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Hemoglobin A1c: What are the main symptoms of elevated levels in the body?

- Glucose is a type of sugar found in the blood, derived from the foods a person eats. The body's cells use glucose for energy, with the help of a hormone called "insulin" that facilitates the entry of glucose into the cells.

Riviera Plus2 minutesMonday, 21 September 2026 at 10:03

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The Queen of Mysteries.. Archaeologists Are Approaching the Discovery of Nefertiti's Tomb

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Riviera Plus3 minutesMonday, 21 September 2026 at 09:19

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The Largest Dam in Europe Gets New Coral Reefs Straight from the Printer

- For nearly 100 years, the longest dam in Europe has prevented the Netherlands from flooding, but it has destroyed the marine life around it. Now, a small Dutch company is seeking to restore what was lost by 3D printing coral reefs.

Riviera Plus2 minutesMonday, 21 September 2026 at 08:44

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Scientific Fact: Consuming Whole Grains is Beneficial for Your Health

- Extensive research conducted over the past two decades has shown that following a diet rich in whole grains is associated with a reduced risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol levels, type 2 diabetes, and maintaining a healthy weight. In a new analysis, researchers reviewed dozens of studies to delve into

Riviera Plus4 minutesMonday, 21 September 2026 at 08:32

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6 Ways Air Travel Affects Your Body

- Despite the enjoyment that travel brings to many, it imposes changes on the body that can sometimes be concerning and annoying. The website "Cleveland Clinic" in America, quoting family physician Matthew Goldman, published a set of simple tips to consider. (Watch the video above) Travel

Riviera Plus1 minuteMonday, 21 September 2026 at 07:53

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"Nurseries" Prepare Endangered Sharks for Return to the Ocean

- Off the coast of Kri Island in the Raja Ampat archipelago of Indonesia, spotted sharks measuring about one meter glide underwater, in a scene that environmental advocates say was, until recently, extremely rare. Zebra sharks (also known as leopard sharks) have long lived in the coral reefs extending across the region.

Riviera Plus5 minutesSunday, 20 September 2026 at 13:42

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Did you talk about a product and it appeared to you? This is the truth about phones spying on us

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Riviera Plus3 minutesSunday, 20 September 2026 at 11:18

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A Tick Bite Changes an American Man's Life.. He Must Learn to Walk and Talk Again

- Retired pharmacist John Regan was enjoying the early months of his retirement when he removed a tick from his skin in early May. The 66-year-old American did not pay much attention to it, as the resident of Concord, New Hampshire, was used to spending time outdoors.

Riviera Plus5 minutesSunday, 20 September 2026 at 10:40

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mRNA Vaccines May Treat New Types of Cancer

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Riviera Plus4 minutesSunday, 20 September 2026 at 08:22

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Scientific Warning.. One Nightly Habit May Change the Shape of Your Heart While You Sleep

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Riviera Plus2 minutesSaturday, 19 September 2026 at 15:30

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New Study: Water Shortage May Hinder Building Cities on the Moon

- If you, like Elon Musk, dream of a future where large numbers of humans can live on the moon, you will likely feel disappointed. Despite the possibility of trillions of pounds of water trapped within tiny glass beads scattered across the lunar surface, scientists estimate that this amount will not be sufficient to sustain life in the long term.

Riviera Plus5 minutesSaturday, 19 September 2026 at 10:28

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What Does the +H Sign That Sometimes Appears on Your Phone Mean?

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Riviera Plus3 minutesSaturday, 19 September 2026 at 09:57

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Robots 'Wild Wolves' and Drones.. How Does Japan Face Bears?

- Bear attacks in Japan have reached a record level, with 13 people dead and more than 220 others injured between April 2025 and March 2026, compared to 3 deaths and 82 injuries during the same period the previous year. As autumn approaches, the season when bears prepare for winter, authorities have raised the alert level.

Riviera Plus5 minutesSaturday, 19 September 2026 at 07:20

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Did You Start Your Sexual Experiences Late? Here’s the Bright Side

Editor’s Note: Ian Kerner is a licensed therapist specializing in marriage and family, and a writer and contributor on relationships for Ofoq News. His latest work is a guide for couples titled "So Tell Me About the Last Time You Had Sex." - Who wants to date these days?

Riviera Plus6 minutesSaturday, 19 September 2026 at 05:42

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The Color of Urine Reveals Much About Your Health.. When Should You Worry?

- Normally, urine color is yellowish straw, while abnormal urine color may be cloudy, dark, or blood-colored. The medlineplus website, part of the National Library of Medicine in the U.S., indicated that changes in urine color may result from infections, diseases, medications, or certain foods.

Riviera Plus2 minutesFriday, 18 September 2026 at 08:04

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Stunning Shot Shows Abnormal Movement of Lung Cells Under Microscopy

- A stunning video documenting the precise movement of cells from a child with a rare genetic disorder won the 16th edition of the Nikon Small World in Motion competition. Researcher Ning Shou from Tsinghua University in Beijing, China, used advanced microscopy tools to capture abnormal movement.

Riviera Plus2 minutesFriday, 18 September 2026 at 04:35

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Will Artificial Intelligence Really Annihilate All of Humanity? And How Could This Happen?

Brown from Ofoq News - Experts in the field of artificial intelligence believe that this technology could lead to the extinction of the entire human race; they even specifically claim that it could wipe out humanity within this decade. This issue raised widespread concern last week among politicians and major news organizations.

Riviera Plus9 minutesThursday, 17 September 2026 at 23:12

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Are there reasons that drive young people to reduce their use of social media?

- After parents thought that nothing could drive young people to reduce their use of social media, there may be an idea worth trying. A study published in the medical journal JAMA Health Forum earlier this month found that teenagers and young adults who saw warnings that social media may

Riviera Plus5 minutesThursday, 17 September 2026 at 13:33

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The Earliest Use of Drugs Introduced Prehistoric Humans into a "Spiral of Pain"

- The skeletal remains of two prehistoric foragers found on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi show clear signs that humans began using mind-altering substances thousands of years ago. The areca nut, a seed from the fruit of the areca palm, is the fourth most commonly used substance in terms of...

Riviera Plus6 minutesThursday, 17 September 2026 at 12:54

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Excavations in Chinese Caves Reveal Secrets of the Mysterious Denisovans

- Archaeologists excavating in a cave in southwestern China have discovered fossilized remains belonging to a mysterious group of extinct hominins, revealing new details about their way of life. Among the remains are 4 teeth, a part of an arm bone, and two fragments of a skull, bringing the total number of known Denisovan fossils to more than 20.

Riviera Plus6 minutesThursday, 17 September 2026 at 12:41

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10 billion dollars annually to cool the planet.. and scientists warn of risks

- One company has a seemingly simple plan to help save planet Earth, which involves using a food additive and a mineral that gives eggshells their hardness, producing nanoparticles from them, and then spraying these particles into the atmosphere to cool the world. The Israeli-American company "Stardust Solutions" is seeking to

Riviera Plus7 minutesThursday, 17 September 2026 at 12:11

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A Rare Snake with a Spider-Like Tail.. What is the Secret Behind This Strange Formation?

- In the dry and harsh climate of the Zagros Mountains in western Iran, life has found an amazing way to survive. Then, one might glimpse what at first appeared to be a plump spider climbing the rocks.

Riviera Plus6 minutesThursday, 17 September 2026 at 06:06

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State of Emergency Declared in Fiji: One in 60 People Carry HIV

- The country of Fiji, a small nation located in the Pacific Ocean, has declared a national state of emergency due to an outbreak of the HIV virus; this comes amid rising infection rates, which are partly attributed to the worsening problem of methamphetamine use. Current estimates indicate that one in every 60 adults in this archipelago.

Riviera Plus2 minutesWednesday, 16 September 2026 at 10:19

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Dim Light During Sleep May Pose a Hidden Risk to Heart Health

- A new study revealed that exposure to a small amount of light during sleep may change the shape and function of heart muscles, increasing the risk of heart disease in the future. Dr. Lou Chi, the lead author of the study, who holds the distinguished HCA Regents Chair, and is a professor and director of the Obesity Research Center at Tulane University, stated

Riviera Plus4 minutesWednesday, 16 September 2026 at 09:53

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Lump in the Neck: Causes of Swollen Lymph Nodes and How to Deal with Them

- Lymph nodes, also known as lymph glands, are part of the lymphatic system responsible for fighting infections. They act as a filter for a type of body fluid called "lymph"; when lymph fluid passes through these nodes, they purify it from waste and harmful germs.

Riviera Plus3 minutesWednesday, 16 September 2026 at 08:48

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Why Working from Home May Harm Your Mental Health?

- Since April, Matthew Gorin has been working about 75 hours a week remotely from his home office near Portland, Oregon, where he spends most of his time alone. Gorin said, "Isolation, with all its new and different aspects, can sometimes be difficult for someone who is socially outgoing."

Riviera Plus5 minutesWednesday, 16 September 2026 at 08:33

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Vitamin D, Magnesium, and Iron: What is the Best Time to Take These Supplements?

- Did you know that the way you take dietary supplements can affect how much your body benefits from them? Here are the main tips provided by Syrian clinical nutritionist Tala Al-Samsam in an interview with Ofoq News in Arabic: It is preferable to take it with a meal that contains healthy fats, such as avocado or olive oil, for

Riviera Plus1 minuteWednesday, 16 September 2026 at 06:37

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Sugar Alternatives: What Are Their Benefits and Risks?

- Sugar alternatives are substances used instead of sweeteners that contain sugar or sugar alcohols. They are also known by other names such as artificial sweeteners, non-nutritive sweeteners, and calorie-free sweeteners. Sugar alternatives may be beneficial for people looking to lose weight; they provide a

Riviera Plus4 minutesTuesday, 15 September 2026 at 12:04

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Rapid Heartbeats.. What Causes Palpitations Without Effort?

- Heart palpitations are defined as an acceleration or strength in the pulse that is out of the ordinary, felt by the person in their chest, and sometimes extending to the neck. The Australian healthdirect website mentioned that a person may sometimes feel their heart beating strongly or dropping, or beating quickly with a fluttering sensation.

Riviera Plus2 minutesTuesday, 15 September 2026 at 08:07

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Reaching 10,000 Steps Is Not the Only Path to Health.. Make This Simple Adjustment

- If you are committed to achieving a specific number of steps daily, you may overlook another important element in the equation: walking speed. A study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine on Tuesday showed that walking at a faster pace, even with fewer steps, may be associated with a reduced risk of early death to a degree similar to walking a higher number of steps.

Riviera Plus5 minutesSunday, 13 September 2026 at 10:19

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Two Human Ancestors 'Ghosts' Left a Mark on Our DNA.. What Did Researchers Discover?

- The human genetic code may hold clues capable of solving the mystery of human ancestors who have no clear existence in the fossil record, yet their traces remain present in the genes of people living today. Scientists discovered years ago that Homo sapiens interbred with human relatives that later went extinct.

Riviera Plus5 minutesSaturday, 29 August 2026 at 13:47

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Surprise.. The remains of a prominent Bronze Age metalworker belong to a woman

- A new DNA analysis has revealed that human remains from the Bronze Age, previously thought to belong to a prominent metalworker, actually belong to a woman. This discovery raises questions about long-held beliefs regarding the nature of ancient British society. The skeleton, which dates back to the...

Riviera Plus4 minutesSaturday, 29 August 2026 at 10:59

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The clearest image captured of the sun reveals mysterious details

- The world's most powerful solar telescope has captured high-resolution images of the visible surface of the sun, revealing a hidden process that stimulates solar activity. The Inouye Solar Telescope, operated by the National Science Foundation and located near the summit of the "Haleakalā" volcano on the island of Maui in Hawaii, focused on a magnetically active region near a sunspot.

Riviera Plus5 minutesThursday, 6 August 2026 at 15:38

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Lived 550 million years ago.. The oldest animal with a head showed a preference for its right side

- If you use your right hand for writing or performing your daily tasks, the roots of this trait may trace back to a worm-like creature that lived about 550 million years ago and tended to bend to the right. This creature, known as "Spriggina floundersi," appeared in the seas of the Ediacaran period, which lasted from 635 to 542 million years ago.

Riviera Plus5 minutesTuesday, 14 July 2026 at 09:59

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Stress Can Be Positive.. 5 Tips to Benefit from It

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - We often hear the phrase "stress harms our health".. and this is true, as stress causes a wide range of diseases, especially when it becomes chronic and persistent.

Riviera Plus4 minutesMonday, 7 April 2025 at 11:34

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Types of Diabetes: How Do They Differ and Which Is the Most Common?

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Diabetes is a health condition caused by having too much sugar in the blood, where a diabetic patient has difficulty converting glucose (a type of sugar) into energy, which can lead to elevated blood sugar levels. Blood glucose levels are usually controlled by a hormone called

Riviera Plus2 minutesThursday, 5 December 2024 at 11:13

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Study: Having Children Through Alternative Methods Does Not Affect Their Relationship with Parents and Their Well-Being

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Parents should stop worrying that their children will face difficulties upon learning that they were conceived through assisted reproductive technologies. A decade-long study published this week found that "the children are fine."

Riviera Plus6 minutesFriday, 14 April 2023 at 15:26