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The world risks forgetting one of humanity’s greatest triumphs as polio nears global eradication − 70 years after Jonas Salk developed the vaccine

The world risks forgetting one of humanity’s greatest triumphs as polio nears global eradication − 70 years after Jonas Salk developed the vaccine

9 hours ago

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US dodged a bird flu pandemic in 1957 thanks to eggs and dumb luck — with a new strain spreading fast, will Americans get lucky again?

US dodged a bird flu pandemic in 1957 thanks to eggs and dumb luck — with a new strain spreading fast, will Americans get lucky again?

Alexandra M Lord

07 Feb 2025

4 min read

The Moon might be older than scientists previously thought — a new study shines light on its history

Science & Technology

The Moon might be older than scientists previously thought — a new study shines light on its history

20 Dec 2024

4 min read

Did Romans really fight rhinos? Sports historian explains the truth behind the battle scenes in Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II

Wildlife & Biodiversity

Did Romans really fight rhinos? Sports historian explains the truth behind the battle scenes in Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II

25 Sep 2024

4 min read

Africa dramatically dried out 5,500 years ago — our new study may warn us of future climate tipping points

Africa dramatically dried out 5,500 years ago — our new study may warn us of future climate tipping points

Martin H Trauth

08 May 2024

4 min read

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