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The measles outbreak that began in west Texas in late January 2025 continues to grow, with 400 confirmed cases in Texas and ...

Just when you thought you could relax about putative 'city killer' asteroid 2024 YR4, back it comes, with a vengeance.

Scientists said Wednesday they have developed the world's tiniest pacemaker, a temporary heartbeat regulator smaller than a grain of rice that can be injected and controlled by light before dissolving ...