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Wisdom from the Life of Mary Somerville, for Whom the Word “Scientist” Was Coined
Inside the hallmark of a great scientist and a great human being — the ability to hold one’s opinions with firm but unfisted fingers.
Inside the hallmark of a great scientist and a great human being — the ability to hold one’s opinions with firm but unfisted fingers.
Cans of Cream of Something and frozen vegetables and rice plus more rice made for dinners that tasted like love. (And sanity.)
There are exceptions to every rule. But science shows men and women tend to respond to depression differently.
Here’s a flock of facts about everything avian, from brilliantly colored hummingbirds to acorn-hoarding woodpeckers.
Don’t let the sun do the work for you.
“Our boyfriends, our significant others, and our husbands are supposed to be No. 1. Our worlds are backward.”
As we get older, our bodies benefit from different types of exercise. Here’s a guide for all ages.
How the leathery-skinned, ever-stoic figure captured the romantic ideal of the American dream, but ultimately came to represent its much darker side.
A new book explores the design history of Columbus, Indiana, a company town built around an architectural vision.
What to skip, what’s safe, and how to fix any problems that do pop up.
In the ancient Mississippian settlement of Cahokia, vast social events – not trade or the economy – were the founding principle.
Regret is often seen as undesirable, but it’s a crucial emotion in helping us develop. How do we harness its powerful lessons?
From bad bosses to gossipy colleagues and, of course, office refrigerator drama.
Every Marvel movie and TV show ranked from worst to best.
TikTok beauty influencer Kaycee Ogle is regularly contacted by brands who want her to promote their products. But one email she received in June was different, and made her curious.
Turn instant ramen into something fun and refreshing.
Many established communities are embracing anti-newcomer rhetoric.
Can “finitism” possibly describe the real world?
It’s part real estate, part roulette.
How do I deal with my emotions without whiskey?
Private investigator influencers are staking out suspected cheaters and vetting dates for their clients, posting the tea for their followers. But there’s a dark side to morality-based surveillance.
New research shows that entangled particles can pass on their shared state again and again and again.
Late nights, screen marathons, no real structure: Summer means free-roaming for kids. Experts weigh in on getting back-to-school ready without losing your mind.
Discover eight stunning plants that act as living mulch, naturally suppressing weeds, retaining soil moisture, and enhancing your garden’s beauty.
A review of research investigated how mental health and physical activity change in retirees around the world.
The number of companies publicly disclosing data on women in top management roles or other demographic information plunged this year, a new report finds.
Republicans’ plan to redraw Texas’s congressional district map years early launched a nationwide battle, with Democrats promising to retaliate with new partisan maps of their own.
Packed with calories and protein, the same magic mixture has successfully treated famine for decades—but due to funding cuts it’s now in short supply.
As Canadian wildfires spread smoke across the U.S. the air pollution is dangerous to health. But there are ways to protect yourself. Here’s what to know.
Job seekers are increasingly interviewed by AI, raising ethical and transparency concerns.
That certain shade of dark blue on a summer night, the eerie tint of a threatening sky, and the glow of golden hour are artfully drawn for the animated series.
When Meta embedded AI bots in its apps, even students in the most remote corners of Colombia gained access. But rather than boosting learning, it’s getting in the way.
When young adults use the social-media outlet to keep up with current events, what kind of information are they getting?
Experts are calling it an “emerging epidemic.”
Annuities can offer guaranteed income, but they’re not for everyone. Here’s who should (and shouldn’t) buy now.
Even as the merchants of silicon and code try to render us disembodied intellects caged behind screens, something in our animal body knows where we came from and where we belong.
This one simple but powerful shift can have major benefits. But be mindful of going overboard.
After my father got sick, his collaborations with Jim Henson kept me afloat.
In 2024, households worth $5 million or more controlled an estimated $49 trillion in financial wealth, more than half of the nation’s total, according to Cerulli Associates.
Only 14% say it’s not a source of stress, underscoring the pervasive anxiety most Americans continue to feel about the cost of everyday essentials.
If you take a supplement, you should read this.
As AI powers individualized pricing across industries, businesses are increasingly charging based on what they think you can pay.
A Senate committee advanced a bipartisan bill that would spur the construction of affordable housing. Here’s what to know about it.
Now’s the time to replenish your bug spray supply.
When someone says something nice about us, it can make us feel awkward and uncomfortable. Researchers explain the science behind those emotions — and make the case for accepting genuine praise.