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I'm a woman in my 40s. Why do I feel terrible every time I have a drink?
If you're a woman in your 40s whose body can no longer tolerate alcohol, you're not alone. Researchers explain why drinking gets harder as we enter perimenopause.
107 more women accuse former Cedars-Sinai physician of sexual misconduct
In a new lawsuit, 107 more women accuse Dr. Barry J. Brock of sexual misconduct. He has denied misconduct, and Cedars said the allegations run counter to its values.
There's a reason you can't stop doomscrolling through L.A.'s fire disaster
The current state of social media has made the online experience of the L.A. wildfires even more stressful than previous disasters.
Trump orders federal agencies to recognize only two sexes that are 'not changeable'
President Trump signed executive orders Monday asserting that the U.S. government recognizes only two sexes that are "not changeable," and reversing Biden administration directives on LGBTQ+ rights.
CDC scrubs research databases referencing sexual orientation and gender identity
Health researchers began sharing warnings on social media several days ago, urging members of the community to make copies of federal data before the information was removed from the CDC...
'Enough is enough': Scientists from UCLA, USC protest Trump's policy changes
As part of the nationwide Stand Up for Science protest, scientists from USC and UCLA marched to oppose federal policies they say is damaging to science and medicine.
Could Magnesium and TikTok's 'Sleepy Girl Mocktail' Actually Help You Sleep?
TikTok’s “sleepy girl mocktails” remind us how important magnesium is for sleep and health
Secret Mathematical Patterns Revealed in Bach's Music
Physicists found that the music of Johann Sebastian Bach contains mathematical patterns that help convey information
Virtual Bar Scenes Are a New Tool to Study Why People Commit Crimes in the Heat of the Moment
Virtual-reality could assist researchers in decoding how emotions spur a decision to commit a crime
Why Writing by Hand Is Better for Memory and Learning
Engaging the fine motor system to produce letters by hand has positive effects on learning and memory
Flimsy Antiabortion Studies Cited in Case to Ban Mifepristone Are Retracted
Outside experts found that two studies cited in a federal case on medication abortion had serious design problems and that their authors had undisclosed conflicts of interest
More migrant workers claim UK farm exploitation
The UK government says it always takes "decisive action" where abusive practices are found on farms.
Wild beaver release approved for England
The decision follows years of trials but some farmers are concerned there could be negative impacts.
Science news this week: Gravitational memory and woolly mice
March 8, 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
'One doctor told me I was making myself feel pain': What happens when autoimmune disorders are misdiagnosed a 'psychosomatic'
Researchers discuss the lasting impact that being disbelieved by doctors can have on patients.
By 6, kids think boys are better than girls at computer science. These programs aim to change that
At age six, kids are typically building up their reading skills and starting to discover interests, but some also already hold the stereotypical belief that boys are better than girls at...
Star of new ‘Odyssey’ adaptation? Your imagination.
Members of the cast of “The Odyssey.”Nile Scott Studios and Maggie Hall Arts & Culture Star of new ‘Odyssey’ adaptation? Your imagination. Eileen O’Grady Harvard Staff Writer February 14, 2025 4 min read Puppet...
Conflict is inevitable. Rancor isn’t.
Stephanie Mitchell/Harvard Staff Photographer Campus & Community Conflict is inevitable. Rancor isn’t. Liz Mineo Harvard Staff Writer February 18, 2025 4 min read ‘Disagree curiously,’ says undergrad nonprofit founder. And she’s not alone....
Welcome to age of the will to ignorance
© Christophe Delory Arts & Culture Welcome to age of the will to ignorance Political scientist, historian examines why so many embrace ‘magical thinking that crowds out common sense and expertise’ in new...
Choice is a good thing. Right?
Illustration by Roy Scott/Ikon Images Arts & Culture Choice is a good thing, right? Historian explores how having options became synonymous with freedom — and why it doesn’t always feel that way Jacob...
Keeping cool when debate turns hot
Campus & Community Keeping cool when debate turns hot Dean Hopi Hoekstra gives opening remarks.Photos by Grace DuVal Christy DeSmith Harvard Staff Writer February 24, 2025 5 min read Inaugural global Ethics Center...
Stepping into the hot center
Niles Singer/Harvard Staff Photographer Campus & Community Stepping into the hot center Liz Mineo Harvard Staff Writer February 25, 2025 5 min read Tarek Masoud’s ‘Middle East Dialogues’ sparked many conversations — including...
The team behind the team
Photo illustration by Judy Blomquist/Harvard Staff; photos by Dylan Goodman Campus & Community The team behind the team Dylan Goodman Harvard Correspondent February 25, 2025 4 min read From analyzing statistics to setting...
‘A voice that must be heard’
Arts & Culture ‘A voice that must be heard’ Gabriela Ortiz.Courtesy of DRCLAS Nikki Rojas Harvard Staff Writer February 25, 2025 5 min read Grammy winner, Mexican classical composer Gabriela Ortiz on taking...
Art from all corners
Arts & Culture Art from all corners The Harvard University Band performing for the Office for the Arts 50th birthday celebration at Sanders Theatre.Photos by Niles Singer/Harvard Staff Photographer Eileen O’Grady Harvard Staff...
Food, water — and a friendly face
Ding Liu (right), a postdoctoral researcher in the lab of Catherine Dulac (left).Veasey Conway/Harvard Staff Photographer Health Food, water — and a friendly face Health professionals view social contact as basic human need....
Student-led projects tackle campus divisions
Campus & Community Student-led projects tackle campus divisions Students walk across the Weeks Bridge, which connects Harvard’s Cambridge and Allston campuses.Harvard file photo February 26, 2025 5 min read Presidential initiative backs efforts...
Abraham Verghese, physician and bestselling author, named Commencement speaker
Abraham Verghese. Photo by Christopher Michel Campus & Community Abraham Verghese, physician and bestselling author, named Commencement speaker Stanford professor to deliver principal address May 29 February 27, 2025 4 min read Abraham...