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A couple who refused to let wine sensitivities end their enjoyment created Purvivino, a science-backed solution that removes triggers without changing taste. With support from Brock University's innovation programs, they're turning a personal problem into a product that could help millions.
Researchers discovered tiny blood particles called exosomes may explain why some shingles patients suffer years of severe pain. The breakthrough could finally lead to treatments that work.
Teenagers with hidradenitis suppurativa now have a second biologic treatment option after the FDA approved secukinumab for patients as young as 12. This matters because more than half of HS patients develop symptoms during adolescence, but treatment choices have lagged far behind adult options.
Scientists have successfully powered underwater robots with solar panels operating 33 feet below the ocean's surface. This breakthrough could revolutionize how we power marine sensors, cameras, and autonomous underwater devices.
A new wearable device reveals nighttime hormone surges that standard blood tests miss, helping doctors diagnose a condition affecting one in five people with high blood pressure. The technology could prevent thousands of heart attacks and strokes by catching the problem earlier.
After more than 50 years of dedication, Chile just became the first country in South America to completely eliminate dog-transmitted rabies to humans. The last reported case was in 1972, and the World Health Organization says their success shows other nations exactly how to save lives from this preventable disease.
The world's biggest AI companies just agreed to pump the brakes on their race to build smarter systems. After years of breakneck competition, leaders are finally prioritizing safety over speed.
Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain penned an inspiring letter about last season's heartbreak and why this team is ready to prove everyone wrong in 2026. The former Defensive Player of the Year says quarterback Bo Nix is about to "truly take off."
After months without help, families trapped by fighting in South Sudan's Jonglei state finally received food, medicine, and clean water. Teams screened over 1,600 children for malnutrition and treated hundreds who desperately needed care.
Families living in Vietnam's mountain biodiversity corridors now earn more income than their neighbors, thanks to conservation payments that protect rare wildlife. The program proves protecting nature and supporting communities can go hand in hand.
Three African wild dogs just completed the longest mammal journey ever recorded in Africa, traveling 2,500 miles across Zambia in search of new territory. Their epic nine-month trek proves endangered species can still connect distant populations when given the chance.
Endangered Ganges river dolphins are thriving in Bangladesh's toxic Buriganga River, one of the world's five most polluted waterways. Despite extreme pollution that has killed off native fish, these resilient mammals continue to hunt, breed, and raise young.
Marine biologists are riding along on Panama's fishing boats to teach crews how to free sharks and rays caught accidentally in their nets. In just five years, they've rescued and tagged over 400 marine animals while building trust with fishers.
A 31-year-old data analyst couldn't afford housing near her new job in Vermont. Now she pays $650 a month to live with a 77-year-old roommate, and they watch Jeopardy together every night.
A new study from England and Wales reveals a counterintuitive solution to recycling problems: picking up garbage every three weeks instead of weekly makes people recycle and compost more. The findings could help Canada boost its lagging 27% recycling rate.
Greece is transforming a former Athens airport into a 400-acre coastal park designed to combat extreme heat. Opening in 2025, Ellinikon Park will feature 30,000 trees and stay 7°F cooler than surrounding areas.
India just guaranteed that millions of everyday digital payments will stay completely free. The government officially blocked banks from charging fees on UPI and RuPay debit card transactions up to ₹2,000, protecting the country's digital payment revolution.
African leaders are rallying to expand irrigation systems across the continent, where 95% of farmland still depends on unpredictable rainfall. The goal is to protect millions from hunger as climate shocks become more severe.