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Winter Olympians often compete in freezing temperatures – physiology and advances in materials science help keep them warm [2d]
Whether it’s yoga, rock climbing or Dungeons & Dragons, taking leisure to a high level can be good for your well-being [2d]
Federal and state authorities are taking a 2-pronged approach to make it harder to get an abortion [2d]
US experiencing largest measles outbreak since 2000 – 5 essential reads on the risks, what to do and what’s coming next [2d]
New technologies are stepping up the global fight against wildlife trafficking [2d]
What is the American Dream, and has it become harder to achieve in recent years? [2d]
There’s a competition crisis in America’s state legislatures – and that’s bad for democracy [2d]
Aldi is coming to Colorado, and the disruption could lead to lower food prices [2d]
Has globalization lessened the importance of physical distance? For economic shocks, new research suggests ‘yes’ [2d]
Will a ‘Trump slump’ continue to hit US tourism in 2026 − and even keep World Cup fans away? [2d]
Fears about TikTok’s policy changes point to a deeper problem in the tech industry [2d]
From ski jumps and sliding bobsleds to engineering snow, here are 5 essential reads on the science of the Winter Olympics [2d]