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The best ab exercises, according to science

By Harry Bullmore published

An expert strength coach shares his science-backed picks of the best ab exercises for aesthetics and performance

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Bodyweight exercises: How to build muscle without equipment

By Katie Dundas published

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An adult dugong (Dugong dugon) feeds in shallow waters of the Red Sea, near Marsa Alam in Egypt.

Tubby 'mermaids' vanished from Chinese waters 2 decades ago, now declared extinct

By Mindy Weisberger published

Dugongs, or sea cows, which are thought to have inspired tales of mythical mermaids, haven't been seen in Chinese waters since 2000.

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Why does hunger sometimes cause nausea?

By Grant Currin published

If it’s been hours since you last ate, you should be starving — but why does hunger sometimes cause nausea instead?

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Are insects edible?

By Lou Mudge published

Are insects edible and are there any benefits to chowing down on invertebrates? Here's what you might want to consider

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Back to school deals: Student laptops, software, printers, headphones & more

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Get the best back to school deals on laptops, tablets, software, printers, headphones, and more.

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Is oat milk good for you?

By James Frew published

It's tasty and works well in coffee, but is oat milk good for you?

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Which vegetables are high in iron?

By Lindsay Lafreniere published

You need this essential mineral in your diet, but which vegetables are high in iron and what are the best ways to eat them?

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What happens if you don’t take out a splinter?

By Yasemin Saplakoglu published

It can be a freeing feeling to shuck off your shoes and walk outside barefoot...until you get a splinter.

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How much water do you really need to drink?

By Brandon Specktor published

Hydration is the key to a happy and healthy life, but how much water do you really need to drink?

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Could a solar storm ever destroy Earth?

By Brandon Specktor published

Could a solar storm ever destroy Earth? According to scientists, there’s no evidence that any solar weather has ever harmed a human.

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7 million years ago, our earliest relatives took their first steps on 2 feet

By Charles Q. Choi published

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Crohn's disease: Symptoms, diagnosis & treatment

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What to eat before a workout

By Sam Hopes published

Not sure what to eat before a workout? Experts reveal the best way to fuel different types of exercise

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Broken fortress discovered under 'mega-monument' burial mound in Cyprus

By Donavyn Coffey published

Archaeologists in Cyprus have unearthed a broken rampart, or a part of a defensive wall, under a massive burial mound.

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'Magic mushroom' psychedelic could treat alcohol addiction, trial finds

By Nicoletta Lanese published

Psilocybin-assisted therapy could be a promising treatment for alcohol use disorder.

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What's the best exercise for weight loss?

By Richard Jones published

Using research and expert help we go deep on the best exercise for weight loss

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1,000 years ago, a woman was buried in a canoe on her way to the 'destination of souls'

By Tom Metcalfe published

A young woman buried in Patagonia up to 1,000 years ago was placed in a ceremonial canoe to represent her final journey into the land of the dead, according to a new study.

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Scientists find a simple way to destroy 'forever chemicals' — by beheading them

By Stephanie Pappas published

PFAS chemicals, known as "forever chemicals" because they don't break down in nature, can be beheaded with a simple, inexpensive method.