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Brutalism – the architectural style that dared to summon a new world from the ashes of World War II

Its staggering forms made monuments out of ordinary places frequented by ordinary people.

Brutalism – the architectural style that dared to summon a new world from the ashes of World War II
Health|Science|Technology

Microgravity in space may cause cancer − but on Earth, mimicking weightlessness could help researchers develop treatments

Cells function differently under low gravity conditions. Rather than send lab samples to space, researchers are developing Earth-bound tools to more easily study microgravity’s effects on biology.

Microgravity in space may cause cancer − but on Earth, mimicking weightlessness could help researchers develop treatments
Science|Technology

Why the earth quakes – a closer look at what's going on under the ground

A geologist explains where earthquakes are most common and why.

News|Science|World

Volcanic Iceland is rumbling again as magma rises − a geologist explains eruptions in the land of fire and ice

Iceland’s volcanic activity is generally tame compared with explosive eruptions along the Pacific’s Ring of Fire. This time, it’s shaking up a town.

Volcanic Iceland is rumbling again as magma rises − a geologist explains eruptions in the land of fire and ice
Travel

Volcanic eruption lights up Iceland after weeks of earthquake warnings − a geologist explains what's happening

Iceland is known as ‘the land of fire and ice’ for a reason.

Volcanic eruption lights up Iceland after weeks of earthquake warnings − a geologist explains what's happening
Health

Healing from child sexual abuse is often difficult but not impossible

With therapy and social support, children and adults who experienced child sexual abuse can regain a sense of control over their lives.

Healing from child sexual abuse is often difficult but not impossible
Opinion|Political|Sports

Could flag football one day leapfrog tackle football in popularity?

The NFL’s embrace of the sport points to a promising future. But gender and political divides could stand in the way.

Could flag football one day leapfrog tackle football in popularity?
Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Stock indexes are breaking records and crossing milestones – making many investors feel wealthier

The S&P 500 topped 5,000 on Feb. 9, 2024, for the first time. The Dow Jones Industrial Average will probably hit a new big round number soon too.

Stock indexes are breaking records and crossing milestones – making many investors feel wealthier
Entertainment|Lifestyle

Are fears of saying ‘no’ overblown?

Nearly 80% of people have accepted invitations to events they didn’t want to attend.

Are fears of saying ‘no’ overblown?
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Sports in extreme heat: Warning signs of heat illness and how high school athletes can safely prepare for the start of team practices

An athletic trainer explains why bodies need time time to acclimatize, and the risks to watch out for.

Sports in extreme heat: Warning signs of heat illness and how high school athletes can safely prepare for the start of team practices
Science

Could fungi actually cause a zombie apocalypse?

Be very afraid – if you’re an insect.

Could fungi actually cause a zombie apocalypse?
Lifestyle

Gen Z heads home: How to navigate the evolving parent-child relationship as kids become adults

Parenting’s ultimate goal is raising healthy, happy, successful children. Figuring out how to keep parenting once the kids are adults is just another transition.

Gen Z heads home: How to navigate the evolving parent-child relationship as kids become adults
Opinion|Political|US

Pardon who? Hunter Biden case renews ethical debate over use and limits of peculiar presidential power

Despite the controversy surrounding them, presidential pardons can provide a service – the question is how they are used.

Pardon who? Hunter Biden case renews ethical debate over use and limits of peculiar presidential power
Business|Environment|Science|Technology|US

How utilities are working to meet AI data centers’ voracious appetite for electricity

Utilities have options for addressing surging power demand from AI data centers, but there’s no silver bullet.

How utilities are working to meet AI data centers’ voracious appetite for electricity
Lifestyle|US

Religion in the workplace is tricky – but employers and employees both lose when it becomes a total taboo

Workers from minority religious traditions in the US tend to be more affected by restrictions about bringing up faith at the office.

Religion in the workplace is tricky – but employers and employees both lose when it becomes a total taboo

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