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In Western Australia's remote Karlamilyi National Park, Martu rangers are using generations of Indigenous knowledge to save the northern quoll, a cat-sized marsupial that once thrived across their Country. Their cultural memory is filling scientific gaps and giving this endangered predator a real chance at recovery.
Scientists discovered that octogenarians with exceptional memory grow twice as many new brain cells as their peers, offering hope for preventing cognitive decline. This groundbreaking research reveals the brain's ability to keep generating neurons well into old age.
Scientists at Penn State have created a breakthrough memory device that combines synthetic DNA with solar cell materials, using 100 times less power than flash drives while storing far more data. The innovation could revolutionize energy-hungry AI data centers and pave the way for brain-like computing.
A random episode of a 1990s British detective show helped crack a cold case involving priceless altar plaques stolen from Napoleon III's crypt. Thanks to one antiques dealer's impressive memory, two of the three stolen treasures are finally home.
Scientists in Chennai tracked a sea turtle that returned to the exact same beach three times in one nesting season, proving these ancient mariners have incredible memory. The discovery could help protect critical nesting sites along India's coast.
A high school wrestling team in West Virginia won their regional championship while honoring the memory of a beloved assistant coach who passed away earlier this year. The emotional victory came down to the final match, with Washington High edging out rival Hedgesville by just 5.5 points.
The Kochi-Muziris Biennale returns for its sixth edition, turning historic Indian neighborhoods into an open-air museum of contemporary art from around the world. Running until March 31, the festival celebrates stories of labor, memory, and connection through powerful installations anyone can visit.
Expert birdwatchers have physically different brains than beginners, with denser tissue in areas that control attention and memory. The hobby might help keep minds sharp well into older age.
Scotland pulled off an incredible comeback, erasing a 15-point deficit to beat Wales 26-23 in one of the most thrilling Six Nations matches in recent memory. The dramatic win keeps Scotland's championship hopes alive and marks their fourth straight victory over Wales for the first time in 99 years.
Scientists discovered how exercise protects aging brains by triggering the liver to produce a protein that repairs the leaky blood vessels surrounding our brains. This breakthrough could lead to new treatments for Alzheimer's and age-related memory loss.
Two Michigan friends just broke a Guinness World Record by playing pickleball for 28 hours straight, raising money for organ donation in memory of a lost daughter. They played 141 games and pushed the record four hours past the previous mark.
Researchers discovered a liver protein that strengthens brain barriers and improves memory in aging mice, offering hope for those who can't exercise. The breakthrough could lead to drugs that deliver cognitive benefits without physical activity.
Scientists created a "clock" using blood tests that can roughly predict when Alzheimer's symptoms will appear. This breakthrough could transform how doctors diagnose and treat the disease before memory loss begins.
Researchers at Monash University have found a way to permanently silence cancer-causing genes in aggressive leukemias, potentially allowing shorter treatment courses with fewer side effects. The discovery targets the cellular "memory" that keeps cancer genes switched on.
Researchers successfully helped lucid dreamers work through unsolved puzzles during sleep by playing associated sounds. Those who dreamed about the puzzles were more than twice as likely to solve them the next day.
Scientists at MIT created a device that transforms old photographs into custom fragrances, letting you smell memories you've never actually experienced. The AI-powered invention explores how technology might help us connect with the past in entirely new ways.
A groundbreaking analysis of 123,940 patients found that statins don't cause most side effects blamed on them. Memory loss, depression, sleep problems, and dozens of other symptoms occurred just as often in people taking fake pills.
Researchers have discovered a protein that can wake up aging brain cells and restore their ability to regenerate. The breakthrough could lead to treatments that protect memory and learning as we age.
American skier Breezy Johnson said yes to a proposal moments after competing at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Her boyfriend Connor Watkins surprised her at the finish line in Italy, turning an already unforgettable week into a lifetime memory.
Scientists discovered that a natural compound in aloe vera may help slow the enzymes linked to memory loss in Alzheimer's disease. While still early research, the plant-based molecule shows strong potential for future drug development.
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