We know humans have the capacity to cultivate more positive outlooks, and it turns out we may share that beneficial ability with a much smaller, feathered species. According to a recent peer-reviewed paper, when Cornish cross chickens are given access to learning opportunities, their “optimism” increases. Previous research (as well as anecdotal evidence from anyone […]
Growing up, many of us were instilled with some basic principles for not wasting Earth’s resources — don’t run the water while brushing your teeth, recycle your aluminum cans, use cloth napkins rather than paper. But as we hear more and more about the changing climate, it might feel like those habits aren’t making enough
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Situated among North Carolina’s majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, the Biltmore Estate in Asheville is considered the largest privately owned home in America. The 129-year-old French renaissance chateau was forced to close its doors last month following the impact of Hurricane Helene, but is now set to reopen Nov. 2 — just in time for the
Big cities known for their nightlife, like Paris and Berlin, are home to numerous invite-only speakeasies and otherwise secret establishments. Northern California’s Mendocino County isn’t typically associated with those types of haunts, but nestled deep within an ancient redwood grove along the coast, that’s exactly what you’ll find — if you know how to get
An extraordinary new children’s hospital in Zurich is re-envisioning what pediatric care looks like. Situated at the foot of a hill in the lush Swiss city, the three-story building is designed to function like a miniature town: Medical specialty wings are “neighborhoods” connected by a central “main street” that runs past green courtyards, while the
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It’s no secret that we live in stressful times. Whether you’re facing pressure at work, struggling at home, or worrying about one of the many issues facing society at large, you might be experiencing feelings of uneasiness, doom, or even panic. They can result in physiological changes in the form of muscle tension, sweating or
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Whether it’s reminders to slather on sunscreen or appeals to get regular dermatology checks, we hear about the importance of protecting our skin all the time. Another area to keep on your radar? Your makeup bag.
On Oct. 15, two important ambassadors from China landed in Washington, D.C., with a police escort, camera crews, and special handlers to welcome them. The high-profile globetrotters in question are 3-year-old giant pandas Qing Bao and Bao Li: the (adorable) faces of “panda diplomacy.” The bear pair traveled 8,000 miles aboard a FedEx cargo plane
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Laguna Beach in Orange County, California, is a hub for art lovers: The seaside city is home to over 100 studios and galleries where visitors can purchase or admire work by some of the country’s top up-and-coming artists. But at Brooks Bricks, the pieces on display aren’t for sale. In front of Natalya Sheddan’s baby
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It’s long been known that the way memories are organized in the brain is similar to how movies are organized: scene by scene. But given there are no directors, editors, or screenwriters in our heads deciding when one scene starts and another begins, how exactly these boundaries are delineated has proven more of a mystery.
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