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Sifting through the first-ever rock samples collected from the far side of the Moon, scientists in China have unearthed a surprise: fragments of a rare type of meteorite that could help to piece together the Solar System’s history. The debris — scooped up by China’s Chang’e-6 mission and returned to Earth in June last year — resembles material from asteroids that carry dust pre-dating the Solar System. Studying the chemical composition of this debris could help to trace how asteroids seeded planetary bodies such as Earth and the Moon with volatile compounds, including water.“The Chang’e-6 mission has a list of…

Fish oil and collagen are the two most in-demand longevity supplements across APAC. (Makidotvn/Getty Images)A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial in South Korea has found that daily low-molecular-weight collagen peptides improved several signs of skin aging in healthy adults within eight weeks, with benefits that lasted two weeks after stopping.The study, conducted by researchers at the Korea Institute of Educational Facility Safety and Nongshim Co., Ltd., enrolled 70 adults aged 20 to 59 and tested a branded ingredient, NS Collagen Peptide, at 1,650mg per day. Those who took collagen showed fewer wrinkles that improved over time. For instance, crow’s feet…

Coca-Cola recalls thousands of cans of Coke, Sprite and Coke Zero Sugar.This is due to a foreign matter contamination, specifically potential metal fragments.Affected packs sold in Texas include 12-, 24- and 35-packs—check your kitchen ASAP. There’s an active recall on three types of Coca-Cola soda, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This is due to a foreign matter contamination. The soda being recalled is 12- and 35-packs of Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, 24- and 35-packs of Coca-Cola and 12- and 35-packs of Sprite. The following UPC and lot codes are affected by this recall: Coca-Cola Zero Sugar (12-pack)…

Due to the government shutdown, now the second longest at day 23, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) will run out of funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in November.Food Research & Action Center’s (FRAC) interim director, Gina Plata-Nino, Doctor of Law, states: “Allowing hunger to deepen during a shutdown is not an inevitability; it is a policy choice.” “The Trump administration has demonstrated urgency in funding other priorities, but not the same commitment to protecting low-income families’ access to food through SNAP. What is missing is the political will to prioritize the families, children, older adults, and…

Modern Brussels sprouts are less bitter and more flavorful, thanks to smart breeding that improved both taste and texture.Chefs choose frying as the best way to cook Brussels sprouts because it makes them perfectly crispy, caramelized and nutty.For the best flavor, fry unseasoned sprouts in fresh oil, then toss them in a sweet, salty or tangy sauce right before serving. Brussels sprouts aren’t just having a moment. They’re having a whole era. Not only have we gotten better at cooking them but we’ve also gotten better at growing them. In fact, few vegetables have better benefited from an agricultural and…

Cadaver dogs can pick up the distinct scent of human corpses from a pile of rubble or deep underground. With their exceptional abilities, these canines help recover victims of natural disasters and even solve crimes.Certain breeds, such as shepherd dogs, are more commonly used as cadaver dogs, but according to Clément Martin, a researcher at the Belgian National Institute of Criminalistics and Criminology, there is only one feature that excludes specific breeds from this career path: snub noses. When snub-nosed dogs breathe, a lot of air goes into their mouths instead of noses, Martin explained, and that negatively affects their…

Care Quality Commission chief executive Julian Hartley has resigned with immediate effect after an inquiry was launched into “repeated maternity failures” at the NHS trust he previously ran for 10 years.His departure came after bereaved families affected by failings at Leeds told The BMJ it was “untenable” for Hartley to continue in the role.Hartley, chief executive of the regulator since December 2024, said, “This has been an incredibly difficult decision.“However, I feel that my current role as chief executive of CQC has become incompatible with the important conversations happening about care at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, including during the…

White blood cell (purple) engulfs tuberculosis bacteria.Credit: Science Photo LibraryImmunology is at a pivotal moment. The huge successes in public health brought about by vaccines are now facing erosion, as anti-vaccination sentiments spread around the world and the United States cuts funding to domestic and overseas infectious-disease research. Measles, for example, was declared eliminated in the United States in 2000 by the World Health Organization, but in July this year, there were more reported cases than in any year since 1992.Nature Index 2025 ImmunologyResearchers are working hard to improve measles prevention and treatment. Erica Ollmann Saphire, president and chief executive…

An artificial-intelligence method that incorporates gene-expression data could help to speed up drug discovery.Credit: Qilai Shen/Bloomberg/GettyAn artificial intelligence (AI) model trained on complex data from human cells could provide a shortcut in the race to develop new drugs1.The approach, published on 23 October in Science, builds on a trend that is sweeping the field of drug discovery: the use of AI to speed up the tedious process of trawling through massive collections of chemical compounds in search of those that could become the next big therapy.“It’s a powerful blueprint for the future,” says Hongkui Deng, a cell biologist at Peking…

Make the most of a rotisserie chicken with these cozy casserole recipes. Perfect for chilly nights, these warm and filling casseroles are yummy choices for dinner. Skip cooking chicken by using a store-bought rotisserie chicken to keep things simple and delicious. Recipes like our Creamy Chicken, Cabbage & Mushroom Casserole and Chicken Fajita Casserole are healthy, comforting and incredibly delicious. Love these recipes? Join MyRecipes to save them all with one click. It’s so easy—and free! Rotisserie Chicken, Mushroom & Rice Casserole Photographer: Morgan Hunt Ward, Prop Stylist: Pheobe Hausser, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf. This casserole is a hearty dish perfect for…