Chinese Virologists Are Fighting A New Outbreak. Here's What They're Looking For
The new strain of coronavirus is from the same family as SARS, but doesn't appear to spread easily between people.
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Sweeps Of Homeless Camps In California Aggravate Key Health Issues
Cities have tasked police and sanitation workers with dismantling homeless camps that they say pose a risk to health and safety. But that's meant some displaced people are losing needed medications.
Polly Share A Cracker? Parrots Can Practice Acts Of Kindness, Study Finds
Researchers found that African grey parrots voluntarily helped a partner get a food reward by giving the other bird a valuable metal token that could be exchanged for a walnut.
Tell Me A Story: What Narratives Reveal About The Mind
We live in a world of stories. They're in movies, books, and plays. They're even in the things that we buy.
What Is Known About Iran's Nuclear Capabilities
How much time might it take for Iran to develop a nuclear weapon and a delivery system to launch it? Here are some scenarios for what could happen.
What Do We Know About Iran's Missiles And Its Arsenal Of Weapons?
Iran attacked military bases used by U.S. and coalition forces in Iraq with ballistic missiles. Over the past 20 years, Iran has built up a powerful force that is difficult to defend against.
Australian Fires Prompt Questions About Protecting Houses From Embers
Massive Australian wildfires are sending embers high into the atmosphere. When they rain down, they can start new fires far from the original source, and some buildings are more flammable than others.
Hope, Happiness And Social Connection: Hidden Benefits Of Regular Exercise
A new book, The Joy of Movement, offers more motivation to exercise. It's not just about getting fit or looking good: Exercise can give you courage, pleasure and better friendships.
Astronomers Carefully Watching Betelgeuse Star, Wondering If It's Nearing Explosion
The star Betelgeuse has been dimming rapidly in recent weeks, leading to speculation that it may soon explode. If it did, that event would be a sight to behold.
Doulas Are Becoming Part Of The End-Of-Life Equation
According to The New England Journal of Medicine, more people are choosing to die at home rather than in a hospital. It's a trend that's shifting how we think about care at the end of life.