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What the Heck Is a Time Crystal, and Why Are Physicists Obsessed With Them?
Some of today’s quantum physicists are tinkering with an esoteric phase of matter that seems to disobey some of our laws of physics.
Some of today’s quantum physicists are tinkering with an esoteric phase of matter that seems to disobey some of our laws of physics.
The misunderstood mineral pyrite is hiding a big secret.
Castor oil has gained a reputation in hair care for its ability to help your hair grow and shine. But could the benefits extend to skincare? We spoke to a dermatologist to find out.
Men wore them first as a symbol of status. Then times changed.
If we want a healthy, happy mind, we need to move our body more.
Try the disposable utensils when cooking, twisting orange peels or cleaning those hard-to-reach places.
When I sought help for crippling invasive thoughts, I was told I had a disease like any other. But I wasn’t able to recover until I understood the fallacy at the heart of mental healthcare.
Even before the idea of climate change took hold, sci-fi began to think of the planet as something that preceded our species and could conceivably continue without us.
Lucid dreaming holds a widespread appeal, but many people simply can’t do it. So what do studies show are the best techniques?
Bosses want video call cameras on. But workers may have a strong argument against appearing on screen when they don’t want to.
A biography of the physicist and the particle he predicted reveals his disdain for the spotlight.
Learn what household items are polluting the air around you in your home.
From bad bosses to gossipy colleagues and, of course, office refrigerator drama.
Tariffs, oversupply and teetotaling Gen-Zs have all contributed to the downfall of one of America’s most iconic liquors.
Here’s why one Chevrolet model is the most-stolen type of car, according to a new report.
A Michigan teen was goaded into sharing an intimate photo that scammers threatened to expose unless he paid up.
How two men charged with an outrageous kidnapping scheme introduced a new kind of crime to the city.
The investigation into the Wisconsin native revealed her to be “fairly unexceptional” with virtually no “criminal footprint”. And it remains unclear why she became a would-be contract killer.
This photo gallery, curated by photo editor Anita Baca, highlights some of the most compelling images worldwide published in the past week.
They’re known as man’s best friends, fur babies, pooches. But the most widely used word for these beloved animals — “dog” — is also a great linguistic mystery.
A portrait of the lucrative drug-treatment industry; a memoir of a female firefighter; debut fiction from an Emmy-winning TV writer; and a brand new Karin Slaughter thriller.
Ultra-processed foods make up the majority of what's in your grocery store. But while ultra-processed foods have been linked in studies to serious health risks, there's a wide spectrum as far as safety profile. Choose from the "green-flag" foods from the American Heart Association—including nuts, whole grain breads, and soy milk—to limit your risks.
This banana bread trifle layers brown sugar pastry cream, caramelized bananas, gingersnap crumbs, and whipped cream for a comforting, crowd-pleasing dessert.
A legal scholar turned anthropologist connects South Africa’s colonial and apartheid past to what she witnesses shadowing parole officers.
TikTok’s before-and-after backpacking videos have gone viral, showcasing the transformational power of solo backpacking or the “backpacking effect.”
Social Security has become a cornerstone of the American retirement system and works to keep over 16 million retirees above the poverty line. Here are five key facts about the program as it turns 90.
A recent executive order paves the way for retirement accounts to include a lot more than stock and bond funds.
Trump’s pick to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics suggested a pause of the monthly employment reports, the only timely economic measure of how women of color are faring in the economy.
Like many authors, I love doing background research. Also, like many authors, I do some of my research online. Setting a chapter in San Luis Obispo, but never been? Drop your little gingerbread dude into Street View.
Tesla has already spent years fighting federal probes, civil and criminal lawsuits and a host of scrutiny from everyone from the SEC to buyers.
Kylan Darnell is a TikTok star known for documenting sorority recruitment, but she decided to step back from posting this year.
The cryptocurrency and tech newsletter Citation Needed is pay-what-you-want. White currently has about 29,000 subscribers including about 2,400 paid subscribers despite the lack of a paywall.
Terrified of flying? You may want to avoid these airports.
This happens when the outstanding balance on a car loan exceeds the vehicle's worth.
Electricity prices are rising more than twice as fast as overall inflation. That's especially costly during the dog days of summer when air conditioners are working hardest. In addition to hot weather, a variety of factors are causing power bills to climb, including the high cost of natural gas used to generate electricity and soaring demand from data centers.
The agency issued warnings to two beloved brands regarding alleged regulatory violations. What gives?
This is false. Taxpayers will not receive new stimulus checks of any amount this summer, an IRS official said.
With the emergence of drug-resistant nits, lice removal has become a booming business, catering to harried, itchy parents willing to pay for relief.
There comes a time when it’s the kid’s turn to take care of mom and dad. Here’s how to broach this sensitive subject with your parents, and what to talk about.
In other words: Stick to your long-term investment plan, including an appropriate asset allocation and time frame to reach your goals.
The answer has to do with tariffs, synthetic opioids, and something called the de minimis exemption.
Everyone taking the ‘skinny shot’ was losing weight, but my scales didn’t change. My inner dialogue became toxic.
How free time gets conscripted into the service of work.
AT&T customers whose data was compromised in either of two data breaches, or both, are eligible to file a claim that could provide up to $7,500.
Times are tough, even for kids.