What does it mean for Biden’s prostate cancer to be ‘aggressive’? A urologic surgeon explains
Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an “aggressive” form of prostate cancer that…
Users are drawn to high-risk behaviour
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Who really benefits from smart tech at home? ‘Optimising’ family life can reinforce gender roles
Have you heard of the “male technologist” mindset? It may sound familiar, and you may…
What’s it like being a raven or a crow?
Many of us as children may have wondered what’s going on inside the mind of…
Billions of cicadas are emerging, from Cape Cod to north Georgia – here’s how and why we map them
If they’re in your area, you’ll know it from their loud droning, chirping and buzzing…
A decade after the release of ‘The Martian’ and a decade out from the world it envisions, a planetary scientist checks in on real-life Mars exploration
Andy Weir’s bestselling story “The Martian” predicts that by 2035 NASA will have landed humans…
Boredom gets a bad rap. But science says it can actually be good for us
We have all experienced boredom – that feeling of waning interest or decreased mental stimulation.…
Can cats drink milk? Despite the stereotypes, it’s actually a bad idea
Cats have a long history with humans, going back more than 9,000 years. Attracted to…
From furry friends to fish, turning up the heat helps animals fight germs − how Mother Nature’s cure offers humans a lesson on fever
Why do people get fevers when we get sick? It’s a common misconception that pathogens,…
Growing up on a farm can prevent asthma and allergies
According to Québec’s public health research centre, the Institut national de santé publique du Québec…