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Why Does Menopause Treatment Always Include a Diet?

Weight gain is often the first symptom that women notice during perimenopause, and the first thing we try to “fix.”

The Oldest Rocks on Earth Are in Canada, and They’re 4.16 Billion Years Old

Discover how scientists found and dated the oldest rocks on the planet, and why studying them can help explain how life on Earth first began.

The Unwritten Rules of Visiting Los Angeles

According to a born-and-raised Angeleno.

Five Surprising Facts About AI Chatbots That Can Help You Make Better Use of Them

Here are some of the lesser known facts about systems like ChatGPT.

A.I. Is Homogenizing Our Thoughts

Recent studies suggest that tools such as ChatGPT make our brains less active and our writing less original.

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5 Science-Backed Ways to Extend Your Healthspan

What Greek myths, cold showers, and tomato ketchup reveal about aging well, living longer, and staying healthy.

How to Sleep: Try Japan’s Kaizen Method to Cure Insomnia and Sleep Anxiety

Having trouble falling asleep? The Japanese word ‘Kaizen’, which means ‘change’, could transform your bedtime routine and help tackle insomnia.

Skip the Store: These 6 Foods Taste Better (and Cost Less) When Homegrown

Some fruits and veggies offer the biggest bang for the buck—and the taste buds. If you’re looking to max out your kitchen garden, start with these foods—including herbs, tomatoes, and more.

This City Is Dumping Microsoft Office and Windows for OnlyOffice and Linux - Here’s Why

Is it something in the water? First, it was Denmark bidding Microsoft adieu. Then it was the German state of Schleswig-Holstein.

What the Rise of “Buy Now, Pay Later” Services Tells Us About the Economy

Burritos on a payment plan, explained.

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Six Classic Books That Live Up to Their Reputation

These novels are lengthy, but they lavishly reward the time and effort you pour into them.

Japan Loves Them. and Now They’re in the UK - Strawberries and Cream Sandwiches

Serving strawberries in a sandwich might sound unusual in the UK, but it’s nothing new in Japan.

Cord Cutting Could Help You Save Over $10,000 in 10 Years

Small savings add up over time, even in your TV-watching life.

How To Work With Someone You Can't Stand

It’s a problem most of us encounter at some point in our careers—and working remotely can exacerbate the issue.

A Bold Finnish Artist Brought These Precious Little Hippopotamus-Like Trolls to the World 80 Years Ago

Tove Jansson was a trailblazing illustrator and author—and the inventor of the beloved Moomins, the central characters of her whimsical children’s books

Why Parents Should Focus on Screen Addiction Over Screen Time, Says New Study

New research suggests that screen time addiction is a better predictor of mental health concerns than time spent on technology. Experts weigh in.

Anima: One Woman’s Search for Meaning in the Footsteps of Bulgarian Mountain Shepherds

“All our lives we perform tasks while waiting for something to click into place. For somewhere to put our love.”

30 Things About Life I Wish I Had Known 10 Years Ago

Like why it’s important to be a leader and how to lighten up.

Why AI Resumes Are Overwhelming Recruiters and Managers

Recruiters are seeing resumes flood their inboxes, the majority of which are created with AI. Some are nearly identical.

Megadrought Reveals Volcanic Ash at Lake Mead, Giving Us a Better Look at the Lake’s Past

Learn more about the volcanic ash researchers found in the sediment around Lake Mead’s now exposed shoreline, and how it could help us in the future.