs to survive winter

Eurasian common shrews shrink their brains and other organs in winter, a seasonal change called Dehnel’s phenomenon. Two new studies link genetic and chromosomal changes to this shrinking and to the regrowth that occurs in spring.

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10 Feb 2026

How relationships shape memories of childhood adversity

A study of nearly 1,000 emerging adults found that memories of adverse childhood experiences change with the quality of current relationships, especially with parents. The researchers suggest asking about these experiences more than once.

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10 Feb 2026

Valentine’s Day and the Global Supply Chain

Valentine’s Day creates a short, intense rush for flowers, chocolate and restaurants. Shops and makers plan months ahead so products arrive on time; Americans spent $27.5 billion in 2025 and spending is projected to stay strong in 2026.

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10 Feb 2026

Study of Lead in Hair Shows Big Decline Since 1970s

Researchers analysed human hair from the Wasatch Front to track lead exposure over about a century. They found large drops in lead after US regulations began in the 1970s and link early exposure to leaded gasoline.

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9 Feb 2026

Many pesticides used in Latin America are banned in the EU

A study found that many active pesticide ingredients allowed on major crops in eight Latin American countries are banned or not authorised in the EU. The researchers examined public approval records up to December 2020 and warn of health risks.

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6 Feb 2026

How the Super Bowl trademark affects retailers

The phrase "Super Bowl" is a protected trademark. This protection changes how stores advertise and run promotions: many avoid the exact name and must balance possible sales gains against legal risks, which also affects consumers.

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6 Feb 2026

Shan host known as 04 loses job after illness in Chiang Mai

A Shan man nicknamed 04 worked as a host in Chiang Mai's Santitham area. He lost his job after contracting a sexually transmitted illness, received hospital care and plans to return to Myanmar with limited local support.

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5 Feb 2026

AI is changing basic health care in sub‑Saharan Africa

Artificial intelligence is already helping basic medical care in parts of sub‑Saharan Africa. Pilot projects in Kenya, Ghana and Rwanda show faster diagnosis, fewer wrong prescriptions and quicker delivery of blood and imaging results.

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4 Feb 2026

Possible virus link to ALS-like disease found in mice

Researchers studied a mouse strain called CC023 and found that a viral infection produced lasting nerve damage and symptoms similar to ALS. The strain may help find early biomarkers and test new treatments for sporadic ALS.

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4 Feb 2026

Leaf light reveals tree gene activity

Researchers at the University of Notre Dame, funded by NASA, found that leaf reflectance correlates with gene expression. This link could let aircraft or satellites map tree stress across whole forests, enabling faster interventions.

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4 Feb 2026

Fungi that thrive after wildfires

Researchers studied fungi at seven California burn sites over five years. They found genes and survival traits that let some fungi grow after fire and feed on charcoal, with possible uses for pollution cleanup and landscape restoration.

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