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fromNature
1 month ago

Daily briefing: The moment that mathematics education starts to fail girls

Around the world, teenage boys outperform girls on mathematics tests, and men are more likely to pursue related careers. Now, a gigantic study of schoolchildren in France pinpoints that this 'mathematical gender gap' appears during the first year of school.
OMG science
Alternative medicine
fromNature
1 month ago

Anti-ageing effects of popular supplement taurine challenged

The study challenges the link between taurine levels and ageing, suggesting no need for supplements if diet is adequate.
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Beethoven's true face is revealed for the first time in 200 YEARS

Despite his status as one of history's great composers, Beethoven is also remembered for his surly disposition and unkempt appearance, reflecting a true intimidating presence.
Berlin music
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Yolk's on you - eggs break less when they land sideways

Eggs are less likely to crack when landing on their side rather than on their end, contradicting common beliefs.
Humor
fromArs Technica
4 months ago

Do these dual images say anything about your personality?

Personality quizzes based on ambiguous images lack scientific support, being deemed psychological myths, though some intriguing correlations warrant further exploration.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Hubris by Johannes Krause and Thomas Trappe review learning from the Neanderthals

Scientists are studying Neanderthal brain cells to explore genetic differences that may explain the extinction of Neanderthals and the success of modern humans.
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