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Tau Ceti: Sun-Like Star May Host Habitable Planet

Astronomers have discovered evidence that one of the closest stars to Earth, Tau Ceti, may host five planets – with one in the star’s habitable zone.

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New Planet 22 Light-Years From Earth May Potentially Host Liquid Water

A new planet that lies 22 light-years from Earth has been identified by an international team of astronomers as a likely candidate for hosting liquid water.

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Can Tech Help You Sleep Better?

Asia is going through a sleep crisis, worse than anywhere else in the world, leading to a growth in the market of sleep wearables. But how much do they help?
Amputees Get A Leg Up With New Tech

Researchers and clinicians in Asia continue to advance prosthetic limb technology to make it more effective and accessible for patients in the region.
She’s Got It

A growing FemTech market in Asia is empowering women to manage their reproductive health.

Tau Ceti: Sun-Like Star May Host Habitable Planet

New Planet 22 Light-Years From Earth May Potentially Host Liquid Water

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Can Tech Help You Sleep Better?

Amputees Get A Leg Up With New Tech

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