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Unusual Rainbow Appears in Sunlit Fan in Presenzano, Italy

NASA News Releases reported on an unusual rainbow captured on October 20, 2026, at sunset in Presenzano, Italy, which appeared to have the sun in the front, contrary to how rainbows function.

Editorial illustration of stars emerging from a dense cosmic dust cloud in the stellar nursery NGC 7129.

ScienceOct 201 min

James Webb Space Telescope Image Reveals Stars in Stellar Nursery NGC 7129

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope released an image on October 6, 2026, showcasing a cosmic creation within the stellar nursery NGC 7129, located approximately 3,300 light-years from Earth.

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ScienceOct 191 min

Experts Advise on Bone Health for Postmenopausal Hong Kong Women at Hip Fracture Risk

According to the South China Morning Post, experts are discussing methods like exercise and diet to protect bones, noting that one in five postmenopausal women in Hong Kong face a high risk of hip fractures.

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ScienceOct 183 min

Understanding HIFU Skin Lifting: Treatment, Expectations, and Limitations

The South China Morning Post reports on how focused ultrasound (HIFU) works to improve skin firmness and lifting, emphasizing that treatment planning based on individual anatomy and realistic expectations is crucial, as noted by Dr Gerard Ee.

Editorial illustration depicting scientific study of human brain models and plant health in a microgravity research setting.

ScienceOct 123 min

NASA's SpaceX CRS-35 Mission to Study Human and Plant Health in Space

NASA's upcoming SpaceX CRS-35 mission will transport experiments to the International Space Station focusing on human health, plant health, and drug-resistant organisms. These investigations aim to benefit both Earth-based life and future space exploration.

An abstract illustration symbolizing preventative healthcare through a government co-care scheme, showing a glowing network interacting with a stylized human circulatory system.

ScienceOct 121 min

University Projection Suggestion: Government Co-Care Scheme Could Prevent 9% of Stroke and Heart Failure Cases in Hong Kong

A university projection indicates that a government co-care scheme in Hong Kong could potentially prevent approximately 9 per cent of stroke and heart failure cases over the coming decade. The Chronic Disease Co-care Scheme, which began as a pilot in 2023 and was regularized in March, has enrolled over 200,000 residents as of January, with about 40 per cent of those screened being diagnosed with diabetes, hypertension, or pre-diabetes.

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ScienceOct 121 min

Former US FDA Official Li Zili Appointed to Lead Hong Kong's New Medical Products Regulator

Li Zili, a former official at the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), has been appointed to lead Hong Kong's new medical products body for a three-year term, aiming to accelerate the clinical use of medicines and medical devices.

Weathered stone slabs with visible chisel marks emerging from an old drainage culvert.

ScienceOct 112 min

Parts of Monastery Established by King James I Potentially Found in Perth Drain

Surviving elements of a monastery founded by King James I of Scotland nearly 470 years ago may have been discovered within an old drain during an excavation in Perth. The Charterhouse, which housed Carthusian monks, was later demolished, and the medieval site was covered by a hospital and residences.

Vibrant Northern Lights illuminate a dark, expansive night sky over a distant, shadowed landscape.

ScienceOct 102 min

Northern Lights Visible Across UK Due to Strong Solar Activity, Met Office Advises

Residents across the UK witnessed the Northern Lights on Friday and Saturday evenings, a rare event attributed to high solar activity. The Met Office suggests sightings may persist until Tuesday, while experts note 2026 could be a peak year for aurora viewing.

A conceptual illustration of advanced cardiac screening technology in a professional setting.

ScienceOct 102 min

Routine Cardiac Screening Uncovers Undetected Heart Attack in Cardiff Man

A man from Cardiff, Simon Morris, discovered he had suffered a silent heart attack after undergoing a paid cardiac screening, which led to necessary treatment and has since motivated him to support the screening charity.

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ScienceOct 101 min

Hong Kong Reports 21 Mpox Cases Since August; Latest Case Involved 29-Year-Old Man

The Centre for Health Protection reported that 21 mpox cases have been documented in Hong Kong since August, with the most recent case involving a 29-year-old man. The total number of cases this year has reached 30.

A green sea turtle emerging from the sand at dawn near the ocean.

ScienceOct 101 min

Malaysia's Green Turtle Recovery Faces Threats Despite Decades of Conservation Efforts

While conservation efforts have aided the recovery of Malaysia's green turtles over several decades, the species' progress is currently jeopardized by issues such as limited budgets, rising fuel expenses, and poaching, according to the South China Morning Post.