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Brief periods of standing, walking tied to better blood sugar

Brief periods of standing, walking tied to better blood sugar

Older women at risk for type 2 diabetes may want to break up prolonged periods of sitting by standing or…
Antidepressants in pregnancy tied to autism

Antidepressants in pregnancy tied to autism

Women who take antidepressants during pregnancy may be more likely to have children with autism, a Canadian study suggests. The overall…
In Chile, world’s astronomy hub, scientists fear loss of dark skies

In Chile, world’s astronomy hub, scientists fear loss of dark skies

When some of the world's leading astronomers scaled a frosty, Chilean peak in mid-November to break ground on a state-of-the-art,…
Who’s too old for major treatment? Age not always a barrier

Who’s too old for major treatment? Age not always a barrier

Irwin Weiner felt so good after heart surgery a few weeks before turning 90 that he stopped for a pastrami…
‘Grandma’s magic remedy:’ Mexico’s medical marijuana secret

‘Grandma’s magic remedy:’ Mexico’s medical marijuana secret

When her legs ache, this Mexican grandmother rubs them with marijuana-infused alcohol. She is well aware the homemade remedy defies…
Twitter issues warnings of ‘state-sponsored hacking’

Twitter issues warnings of ‘state-sponsored hacking’

Twitter has warned some of its users that their accounts on the messaging platform may be the target of "state-sponsored…
Seti I mural repatriated from Britain

Seti I mural repatriated from Britain

Antiquities Minister Mamdouh el-Damati has said that the ministry received a mural of Seti I that the Foreign Ministry repatriated…
Switzerland honors Egyptian oncologist in the field of breast cancer

Switzerland honors Egyptian oncologist in the field of breast cancer

Mohamed Shaalan, Professor of surgical oncology, was honored by Markus Leitner, the Swiss ambassador to Cairo, and Nabil Nassar, the…
Feeling like a Grinch? At least it won’t shorten your life

Feeling like a Grinch? At least it won’t shorten your life

There's good news for grumpy women: Being happy apparently has no effect on how long you might live. That's the conclusion…
Can’t quit Facebook? Researchers have found the reasons why

Can’t quit Facebook? Researchers have found the reasons why

If you've ever tried taking a break from Facebook, or quitting the site altogether, only to find yourself logging back…
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