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What does the Pope do, anyway?New pope's schedule will be 'exhausting.'
By Stephanie Pappas Last updated
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People really can communicate with just their eyes, study findsNew research reveals how humans communicate through their gaze.
By Stephanie Pappas Published
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What does it take for people to flourish?OPINION A global study seeks insights into what helps people feel happy, healthy and satisfied — and what holds them back.
By Victor Counted Published
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Colors are universal — even if our perception of them is subjectiveOpinion An object's color appears differently under different lighting and against different backgrounds — for different viewers. But that doesn't mean colors are subjective.
By Elay Shech Published
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Why is yawning contagious?Scientists have identified some reasons why yawns spread from person to person.
By Clarissa Brincat Published
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Scientific consensus shows race is a human invention, not biological realityOpinion An executive order critiques the idea that race is a human invention. But that's exactly what modern science supports.
By John P. Jackson, Jr. Published
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Best Lego sets for adults 2025: Science, nature & engineering sets for curious mindsFrom sets celebrating architecture and famous art to clever designs, these are the best Lego sets for adults.
By Kim Snaith Last updated
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Science at a crossroads: Dispatches from Friday's 'Stand Up for Science' rallies across the USOur science journalists reported on the Stand Up for Science rallies held in New York City and Raleigh, North Carolina.
By Kristina Killgrove Published
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What counts as a phobia?Specific phobias are out-of-proportion fears to objects, animals or situations, and fortunately, they can be treated.
By Stephanie Pappas Published




