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The complaint focuses around ‘misleading’ and ‘deceptive’ advertising on a Joe Rogan-promoted health product

The Neanderthals (Homo neanderthalensis) fascinate researchers and the general public alike. They remain central to debates about the nature of the genus Homo (the broad biological classification that humans and their relatives fall into). Neanderthals are also vital for understanding the uniqueness or otherwise of our species, Homo sapiens.

A middle-aged American man with no previous medical history was found unconscious in his hotel room, with “unidentified crushed pills and a white residue” on a nearby table, according to a recent paper in BMJ Case Reports. White powder was visible around the man’s mouth.

From dementia to mild cognitive impairment, it’s easy to be terrified of what ageing will do our minds. But the vast majority of us can reduce the danger – especially if we look after our bodies

Plus the one thing parents need to focus on (and it's not just the diet)

Your brain is wired to need order to feel safe, he should respect that

Researchers discover hue-selective neurons in fruit flies' brains, revealing intricate neural mechanisms behind color perception.

The Lovatos relocated from Guatemala to Ohio for their son, who has the rare genetic disorder Canavan disease

Neuralink, founded by Elon Musk, seeks a second test subject for its brain implant device after initial trial setback.

24fps? 30fps? 60fps? Infinite? Immesurable? What is the right speed (and resolution) to fool the eye, and why?

When patients complain of symptoms such as lethargy, brain fog and low mood, doctors must deduce the cause – and a growing number are landing on hypothyroidism