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ScienceAn engineer who lived in NASA's Mars simulation for 378 days went through extreme isolation but still said he'd go to the red planet for real if he could
- NASA's CHAPEA mission was a 378-day Mars simulation in a habitat in Houston.
- Scientists want to know what challenges astronauts will face on Mars, including extreme isolation.
Jenny McGrath
Hilary Brueck
Jane Ridley
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Why so many Gen Zers and millennials have 'money dysmorphia' — even if they are financially better off than they realize
A financial therapist said Gen Z and millennials have "pervasive" anxiety about their wealth, even …
Julia Pugachevsky
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India to witness a rare and mesmerising DOUBLE meteor shower on July 30!
Both meteor showers are expected to be visible in India, particularly in the southern regions and a…
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Scientists say Olympic athlete Sha’Carri Richardson could technically "walk" on water
Scientists have found that sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson could theoretically replicate the famous f…
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Smile for success: Airbnb hosts with smiling profile photos get more bookings, even for properties in high-crime areas!
The findings show that smiling Airbnb hosts, particularly those with higher listing uncertainties, …
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No panel formed for extending benefits to cover citizens above 70 under Ayushman Bharat, says govt
In a written reply, the minister clarified that all members of eligible families, irrespective of a…
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CCDC study reveals multi-pronged diabetes care improves patient outcomes in India, Pakistan
The study, published in the prestigious journal PLOS Medicine, highlights the sustained impact of …
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Perseverance rover has found a rock with potential signs of ancient life on Mars! Scientists can’t wait to bring it back
The rock exhibits chemical signatures and structures that might have formed billions of years ago, …
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A drug that can extend your life by 25%? No, don't hold your breath just yet
Injecting this drug into 75-week-old mice (equivalent to 55-year-old humans) was found to extend th…
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2 lions made a mile-long swim across a crocodile-infested channel in search of mates. It's a sign of how desperate the animals are getting.
Two lions who are brothers swam for nearly a mile, potentially in search of mates, in a Uganda park…
Jenny McGrath
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Rats, roaches, and other creatures are winning against climate change, and it's bad news for humans
In the game of climate change, there are winners and losers. These four animals will come out on to…
Ellyn Lapointe
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A scientist who used to advise ultra-processed food companies shares 2 surprising ways they make food irresistible
Food companies use clever tricks to appeal to all our sense when they design products.
Kim Schewitz
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Scientists found a groundbreaking new reason to plant more trees
Microbes living in tree bark are absorbing methane, a potent greenhouse gas, from the atmosphere on…
Catherine Boudreau
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Forget distant fly-bys of giant rocks—this plane-sized asteroid will come within 1.7 million km of Earth this week!
Come Friday, this near-Earth object will make its closest approach to our planet in a decade!
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Olympic sprinter Allyson Felix shares 3 tips that will make you a better runner
Elite sprinter Allyson Felix said avoiding some common exercise mistakes helped her stay at the to…
Gabby Landsverk
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Ryan Reynolds' personal trainer shares how the 47-year-old actor got in shape for 'Deadpool & Wolverine' while keeping longevity in mind
At 47, 'Deadpool & Wolverine' actor Ryan Reynolds is as focused on staying healthy as he is looking…
Rachel Hosie
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Cows are now spreading bird flu to each other — here's why that's problematic for humans
Avian influenza H5N1 has spread to US cattle, raising concerns about its potential to infect mammal…
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Fad-busters: “Sunscreen” pills are the new trend in the market — but should you be taking them?
Sunscreen pills are considered dietary supplements, which are not as rigorously regulated as medica…
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10 of the most faked foods in the world
10 of the most faked foods in the world
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5 tips to prevent ‘Teflon flu’ and use your nonstick pans safely
When Teflon-coated cookware is overheated — to above 500°F (or 260°C), the coating can deteriorate,…
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No, just 1 glass of wine a day is NOT good for your health — despite what 'health' sites might recommend
New research found that previous claims about health benefits from moderate drinking may be flawed,…
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Foods you must soak before eating
Foods you must soak before eating
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Heard of face blindness? Researchers just used ‘Game of Thrones’ to better understand the disorder
The choice of ‘Game of Thrones’ had nothing to do with Arya Stark’s encounters with the Faceless Me…