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In the News – NPR – Brivanlou
Embryo Experiments Reveal Earliest Human Development, But Stir Ethical Debate “‘The amazing thing is that it’s doing its thing without any information from mom,’ Brivanlou says. ‘It just has...
Study tests the “three-hit” theory of autism
Could a genetic predisposition to autism together with early stress have a more detrimental effect on boys than on girls? In experiments with mice, researchers found evidence that three factors—genes,...
In the News – NBC News – Young
This Night Owl Gene Mutation Turns People Into Sleep Martians “‘It’s as if these people have perpetual jet lag, moving eastward every day,’ said Michael Young, who oversaw the study....
A dog’s taste for TV may depend on its temperament
Anxious dogs might react nervously to some television sounds, a survey of dog owners reports, while hyper ones might try to play chase.
A child’s biological sex may not always be a random 50-50 chance
Some people’s biology may set them up to birth babies of a certain sex, explaining why a family with multiple children may have all girls or all boys.
Just 5 minutes a day of these exercises can sharpen your brain as you age
A recent study found that 'huff-and-puff' movements, like running or lap swimming, were associated with better brain functions including information processing, focusing and multitasking and short-term memory.
State moves to suspend licenses of troubled L.A. nursing home companies
The seven companies were all cited for errors that led to residents' deaths.
'Chaotic and deeply frightening': Once a global gold standard, U.S. government health guidance is falling apart
Government-provided health information now comes with disclaimers that the government can't be trusted.
Just 5 minutes a day of these exercises can sharpen your brain as you age
A recent study found that 'huff-and-puff' movements, like running or lap swimming, were associated with better brain functions including information processing, focusing and multitasking and short-term memory.
Lopez: A candid take on mortality and the power of friendship
David Mays, a cancer survivor, is dying — but he's at peace with his fate because he's got friends, love and support.
National suicide prevention hotline plans to stop offering LGBTQ+ youth counseling. Queer advocates in L.A. wonder what's next
The Trump administration's decision to stop working with the Trevor Project to provide suicide prevention hotline services to LGBTQ+ youth is the latest in a string of setbacks for the...
State moves to suspend licenses of troubled L.A. nursing home companies
The seven companies were all cited for errors that led to residents' deaths.
'Chaotic and deeply frightening': Once a global gold standard, U.S. government health guidance is falling apart
Government-provided health information now comes with disclaimers that the government can't be trusted.
Lopez: A candid take on mortality and the power of friendship
David Mays, a cancer survivor, is dying — but he's at peace with his fate because he's got friends, love and support.
National suicide prevention hotline plans to stop offering LGBTQ+ youth counseling. Queer advocates in L.A. wonder what's next
The Trump administration's decision to stop working with the Trevor Project to provide suicide prevention hotline services to LGBTQ+ youth is the latest in a string of setbacks for the...
Ex-eBay employees charged with mailing spiders, cockroaches and pig mask to critics
Six former eBay employees are facing federal charges after being accused of running a cyberstalking campaign that authorities say went far beyond sending threats.
Tesla's cybertruck draws crowds at Petersen Automotive Museum
Car and technology enthusiasts gathered at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles to take a sneak peek at Tesla's anticipated cybertruck. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Want to make new friends? Talk about your favorite TV shows online
New research identifies how watching fictional television series and participating in online forums that are dedicated to the shows can help female audiences express themselves and feel a sense of...
Eye patterns in children: The development of anxiety and emotion
We now know that anxious children tend to avoid making eye contact, and this has consequences for how they experience fear. New research shows that the shorter and less frequently...
Gender norms are still important for women's choice of college major
Traditional cultural norms about gendered roles and femininity still matter for women's choice of college major, according to new research. Researcher have shown how long-held cultural norms about femininity may...
Young people with chronic illness more likely to attempt suicide
Young people between the ages of 15 and 30 living with a chronic illness are three times more likely to attempt suicide than their healthy peers, according to a new...
Older users like to snoop on Facebook, but worried others might snoop on them
Older adults are drawn to Facebook so they can check out pictures and updates from family and friends, but may resist using the site because they are worried about who...
How particular fear memories can be erased
Researchers have devised a method to selectively erase particular fear memories by weakening the connections between neurons involved in forming these memories. In their experiments, they found that fear memory...
U.S. revokes visa of Brazilian judge overseeing Bolsonaro case
The U.S. visa of the Brazilian judge overseeing the prosecution of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was revoked after Trump called it a "witch hunt."
Vehicle strikes crowd in Southern California, injuring 30
A driver plowed through a crowd in East Hollywood in California early Saturday, injuring 30 people, in an incident that appears to be intentional, police said.
Ukraine’s Zelensky seeks cease-fire meeting next week
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky wants cease-fire negotiations next week and would be willing to meet directly and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Why do cats love concrete slabs? A vet explains.
If you’re scrolling on Instagram, TikTok, or the more specific sub genre #CatTok you may have come across some interesting feline behavior as of late: Numerous videos of excited cat owners presenting their...
Science reveals dogs’ favorite type of TV
At the end of a long day, many of us humans unwind with an episode of a favorite TV show. If you’ve got a dog at home, you might have wondered if...