Reporting on the science of saunas

For centuries people have sought out saunas and hot springs for their supposed healing properties. But the science behind ...

The origin of the chew: When did we learn to eat like this?

It's likely you've already chewed and swallowed some tasty morsel today. But when did that ability emerge? New evidence points to at least the middle Jurassic, back when dinosaurs still reigned.
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This week in science: T. rex footprints, solar 'superflares,' and benefits of reading

It's time now for our science news round up from Short Wave, NPR'S science podcast. I'm joined by the show's host Regina Barber and Nate Rott. Hey y'all. REGINA BARBER, BYLINE: Hey. NATE ROTT, BYLINE: ...
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This week in science: Archaeology fakes, hurricanes and lizards, and heat health effects

Time now for our science news roundup from Short Wave, NPR's science podcast. I'm joined now by Regina Barber and Nate Rott from the show. Hey to both of you. REGINA BARBER, BYLINE: Hey. NATE ROTT, ...
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NPR and WBUR’s new series ‘Your Turn with Allison Aubrey’ wants to make midlife the best era yet

The new 10-episode limited series from NPR and WBUR helps women navigate the twists and turns of midlife with stories backed ...
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The U.S. relied on these science advisers. Then the Trump administration cut them

Netia McCray stands outside the Museum of Science, where she runs a STEM educational program for teens, in Boston, Mass. McCray has been suffering from long COVID since 2020. (Lucy Lu for NPR) Netia ...