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Leftist causes widely seen as more moral, even by conservatives, finds study. This asymmetry could help explain why political debates often feel morally lopsided, with one side perceived as defending human rights and the other seen as preserving tradition or security without the same ethical weight.

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3392923138 days ago

Verbal abuse in childhood has devastating impact on adult brain | The research highlights the need to treat verbal abuse as a serious public health issue that comes with enduring psychological consequences.

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2844498822 days ago

A few dozen people in the world have a rare genetic mutation that gives them the ability to fight off all viruses. An mRNA-based antiviral inspired by this prevents viral replication in hamsters/ mice, and scientists have yet to find a virus that can break through its defenses in cell culture.

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2512658115 days ago

New mRNA-based vaccine against gastric cancer led to tumor regression and eradication in all treated mice. Most promisingly, the vaccine shows impressive antitumor efficacy against peritoneal metastasis, which has historically been very challenging to treat.

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2192954117 days ago

Gerrymandering erodes confidence in democracy, finds study of nearly 30,000 US voters. When politicians redraw congressional district maps to favor their party, they may secure short-term victories. But those wins can come at a steep price — a loss of public faith in elections and democracy itself.

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2089985315 days ago

A newly discovered natural compound from a fungus that's only found on trees in Taiwan effectively blocks inflammation and pauses the proliferation of cancer cells. In lab tests, the compound suppressed inflammation and stopped the proliferation of lung cancer cells.

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1897435714 days ago

On April 2, 2025, President Trump declared “Liberation Day,” announcing broad tariffs to reduce trade deficits and revive US industry. A study finds that reciprocal retaliation results in net welfare losses for the US economy. Under optimal foreign retaliation, US welfare declines by up to 3.38%.

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1688036321 days ago

First antidote for carbon monoxide poisoning "cleans" blood in minutes | An engineered antidote acts like a sponge, soaking up CO attached to red blood cells. In mice, half the CO in the bloodstream was cleared out in less than a minute.

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1680932416 days ago

Adults diagnosed with ADHD often reduce their use of antidepressants after beginning treatment for ADHD. Properly identifying and addressing ADHD may lessen the need for other psychiatric medications—particularly in adults who had previously been treated for symptoms like depression or anxiety.

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1650668310 days ago

Cannabis use is gaining popularity in the United States, driven by growing legalization, public acceptance and diverse methods of consumption. More American adults — mainly men — are turning to cannabis for relief from physical and mental health symptoms.

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