Biology
New analysis finds more than a third of tree species are at risk of extinction
The world's trees are under serious threat, with large numbers of species on the brink of extinction, according to a new global analysis.
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Health
The human mind is not designed to stay awake past midnight.
After midnight, negative emotions tend to capture our attention more than positive emotions.
Discover science
'Splitting' the Earth is the idea that helps humans overcome the 6th mass extinction!
The sixth mass extinction has begun, and without drastic action, we risk losing millions of plant and animal species.
Health
How does chronic anxiety damage the heart?
Anxiety is the body's natural response to life's dangers.
Environment
Climate change puts Southeast Asia at risk of 'sinister pit'
Many experts say that climate change makes countries in the Southeast Asian region face more risks stemming from sinkholes.
Cancer
Unexpected link discovered between coffee and liver cancer
Research shows that drinking coffee regularly can help reduce the risk of liver cancer. Let's explore the type of coffee you should drink to get this effect.
Cancer
Study Shows Risk of Carcinogens in Food Packaging
New research into chemicals in food packaging and plastic utensils has raised concerns about their effects on human health.
Food safety
Risk of food poisoning due to storing too much food in the refrigerator
Storing too many types of food in the same refrigerator compartment hinders cooling, causing food to spoil quickly, increasing the risk of food poisoning when consumed.
Flu epidemic
New characteristic discovered that makes H5N1 bird flu virus easily transmitted to humans
The study highlights the increased risk of avian influenza exposure for dairy farm workers and the need for more widespread use of personal protective equipment such as…
Flu epidemic
New pandemic risk from avian influenza virus
Scientists are increasingly concerned that gaps in bird flu surveillance could lead to a global pandemic.
Health
Research shows heavy metal poisoning increases the risk of cardiovascular disease
Exposure to heavy metals such as cadmium, uranium and copper can cause not only cancer, neurological and reproductive problems, but also cardiovascular disease, a new st…
Health
Heat increases the risk of premature birth
A new study in the US shows that heat increases the rate of premature birth, affecting the health of both mother and newborn, especially in low-income people.
Environment
Flood warning maps from Japan will help Vietnam reduce damage
According to the Japanese Ministry of Land, it would be helpful if Vietnam and three other Southeast Asian countries had maps that clearly showed flood risk in target ar…
Environment
Half of the world's mangrove forests are at risk of completely disappearing
According to the latest survey by an international conservation organization, half of the world's mangrove ecosystems are at risk of being destroyed due to human activit…
Health
A 'specialty' dish of the season: Vietnamese people love it but there is a potential risk of illness, which can cause death
It is currently the fall season of catching grasshoppers and locusts. Rural specialties such as crispy fried grasshoppers and roasted grasshoppers are loved by many Viet…