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August 31, 2024

Tamarin Monkeys Among Only Three Species Including Humans That Use ‘Names’ to Identify Each Other—Discover the Surprising Cognitive Leap

Tamarins use specific vocalizations to identify each other, akin to names—a highly advanced cognitive ability that, apart from humans, had only been discovered in elephants and dolphins, according to a study by

Blanket Toss during a Nalukataq in Utqiagvik

Travel·USA

Alaska’s Utqiagvik Begins 64 Days of Darkness: How Residents and Science Thrive Without Sunlight

Utqiagvik, Alaska entered its annual polar night phase at 1:27 p.m. AKST on Monday, November 18, 2024, marking the start of a 64-day period without direct sunlight. The sun will not rise again in this northernmost U.S. town until January

November 24, 2024

Christmas Music’s Effects on the Brain: How Seasonal Songs Boost Dopamine, Relieve Stress, and Trigger Nostalgia for Well-Being

Health·News·Science

Recent scientific studies reveal the measurable health benefits of Christmas music, challenging long-held assumptions about seasonal tunes’ effects on human well-being. Research from McGill