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Horn of Africa reached a drought tipping point 11,700 years ago
New research published on Wednesday in Nature suggests that the Horn of…
Dry conditions contribute to rapid spread and intensity of wildfires: Expert
The countries of the Mediterranean basin recently experienced devastating forest fires, which…
The fast, furious, and brutally short life of an African male lion
The death of a lion in Kenya’s picturesque savannas rarely tugs at…
Depression isn’t just sadness – it’s often a loss of pleasure
Experiencing anhedonia for at least two weeks consistently is a sign of…
More adults than ever have been seeking ADHD medications – an ADHD expert explains what could be driving the trend
As a woman in my 30s who was constantly typing “ADHD” into…
Before he developed the atomic bomb, J. Robert Oppenheimer’s early work revolutionized the field of quantum chemistry – and his theory is still used today
The release of the film “Oppenheimer,” in July 2023, has renewed interest…
Great Mysteries of Physics: Do we really need a theory of everything?
Physics have already managed to unite quantum theory with Einstein’s other big…
Unhappy family or trauma in youth leads to poor health in old age
Adverse childhood experiences have impacts deep into old age, especially for those…
Ancient grain unlocks genetic secrets for making wheat bread more resilient
Building on the Middle East’s reputation as one of the historical birthplaces…
Nuclear war would be more devastating for Earth’s climate than cold war predictions – even with fewer weapons
With the largest possible nuclear war between the US and Russia, new…