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The intricate whorls and striations of dust that drift between the stars have just been revealed in stupefying detail.

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In a lot of jobs, it can feel like there aren't enough hours in the working day, but a new study points to two effective ways of warding off fatigue: taking regular microbreaks and getting support ...

Scientists have discovered cannabidiol, a compound in cannabis known as CBD, in a common Brazilian plant, opening potential ...

An international team of astronomers has detected mysterious chirping signals in an unexpected region of space, raising major ...

Alcohol is often used as a sleep aid – with some people crediting a "nightcap" with helping them fall asleep more easily.

It's long been thought our species was unique in its ability to adapt to harsh climates like bone-dry deserts or thick-set ...

For generations, Gatorade and similar electrolyte beverages have been helpful tools for athletes seeking a competitive edge.

When the Sun is near the horizon, its light passes through a lot more of the atmosphere to reach the Earth's surface than ...

Twins occur when two separate eggs are fertilized at the same time, or when a fertilized eggs splits into two. Multiple ...