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How junk food outsmarts our brains—by hiding in our memories
New research reveals that memories of fatty and sugary foods are encoded in the hippocampus, helping explain why some ...
To fight malaria, scientists want to poison mosquitoes—with human blood
Low doses of a drug already approved for treating rare genetic conditions in humans kills mosquitoes dead. Scientists say it could be a valuable new tool in the fight against disease.
What is stage 0 cancer? Here’s what you should know about this unusual diagnosis.
You’ve probably heard of the four stages of cancer—but there’s another even earlier stage that experts say can make a huge ...
Will a woman break the 4-minute mile?
The legendary runner Faith Kipyegon is aiming to do something that sports scientists once considered impossible. We went ...
Best of Bohemia—discover 5 unmissable day trips from Prague
From its centuries-old vineyards to its fairytale castles, Central Bohemia offers big attractions beyond the big city.
This Thai prison is the best place to get a massage
An innovative program in Chiang Mai offers incarcerated women training and certification in the UNESCO-recognized therapy ...
Do crossword puzzles really keep your brain sharp?
They’ve long been seen as a way to prevent cognitive decline—but experts say the real key to brain health goes far beyond ...
Dust isn’t just dirt—it’s full of ‘forever chemicals’ that can harm your health
Cleaning the dust from your home is more critical than you think for your health—but put down that feather duster. Studies ...
Archaeologists found another Egyptian royal tomb—but who does it belong to?
The discovery sheds some light on a "lost" dynasty of pharaohs who ruled during a little-understood time in ancient Egypt's long history.
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Our car tires are poisoning salmon—and maybe us, too
A 2024 peer-reviewed study found that the chemical likely enters the human body through ingestion, inhalation, or skin contact, and posits that 6PPD-quinone can quickly reach tissues and major ...