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A new study reveals that everyday Londoners in 1665 used weekly death reports to make life-saving decisions during the Great Plague, creating the blueprint for modern public health data. Samuel Pepys' famous diary shows how people navigated a deadly outbreak centuries before modern medicine.
Scientists analyzing teeth from a 7th century mass grave discovered that plague victims in Jordan came from across the ancient world. The breakthrough reveals how diverse and connected our ancestors were, even in their darkest hours.
Scientists discovered plague DNA in an ancient sheep bone for the first time, revealing how diseases spread between humans and animals thousands of years before recorded history. This breakthrough helps us better understand and prevent modern pandemics.
Australian farmers battling record mouse infestations can now use double-strength bait after emergency approval. The new chemical helps protect crops where mouse numbers have soared to 4,000 per hectare in some areas.
After missing most of the 2025 season with injuries, WNBA star Caitlin Clark stepped back onto the court Saturday to a roaring sellout crowd. The Indiana Fever guard's return marks a triumphant comeback for one of basketball's brightest talents.
Australian researchers used a world-first drone baiting program to eliminate thousands of invasive mice from Browse Island, restoring a critical breeding haven for threatened migratory seabirds. The innovative approach could bring colonies back from the brink after over a century of devastation.
Young Aboriginal fishermen once facing jail for traditional diving are now getting trained and paid to save Australian reefs from invasive sea urchins. The government that prosecuted them is now investing $1.48 million to help them lead a new fishing industry.
Japanese researchers have solved a problem that's plagued 3D printing since its invention: wasted material that can't be reused. Their breakthrough resin can be melted down and reprinted endlessly without losing quality.
A groundbreaking medication approved in 2024 treats schizophrenia through an entirely new approach, targeting brain receptors never before used in mental health treatment. The drug shows promise for managing symptoms without the severe metabolic side effects that have plagued patients for decades.
Cobb Innovation and Technology Academy took 13 students across Great Britain to explore centuries of medical innovation, from plague-era Edinburgh to modern forensics labs in London. The week-long journey transformed classroom lessons into unforgettable hands-on experiences.
Nigeria has hired 37,000 new health workers and trained 70,000 more since 2023, tackling staff shortages that have long plagued the country's healthcare system. The government is also rolling out new policies to keep skilled doctors and nurses from leaving the country.
After fixing hydrogen leaks that plagued early tests, NASA successfully completed a full fueling rehearsal for Artemis II, clearing the path for four astronauts to fly around the moon as soon as March 6. It would mark humanity's first lunar journey in over 50 years.
When record cold temperatures paralyzed thousands of invasive iguanas across South Florida, residents and officials teamed up to tackle an environmental problem in the most unexpected way. In just two days, a coordinated effort removed over 5,000 of the destructive reptiles that have plagued the state for decades.
Indonesian authorities are taking strong action against illegal land burning, arresting 72 suspects and investigating companies behind forest fires that have plagued the region. The government's commitment to prosecute not just workers but the companies funding illegal clearing marks a turning point in protecting Southeast Asia's forests.
Beachgoers panicked when brown seaweed covered a popular Mexican beach, but scientists discovered good news: it's harmless Hypnea algae, not the health-threatening sargassum plaguing Caribbean shores. The discovery brings relief to Pacific coast communities and highlights how quick scientific identification can turn panic into peace of mind.
China's largest battery maker just cracked a problem that's plagued electric cars since day one: batteries that die in the cold. The secret ingredient? Table salt.
A Stanford professor has a solution to generic drug shortages that have plagued American patients for years. Independent lab testing could restore trust and reliability to medicines 90% of Americans depend on.
A New Jersey city once plagued by violence just recorded its first homicide-free summer in half a century. The turnaround happened when residents stood up and demanded better policing.
Two Nigerian startups are solving major telecom problems that have plagued the country for years. Their innovations could slash internet outages and reduce diesel dependency at cell towers across Africa.
Windows users plagued by crashing driver updates are getting a break. Microsoft's new system will automatically roll back problematic drivers without anyone lifting a finger.
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