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If the universe is expanding in all directions, why is Andromeda hurtling toward the Milky Way?
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Interestingly, electrically stimulating the cingulum bundle also seems to reduce anxiety.
The psychological disconnect between humans and other animals puts all forms of life at risk.
Good bacteria are our friends. We need to protect them.
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Can the keto diet really help people combat acne, cancer and “brain fog”?
The counterintuitive findings bode well for stoners, but more research is needed.
The spike in measles cases stems from three outbreaks in Washington and New York.
“Dinner and drinks” may take on a new, more provocative meaning.
Hint: Both lead to the same metabolic state.
Want to change your diet? The easiest method might be to start exercising.
As plant-based burgers get tastier and the health benefits become clearer, we might soon see more carnivores go meatless.
Need to reduce your stress? Try thinking of the face of your better half.
A new review article makes the case that you can always use it.
Chemo is our best response to cancer so far. A novel new therapy could render it obsolete.
Getting to close to a black hole is a nightmare waiting to happen.
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It’s all about holding on to the heat you have.
Researchers at the University of Basel in Switzerland have hijacked cancer’s cellular plasticity to turn the disease against itself.
A wealthy team doesn’t automatically make for a successful team.
For Damien Echols, tattoos are part of his existential armor.
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A NASA astronomer explains how astronauts dispose of their, uh, dark matter.
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A growing body of research shows promising signs that the keto diet might be able to improve mental health.
Evolution doesn’t clean up after itself very well.
6 keys to warding off premature death.
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Folios cheese wraps can be a surprisingly healthy substitute for traditional tortillas. Of course, there’s a catch.
A blank canvas for generations of science.
As the popularity of sparkling waters grows, many wonder if it represents a fresh turning point or a crisp new snake oil.
You can become a tree or even the soil supporting it.
Turns out the more we desire a food, the more we have to consume to feel satiated.