Late-night eating may add to diabetes and obesity risk for shift workers

A new study has drilled into the relationship between the timing of our meals and the body's blood glucose levels, finding that those chowing down after dark may be at greater risk of diabetes and obesity.

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South African data offers preliminary insights into Omicron variant

Two new reports out of South Africa are offering some early insights into how the Omicron variant could behave in humans. One report speculates the disease may be milder than prior variants, while another indicates Omicron may lead to more reinfections.

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Rare Antarctic total solar eclipse to shed light on space weather

A rarely seen total eclipse of the Sun in Antarctica on December 4 is drawing the attention of an international partnership of scientists who hope to learn more about the effects of such eclipses on space weather.

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Rotomolded plastic teardrop camper bashes through the African bush

Rotomolded construction has become a staple in outdoor recreation via tough, bear-resistant coolers. Now it takes on a new role. South Africa's Edgeout crafts a rotomolded plastic teardrop ready for a quick safari or an intercontinental expedition.

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“Sight”-restoring bionic eye proceeds along the path to human trials

There may be new hope for people with certain types of blindness, as an experimental sight-restoring device has been deemed safe for implantation. It still has to be tested on humans, though, and it will likely provide a rudimentary form of vision.

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Wheeled, legged quadruped robot is now set to stand and deliver

The ANYmal robot was already impressive back when it walked on four legs. It got more interesting when wheels were added, letting it both walk and roll. That wheeled version is now also able to stand up, and could soon be used for urban deliveries.

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