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The tipping points of climate change — and where we stand We're nearly halfway through the 2020s, dubbed the most decisive decade for action on climate change. Where exactly do things stand? Climate impact scholar Johan Rockström offers the most up-to-date scientific assessment of the state of the planet and explains what must be done to preserve Earth's ...

Meet the Parasites That Control Human Brains Toxoplasma, brain-infecting amoebas, rabies and more.

Ancient Greece was the trendsetter for medical tourism Known as asklepieia, this network of ancient Greek and Roman sanctuaries blended spirituality and medicine—and their influence persists today.

Why parents should stop blaming themselves for how their kids turn out Many people believe that if a child doesn’t succeed, it’s the parents’ fault. But it turns out, the science supports a totally different and ultimately empowering message, says ch…

Fluid Keeps Your Brain From Crushing Itself but What Happens When It Stops Working? Your brain produces around a pint of cerebrospinal fluid each day.

Why does hitting your funny bone feel so horrible? It's something we've all experienced: the back of your elbow smacks against a hard surface and the impact sends a sensation so distinctly disquieting shooting down your arm that it takes several moments to regain composure. So, why does hitting this spot on your elbow— commonly known as the funny ...