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Could Exercise Be the Missing Piece in Treating Depression?
Feeling down? Lace up your sneakers - even light exercise can lift your mood and ease depression. Maskot/Getty Images
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Insiders Reveal: This Blood Test Spots Crohn's Years Before Symptoms Appear
A simple blood test could identify Crohn's disease years before symptoms appear, revolutionizing how this debilitating condition is predicted and prevented.
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Eyes Unlock the Secrets of Attentive Listening
Blinking is more than a mindless reflex - it's a window into how intently we focus. New research reveals blinking's surprising role in attentive listening.
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Tiny Tweak Catapults Mars Rockets to Twice the Speed
Cutting travel times to Mars: MIT student Taylor Hampson's NASA-backed research into nuclear thermal propulsion could revolutionize space exploration.
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Your Brain's Rhythm Reveals What's You and What's Not
Your brain's rhythm may hold the key to owning your body. Groundbreaking research reveals how neural signals shape our sense of self.
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Brazil Unlocks Secrets to Extreme Longevity
Centenarians in Brazil may hold the key to unlocking the mysteries of extreme human longevity, as researchers delve into their remarkable lifespans.
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Rakhine Storyteller Defies Danger to Amplify Unheard Voices in Myanmar
Fleeing home, fighting for freedom - the unbreakable spirit of a storyteller amplifies the untold tales of Myanmar's women reporters risking all for the truth.
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Unleash the Rebel Spirit: Jafa and Prince's Daring Biennale Collab Ignites Venice
Prepare to be captivated as the Fondazione Prada stages a must-see exhibition of Arthur Jafa and Richard Prince's works during the Venice Biennale, curated by the renowned Nancy Spector.
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Skating Stars Soar: USA's Olympic Aces Unveiled
Sixteen of America's top figure skaters are set to dazzle on the Olympic stage, from seasoned champions to rising stars poised to make their mark.
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Conquer the Silent Killer Affecting 9 in 10 Adults
Most U.S. adults have risk factors tied to a little-known condition called CKM syndrome, which connects heart disease, kidney problems, diabetes, and obesity into one powerful health threat. When these issues overlap, the danger rises far more than when they occur alone. Despite low awareness, peopl...
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Humble Coffee Farmer's Chance Discovery Unveils Hidden Gem of the Western Ghats
A chance coffee farm encounter led to the discovery of a mysterious new snake species in India's Western Ghats. Researchers have named it Rhinophis siruvaniensis, after its sole known habitat.
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Insider Scoop: How Ozempic and Wegovy Are Quietly Slashing America's Food Bills
Ozempic and Wegovy are reshaping American spending habits, with households cutting grocery bills by over 5% within six months, according to a large Cornell study.
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Perovskite solar cells crush stability woes
Perovskite solar cells, once fragile, now withstand the sun's scorching heat. Researchers at the University of Manchester have stabilized this low-cost technology, paving the way for mass market adoption.
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Celebrities Defy ICE Oppression, Wear Defiant Pins at Golden Globes
Celebrities used the Golden Globes stage to honor Renee Good, tragically killed by an ICE officer in Minneapolis last week, donning anti-ICE pins in a powerful tribute.
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Margam Park Unearths Buried Roman Villa, Poised to Become Wales' Pompeii
Buried beneath a beloved Welsh park lies a sprawling Roman villa, a remarkable relic of antiquity waiting to be uncovered.
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Amid Vaccine Doubts, RSV Shots Prove They Crush Hospitalizations
Vaccines slash RSV hospitalizations, yet US officials move to restrict access. Mounting evidence confirms the dramatic impact of these life-saving shots.
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From Seas to Sanctuaries: The Whales Reclaiming Ocean Viruses
Beneath the waves, a hidden viral world thrives within whales and orcas, unveiling the ocean's untold secrets.
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Confront the Racial Inequities Entrenched in Conservation
Confronting race, power, and exclusion - a new Nature paper argues these factors, not just technical details, drive conservation's persistent failures.
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Dialysis Patients Defy Heart Risks with Powerful Fish Oil Breakthrough
Dialysis patients taking daily fish oil saw a dramatic drop in heart attacks, strokes, and cardiac deaths, according to a groundbreaking new international trial. This could transform care for those on dialysis.
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Liver Macrophages Surrender as Breakthrough Molecule Halts Cirrhosis Onslaught
The liver's immune system holds the key to chronic liver disease - when it stays overactive, inflammation and scarring worsen. Gut signals exacerbate the issue by provoking immune cells to release harmful molecules.
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Hands of Fury: Dinosaur with Fearsome 1-Foot Claws Discovered
Unearthing the Extraordinary: Paleontologists unveil a trove of captivating dinosaur discoveries from the past year, igniting our imaginations.
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Keanu Reeves Revisits Iconic Photo 25 Years Later, Delighting Owner
Keanu Reeves is one of those celebrities who doesn’t appear to have let fame get to his head. We can’t remember ever hearing a scathing story about him being rude to a fan or acting like a jerk in public. Instead, those who’ve encountered The Matrix actor always seem to have nice things to say about...
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Genetic Hunt Reveals 331 Brain-Making Keys
Hundreds of genes that enable stem cells to transform into brain cells have been uncovered, including PEDS1 - a gene linked to a previously unknown neurodevelopmental disorder in children.
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Bruno Mars Tunes Crush the Charts, Elevate His Next Album
A decade-long wait is over - global superstar Bruno Mars returns with his highly anticipated new album, ready to captivate listeners once more.
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Centuries-Old Gold Ring Unearthed in Norway's Oldest Town
A stunning 800-year-old golden ring, discovered by archaeologist Linda Åsheim while excavating Norway's oldest town, defies the passage of time with its breathtaking beauty.
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Pulsar's Twinkle Shatters the Hidden Texture of Space
The gentle twinkle of a pulsar unveils the subtle bending and delaying of cosmic signals, offering a window into the hidden dynamics of space.
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Coral Reefs Unlock 59 Million Tons of Sustainable Seafood to Feed the World
Recovering reef fish populations could dramatically boost the global supply of sustainable seafood, transforming the future of marine ecosystems and food security.
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Does the Brain's Prehistoric Vision Circuit Outperform the Cortex?
Your visual perception stems from a 500-million-year-old brain system - a remarkable evolutionary legacy that shapes how you see the world.
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Could Pesticides be Fueling the Resurgence of Monarch Butterflies?
Hundreds of dead Western monarch butterflies found near their California sanctuary in 2024 were likely poisoned by pesticides, a new study reveals.
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Brave Citizens Defy Tyranny as Darkness Descends
Immigrants vanish, universities betray students, and regime change looms - a chilling portrait of America's descent into authoritarianism. What's next?
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Lifelong Pals Affleck and Damon Reveal the Unbreakable Bond That Survived 40 Years of Hollywood Highs and Lows
Lifelong friends Ben Affleck and Matt Damon's Hollywood success story began as children, when their mothers' chance introduction sparked a bond spanning over 40 years and an Oscar win.
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Extreme Wealth Exhausts Global Carbon Budget in Just Days, Oxfam Reveals
The world's wealthiest 1% have already exhausted their annual carbon budget in just 10 days, a damning analysis reveals. Meanwhile, the top 0.1% blew through their allotment in a mere 3 days.
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Painter Transforms Tons of National Park Trash into Stunning Landscapes
Classically trained landscape painter Mariah Reading found her art harming the environments she loved. Pivoting to "zero-waste," she now collects litter during national park travels.
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Spilled Coffee Inspires Rapid COVID, Cancer Tests That Outpace the Pandemic
*Unlock the power of the coffee-ring effect! A groundbreaking UC Berkeley innovation delivers rapid, game-changing tests for COVID, cancer, and beyond.*
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Dazzling Duo Defies Doubters, Secures Silver at U.S. Figure Skating Championships
Captivating crowds, Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea's electrifying pairs routine at the 2026 U.S. Figure Skating Championships left a new fan in St. Louis Public Radio's Visuals Editor Brian Munoz.
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Macclesfield Defies Odds, Topples Crystal Palace in Stunning FA Cup Upset
**Macclesfield stuns Crystal Palace in historic FA Cup upset, ending the reigning champions' reign after 117 years.**
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Protein-Rich Diets Crush Cholera Infections, Stunning Researchers
Certain foods may play an important role in protecting the body from dangerous bacterial infections. A new study from the University of California, Riverside suggests that what people eat may significantly weaken cholera, a dangerous bacterial disease that causes severe diarrhea and can be fatal wi...
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Reclaim the House Call: New Orleans Empowers New Moms with At-Home Care
**New Orleans revives the house call to aid new mothers, harnessing an age-old practice to address modern maternal care needs.**
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Unleash Cancer-Killing T Cells with This Groundbreaking Antibody Breakthrough
Supercharging the immune system's cancer-fighting prowess: Researchers unveil a groundbreaking antibody design that amplifies activation signals, poised to revolutionize cancer treatment.
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Doctors Told Me I'd Die - But I Refused to Give Up
At 21, life was a whirlwind of friends, classes, and dreams for the future. Little did this carefree college student know, a life-altering diagnosis was just around the corner.
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