The Newest Way to Go Analog
Digital devices from a less connected era are getting a second life.
Being Human
The body and the mind don’t have to be such mysteries.
The Genes That Could Cancel Out a Fatal Diagnosis
The key to treating genetic disease might be hidden in other “modifier” genes.
At Least You’re Not Playing in the World Cup Right Now
The athletes train for this heat, but even elite-level acclimation only goes so far.
A Long-Standing Theory of Childbirth Is a Myth
Delivering a human baby is not uniquely difficult.
The Beef Administration’s Blind Spot
Should RFK Jr. be more open to the idea of eating manatees?
France Is Too Hot for Shutters and Ceiling Fans
Millions of people are suffering through the hottest days of their lives with few options.
A Fancy Name for Junk Food
Does the war on “ultra-processed foods” make any sense?
Are GLP-1s Performance-Enhancing Drugs?
A weight-loss medication eased Serena Williams’s comeback. Experts can’t agree on whether that counts as doping.
The Butterfly Longevity Diet
Researchers aren’t sure why Heliconius butterflies live so long, but pollen may be part of the answer.
The New Science of Psychedelic Drugs
University researchers are looking for ways to engineer better mind-altering therapeutic experiences