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Diseases

From purling to puzzles, these hobbies could reduce your dementia risk

By Ruth Brookman, Celia Harris / The Conversation

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Wildlife

Baby raccoon found in chimney gets a nice bubble bath

Mother raccoons can make dens in then soot-filled structures.

By Margherita Bassi

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Biology

A social compass in the brain

People with a rare genetic disorder that damages the amygdala are helping neuroscientists rethink how the brain shapes fear, trust and concern for others.

By Richard Stone / Knowable Magazine

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Space

June skygazing: A visit to Venus, longest day of the year, sweet summer moon, and asteroids

Happy Asteroid Day!

By Tom Hawking

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Fish

Thomas the moray eel goes to the doctor

These eels have notoriously sharp teeth and can grow up to 8 feet long.

By Margherita Bassi

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Tech Hacks

How to go back in time with Google Maps

You can access historical imagery through Street View.

By David Nield

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Weather

They call it stupid hot for a reason: Heat muddles animal brains

As temperatures rise, some creatures pick fights while others struggle to learn. The consequences of these behavioral changes may ripple through ecosystems.

By Marta Zaraska / Knowable Magazine

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Robots

This creepy blob robot will keep going even if you break its legs

While Argus looks like a sea urchin, its designers took cues from physics, not biology.

By Mack DeGeurin

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Sustainability

4 lawn options for people who hate mowing 

Grass alternatives can bring beauty (and bees) to your yard.

By Debbie Wolfe

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