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Scientists say they have built a cell from scratch for the first time that can feed, grow and replicate like a natural cell.

Ever heard that bananas are radioactive? It sounds alarming until you learn the science. The fruit does contain a tiny amount ...

A neurologist has issued a warning about a specific type of headache that could “kill you in hours”. He urged people they ...

Food labels such as “sell by,” “use by” and “best by” have long been confused for expiration dates on grocery products.