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Year: 2026
Scientists Discover Why Some DNA-Doubled Cells Refuse to Die Offering Cancer Clues
The finding sheds light on how cells with double genetic material behave abnormally in processes linked to ageing.
Beet Juice Lowers Blood Pressure in Older Adults in Just Two Weeks
The largest study of its kind found nitrate-rich beetroot juice reshapes oral bacteria to reduce blood pressure.
Common Heart Drug Beta Blocker Found Useless and Possibly Dangerous After Heart Attacks
A massive international study could upend 40 years of treatment after finding no real benefit from beta blockers.
New NIH Research Reveals Why GLP-1 Drugs Like Semaglutide Work Differently in Different People
Scientists found semaglutide sparks different responses in appetite-controlling brain cells across individuals.
US Treasury Has Not Declared Insolvency Despite Viral Facebook Posts
FactCheck confirmed the viral claim is based on misreading an opinion piece and has no basis in official documents.
Republicans’ $1 Billion Ballroom Claim Requires Important Context About White House Funding Bill
FactCheck confirmed congressional Republicans did propose $1 billion for White House security and upgrades.
Pakistani Man Who Hacked 31 X Accounts to Post Fake Iran War Updates Identified
X’s Head of Product said the accounts were renamed to Iran War Monitor variants to spread AI-generated videos.
X Demonetises Accounts Sharing AI War Images Without Disclosure Following Surge in Fake Content
The platform enacted the 90-day penalty rule after a wave of undisclosed AI-generated Iran war imagery went viral.
Port Sudan Explosion Photos Falsely Circulated as Iranian Attack on US Base in Djibouti
Images from the May 2025 Port Sudan incident were falsely presented as a new Iranian airstrike on Camp Lemonnier.