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Does the Omius headband really reduce the body temperature of Olympic athletes?

At the 2024 Olympic Marathon, some athletes used special Omius cooling headbands, but their actual effectiveness is questionable. Studies have shown that these headbands do not significantly affect body temperature or ra...
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How pseudoscientific nonsense about genetics spread from russian websites to Ukrainian Facebook

Russian pseudoscience about heredity and intelligence has also appeared on Ukrainian Facebook, where it is spread as a scientific fact. These fakes, based on old and incorrect research, mislead readers, in particular by ...
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How Russian propaganda quietly promotes its narratives to Western audiences through posts about culture, history and science

An analysis of three English-language social media accounts with millions of followers revealed how these platforms are actually promoting pro-Kremlin narratives under the guise of neutral content. We reveal all the deta...
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How to avoid manipulation of scientific research in journalism

Today's article is about how journalists use scientific research in the pursuit of sensationalism, often without proper understanding or analysis of its quality. Science-related articles can contain contradictory or even...
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Is the 5G network really harmful to health? The struggle of Mala Uholka villagers against a mobile phone tower

In the village of Mala Uholka, local residents are opposed to the installation of a 5G network due to concerns about their health and the possible impact on tourism. We look into the situation and find out whether these ...
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Pseudoscience with a taste of salt

Ukrainian healthcare facilities are increasingly investing in salt rooms, convinced of their health benefits. However, the measure, which is supposed to mimic the therapeutic effect of salt caves, has not received adequa...
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“Blue zones”: the secret to longevity or a statistical error?

Articles mentioning “blue zones” appear in Ukrainian media almost every week, often revolving around the topics of longevity and the diets that allegedly influence it. Discussing “blue zones” in the context of th...
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Turmeric can be a fantastic spice, but not a medicine

To date, an extensive amount of research is dedicated to examining curcumin, the primary component found in turmeric. However, when it comes to realizing significant health benefits, the use of curcumin has its own nuanc...
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Do solar cycles have any connection to historical events?

Today, we’ll talk about solar cycles and examine how the Ukrainian media manipulates the connection between these cycles and historical events.