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Male fertility crisis? Israeli global study finds 54% drop in testosterone levels over five decades

A large meta-analysis, studying five decades, has found a dramatic and sustained decline in testosterone levels among men, raising concerns that the male fertility crisis is deeply misunderstood.

Hebrew University of Jerusalem
LIVE IMAGING of ear tissue shows that blocking the Notch pathway disrupts stable cell structure, forcing green supporting cells to transform into red hair cells.

Breakthrough Israeli study finds potential path to reversing hearing loss

Australian authorities investigate ‘space balls’ that washed ashore in northern Queensland, July 5, 2026.

Not your everyday beach balls: Six mysterious 'space balls' wash up on Australian shore

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AI doesn't replace good writers, it demands better judgment, researchers find - study


Bread dead redemption: Scientists bake sourdough with yeast grown in 5,300-year-old mummy

Sarhan also told AFP the team would consider using the yeast to brew beer, but the published study focused on more serious uses for their discovery.

The mummy of an iceman named Oetzi, discovered on 1991 in the Italian Schnal Valley glacier, is displayed at the Archaeological Museum of Bolzano on February 28, 2011 during an official presentation of the reconstrution.

Can virtual reality teach the 'feel' of medicine? New Israeli study says not yet

Ancient dissections of Galen reveal a gap in modern medical training: tacit, hands-on skills still can’t be fully taught by digital tools.

(Illustrative) A doctor uses AI for a medical screening.

Who's a good boy? Study suggests interacting with pets may not improve stress, negative emotions

The team’s initial focus was to better understand the nuances of how having a pet affects owners’ emotional well-being, and whether the benefits of pet ownership vary depending on the pet you have.

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How to find the perfect summer camp in Jerusalem for your kids and teens

Discover how to match your child, teenager with the right Jerusalem summer camp for a fun, safe, and enriching summer experience.

 Groups participating in the summer camp programs.

WATCH: Two sperm whales spotted off coast of Ashdod by University of Haifa researchers

The team was originally slated to perform surveys over the course of six days, but instead were called to shore after one day due to Iranian missile strikes.

Researchers at University of Haifa spot two sperm whales off coast of Ashdod, June 8, 2026.

“The future is already here”: AI reshapes Computer Science education at Reichman University

“AI is no longer the future - it is the language of the present.”

Oral inflammation may impair female fertility, new Israeli research shows

Could gum disease affect fertility? A new study suggests oral inflammation may impair reproductive health.

An illustrative image of a mouth swab for DNA testing

Air pollution and extreme heat linked to more migraine attacks, Israeli study finds

Israeli scientists find air pollution exposure tied to a higher risk of migraine attacks.

Migraine (illustrative)

AI tools can help reduce anxiety and depression symptoms, Israeli study finds

Study finds conversational AI provides strong mental health support and lowers anxiety symptoms.

Mourners hug each other at a funeral in Jerusalem in March during the latest Iranian conflict.

Can fungus farming make tomatoes taste better? Israeli researchers say yes

Israeli researchers show a fungal extract can boost crop yields, improve taste, and reduce reliance on chemical fertilizers.

NEGEV DESERT - APRIL 06 2011:Israeli farmers desert farming planting vines in a desert farm in the Negev, Israel. Israel is a world-leader in agricultural technologies despite its dry climate