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What Is Death, Exactly?
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Although much of the U.S. enjoys cleaner air than in previous decades, we still have work to do
Jim Peebles Richly Deserved His Nobel Prize
Even though, according to Alfred Nobel, he didn’t technically qualify
We Have No Reason to Believe 5G Is Safe
The technology is coming, but contrary to what some people say, there could be health risks
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Medical students must be taught to address systemic problems that contribute to poor health
September 2019: Earth’s Warmest September on Record
This year is virtually certain to end up among the top five warmest in Earth’s history
Happier Babies Have an Edge
They’re more likely to have higher childhood IQs and to graduate college
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Psychological research suggests it is not
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