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Heartbreak has a cure - and it's edible. When life deals a painful blow, people worldwide instinctively reach for comforting foods to mend their souls. These culinary cures are surprisingly universal.
Homebound confronts the harsh realities of marginalization, as a tender tale of friendship collides with the fragile dreams shaped by an unchanging system. (195 characters)
Uncover a trove of presidential treasures as Christie's teams up with the first daughter to curate a one-of-a-kind auction honoring America's 250th anniversary.
Shifting rainfall patterns may have driven ancient Pacific islanders to migrate across the vast ocean, chasing water to survive in a changing climate.
Foods that rely heavily on preservatives may be doing more than extending shelf life. In a large study spanning more than a decade, people with the highest intake of preservative additives were far more likely to develop type 2 diabetes. The increased risk appeared across many commonly used additive...
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Stumbling upon a giant spider in the Philippine forests would strike fear in most. Yet this arachnid marks an exhilarating new species discovery, part of a recent trove unearthed.
Prepare to be captivated as the Barbican in London unveils a groundbreaking sculptural installation by artist Delcy Morelos, her largest work to date.
**Lace up your skates - the race to the Olympics is on. This week's U.S. Figure Skating Championships in St. Louis will decide who earns a coveted spot on the Milan-Cortina team.**
Amidst the challenges facing the world's most endangered great apes, a glimmer of hope emerges - the birth of twin mountain gorillas in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Humanity's return to the Moon draws near as NASA readies the Artemis II mission, set to launch in February and carry astronauts on the first crewed lunar voyage in half a century.
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Our brains still respond to chimpanzee calls, revealing a profound evolutionary connection in how we process sound. This surprising finding sheds light on the origins of human speech.
Thousands of global leaders gathered at COP30 in Brazil, where Indigenous voices took center stage in shaping the future of climate action and conservation.
Motorola Razr flip phones and Brangelina's divorce - the 2000s feel like yesterday, but our kids now have their own cell phones. Where did the time go?
Stanford researchers have developed an AI that can predict future disease risk using data from just one night of sleep. The system analyzes detailed physiological signals, looking for hidden patterns across the brain, heart, and breathing. It successfully forecast risks for conditions like cancer, d...
Tensions flared at UNEA-7 as Colombia and Oman's proposed minerals treaty faced pushback from Saudi Arabia, Russia, and others, ultimately emerging as a nonbinding resolution.
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Bronx high school teacher Alhassan Susso's $25,000 FLAG Award for Teaching Excellence recognized his ability to inspire students through creativity, passion, and commitment.
Captivating creatures conceal themselves with uncanny ease. This novel material may soon revolutionize robotics and displays, drawing from nature's ingenious designs.
The original Star Trek (1966-1969) elevated sci-fi from silly to philosophical, with creator Gene Roddenberry envisioning a 23rd-century society that had moved beyond prejudice.
The flu is sweeping the nation, with over half the country reporting high or very high activity, and cases expected to climb even higher.
Escape the confines of conventional living with the Bespoke Base, a spacious tiny home designed for adventurous couples seeking comfort and style.
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When people imagine national park sites, they probably envision the geysers of Yellowstone or the crisp ocean breeze of Acadia. But national park sites aren’t just a feature of the great outdoors. Of the 433 park sites in the National Park System, only 63 are actually parks. The rest are a mix of na...
Returning to her Congolese roots, Sandra Mujinga observed the locals' captivating fashion and behavior, blending her outsider's perspective with a native's familiarity.
Deadly superbugs are outsmarting our best antibiotics, sparking a desperate race to find new defenses. Bacteria are evolving resistance faster than we can develop new drugs, threatening a global health crisis.
Gotta catch 'em all at the Natural History Museum's Pokémon pop-up! Timed entry slots have already sold out for this must-see event running January 26 to April 19.
Expanded DNA repeats silently lurk in our genes, slowly growing over time. Certain common variants can accelerate this expansion up to 4x, triggering severe disorders like Huntington's and ALS.
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Harnessing the power of light could revolutionize energy production, as physicists uncover groundbreaking insights into converting heat into usable energy. [186 characters]
For three decades, Rollin McCraty has uncovered a profound connection between the human heart and the Earth's vibrations, unlocking insights into the power of our inner rhythms.
The U.S. DOT awarded nearly $1 billion in grants for the Safe Streets and Roads for All program, created by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, to improve road safety nationwide.
Researchers have harnessed muon spin rotation to witness the lightning-fast transformation of a reactive imidoyl radical into a quinoxalinyl radical, unraveling the dynamics of this fleeting aromatic heterocycle.
Photons are evolving into extraordinary tools, as scientists harness the power of shaped quantum light to revolutionize technology.
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Furry friends, fierce foes, and fairy-tale fortunes - Disney's animal sidekicks are the unsung heroes that captivate audiences worldwide.
Vibrant blooms vanishing - over half of UK garden plants no longer sold as fickle trends stifle botanical diversity. Plant Heritage seeks public to revive rare species.
The clash of two African powerhouses, Algeria and Nigeria, promises a thrilling showdown at the Marrakech Stadium in Morocco. Tune in at 5pm GMT for the highly anticipated CAF Africa Cup of Nations match.
A tense meeting. Your boss wants to fudge the numbers. Speak up and risk your job, or stay silent and be complicit? Conscience collides with compliance in these small, pivotal moments.
Donna Kelce's NFL playoff streak ends as her sons Jason and Travis hang up their cleats. But the Super Bowl-winning mom remains a football fixture, baking treats for fans. What's next for the Kelce matriarch?
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Defiant dissidents freed: Venezuela's surprise move to release jailed opposition leaders, a move the US claims it requested, shakes the nation's political landscape.
Tammy MacDonald is a director at Blue Hills Adult Education in Dedham, Mass. When she needed a new primary care doctor, she was turned away by 10 practices. A few told her she could get an appointment after waiting a year and a half, or even two years. Jesse......
Nasa's over-65 year history has never seen a mission cut short due to a health crisis - until now. Astronaut's 'serious medical condition' forces early return from space station.
Powering the future: Meta's industry-leading data centers drive innovation, fueled by the clean, reliable energy of nuclear power.
Temples in Thailand dazzle in the fierce sun, but one in Ubon Ratchathani truly shines after dark, with a mesmerizing display of glowing art that comes alive at night.