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Your body is a collection of cells carrying thousands of genetic mistakes accrued over a lifetime—many harmless, some bad and ...

A long-standing question about when archaic members of the genus Homo adapted to harsh environments such as deserts and rainforests has been answered in a new research paper.

Chemicals in the tooth enamel of Australopithecus suggest the early human ancestors ate very little meat, dining on vegetation instead.

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The Netflix K-drama 'When the Stars Gossip' might have you asking questions about space travel, microgravity and what it's ...

The FDA wants front-of-package nutrition labels required on packaged foods. The labels would tell consumers if the product ...

Kidney and nerve tissue cells can form memories much like brain cells, one new study has found. Another recent study says ...

A woman begins her morning workout, a critical time when the body and brain rapidly adapt to meet the demands of exercise. These early minutes set the stage for improved focus, mood, and long-term ...