A luminous beauty with dramatic depth, she brought a layered intensity to harrowing roles and seduced Cary Grant in the romantic thriller “North by Northwest.”

Targeted gene therapies are highly effective at stopping cancers, but the very abundance of the treatments, plus cost and sluggish change, are hindering access.

The share of adults who say they regularly have friends over has declined dramatically since 1975.

Sleep duration and stages, including REM and deep sleep, were associated with risk for multiple diseases, with a sleep duration of 6-8 hours showing the greatest benefit.

The thrill capital of the world is saying goodbye to one of its record-breaking roller coasters, X2, amid pending lawsuits over claims that the ride at Six Flags Magic Mountain caused brain injuries and […]

Reading for pleasure may do more than entertain you. Research suggests it can support mental well-being and brain health from childhood through older adulthood, and may even help reduce your risk of A...

In a series of private meetings, the company consulted religious scholars to help instill morality into its A.I. models — and make the case that Claude could be conscious.

Raw ingredients are a hassle, and delivery fees are obscene. But prepared foods ask for nothing — and gourmet grocers are thriving like never before.

Catholics from the Peoria, Illinois, area are eagerly preparing for a long-awaited beatification service of the late Archbishop Fulton Sheen.

Crows are incredibly intelligent, recognizing faces for friendships/grudges, using tools, communicating complexly, holding "funerals," and playing.

Vegetables aren't protein powerhouses, but some punch above their weight. Here are the highest-protein vegetables ranked by grams per serving

Stairway hikes, museum shows, movie screenings and live music.

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"What this study makes clear is that alcohol-related cancer risk is not limited to one disease or one group of people."

Not all fruits and veggies are equal for heart health. Learn which flavanol-rich foods deliver the biggest cardiovascular benefits.

It’s not just about protection. It’s about living a bigger life.

If you’re perusing the aisles at a supermarket abroad, you might not be able to find some familiar brands on the shelf. Here are seven popular American foods that other countries won’t allow — and the...

GPT-5.6 Soul was used to post-train Luna, demonstrating recursive self-improvement in practice. Here's what this means for AI builders and the industry.

Vegetarian diets may be linked to a lower risk for developing chronic kidney disease, according to study data published in Scientific Reports. Previous studies have found associations between plant-b...

We’re speaking fewer words every year. Scientists worry what that’s doing to our brains.

More than one million genomes helped identify DNA variants linked to extroversion, agreeableness, neuroticism and more. Researchers measured how those traits influenced how people lived.

"Our goal is to both extend the survival of our brain tumor patients and improve the quality of their lives."

She challenged sexist assumptions, helping women develop a sense of self-worth and gain a measure of equality at work, at home and in society at large.

Learn a simple trick to master the difference between “further” and “farther” — two commonly confused words that even skilled writers mix up.

The evolution of school lunches in the U.S. tells a story of changing priorities in American culture.

Years back, I created websites, then a blog, and now I am throwing my hat in another ring with a substack.

In a new podcast, an expert explains what you need to know about Cyclospora.

Global warming is making high-altitude regions unstable, and could trigger more frequent landslides and floods.

Why We Stan A Post-Racism Queen. A new essay on my new project, essaying. Live now. If you are an OG tressiemc.com subscriber - you got this delivered to your inbox along with a free Substack subscrip...

Dolly Parton, the beloved music and film star known for her vibrant personality and poignant songwriting, has died. She was 80 years old.

Vanderbilt's New York City Location Vanderbilt’s Chelsea campus connects education, research and industry across New York by expanding opportunities for students, sparking innovation with partners and...

Your feet are a major source of information for your nervous system.

A new study suggests that following a vegan dietary plan for just 4 weeks could potentially lower inflammation and alter markers associated with aging.

You don’t need to run to the hardware store for spackling paste — there are quicker, easier ways to patch nail holes.

Why does chocolate taste different—and cost more? We spoke with experts to explain how cocoa shortages are changing chocolate and what consumers should know before buying.

I loved my mom more than my dog. So why did I cry for him but not for her?

Accepting climate-related disasters as the new normal will make it harder to restore the environment back to health.

Some homeowners are forgoing sprinklers due to budgeting and water waste. Choosing drought-tolerant grass and building a healthy soil profile help keep sprinkler-free lawns healthy.

It hasn’t been that long since Hurricane Hilary made a run at Southern California. Could this year see a repeat?

A new mathematical model on human longevity has calculated the theoretical maximum age a human brain can reach, suggesting humans could live up to twice the current 79 years.

A neuroscientist dares to argue that old-fashioned psychoanalysis holds the key to curing mental illness.

Cutting back on alcohol pays off faster than you'd think. Here are the science-backed benefits of not drinking alcohol.