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When music speaks to you, your brain syncs up with the musician's

New research suggests why we feel so in tune with performers at a concert, and it's called "inter-brain coherence."



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Researchers turn to 'sentinel trees' to warn of destructive pests

The global effort aims to help protect native tree species and reduce the billions in potential damages.



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Why does time seem to move so slowly when we're in danger?

In times of stress and danger, the brain records more detailed memories.



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Your life story may be written in your teeth

The hard material known as cementum in our mouths may record our lives' most intimate details.



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We can't lie to our kids about how stressed we are during this pandemic

New research finds that parents who suppress their anxiety actually transmit it to their kids.



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No fossil fuels are burned to run this jet engine

Engineers have developed a prototype for an engine that's fueled by microwaved air.



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Who says jerky has to be beef?

Dried beef jerky is a staple at most grocery stores and gas stations, but more sustainable options for vegans and vegetarians are on the rise.




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If you want the health benefits of tomatoes, keep your meatballs away from the spaghetti

A study finds that a tomato's cancer-fighting properties are reduced when consumed with iron-rich food.




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Amazon deforestation heading to dangerous 'tipping point'

Deforestation is occurring so fast in the Brazilian Amazon that three football fields worth of tree cover are lost every minute.



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Work Together. Apart.

Find out how easy it is to collaborate while consuming less energy.




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Wick Moorman on our history

Wick Moorman on our history




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'Athleisure': Now there's a fancy name to go with the crazy price tag on your 'workout' gear

We have a new, official word for all that gym wear you're seeing everywhere these days.



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Watch the reactions when people are told they're beautiful

These before-and-after shots perfectly capture the moment a compliment is received.



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How to care for sweaters and other knits

Taking care of your sweaters means following washing instructions and making repairs as needed.



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How to make microbead alternatives at home

Ditch those store-bought products with microbeads and make your own with natural exfoliants like poppy seeds, grits and salt.



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How to make 5 skin-enhancing elixirs at home

A good diet alone may not be enough to get glowing skin, but you can make your own beauty elixirs and tonics to feed your skin from the inside out.



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How squid teeth will one day fix torn clothing

Researchers at Pennsylvania State University have developed a self-healing fabric derived from the amazing biological properties of squid ring teeth.



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Reports of negative health reactions to cosmetics have doubled in the last 2 years

The number of negative health reactions to cosmetic products reported to the FDA has skyrocketed, with the majority of complaints coming for hair products.




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Norway pledges to stop fur farming practice

Norway says it will end all fox and mink farms by 2025, and it's the first Nordic country to take the step,




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Why your lips are chapped and how to fix it

Here's how to get rid of chapped lips and how to make your own lip balm. And did you know which lip balm ingredients cause lips to dry out and become chapped?



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Italy moves to impose 'flip-flop fines' on hiking tourists

Visitors using improper footwear to hike the popular Cinque Terre along the Mediterranean will now face steep financial penalties.



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Every year, this hummingbird comes back to the man who saved him

Ever since Michael Cardenaz saved a hummingbird, the little bird keeps coming back to visit him.




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Photographer captures stunning image of eagle in symmetrical reflection

Amateur photographer Steve Biro takes a riveting photo of a bald eagle and his mirror image.




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This bird with a haunting song can pretend to be a branch

The drab potoo bird uses its coloring to disguise itself as a tree limb.




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White owls use moonlight to instill terror in their prey

Research suggests white owls have a key psychological advantage when hunting by moonlight.




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Teaming up to save red-cockaded woodpeckers

At Fort Stewart, the Army and the Fish and Wildlife Service are saving red-cockaded woodpeckers — and military training.




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World's loudest bird is louder than a motorcycle

The male white bellbird attracts a mate by singing louder than a jackhammer.




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Why we can't stop watching the Decorah eagles

The bald eagles of the Decorah and Decorah North nests in Iowa are the stars of two webcams that let us follow along with their daily drama.




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Why new buildings in NYC are about to become much safer for birds

New York City passes bird-friendly building legislation to reduce collision risks for birds.




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Watch a massive bald eagle take off from a Boston street in slow motion

A massive bald eagle is filmed in slow motion taking off from a street in Melrose, near Boston.




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H5N1 debate: How to balance biosafety with research

While research on the lab-altered H5N1 virus that can be transmitted between mammals in laboratories is put on hold, scientists are debating how to balance bios



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Swine flu vaccine yields clues to universal vaccine

Could H1N1 have a bright side? New research leads to encouraging steps forward in the fight against flu.



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CDC: Time to get your flu shot!

All Americans over 6 months old should get their flu shot this year, health officials urged today. While last year's flu season was relatively mild, the illness



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Autism linked to fever or flu in pregnancy

Children are more likely to have autism if their mothers had the flu or a prolonged fever during the first or second trimester of pregnancy.



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Earliest start to flu season in nearly a decade

Flu activity around the country is high enough that health officials announced that the season is under way.



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Researchers discover novel way to make one-time flu vaccine

The new process may provide a revolutionary, all-purpose flu vaccine.



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How to avoid spreading the flu

Holing up at home for four days when sick with the flu may be enough to avoid spreading the virus to others.



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How to stay hydrated when you're sick

Are you sick? Staying hydrated is important. Here are some nourishing ways to get more fluid when you're feeling ill..




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The flu is here, and it's bad: What you can do to avoid it

The best way to protect yourself against the flu is to get the flu shot, and the best time for that is before the flu season starts.



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Storefront IV clinic offers quick fix for flu sufferers

Chicago residents have a new way of treating the flu, but is it worth the risk?



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Flu epidemic rages: How to shield your business

With cases of the flu reaching epidemic levels, it is critical businesses maintain a healthy work environment.



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CDC responds to Hugh Jackman's flu shot joke

Actor's comments during the Golden Globes did not sit well with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.



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Controversial bird flu research to resume

Experiments to determine how the H5N1 bird flu virus might gain the ability to spread easily among humans are no longer off limits.



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Paid time off the key to containing the flu

Giving employees paid time off when they're sick is the best way to keep influenza from spreading throughout the office.




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New ways to defeat fall flu earlier than ever

ABC News's Dr. Richard Besser says it's easier than ever to get vaccinated.



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New strain of avian flu hops over to humans

A 20-year-old woman in Taiwan is the first person known to be infected with a strain of bird flu called H6N1.



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Tools to help you navigate an intense flu season

Track the flu in your area and get tips for staying healthy with this bevy of resources.



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The federal government will pay you $3,000 to get the flu

The National Institutes of Health is looking for brave volunteers to have a live flu virus squirted up their noses.



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How to get a doctor's appointment when everyone's sick

You know you're not the only one who has the flu, but here's how to get on the schedule when you really need to.



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7 simple ways to stop a cold in its tracks

Before you give in and resign yourself to a week of suffering, here's what you can do to fight a cold virus as it starts.



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