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Sound from the Aztec skull whistle: 'Extremely aversive and scary'
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Researchers have tested how people react to the sound. The whistle may have been used in sacrificial rituals.
on Sun, 2AM
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Found jewellery and a unique coin: Three women were buried here during the Viking Age
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On a small rocky knoll on the west coast of Norway, archaeologists have uncovered a rich burial ground from the Viking Age.
on Fri, 9PM
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Report: Midwives can suffer hearing damage from the screams of women giving birth
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The average noise level during childbirth can pose a risk to those working in the delivery ward. Paediatric nurses and midwives are particularly vulnerable, a report shows.
on Dec 16
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Norwegian archaeology find of the year: The remains of this Viking ship
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Archaeologists discovered several traces of an enormous Viking ship at the Myklebust burial mound. They also found a message in a bottle from the person who first excavated here, 150 years ago.
on Nov 25
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A 1,300-year-old arrow and horse dung have emerged from a melting Norwegian glacier
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“It’s a type of arrow that is very, very rare,” researcher says.
on Oct 4
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Three quarters of Norwegian youth are not getting enough sleep. 'It affects both school and leisure time,' says researcher Erik Grasaas. He wants healthy sleep habits included in the school curriculum.
on Sep 17
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New discovery of Viking treasure: “This is undoubtedly the most significant event of my career”
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The Viking treasure was buried under what was presumably the thralls’ house.
on Sep 14
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The first vaccine against lung cancer has been administered
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Despite the fact that many people have stopped smoking, lung cancer is still the cancer that takes the most lives in Norway. Researchers are now testing a vaccine that could give patients hope for far better survival rates.
on Sep 10
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Everything has to have somewhere to live
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Here on RV “Kronprins Haakon” in the northern Barents Sea we are our own tiny world, living and working together in a bubble almost completely remote from our regular world. In our microcosm we are reminded that we all have to have some place to live, and to also understand how it works, so that...
on Aug 26
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Have you ever watched the colors of the sunset over the sea – then suddenly the beautiful moment is gone, and darkness surrounds you. Arctic sea ice is like that - a temporary and beautiful landscape constantly presenting moments that are suddenly gone, if you dare to blink.
on Aug 26
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New report: One in four 10-12-year-olds takes painkillers weekly
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A recent survey reveals that 26 per cent of Norwegian children in 5th to 7th grade take painkillers at least once a week, with the highest percentage, 34 per cent, among girls in 7th grade.
on Aug 25
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This ship part found in Norway is much older than archaeologists first thought
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The wood dates back to the late 11th century, close to the Viking Age.
on Jul 18
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What did people use as rain gear in the past?
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ASK A RESEARCHER: It wasn’t until the 1980s that we were able to be completely dry and warm.
on Jul 18
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Why does physical activity exacerbate symptoms in ME/CFS and long Covid patients?
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“It can resemble overtraining in athletes,” says Professor Nina Vøllestad.
on Jul 11
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Physical and social activities are healthy for everyone. What's life like when you can't tolerate them?
on Jul 9
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Pollinators' 10 favourite Nordic plants
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From spring to fall, pollinators sip nectar from various flowers while carrying pollen from one bloom to another. But which flowers do they prefer?
on Jun 28
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Archaeologists sound the alarm: Urgent action needed to preserve this Norwegian Viking ship
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Under layers of sand and soil, a Viking ship is rotting away.
on Jun 28
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Youth coaches must be especially careful: 'Three matches a week is too much'
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How can football clubs better control fatigue and recovery for their players? Håvard Wiig has clear advice after researching Norwegian elite players.
on Jun 28
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One in ten Norwegians has undergone cosmetic surgery – doubling in 16 years
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10 per cent of participants in a Norwegian study report having altered their appearance with surgery, a significant increase since 2008. Many struggle with chronic pain afterwards.
on Jun 26
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Why are so many more people developing asthma and allergies now compared to before?
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The number of Norwegians with asthma and allergies has increased dramatically since the mid-1900s.
on Jun 24
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Here, young adults may receive a trial basic income – the first such scheme in Norway
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By providing a guaranteed minimum income to all young people under the age of 30 who are out of work or further education, the Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration in this city hopes to encourage more people to enter the workforce. But will they bother to work then?
on Jun 5
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These animals are drained of blood in order to save human lives
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It looks a bit like a scene from a sci-fi movie.
on May 31
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EU-study: One in four Norwegians do not believe that climate change is caused by humans
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While eight in ten Italians believe that climate change is caused by humans, only six in ten Norwegians believe the same, according to a new study.
on May 19
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Most Norwegians think they have a responsibility to cut greenhouse gas emissions
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But there is no consensus as to what should actually be done.
on May 19
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You live your life mostly in nitrogen – without even thinking about it
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Nitrogen is by far the largest component of the air you breathe – without doing much directly. Yet it is essential for all life on Earth.
on May 16
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Bible scholars have debated the existence of God’s wife for 30 years. But you will hardly ever hear about this in church.
on May 2
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“Our urine is worth its weight in gold,” says researcher
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Urine can be used as fertiliser for our plants.
on Apr 24
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Do we care that red meat is bad for the climate, or do we just eat what we want?
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Norwegians are not going to cut their meat consumption enough even if they believe the climate impact is important, says a researcher behind a new Norwegian study.
on Apr 15
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Over 50,000 Norwegian students were asked if they used energy drinks and how well they slept. Those who drank even small amounts of energy drinks had significantly greater problems with sleep than other students.
on Apr 9
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“Today's democracy cannot save us from the climate crisis”
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We need a third alternative between democracy and eco-fascism, according to philosopher Odin Lysaker. In a new book, he advocates ecological love.
on Apr 8
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Dust bunnies may be toxic: Researcher advises vacuuming often
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House dust can contain many different environmental toxins.
on Apr 3
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Norwegian Institute of Public Health: Children have been more affected by flu after the pandemic
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The protection against influenza among the youngest children dropped significantly during the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a new report from NIPH.
on Apr 3
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People liked AI art – when they thought it was made by humans
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But people were bad at assessing whether images were made by artificial intelligence or an artist.
on Apr 1
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ME/CFS may be caused by an imbalance in the brain
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'We may have identified the physiological centre of fatigue,' says the researcher behind a comprehensive study that has received a lot of attention.
on Mar 25
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Increased risk of major bark beetle outbreaks – also in Norway
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Fewer spruce trees and softer clearcut edges can prevent and mitigate future bark beetle outbreaks.
on Mar 21
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Can the BCG vaccine protect against Alzheimer's disease?
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It looks promising, says a Norwegian researcher. Influencing the immune system may be able to prevent Alzheimer's disease.
on Mar 14
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Researchers found something surprising when deceased drivers were autopsied
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Norwegian men have heart attacks more often than was known and die a natural death behind the wheel. And a fairly large proportion of drivers in fatal collisions have likely taken their own lives.
on Mar 12
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Norwegian study: People who have had Covid-19 have a poorer memory
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They also have a worse memory than those who have not had Covid-19.
on Mar 6
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Why is there so much methane in the atmosphere right now?
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The greenhouse gas methane is 28 times more powerful than CO2, and its presence is increasing in the atmosphere.
on Mar 1
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OPINION: Kevin Hall is behind the study on ultra-processed food that everyone is talking about. But how convinced is he himself that the processing of food is the cause of obesity and disease?
on Mar 1
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Muscle strength can influence sexual function in ageing men
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The researchers behind the study aim to break the taboos concering sexual dysfunction among men.
on Feb 23
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Archaeologists may have found a marketplace from the Viking Age
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The unique discovery was made using ground-penetrating radar.
on Feb 22
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Oil from a microbe may become important in the fight against cardiovascular diseases
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Microbe-derived oils reduce the level of harmful cholesterol and lipids in the blood. So far, they have only been tested on zebrafish, but new research paves the way for new methods to study the health benefits of marine oils.
on Jan 22
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Do you know why you choose the music you listen to?
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SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: Algorithmic music recommendations are everywhere. Why do people resist to acknowledge them?
on Jan 21
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Breakthrough discoveries of how the brain stores memories
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How do you remember what happened yesterday, or in your childhood, or right now? Norwegian researchers are on the trail of a new and important piece in the large puzzle that is our brain.
on Jan 5
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Reindeer sleep while chewing their cud
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Researchers report that the more time reindeer spend ruminating, the less sleepy they become. Chewing cud reduces the animals' need for sleep in the summer, which gives them more time to find food.
on Dec 30
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How much insulation should we be using now that the climate is changing?
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Recent research indicates that the best environmental solution is in fact to install less insulation in our homes and consume more electricity for heating. But first, some preconditions have to be met.
on Dec 27
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The new findings may help prevent enamel damage in children.
on Dec 21, 2023
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Is teeth whitening actually harmful?
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“The whitening agent is acidic, so it is not something we recommend doing too often,” researcher Aida Mulic says.
on Dec 20, 2023