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Can science museums help us talk about mental health?
Across the world, science museums are beginning to join conversations and develop work about mental health.
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Why gatherings and celebrations are such an important part of summer
Research shows that festivals and gatherings can change the way people choose to live.
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Plans to improve Michigan’s K-12 schools depend on how the state funds public education
Revenues for Michigan’s districts have failed to keep pace with inflation and the evolving needs of today’s students.
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Dealing with disasters increasingly requires a smartphone – losing access can be a nightmare, but there are ways to prepare
Mobile phones have become part of just about everyone’s emergency infrastructure. But what do you do when the power and service go out?
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AI companies look to the ocean as a place to put more data centers
Moving servers into the ocean does not make underlying environmental challenges disappear. And it creates new concerns as well.
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How is deli meat made? The food science behind the turkey, ham and other cold cuts in your lunch
A long bath in brine is how deli meat gets its taste, texture and shelf life.
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If you think someone has an eating disorder, should you say something? A dietitian explains how to express concern without body shaming
Seeing a loved one lose significant weight or struggle with eating and exercise can be concerning. Approaching a conversation with respect and care can avoid the harms of speculation and silence.
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US teens are smoking and vaping less than their peers abroad
A new FDA survey finds some positive trends among young people in the US, though new forms of nicotine use like pouches have become a bit more popular.
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The real reason many Americans are cutting ties with their parents and siblings
Estrangement is rarely caused by childhood abuse or a pushy therapist. Instead, it reveals a collision between two ideas of what family should be.
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US government is pushing to gain unprecedented access to your medical records – as data protections are weakening
Large datasets can be useful research tools, but current government efforts to gather medical records depend on policy and technology that falls short of protecting people’s privacy.
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Comedy shows and college mysteries – the best things to watch, visit and read this week
From the best bits of the Fringe to a thrilling new mystery series, these are our top picks of the week.
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Traffic-calming schemes are controversial – here’s why some succeed while others fail
In Portswood, bus users enjoyed reliable journeys and a calmer high street. But some residents faced longer and less convenient car journeys.