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These robots can clean, exercise – and care for your elderly parents. Would you trust them to?
It sounds like something from a sci-fi film – but some scientists believe this clever new tech could help alleviate strains on the UK care system Source link
Men may have to exercise more than women to get same heart benefits
Among over-50s, women seem to require less exercise than men to get the same reduction in heart disease risk, suggesting health guidelines need to be updated Source link
Bird flu confirmed at commercial poultry premises
Defra says a 3km (1.9 mile) protection zone is in place and all birds at the site will be culled. Source link
Teenager builds advanced robot hand entirely from Lego pieces
A four-fingered robotic hand built from Lego Mindstorms pieces can push, pull and grip with almost as much force as a leading 3D-printed hand Source link
South Korea's fishermen keep dying. Is climate change to blame?
An increase in deadly incidents has been partly caused by climate change, an inquiry found. Source link
Testosterone helps libido in menopause – can it treat other symptoms?
A growing body of research suggests testosterone replacement therapy can alleviate menopausal symptoms such as a decrease in libido, mood swings and brain fog. But some in the field are sceptical Source link
BBC Inside Science
The bionic microchip implant which allows registered blind people to see again. Source link
Thames Water given lowest one star rating for repeated sewage spills
England’s water companies had their worst combined score since assessment began in 2011. Source link
New Scientist recommends Material World at Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
The books, TV, games and more that New Scientist staff have enjoyed this week Source link
Colour e-paper screen offers high-res video with low energy use
Future smartphones and other devices could have colour e-paper displays, thanks to a new technique that lets such screens display video while minimising energy usage Source link