How AI Is Transforming the Grieving Process
Science writer David Berreby shares his personal journey with griefbots and discusses how they can offer unexpected comfort, insight and connection in the wake of loss.
What Food Texture Teaches Us about Perception, Culture and Language
Kendra Pierre-Louis steps in as interim host and dives into the science behind why some foods—especially mayonnaise—can gross us out.
Why Headaches Remain One of Medicine’s Most Misunderstood Disorders
Migraine and cluster headaches affect millions—yet research remains surprisingly thin.
Why We Struggle to Say No—And How to Get Better at It
Why saying no is harder than it should be.
Hurricane Melissa Was One of the Strongest Atlantic Storms Ever. Here’s Why
Hurricane Melissa’s rare intensity and lasting impact reveal how storms are evolving in a warming world.
Gut Reactions to Your Favorite Halloween Candy
This Halloween discover how your candy choices can trick—or treat—the microbes in your gut.
Will American Ownership Change What TikTok Shows You?
TikTok’s U.S. spin-off could reshape its algorithm and the way culture is curated online.
Mosquitoes Invade Iceland, Earth Darkens, and Bird Flu Returns
Bird flu surges and a government shutdown collide, complicating efforts to track cases and protect flocks.
Why Pregnant People Are Left Out of Drug Safety Studies
Despite the widespread use of medication during pregnancy, a lack of clinical research leaves patients and doctors navigating treatment with dangerously few data.
Why Some Apologies Feel Hollow—And Others Don’t
The words we choose when apologizing—especially longer, effortful ones—can signal sincerity and make our apologies feel more authentic.
Global Superbugs Surge, Chikungunya Hits Long Island, and Satellites Leak Data
A new WHO report warns of rising antimicrobial resistance, and researchers uncover satellite data leaks and insect surprises.
How a Space Rock Became a Scientific Breakthrough—And a Black Market Commodity
A massive Somali meteorite containing never-before-seen-on-Earth minerals vanished into the black market, raising ethical questions about science and ownership.
