Yes, heat can affect your brain and mood. Here's why
Hot summer temperatures can make you anxious and irritable and dull your thinking. Here's what researchers think is going on.
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After McConnell's and Feinstein's episodes, should age limits be on the table?
Two of the oldest members of the U.S. Senate showed the vulnerabilities that come with gerontocracy last week. But age limits can still be difficult to talk about or pass as law.
This Ivy League researcher says spirituality is good for our mental health
A Columbia University professor says spiritual beliefs can decrease our rates of anxiety and depression. I needed to understand how she came to these conclusions.
A worm that survived 46,000 years in permafrost wows scientists
A nematode found deep in frozen sediment has proven its ability to survive extreme environments long term. Scientists studying the species say their work could inform the protection of other animals.
How to maximize your summer meteor gazing
It's the time of year when many people look to the skies in search of shooting stars. We learn a few tricks to get the best view of incoming meteors.
Scientists fight to help protect the Florida coral that's dying from heat
Marine scientists say record ocean temperatures have sparked widespread coral bleaching in the Florida Keys. The extreme heat and bleaching have been deadly — killing all coral on one popular reef.
Did an honesty researcher fabricate data?
Duke professor and behavioral scientist Dan Ariely has been accused of using falsified data in research into ways to make people more honest. New info makes the case against him look stronger.
This week in science: Peanut allergies, poop at the beach, and pet safety in heat
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Regina Barber and Aaron Scott of the Short Wave podcast about peanut allergies, potentially unsafe poop levels at beaches, and how to keep pets safe in the heat.
Weighted infant sleepwear is meant to help babies rest better. Critics say it's risky
Parents are increasingly turning to weighted sleepwear to help lull their babies to sleep, but a growing number of doctors and safe sleep advocates warn it comes with risks that shouldn't be ignored.
Why stinky sweat is good
Most people think sweat can be stinky. And we work hard to remove that smell. But could a stinky sweat actually be a signal of something good?