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Doctors emphasize early heart‑health habits as key to preventing future disease
Tackling risk factors in our younger years can prevent future heart problems in adulthood.
Know Your Benefits: Anthem Rewards offers gift cards for completing health milestones
For Metropolitan State University of Denver employees covered under an Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield policy, healthy habits and smart choices are good for your wellbeing and your wallet. Anthem Health Rewards offers up to $225 in gift cards for completing eligible health activities. Employees can begin earning by filling out a short health […]
Colonists dredged away Sydney's natural oyster reefs. Now, scientists know how best to restore them
New research has identified optimal design for artificial habitats to support restoration of oyster reefs, based on a detailed understanding of natural oyster reef geometry. Published in the global journal ...
FinTechs Target Latin America Small Business Cash Flow Gaps
Latin America’s digital habits are no longer confined to retail shopping or person-to-person transfers. They are directly influencing how smaller firms
What tip Heart Health Month often leaves out and how food can help
Support your heart health with realistic, food-first habits during Heart Health Month. A cardiologist explains why daily diet choices matter in 2026.
Earth on Track to Become Uninhabitable, Scientists Say
The planet is close to entering a death-spiral that could bring about a worst-case-scenario known as "hothouse Earth."
Health chief Kennedy says he’s no germaphobe, recalls snorting cocaine off toilet seats
The Kennedy scion divulged his old drug habits on comedian Theo Von’s podcast “This Past Weekend.
The No. 1 Morning Habit a Healthy Aging Expert Swears By
In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a longevity researcher reveals the first thing she does every morning to extend her healthspan.
Interested in longevity? Pick up this simple daily habit.
This part of your body is often overlooked, but it can have a major impact on your overall health. Here's how.
Improving Brain Health: Expert says sleep habits can help ward off dementia
Doctor says the quality and duration of sleep can make a big difference as we age.
Seagrass Saviours – Citizen Science, Divers and the Fight to Restore Plymouth Sound
Citizen science divers are helping restore vital seagrass habitats in Plymouth Sound. Inside a hands-on marine conservation success story.
Making science more visible
As he enters a laboratory with saltwater pools full of fish, Luka Žuvić explains how climate change is affecting the feeding ecology and reproductive biology of Atlantic bluefin tuna, and how the species is adapting.It is a topic that may seem remote to many people. But in a country where fishing and aquaculture are important to the economy and national identity, Žuvić’s research is at the intersection of science and society. “In Croatia, marine and environmental science are closely connected to people’s lives because fisheries, aquaculture, tourism and coastal development are a big part of our lives,” explains Žuvić, a doctoral student working at the Croatian Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries in the Adriatic coastal city of Split. He also serves as one of Croatia’s ambassadors to Science Comes to Town (SCTT), a European Commission-funded project that aims to make scientific research more accessible, while inspiring young people to study the sciences. The project kicked off in Spilt on 20 January with a conference attended by partner institutions, community representatives, policymakers and scientists. Along with Split, Brest (in France) and Kiel (in Germany) will host a year of activities connecting scientists with the public.Žuvić, 31, is part of the Young Researchers' Career Development Project, a doctoral programme funded by the Croatian Science Foundation. His research on Atlantic bluefin tuna builds on a foundation-backed project focusing on the reproductive potential of farmed tuna, including their sexual maturation and spontaneous spawning in captivity, which has implications for the restoration of the Adriatic Sea's natural tuna populations. He also studies the tuna's feeding ecology through stomach-content analysis, using DNA metabarcoding and morphological approaches, and employs geometric morphometrics to improve the identification of juvenile tuna and related species. The research aims to enhance understanding of the tuna farming ecology, improve fish farm management and contribute to sustainable aquaculture and fisheries research.Engaging with local communitiesConnecting with the community is crucial for Žuvić’s research. Conversations with fishermen help him better understand the bluefin tuna's habits and how marine pollution affects the fish. “They are also curious about the biology and ecology of bluefin tuna,” he says of local fishermen, adding that sharing research with non-scientists benefits everyone. “Sometimes scientific research is invisible,” he explains. “That's why we as researchers need to go out from our institutions and labs to the public so that we can show them what we are working on. This helps create more trust in the scientists and their research.”Engaging the public also raises awareness about the anthropogenic changes to the marine environment resulting from human activities and pollution. Žuvić helps remove plastic and other rubbish from the Adriatic Sea that pose a direct threat to marine species. Predators, such as bluefin tuna, are especially vulnerable to ingesting waste churned up by fishing trawlers. “They are very opportunistic fish that follow trawlers and ingest everything,” he notes. To illustrate the impact, he has shown students the contents of bluefin tuna stomachs. “Finding a plastic bottle cap in the stomach of a bluefin tuna is concerning,” he says. "Science can be a powerful way to turn curiosity into practical solutions,” Žuvić adds, and sharing research outcomes “helps increase public awareness and improve understanding of human impacts on the marine environment.”The research also has implications for Croatia's economy. The Atlantic bluefin tuna’s rich, flavourful meat is highly valued for sushi and other raw fish dishes. However, overfishing nearly brought its population to collapse by the early 2000s. Although the species has made a comeback in the Atlantic and Mediterranean regions, catches continue to be managed through agreements with the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas. Croatia was a pioneer in developing commercial aquaculture as an alternative to open-sea fishing and accounts for about 10% of the EU’s farmed production of the bluefin tuna, with Japan being a key export market.A history of European collaborationCroatia has participated in Europe’s framework programmes for research and innovation since 2007, six years before officially joining the EU. Žuvić believes that EU funding and collaboration with other European researchers is vital for Croatian science. As part of the SCTT opening conference, the Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries, the University of Split and other local institutions were part of a science fair to showcase research on topics, such as robotics and an EU LIFE project on the protection of sharks and rays in the Mediterranean. “I hope that Science Comes to Town will help increase scientific literacy and curiosity among citizens, particularly students, and show that science is not something that is distant or abstract, but something that directly affects everyday life,” Žuvić concludes. “Ultimately, I hope that projects like it contribute to building a society that values knowledge and critical thinking, and that we can think about long-term sustainability using knowledge from science.”Science|Business, which connects policymakers, academics and industry through its news reporting, analysis and events, is an SCTT partner.
Pool Corp. hires new exec; Jefferson Chamber, Habitat for Humanity of GBR name new boards
Take a look at some of the recent promotions and new hires announced at south Louisiana businesses.
Why do kids eat their boogers?
There may be something more than just a bad habit behind this behavior.
Healthy Habits Challenge
The Healthy Habits Challenge is an annual challenge held in March. The Healthy Habits Challenge is a month-long program that can be completed virtuall...
Experts Warn: The Dangerous Blur Between Science and Wellness in Mental Health Bestsellers
A marketplace where labels blur In many bookstores, titles rooted in clinical science sit inches from glossy self-help guides promising instant serenity. That proximity can make rigorous research look interchangeable with lifestyle advice, especially when everything shares the same bright displays. Readers encounter a single aisle labeled “psychology,” even when the content ranges from peer-reviewed evidence to spiritual rituals. The result is a subtle but pervasive blur, turning a complex health landscape into a grab-bag of mixed claims. Why the shelves can mislead Retail categories are built for convenience, not for methodological clarity or clinical accuracy. When “development personal” or “wellness” becomes the default bin, evidence-based psychology competes with coaching manifestos and mystical manuals. The visual language of covers—calming color palettes, confident subtitles, glowing endorsements—flattens the distinction between randomized trials and anecdotal wisdom. In that aesthetic harmony, a guide on cognitive behavioral therapy may appear no more “serious” than a book on moon manifestation. The stakes for readers and patients Confusion carries real risks, including delayed care when people self-treat serious symptoms with untested routines. Vulnerable readers—facing depression, trauma, or anxiety—may be swayed by charismatic voices over careful data. Some messages frame recovery as pure willpower, which can amplify shame when symptoms persist despite effort. Others overpromise universal solutions, ignoring cultural context, diagnostic nuance, and comorbidity. “Shelving is not neutral; it shapes beliefs, expectations, and choices.” What professionals and retailers are asking Clinicians and public-health experts argue for clear, readable signage that separates science-based mental health from broader wellness. Books by licensed psychiatrists or psychologists that cite peer-reviewed studies could be grouped under “Evidence-Based Mental Health.” Adjacent space might host reflective memoirs, coaching workbooks, or contemplative philosophy—valuable in their way, but clearly labeled as non-clinical guidance. Booksellers emphasize their dual role as cultural curators and commercial actors, noting they respond to demand while striving for quality standards. How clarity could look and feel The goal is not to police ideas, but to help readers navigate with confidence. Transparent categorization respects reader autonomy while lifting the signal of credible practice. Clear tags—such as “scientific references,” “clinical overview,” or “personal narrative”—can work like map legends, turning a maze into a route. And when a book blends modes, hybrid labels can acknowledge both insight and limitation. A practical checklist for choosing wisely Check the author’s credentials: clinical license, academic affiliation, or relevant training. Scan the references: citations to peer-reviewed journals or reputable guidelines. Look for scope limits: clear statements about who the book is and isn’t for, and when to seek care. Seek methods, not miracles: approaches tested across diverse groups, with measurable outcomes. Watch the language: be wary of absolute claims, stigmatizing tones, or one-size-fits-all promises. Cross-verify with trusted bodies: national psychology associations or public-health agencies. The publisher’s responsibility Publishers can raise the bar by standardizing disclosure on methods, sample sizes, and limitations. Editorial policies could require conflict-of-interest statements, transparent citations, and plain-language summaries of evidence. Marketing should avoid medicalized framing for books that lack clinical validation, even when sales incentives press for bold claims. When a manuscript mixes reflection with research, honest jacket copy can prevent false equivalence. Coexisting without confusion Wellness writing can offer genuine comfort, perspective, and daily habits that support well-being. Scientific texts can provide structured tools, validated therapies, and realistic expectations for progress. The aim is to let these strands coexist, while giving readers the navigational cues to tell them apart. With clearer shelves, informed labels, and modest design tweaks, we can protect reader trust—and keep the aisle both inviting and intelligent.
Longevity expert shares his daily routine for wellness: I'm 'really intentional' about applying my research to my life
After studying longevity for decades, Matt Kaeberlein says he's applying what he's learned to his own life and habits. Here's his daily routine for wellness.
Heard on Campus: Public talks focus on ‘origins’
The first lectures in the 32nd annual Ashtekar Frontiers of Science series focused on origins and included talks on the search for potentially habitable planets and the transition of animals from water to land.
US man shares clever AirTag trick that Apple never explains when you buy it
US tech creator reveals a simple AirTag setup trick Apple doesn’t explain, plus a small habit that makes trackers far more useful day to day
Most Preventable Cancers Are Linked to Just Two Lifestyle Habits
We have the power to make great change.
Youth mental health trends marked by rapid technological change, shifting social habits
The Jed Foundation (JED), an organization focused on mental health for teens and young adults, laid out the emerging risks and opportunities in the year ahead.
Brewing Better Health explores healthy habits and prevention
A School of Public Health Brewing Better Health conversation with Angela Heinemann, Ph.D., and Dean Muge Akpinar-Elci, M.D., MPH, on habit formation, prevention and healthy routines at any age.
1 'Powerful' Habit For Heart Health That's Not Exercise
In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a cardiologist reveals a habit that has the heart-healthy benefits of exercise, but can be done while sitting in place.
Driving Habits Provide Window Into Seniors' Brain Health
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterTHURSDAY, Jan. 29, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Larry Duncan valued driving as part of his independence. But Duncan — a retired business owner from Pinehurst, North Carolina — started to become more nervous behind the wheel prior to his diagnosis with Alzheimer’s ...
A potentially habitable new planet has been discovered 146 light-years away – but it may be -70C
The Earth-size planet HD 137010 b has a ‘50% chance of residing in the habitable zone’ of its sun-like star, scientists say
Older adults’ driving habits offer window into brain health, cognitive decline
Research Highlights: A study of over 200 adults followed for five years found that greater white matter damage in the brain was linked to decreased driving, fewer trips, repetitive routes and having more driving errors, especially in those who later ...
Three tips for helping your family develop healthy screen habits
Dr. Elizabeth Johnson reveals what families can do to build healthy childhood device habits and strengthen family bonds.
WHO urges schools worldwide to promote healthy eating for children
Healthy food in schools can help children develop healthy dietary habits for life, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), which released a new global guideline on evidence-based policies and interventions to create healthy school food environments.
Citizen science and the challenge of measuring urban sustainability
Cities are expected to track sustainability progress with data that are often incomplete, outdated, or available only at national level. New research led by IIASA in collaboration with UN-Habitat finds ...
Aging Expert Says Trump Trip Revealed Worrying Health Clue
An expert on aging has flagged a recurring habit of the 79-year-old president.
3 Healthy Habits To Automate In 2026 For More Effective Leadership
The leadership environment continues to intensify. In 2026, core healthy habits are no longer optional for CEOs. Here are three that matter most.
Turns out grandma was wrong: 6 everyday habits debunked by science
Every day, we rely on habits shaped by upbringing and tradition, assuming they protect our health; but modern science challenges that assumption; here are six everyday examples that expose the gap between common sense and scientific evidence
6 daily habits to slow aging, from a Harvard brain expert
Harvard scientist Rudolph Tanzi shares his plan for brain health and aging well, including habits for sleep, stress and social interaction.
Book Review: ‘Two Women Living Together,’ by Kim Hana and Hwang Sunwoo
In “Two Women Living Together,” the authors reflect on the joys of platonic cohabitation.
The Power of Play!: Helping Kids Build Healthy Habits Early
Cone Health Play! welcomes children 4 months to 3 years old for parent-child classes and independent activities designed to meet kids where they are developmentally.
For burgers, groceries or edibles, try these new NJ businesses
The Food Emporium is open in Waldwick. Habit Burger & Grill is in Clifton. Mister Jones Dispensary in Little Ferry offers vapes, pre-rolls, tinctures.
How Prediction-Based Apps Are Blending Entertainment and Technology
Entertainment habits continue to evolve as audiences look for experiences that feel more interactive and connected. Prediction-based apps sit at the center of that shift, combining live entertainment with responsive technology to keep users involved in real time rather than on the sidelines. These platforms fit naturally into everyday media routines. They blend live events, […]
This 1 Free Activity Boosts Health More Than a Workout, Therapist Says
In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a therapist reveals an important healthy habit that too many of us overlook.
Civilian Health Promotion Services announces upcoming events, heart he
The Civilian Health Promotion Services is hosting events in support of healthy heart habits, open to all Team Robins civilian employees.
Health experts share benefits of saying 'no' to alcohol during 'Dry January'
Registered dietitian with Orlando Health, Sara Riehm, joins WESH 2 to share how setting healthier habits could be positive in the new year
The science behind small wins
So you want to change a habit — or maybe start something new. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author Charles Duhigg’s book, “The Power of Habit,” explores how habits are made, and the cues and rewards that shape our behavior. He spoke with Amna Nawaz about how to make habits that actually stick as well as his most recent book, “Supercommunicators.”
How Establishing Micro Habits Can Help You Achieve Health Goals
Micro habits are small, practical actions that can make a big difference and lead to significant improvements for your health. Dr. Taz Bhatia, host of the hol+ podcast, joins TODAY with ways to start building micro habits to enhance a healthy gut, nervous system and metabolism — in just three weeks.
New study highlights heart health risks for young adults
New research from the University of South Carolina suggests that focusing on long-term health habits during young adulthood may improve heart health.
‘The Pitt’ Asks: Is TV Better in Small Doses?
The hospital drama has become the champion of a return to old-fashioned weekly viewing habits. But honestly, it makes a pretty great binge watch.
Spurs 'not showing levels they are capable of'
There's not enough intensity to identify the danger. "Those are simple things that, when you've seen Thomas Frank's teams play elsewhere, you know he demands a certain standard of how they press the ball. You see little things like that and it's hard to understand where those little habits come from.
Dry January encourages reset on alcohol habits, Lowcountry health experts say
The New Year often brings resolutions focused on health; one of the most popular in recent years is Dry January, a monthlong break from alcohol.
Science army mobilizes to map U.S. soil microbiome
Massive endeavor including Hopkins researchers and students aims to understand the planet's most biodiverse habitats
6 Tiny Health Habits That Can Make a Big Difference This Year
Build healthier habits this year with six simple micro-resolutions—easy daily actions that support heart health, blood sugar balance, movement, and stress relief.
Andrew Huberman swears by this morning habit to optimize his health
The "Huberman Lab" podcast host says good health comes down to "intentionally high cortisol in the morning and intentionally low cortisol at night."
Andrew Huberman swears by this morning habit to optimize his health
The "Huberman Lab" podcast host says good health comes down to "intentionally high cortisol in the morning and intentionally low cortisol at night."
Hitting health goals, including eating healthier with the help of a Massachusetts meal company
Health experts say clear goals — not resolutions — are key to healthier eating. A Massachusetts meal delivery service is helping busy people stick to nutritious habits this New Year.
Dietitians Reveal 5 Little Habits for Better Health and Nutrition
Protein isn't on the list.
How to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions—Behavioral Science Tips That Work
Behavioral economist Katy Milkman explains why most New Year’s resolutions fail and shares how science-backed strategies can build habits that last.
Brain Health Challenge: Test Your Knowledge of Healthy Habits
It’s never too early or too late to start healthy brain habits. Today, test your knowledge with a pop quiz.
Ex-McKinsey consultant had to unlearn habits to build his startup
A former McKinsey consultant shares what he had to unlearn from consulting to succeed in startup life.
3 science-backed tips for making New Year’s resolutions more fun
You may think that you just need to work harder to reach your goals — but research shows you’re more likely to stick with good habits if they’re enjoyable.
Why Highly Gifted Minds Start Their Day Differently—The Morning Habit Science Explains
Ever wondered what happens in the minds of highly gifted individuals during those first sleepy moments of the day? For people with a very high IQ (130 and above), mornings don’t start like everyone else’s. Their minds, ever restless and buzzing, set the tone for how they face the early light—often with a morning habit…
5 little habits to try every day for a healthier year
Your ears. Your feet. Your teeth. How you take care of them matters. Try these small daily habits to improve your health this year.
Want to Protect Our Democracy? Here Are Three Key Mental Habits.
Long after Trump is gone, the damage will remain. Each of us needs to find a path back.
Apple Fitness+ launches new features for building exercise habits
Apple Fitness+ has announced a variety of features to help users achieve their goals, including new multiweek programs and more.
Superfood or sugar in a glass: Is orange juice a food villain or saint?
The habit of drinking a glass of orange juice can have a considerable effect on your health.
Cherry Street business owner says changing shopping habits hurt sales in 2025
Magnolia Soap and Bath Company, located on Cherry Street, recently celebrated five years in business, and has grown to three locations. But owner, Scottie Lawrence, says 2025 brought unexpected challenges like slowing sales.
3 apps I'm actually using to keep my New Year's resolutions
Habit tracking app options are endless, but these 3 apps have proven to be the most effective in actually making progress.
Nathalie Cabrol, astrobiologist: ‘It’s an achievement of science to admit we don’t know what life is’
The French-American scientist heads the Carl Sagan Center and researches the potential for humans to inhabit the extreme environments of our galaxy
9 daily habits highly successful people have in common
We analyzed the Power Hours routines of top execs. Here are the 9 best life hacks and productivity tips they use to stay focused and balanced.
3 keystone habits that can transform your health this year
Keystone habits are foundational behaviors that can influence other areas of your well-being. When you establish one, it sets off a cascade of positive changes.
The spiders on the icecaps of Mars
Astrobiologists think they could point to more habitable areas on the red planet
Trying to improve your health and wellness in 2026? Keep it simple
The new year is a time when many try to start new good habits and commit to improving health and wellness.
Drake Relays and Iowa Sports Foundation Inspire Healthy Starts in 2026
A renewed partnership encouraging Iowans to turn New Year's goals into active habits
Forest analysis: Still progressing under Dyche
The feeling around the City Ground should be one of pride, and the belief Nottingham Forest are continuing to move in the right direction. The chaos of the start of the season - when Ange Postecoglou replaced Nuno Espirito Santo and barely lasted six weeks - has been replaced by the almost serene nature of the past two months under Sean Dyche. Defeat meant it is successive losses for the first time under Dyche, a testament to how quickly he got to grips with a floundering team, but Forest cannot afford to allow it to become a habit.
7 habits JPMorgan's billionaire clients attribute to success
Many of the habits are also accessible to non-billionaires, and relatively common among successful individuals.
Cold water changes your cells—and science says it only takes one week - Futura-Sciences
A daily dip in cold water might do more than wake you up — it could actually reprogram your body at the cellular level. According to researchers from the University of Ottawa, this simple habit ... Read more
A nutritionist cut out ultra-processed foods 2 years ago. Here are the habits he kept, and the ones he ditched.
Over the past year, the nutritionist Rob Hobson has made two helpful tweaks to the way he plans and prepares his meals to work better with his busy schedule.
I interviewed some of the top longevity experts in 2025: 4 healthy habits they all have in common—'it's so important to get your body moving'
Implement these four daily behaviors that longevity experts prioritize to increase your chances of living longer, in good health.
The Science (and Pseudoscience) of Everyday Life
Everyday life is full of small behaviors we treat as moral choices, scientific truths, or acts of civic virtue—often without much reflection. From abandoned shopping carts to climate guilt over pet ownership, from misplaced faith in statistical “significance” to misunderstandings of animal behavior, these examples reveal how intuition, habit, and oversimplified science shape what we believe.
ChatGPT recapped your personal AI habits in 2025. Here's how to see yours.
Reflect on your generative AI use this year.
Column | I’m a doctor. Here are 10 science-backed tips to help you get healthier.
New routines don’t stick overnight. So pick one habit at a time and make it as easy as possible.
Why most health resolutions fail—and what science says actually works
As wellness advice floods social media, experts point to a short list of science-backed habits that improve health—and a few popular resolutions you’re better off skipping.
Why most health resolutions fail—and what science says actually works
As wellness advice floods social media, experts point to a short list of science-backed habits that improve health—and a few popular resolutions you’re better off skipping.
Transformational Astrophysics And Exoplanet Science With Habitable Worlds Observatory's High Resolution Imager
Habitable Worlds Observatory (HWO) will be NASA's flagship space telescope of the 2040s
This “mushroom” is not a fungus, it’s a bizarre plant that breaks all the rules
Balanophora is a plant that abandoned photosynthesis long ago and now lives entirely as a parasite on tree roots, hidden in dark forest undergrowth. Scientists surveying rare populations across East Asian islands uncovered how its cellular machinery shrank but didn’t disappear, revealing unexpected similarities to parasites like malaria. Some island species even reproduce without sex, cloning themselves to colonize new habitats. This strange survival strategy comes with risks, leaving the plant highly vulnerable to habitat loss.
Cate Blanchett says she swears by a 'cliché' morning habit to kickstart her day
Cate Blanchett says her beauty habits let her skip heavy makeup: "If your skin is in good shape, there's no need for a lot of cover-up."
6 actresses on refusing the boxes Hollywood tried to put them in
On our Oscar Actresses Roundtable, Sydney Sweeney, Jennifer Lopez, Gwyneth Paltrow, Elle Fanning and Tessa Thompson open up about bad press, career boxes and inhabiting their roles.
Award of Merit, Sports/Entertainment: Seattle Aquarium Ocean Pavilion
Combining living habitats, hands-on exploration and behind-the-scenes functions, the $141-million, 50,000-sq-ft Ocean Pavilion differs from other aquariums by highlighting the interconnectedness of human and marine life.
Dick Van Dyke Credits His Longevity to One Habit, And It's Backed by Science
He turns 100 on December 13.
Scientists have been studying the exoplanet TRAPPIST-1 e. Could it harbor alien life? : Short Wave
Want to be a top notch candidate for hosting alien life? Then there's a few key requirements you should be aware of: Ideally, you're a large object like a moon or a planet; scientists suspect you also have an atmosphere and water; plus, you should orbit your star from a nice mid-range distance — in the "Goldilocks Zone" of habitability. Until recently, you would be competing against TRAPPIST-1 e. It's a planet outside of our solar system. TRAPPIST-1 e is also only 40 light years away, rocky and the same size as Earth, which prompted researchers to investigate whether it also has an atmosphere — and the potential for alien life. A team of researchers has been investigating TRAPPIST-1 e to learn more about its potential. Their answers, recently published in the Astrophysical Journal Letters, say a lot not just about this exoplanet, but about how scientists should refocus their hunt for alien life.Interested in more space science? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
Prairie strips can rapidly improve soil health
Prairie strips can improve measures of soil health faster than expected, according to new research by Iowa State University scientists working in cooperation with the Soil Health Institute. Earlier studies have shown that prairie strips established in approximately 10% of a field can significantly increase biodiversity and pollinator habitat, reduce erosion and improve water quality. However, strips’ impacts on soil health have remained largely unexamined until now. Findings published recently in the Journal of Soil and Water Conservation showed that prairie strips improved a number of soil health measures within 10-12 years.
Brain health tips: Neurosurgeon shares 5 simple habits that help
The brain works tirelessly to help us think, remember, decide, and feel. Neuroscience suggests that the overall ‘fitness’ of the brain highly depends on daily habits. As it turns out, seemingly simple lifestyle patterns can shape the structure, connectivity, and resilience of the brain over time. Highlighting the importance of consistency, balance, and protection for long-term brain resilience, US-based neurosurgeon Dr. Jay Jagannathan shared 5 simple habits that help improve brain health and function, when done consistently. Let’s take a closer look:
Knicks' fervor defending home court is habit they may need when it...
The Knicks outlasted the Magic to go 13-1 in their first 14 MSG starts this year, and avenged the only home loss they’ve suffered so far.
Tybee Island Marine Science Center hosts Whale Week to educate about endangered North Atlantic right whales
Conservationists continue working to ensure the species doesn’t disappear forever as the whales face ongoing threats in their critical habitat areas.
What Is A Superhabitable Planet And Have We Found Any?
While we’re looking for Earth 2.0, might we stumble on an upgrade?
What is ‘scromiting’ or CHS, condition caused by habitual marijuana use?
A vomiting disorder linked to frequent marijuana use is on the rise, prompting global health officials to allow researchers to track the condition and study it. Dubbed on social media as “scr…
YouTube releases its first-ever recap of videos you've watched
YouTube Recap features a set of up to 12 different cards that highlight a user's top channels, interests, the evolution of their viewing habits, and which personality type they fall into based on the videos they loved to watch.
5 morning habits that reduce cancer risk and promote long-term health | - The Times of India
Your morning routine significantly impacts long-term health and cancer risk. Simple daily habits like morning exercise, a plant-based breakfast, sunli
Scientists Discover a Hidden Split in West Coast Killer Whales
Researchers identified two ecologically distinct communities of transient killer whales along the West Coast, each with unique hunting behaviors, habitats, and social networks.