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Women: pioneers of linguistic change

Williams Shakespeare, Charles Dickens, and Dr. Suess are known as some of the most innovative “word” creators in history. However, their influence might be overtaken by a new group of people: teenage girls.

Global warming upheaves locust life cycles

In a world increasingly shaped by climate change, a new study suggests that rising temperatures may pave the way for a surge in locust populations, potentially imperiling crops across vast swathes.

Why women develop more autoimmune diseases

The body’s immune system is composed of several components that work together to fight against pathogens, infections, or anything that could jeopardize our health.

Satellite hit Earth on Wednesday

You read that right: a satellite hit Earth on Wednesday, February 21. The dead European satellite entered the atmosphere at 12:15 EST over the Pacific Ocean between Alaska and Hawaii. 

A happy heart for American Heart Month

American Heart Month, an annual observance in February, is a crucial reminder of the pervasive threat of heart disease across the United States.

AI experiments share insight into how babies learn language

In a paper published in Science on February 1, 2024, researchers at New York University report that AI can use the fragmented experiences of a child to discern pieces of information about the world around it, such as learning there is something called a crib, or matching words to images in a book.