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Nine mental-health tips for a happier 2026

Regardless of any resolutions you may have for 2026, one thing is for sure: Everyone wants to have a happy new year.While losing weight or saving money may be great goals, the most straightforward path to happiness is caring for your mental and emotional health. A robust body of research shows that simple cognitive and behavioral strategies can reliably boost happiness and reduce stress – and they’re generally free and accessible to all.These strategies don’t have to be super time-consuming, but they do require intention: They only work if you do them.Here, psychologist Valentina Ogaryan, PhD, clinical director of the Simms/Mann UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology, shares her top tips for cultivating more calm, centeredness and happiness in the new year (or anytime):Make time for playPlay isn’t just for kids, and it’s far from frivolous. The National Institute for Play says engaging in silliness, fun and just-for-pleasure activities reduces stress and increases optimism and resilience. A recent review also found that play improves mental health.“Adults can benefit from play as much as children,” Dr. Ogaryan says, “not just as a reward, but something that helps regulate.”So go ahead and dance with your dog, build something with Legos, tell a joke, sing karaoke or do anything else that feels like fun. Don’t worry about being productive, just enjoy yourself. And, if you can, opt for more analog play, Dr. Ogaryan suggests, as a respite from our ever-more-digital world. Move your bodyWhether you dance, ski, do yoga, play pickleball, ride a bike, roller-skate, hike or lift weights, physical movement benefits overall happiness and well-being. A 2018 review study of more than 1.2 million adults in the U.S. found that doing any kind of exercise was “significantly and meaningfully associated” with better self-reported mental health.The sweet spot was 45 minutes of movement three to five times a week, but even short bursts of physical activity can boost brain health, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.“Movement helps support mood and regulate the nervous system,” Dr. Ogaryan says.Plus: exercise can improve sleep quality, and sleep is essential for mental health.Prioritize sleep“Sleep plays a major role in managing stress,” Dr. Ogaryan says. Research shows that lack of sufficient sleep increases the risk of various diseases, including depression.While stress can interfere with sleep, practicing good sleep hygiene can make logging ZZ’s easier. That means maintaining a consistent bedtime; keeping the bedroom cool, dark and quiet; and avoiding social media, news and stimulating shows before bed.Consume lessWe live in a consumer culture, inundated by endless streams of content and advertising everywhere we go, which makes it easy to get overstimulated.“Something really helpful for stress reduction is to simply consume less,” Dr. Ogaryan says – less news, less social media, less information, less noise, less screen time. “It’s about reducing the input,” she says.Consider setting a maximum number of news articles per day, for example, or a time limit on scrolling. Maybe even go device free for an afternoon or a whole day.Practice present-moment awarenessWith so much coming at us all the time, focusing on the here and now can make life feel more manageable, Dr. Ogaryan says: “When everything feels super overwhelming, when everything feels larger than life, let’s make our world a little bit smaller for that moment in time.”She suggests taking things one day, or even one hour, at a time. Ask yourself: What’s my next right action? Release the need to know how everything turns out and liberate yourself from having to handle everything right now. Let the future take care of itself and just focus on the current moment. Then the next one. Have a daily anchorFrom work to the daily commute to family and life responsibilities, our days can feel jam-packed. Dr. Ogaryan recommends creating a centering daily anchor that can fit into even the busiest day.Maybe it’s a 10-minute walk during your lunch break or mindfully enjoying your coffee in the morning. Let your anchor adapt to your needs each day, she says, but be intentional about using that time to ground yourself and calm your nervous system. You might even say to yourself, “I choose this walk to help me become centered,” or “My day already feels stressful, so I’m going to take the next 10 minutes to enjoy this cup of coffee, feel the warm mug in my hand and just be present.” Having an anchor won’t erase the busy-ness from your day, but it will allow you to approach it more calmly.Be kind to yourselfMost of us have a harsh inner critic in our heads who works overtime. But that critical voice only increases our stress, triggering the same fight-or-flight response as caustic words from another person.To feel happier, we need to replace that inner critic with a kinder, more compassionate voice, Dr. Ogaryan says. Studies show that self-compassion is a source of eudaimonic happiness – the kind of happiness associated with purpose and meaning in life.While our knee-jerk reaction may be to self-criticize – “How could you let it get to this point? You didn’t manage your time well and now the project is going to be late. You’re so inept.” – we fare better mentally by treating ourselves with kindness, like we would a friend. That might sound like, “You’ve got a lot on your plate, but you are capable and you’ll get it done. I believe in you.”We may think that speaking kindly to ourselves means letting ourselves off the hook, so we end up becoming lazy do-nothings. But research shows the opposite: People who are self-compassionate are more likely to try harder in the face of failure and ultimately reach their goals.You can thank your inner critic for its good intentions, but resolve to talk to yourself in a kind, compassionate voice.Connect with othersHumans are social animals built for connection. Stress can be isolating and cause us to withdraw, but connecting with others is a salve for the psyche, Dr. Ogaryan says.“We know that not all relationships are always easy, but if we can think about intentional, nourishing connection – even in really small doses – it could really help center us,” she says.Take a moment to laugh with your colleagues, hug your pet, have a conversation with a friend or smile at the barista making your coffee. A study found that even tiny interactions with casual acquaintances and strangers decreases loneliness and improves happiness and well-being.Seek supportIf you try these practices and happiness remains elusive, or if you can’t access the wherewithal to follow these tips, seek support from your physician or a therapist. Mental health conditions are among the most common health issues in the U.S. and around the world – more prevalent than diabetes or heart disease. One in five people in the U.S. experiences a mental illness each year, with depression and anxiety the most common, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.“We can all think about these tips,” Dr. Ogaryan says. “But it’s important to recognize if you’ve done everything you can and you’re still really struggling, it’s really important to seek help.”

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Dec 23, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • uclahealth.org
McClellan Excited for Strong Family Bond at K-State - Kansas State University Athletics

Nick McClellan, a first team all-state honoree at Christian Brothers College (Mo.) High School and one of the finest two-way players in the country, had star...

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Dec 23, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Sports • kstatesports.com
The AI dating arms race: Dating apps are betting millions that you'll fall back in love with them

Dating apps like Tinder, Hinge, Bumble, and Grindr are investing in AI-powered matchmaking, hoping to fend off swiping fatigue.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 4:40 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
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Samsung Electronics unit Harman to acquire ZF Group's ADAS business for $1.8 billion

Samsung Electronics announced on Tuesday a $1.8 billion deal to acquire Germany's ZF Friedrichshafen's autonomous driving technology unit to combine it with its audio business and offer next-generation in-car platforms.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 4:11 AM EST • Business • reuters.com
One thousand Pennsylvanians now dropping health insurance daily

Nansi Armstrong is living in America’s painful health insurance purgatory: earning too much to qualify for Medicaid but not enough to cover premiums...

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Dec 23, 2025 • 4:00 AM EST • Health • post-gazette.com
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HARMAN to Acquire ZF’s ADAS Business

STAMFORD, CT – December 23, 2025 – HARMAN International, a global leader in automotive technology and lifestyle audio, and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to...

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Dec 23, 2025 • 3:06 AM EST • Business • iprsoftwaremedia.com
HARMAN To Acquire ZF’s ADAS Business

Secures HARMAN’s strategic foundations in ADAS and centralized automotive electronics platforms to define the fast-growing SDV market

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Dec 23, 2025 • 3:00 AM EST • Business • news.samsung.com
HARMAN to Acquire ZF’s ADAS Business

HARMAN International, a global leader in automotive technology and lifestyle audio, and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., today ann...

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Dec 23, 2025 • 3:00 AM EST • Business • businesswire.com
Surviving the family dinner: Why you should never discuss politics or holes in jeans

Writer Kymberly Foster Seabolt explores the beauty of "last" holidays, passing down family recipes, and the simple rules for a joyful, drama-free Christmas.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 12:36 AM EST • Politics • farmanddairy.com
Mike Tyson, Ric Flair Sue Ex-Partners in Weed Business for $50M

The suit claims the defendants used cannabis company Carma as their "personal piggy bank, using more than $1 million" for personal expenses.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 6:13 PM EST • Business • frontofficesports.com
'Congress is in a coma': Former members sound alarm on health of the House

Congress ends the year with a thin list of legislative accomplishments and a growing number of retirements. Former lawmakers say the problems now plaguing Capitol Hill have been years in the making.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 4:15 PM EST • Health • npr.org
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Elon Rolls To 97-63 Win In Nonconference Finale

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Dec 22, 2025 • 2:03 PM EST • Business • elonphoenix.com
How Climate Instability and Extreme Heat Could Upend High School Sports | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

Coaches, scientists, and advocates are sounding the alarm about heat stroke—the leading cause of heat-related deaths in high school athletes.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 1:55 PM EST • Sports • nonprofitquarterly.org
Paying More, Getting Less: Rising health care costs, poor outcomes, and harmful federal policy decisions are putting New Yorkers at risk

Paying More, Getting Less: Rising health care costs, poor outcomes, and harmful federal policy decisions are putting New Yorkers at risk Key Takeaways Health care costs are rising sharply across all forms of coverage, while federal policy decisions are worsening affordability and access. Enhanced ACA premium tax credits are set...

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Dec 22, 2025 • 12:50 PM EST • Health • comptroller.nyc.gov
The seamy side of Westminster, then and now — the best new books on politics

From revelations about Starmer’s Labour to the story of a Liberal who sold honours. Plus the reminiscences of a Nato chief and the evangelism of Tony Blair

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Dec 22, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Politics • ft.com
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SGMC Health Celebrates Babies Born Christmas Week

SGMC Health is spreading holiday cheer to its tiniest patients this Christmas week with a beloved tradition that has warmed hearts for decades.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 9:46 AM EST • Health • sgmc.org
Sports Medicine Welcomes Elizabeth Murphy to Staff

RIO GRANDE VALLEY – The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Department of Intercollegiate Athletics announced on Monday the hiring of Elizabeth Murphy as an associate athletic trainer.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 9:05 AM EST • Sports • goutrgv.com
Trump admin pausing all off shore wind project construction due to national security concerns

President Trump's Interior Department announces immediate pause on all large-scale offshore wind project leases, citing classified national security risks.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 7:56 AM EST • Business • foxnews.com
Hackensack Meridian Health Day of Connection Donates $500,000 Worth of Warming Kits And Doordash Gift Cards To Shelters Across New Jersey This Holiday Season

It’s the season of giving, and Hackensack Meridian Health is giving back by supporting the communities it serves. New Jersey’s largest health network, and home to the number one hospital in the NY/NJ metro area, and top 20 in the nation hospital, Hackensack University Medical Center, is donating nearly $500,000 dollars worth of winter items and food gift cards to more than 200 shelters across the state.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • hackensackmeridianhealth.org
From Handshake to Hug - Kansas State University Athletics

We're in the back corridor of the T-Mobile Center prior to his official unveiling to Kansas City as a member of the Kansas State Wildcats, and preseason All-...

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Dec 22, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Sports • kstatesports.com
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Ministers defend ‘most ambitious animal welfare strategy in generation’ before publication

Conservatives claim government’s plan for higher welfare standards for farmed animals could undermine British agriculture

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Dec 22, 2025 • 4:26 AM EST • Politics • theguardian.com
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Choosing a hospital? See which California health facilities have violated the law

If you're struggling to navigate California's health care system, this tool can help. Search for any hospital, nursing home, clinic or other facility to see recent inspection reports, violations and potential references to patient harm.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 9:20 PM EST • Health • sfchronicle.com
The ultimate step test: I wore 10 fitness watches while walking 10,000 steps. These are the brands you can trust for your New Year's step goals

I counted every step to see how well brands like Apple, Garmin, and Samsung do for walking or running step count — and was surprised by the results.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 8:49 PM EST • Technology • androidcentral.com
Mental health conditions are associated with increased risk of subsequent self-harm, assault and unintentional injuries in two nations

Nature Mental Health - In this two-nation administrative register study (~5 million individuals), mental health conditions were linked to subsequent unintentional, self-harm and assault...

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Dec 21, 2025 • 7:00 PM EST • Health • nature.com
‘Alarming’ medicine shortages in Gaza amid Israeli restrictions

Gaza's Health Ministry says the most critical drug shortages are in emergency services.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 5:39 PM EST • Health • aljazeera.com
You can now tweak how warm and enthusiastic ChatGPT's responses are

Users can now decide how much warmth, enthusiasm, emojis and headers they want in their ChatGPT responses.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 3:40 PM EST • Technology • engadget.com
Armed man in mental health crisis shot dead by Springfield officer, police say

The Hampden County District Attorney's Office is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting that happened Saturday afternoon in Springfield.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 1:57 PM EST • Health • masslive.com
In affordability speech, President Trump mentions his neuroses, his favorite armchair, and the First Lady’s underwear
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Dec 21, 2025 • 11:09 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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5 Cool New Gadgets That Use Your PC's Extra USB Ports

Your PCs USB ports can do more than support a keyboard, mouse, or portable drive. A monitor light bar, foot pedal, or mug warmer are some of the other options.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 9:17 AM EST • Technology • bgr.com
Christmas tree farming is a growing business in Alabama

Local farms like Neely Farms focus on creating an experience with tree-cutting, hot cocoa, and rides for families seeking alternatives to store-bought trees.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 7:30 AM EST • Business • al.com
Global warming could trigger the next ice age

Scientists have uncovered a missing feedback in Earth’s carbon cycle that could cause global warming to overshoot into an ice age. As the planet warms, nutrient-rich runoff fuels plankton blooms that bury huge amounts of carbon in the ocean. In low-oxygen conditions, this process can spiral out of control, cooling Earth far beyond its original state. While this won’t save us from modern climate change, it may explain Earth’s most extreme ancient ice ages.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Hidden seismic signals hint at a tsunami threat in Alaska

Researchers studying a massive landslide in Alaska have detected strange seasonal seismic pulses caused by water freezing and thawing in rock cracks. These faint signals could become an important early clue to changes that might someday trigger a dangerous landslide-driven tsunami.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Some ChatGPT Users Say Swapping Out Models Is Like ‘Replacing A Service Animal’

OpenAI wanted GPT-5 to be less warm and agreeable than its predecessor. Some neurodivergent people struggled with the change, showing the tricky balance AI companies must strike when releasing new models.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 6:30 AM EST • Technology • forbes.com
Glittering new James Webb telescope image shows an 'intricate web of chaos' — Space photo of the week

This mash-up of data from the James Webb Space Telescope and the Chandra X-ray Observatory reveals two galaxies mid-collision, with their spiral arms overlapping and bending toward their neighbors' cores.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Science • livescience.com
'Congress is in a coma.' Former lawmakers sound alarm on health of the House

Congress is wrapping up the year without a lot of legislative accomplishments under its belt and a growing list of lawmakers who are retiring. Former members say the challenges on Capitol Hill have been brewing for a long time.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Politics • npr.org
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'Congress is in a coma.' Former lawmakers sound alarm on health of the House

Congress is wrapping up the year without a lot of legislative accomplishments under its belt and a growing list of lawmakers who are retiring. Former members say the challenges on Capitol Hill have been brewing for a long time.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Health • npr.org
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Hochul signs police mental health counseling law

NEW YORK – Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law the Lieutenant Joseph Banish Mental Health Act, establishing formal and confidential peer-to-peer support counseling but sets exceptions for the disclosure of communications that contain a threat of suicidal or an expression of suicidal ideation, a threat of bodily harm or death, an admission of criminal conduct, […]

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Dec 21, 2025 • 4:59 AM EST • Health • midhudsonnews.com
Lasses Preview: Ipswich (H) — A Crucial Pre- Christmas Clash!

Will it be a winter warmer at Eppleton as the Lasses take on Ipswich? Charlotte Patterson previews today’s game!

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Dec 21, 2025 • 1:00 AM EST • Sports • rokerreport.sbnation.com
Scientists found climate change hidden in old military air samples

Old military air samples turned out to be a treasure trove of biological DNA, allowing scientists to track moss spores over 35 years. The results show mosses now release spores up to a month earlier than in the 1990s. Even more surprising, the timing depends more on last year’s climate than current spring conditions. It’s a striking example of how fast ecosystems are adjusting to a warming world.

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Dec 20, 2025 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
RAM is so expensive they’re selling “prebuilt” PCs without it.

It’s no secret that RAM prices are absolutely Out. Of. Control. Paradox Customs is taking an interesting approach, selling “prebuilt” PCs that skip memory entirely. The idea being, if you happen to have spare sticks lying around, you can save some money. Of course, it’s also an alarming sign of what the PC market has come to. [Link: System integrator starts offering prebuilt PCs without RAM | https://videocardz.com/newz/system-integrator-starts-offering-prebuilt-pcs-without-ram | VideoCardz]

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Dec 20, 2025 • 3:47 PM EST • Technology • theverge.com
Christmas tree lot sells trees from Colorado, keeping business local and helping thin wildfire fuels

A lot in Gunbarrel is selling trees from Colorado for Christmas, and you still have time to get a native tree for your celebration. The company says its work also helps reduce the risk of wildfires in the region.

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Dec 20, 2025 • 3:31 PM EST • Business • cbsnews.com
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ChatGPT gets new personality settings, including warmth and emoji usage

You can ask the bot to use fewer emojis, too.

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Dec 20, 2025 • 10:57 AM EST • Technology • mashable.com
Sugar-free sweeteners may still be harming your liver

Sorbitol, a popular sugar-free sweetener, may not be as harmless as its label suggests. Researchers found it can be turned into fructose in the liver, triggering effects similar to regular sugar. Gut bacteria can neutralize some of it—but too much sorbitol or glucose can overwhelm that defense. The result: yet another “healthy” sweetener that may stress the liver.

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Dec 20, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua key takeaways: Paul finally gets his comeuppance — are we happy now?

Jake Paul finally got the beating we all expected against Anthony Joshua in a messy fight that took time to warm up. Here are the five key takeways from Joshua's knockout win.

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Dec 20, 2025 • 1:28 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Why dogs love you so much, according to science

Thousands of years of history have secured their status as man’s best friend – and there are ways to strengthen the bond even further

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Dec 20, 2025 • 1:00 AM EST • Science • telegraph.co.uk
How a Year of Political Peril Could Unfold for Keir Starmer

Prime Minister Keir Starmer told his cabinet this week that 2026 would be the year Britain’s fortunes turn around and year Labour gains the upper hand. For his skeptical Members of Parliament the question is whether they oust him.

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Dec 20, 2025 • 1:00 AM EST • Politics • bloomberg.com
Was 2025 the year that business retreated from net zero?

From retailers to banks, carmakers to councils, the bold pledges for carbon-neutral economies are being watered down or scrapped

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Dec 20, 2025 • 12:00 AM EST • Business • theguardian.com
Is winter warmer in Sacramento than it was 50 years ago? What the science says

Climate change has warmed Sacramento’s winters, shrinking Sierra snowpack and threatening water supplies statewide.

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Dec 19, 2025 • 6:52 PM EST • Science • sacbee.com
Trump announces deals with nine drug companies, aiming to lower cost of medicine

In his latest effort to lower drug costs, President Donald Trump unveiled Friday “Most Favored Nation” pricing deals with nine more pharmaceutical companies.

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Dec 19, 2025 • 2:30 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
Trump secures agreements with major drugmakers to lower Medicaid prescription costs for Americans

President Donald Trump announced Friday that nine additional pharmaceutical companies joined its most-favored-nation pricing initiative.

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Dec 19, 2025 • 2:25 PM EST • Business • foxbusiness.com
Impact on global mental health care delivery and research

According to the World Health Organization, more than 1 billion people worldwide live with a mental health condition, yet most do not receive adequate care. Persistent barriers such as underfunding, workforce…

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Dec 19, 2025 • 2:07 PM EST • Health • news.harvard.edu
Vertex Forward: Our animated video series

Watch the animated video series “Vertex Forward” to see the Vertex Pharmaceuticals philosophy and strategy explained.

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Dec 19, 2025 • 8:07 AM EST • Science • vrtx.com
Entering an Important Window of Time - Kansas State University Athletics

Kansas State head coach Jeff Mittie said that he loves this time of year. The university is on winter break, meaning academics aren't a part of the equation,...

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Dec 19, 2025 • 7:01 AM EST • Sports • kstatesports.com
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LaRee Sugg Named to 2026 Chesterfield Sports Hall of Fame Class - University of Richmond Athletics

Chesterfield, Va.— University of Richmond Deputy Athletics Director, LaRee Sugg, will join the Chesterfield Sports Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2...

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Dec 19, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Sports • richmondspiders.com
Glowing neurons let scientists watch the brain work in real time

A new bioluminescent tool allows neurons to glow on their own, letting scientists track brain activity without harmful lasers or fading signals. The advance makes it possible to watch individual brain cells fire for hours, offering a clearer, deeper look at how the brain works.

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Dec 19, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
A Game Plan for Sports Health

Hayden Lee’s journey from high school athlete to Pharmacy/MBA student at Cedarville University reveals how his passion for sports and science ignited a career path in...

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Dec 19, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Sports • cedarville.edu
Evaluation of WHO’s coordination in health emergencies helps guide humanitarian reforms

The recent evaluation of the Global Health Cluster sheds new light on how WHO, in its unique role as the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) Cluster Lead Agency (CLA) for health, coordinates life-saving health responses in humanitarian crises. It highlights how WHO works through partnerships to reach the most vulnerable crisis-affected populations and strengthen collective action in increasingly complex emergencies. Serving both learning and accountability purposes, the evaluation provided timely and actionable recommendations that are helping to strategically position WHO during the ongoing IASC Humanitarian Reset and the broader UN 2.0 reforms, where prioritization and new ways of working are taking shape. The evaluation was conducted between 2024 and 2025, at a time when humanitarian action funding was plummeting by more than 50%, triggering the launch of the IASC Humanitarian Reset. While restructuring and prioritization across the humanitarian landscape were underway, the evaluation, through iterative feedback loops, shared emerging findings that helped identify the most crucial coordination functions needed. This was especially important at a time when humanitarian needs and health risks due to armed conflict and natural hazards were increasing, while the capacity of health partners to support Member States to equitably reach all populations affected by crises and deliver response was at risk. The evaluation found that the Global Health Cluster (GHC) remains a highly relevant mechanism for strengthening health coordination in crises and has delivered efficiently despite limited resources. It noted strong collaboration with partners and highlighted opportunities to deepen integration within WHO structures and further enhance inter-cluster cooperation. The evaluation also identified areas where greater emphasis on transition planning, national coordination capacity and linkages between humanitarian response and health system strengthening would bring added value. While the GHC has achieved many of its strategic objectives, improvements in monitoring systems would help better demonstrate collective impact. The recommendations will help strengthen the IASC CLA coordination function across WHO, at all levels, and with all partners. It is noted that going forward WHO needs to continue to support capacity to fulfil coordination functions, in line with the IASC Humanitarian Reset whilst ensuring collective prioritization of health cluster action and quality coverage of the health response. The evaluation will help WHO strengthen locally-led action, national ownership and leadership of the sector, and linkages between health system strengthening activities. Additionally, the evaluation evidence will be used to optimize resource mobilization for the GHC and strengthen WHO’s capacity to deliver, plan for and monitor and evaluate results across the Organization. Read the evaluation Global Health Cluster https://healthcluster.who.int/ WHO’s work in health emergencies https://www.who.int/emergencies/overview

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Dec 19, 2025 • 6:41 AM EST • Health • who.int
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Guns marketed for personal safety fuel public health crisis in Black communities

KFF Health News undertook an examination of gun violence during the pandemic, a period when firearm deaths reached an all-time high.

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Dec 19, 2025 • 5:08 AM EST • Health • usatoday.com
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Poll: Americans fear sports betting is threatening the integrity of games

In the NBC News Decision Desk Poll, 70% of respondents said betting is harming sports' integrity, and 63% worry about the potential for games to be rigged.

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Dec 19, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Sports • nbcnews.com
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Titans Sports Network and Overnght Announce Multiyear Partnership - California State University, Fullerton

Titans Sports Network and Overnght announce multiyear partnership to expand student opportunities in live sports production

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Dec 19, 2025 • 4:19 AM EST • Sports • fullertontitans.com
How to watch British politics in 2026 like a pro

Mark your diaries — POLITICO has all the dates in a year of make-or-break elections, a closer U.K.-EU relationship and laws on migration control that Keir Starmer hopes will save his premiership. I…

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Dec 18, 2025 • 10:01 PM EST • Politics • politico.eu
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AI gives scientists a boost, but at the cost of too many mediocre papers

A new study shows that using large language models like ChatGPT boosts paper production, especially for non-native English speakers, but the overall increase in AI-written papers is making it harder to separate the valuable contributions from the AI slop.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • news.cornell.edu
Armand Duplantis wins BBC Sports Personality World Sport Star of the Year 2025

Swedish pole vault star Armand Duplantis wins BBC Sports Personality's World Sport Star of the Year award for the second year in succession.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 3:31 PM EST • Sports • bbc.com
Trump aims to take down ‘global mothership’ of climate science

By moving to dismantle Colorado’s National Center for Atmospheric Research, the White House says it is targeting ‘climate alarmism’

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Dec 18, 2025 • 2:02 PM EST • Science • theweek.com
The lasting harm of the politics of disconnection

Ours is a nation of small kindnesses and large cruelties.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 12:22 PM EST • Politics • newhampshirebulletin.com
Rand Paul criticizes National Science Foundation for wasteful grants and irresponsible spending

Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., joins ‘Varney & Co.’ to criticize U.S. pressure on Venezuela, reject military escalation, warn that extreme gerrymandering fuels unrest and unveil alarming examples of government waste.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 11:35 AM EST • Science • foxbusiness.com
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House passes narrow health care package; sets up a vote on EPTCs in January

The House yesterday passed the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act (H.R. 6703), legislation to expand association health plans, increase transparency requirements for pharmacy benefit managers, and fund cost-sharing reductions for some Health Insurance Marketplace enrollees. The measure advanced by a 216-211 vote and will now move to the Senate for consideration.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 10:03 AM EST • Health • aha.org
Entertainment this week: Handel’s Messiah, Tahoe Philharmonic, Curtis Woodman’s Wayfinder Tour and more!

Friday, December 19 Friday Night Music at Cottonwood Restaurant – 6:30-8:30 p.m., Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar, 10142 Rue Hilltop. Join us each Friday at Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar in Truckee for a fun night of...

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Dec 18, 2025 • 10:02 AM EST • Entertainment • sierrasun.com
The Futuristic New Progen Luiva Supercar Arrives for the Holidays in GTA Online

Don’t be alarmed by the absence of a roof, windshield, or windows — that’s all part of Progen’s creative vision… and the Luiva’s goal of fusing high-caliber performance with weightlessness. Think of it as a super powered sleigh that's purpose-built for...

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Dec 18, 2025 • 9:59 AM EST • Technology • rockstargames.com
Houston-area health officials warn of sharp rise in whooping cough cases

Houston health officials are sounding the alarm over a dramatic spike in whooping cough cases, with over 3,500 reported across Texas this year.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 9:59 AM EST • Health • click2houston.com
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Dr. Quidley appointed to SCCM Bedside Care team

Dr. April Quidley will contribute to the development of a critical care training program with a focus on pharmacy intervention

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Dec 18, 2025 • 9:52 AM EST • Health • ecuhealth.org
OSHA fines Universal after employee gets electrical shock at Epic Universe ride

A Universal employee was hospitalized with a dislocated shoulder, broken ribs and a fractured arm.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 9:50 AM EST • Politics • floridapolitics.com
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UnitedHealthcare delays controversial RPM policy change

In this edition of STAT Health Tech: United Healthcare delays a key policy change, State AGs write to Meta about misleading pharma ads, and more.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 8:32 AM EST • Health • statnews.com
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UNI Athletics sets All-Sports Reunion for Homecoming 2026

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa --- The UNI Athletics Department on Thursday announced that it will hold an all-sports reunion as part of the 2026 homecoming celebration.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Sports • unipanthers.com
Wayne Guymon Named Vice President & General Manager of Learfield’s USC Sports Properties

LOS ANGELES – Learfield and USC Athletics announced today that 25-year industry veteran Wayne Guymon has been named the Vice President & General Manager of t...

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Dec 18, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Sports • usctrojans.com
McGraw was ‘Raised on K-State’ - Kansas State University Athletics

They train together, father and son, running hills in northeast Kansas, even now — especially now — as Lawson McGraw finishes his senior year at Blue Valley ...

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Dec 18, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Sports • kstatesports.com
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Wizards of the Coast hires Blizzard veteran Paul Della Bitta to head up games arm

Meanwhile, the co-founder of developer Archetype, James Ohlen, is stepping aside

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Dec 18, 2025 • 6:25 AM EST • Technology • gamesindustry.biz
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NFL Week 16 picks: Rams defeat Seahawks; Broncos edge Jaguars

Sam Farmer makes his picks and score predictions for Week 16 of the NFL season, with the Rams sweeping the Seahawks and the Broncos extending their winning streak.

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Dec 18, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Kent State University Adds Women’s Wrestling as 20th Varsity Sport, Planned to Compete in 2027 - Kent State Golden Flashes

KENT, Ohio — Kent State University announced today that women's wrestling will become the athletics department's 20th varsity sport, marking a historic addit...

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Dec 18, 2025 • 4:58 AM EST • Sports • kentstatesports.com
Where’s the snow: Is weather affecting business in Big Sky?

Big Sky ski rental shops report slower business due to warm weather limiting terrain, though tourism officials remain optimistic about bookings.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 6:19 PM EST • Business • kbzk.com
VA to launch largest reorganization of health care system in 30 years

The Department of Veterans Affairs will slash the number of networks that support VA medical centers and realign policy offices to promote consistency.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 5:31 PM EST • Health • militarytimes.com
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Insmed Provides Clinical and Business Update

/PRNewswire/ -- Insmed Incorporated (Nasdaq:INSM), a people-first global biopharmaceutical company striving to deliver first- and best-in-class therapies to...

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Dec 17, 2025 • 4:01 PM EST • Business • prnewswire.com
Insmed Provides Clinical and Business Update

Insmed Incorporated (Nasdaq:INSM), a people-first global biopharmaceutical company striving to deliver first- and best-in-class therapies to transform the lives of patients facing serious diseases, announced today that the Phase 2b BiRCh study of brensocatib in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis without nasal polyps (CRSsNP) did not meet its primary or secondary efficacy endpoints in either the 10 mg or 40 mg treatment arms. Brensocatib was well tolerated, with no new safety signals identified

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Dec 17, 2025 • 4:01 PM EST • Business • finance.yahoo.com
American Academy of Pediatrics loses HHS funding after criticizing RFK Jr.

HHS cuts key AAP grants, citing concerns about “identity-based language” and insufficient focus on agency priorities. The organization said the cuts could harm child health.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 2:17 PM EST • Health • washingtonpost.com
PR agencies eye equity with client-focused venture arms

Capital V, a boutique PR firm founded by Jessica Schaefer, is the latest to launch a venture arm.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 2:00 PM EST • Business • axios.com
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From Television Host To Media Mogul: How Scott Evans Is Expanding His Entertainment Empire

After years of dominating within the entertainment industry as an in-demand, beloved, and lauded Emmy-nominated television host, he has made shockwaves with his own brand and Webby-award-winning and self-funded show, ‘House Guest’ hosted on YouTube. His success lies in his infectious, warm personality and effortless ability to connect deeply with people, especially celebrities, through his show, ‘House Guest.’ The show filmed at his home with a small but mighty production crew, and curates an intimate environment that fosters authentic, genuine conversations, which typically go viral.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 1:22 PM EST • Entertainment • forbes.com
Michigan pharmacist sentenced to prison for $6M health care fraud scheme
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Dec 17, 2025 • 11:54 AM EST • Health • cbsnews.com
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In aftermath of January wildfires, ER visits surged amid alarming health effects, study finds

For the first time, researchers have been able to study the direct health effects the January wildfires had on Angelenos.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 11:40 AM EST • Health • abc7.com
Apple’s Upcoming Low-Cost MacBook Was Tested With An A15 Bionic, Making It Slower Than The Current-Generation iPad, Retail Versions Said To Feature An A18 Pro

The low-cost MacBook currently in development was leaked to be tested with an A15 Bionic, but luckily, the commercial units will likely feature the A18 Pro

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Dec 17, 2025 • 11:01 AM EST • Technology • wccftech.com
Venezuela condemns ‘warmongering threats’ as Trump orders oil blockade

Trump has ordered a ‘total and complete’ blockade of sanctioned oil tankers to and from the country

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Dec 17, 2025 • 7:21 AM EST • Politics • theguardian.com
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MAGA armada | Latest US politics news from The Economist

Our daily political update, featuring the stories that matter

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Dec 17, 2025 • 6:43 AM EST • Politics • economist.com
OpenAI is the latest in Silicon Valley to hire a former British politician

The ChatGPT maker has hired former British Chancellor George Osborne to run the global arm of its "Stargate" AI infrastructure initiative.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 6:29 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
Water pollution puts Floridians at risk of severe health problems

Chemicals foul wells used for drinking water and fuel harmful algae that can make people sick, a Times investigation shows.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 5:30 AM EST • Health • tampabay.com
RedHawks Add More Synapse Sports National Awards

To go along with Iñako Puzo's National Coach of the Year and Malena Sabez's Rookie of the Year awards, the Miami University field hockey team captured...

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Dec 17, 2025 • 5:02 AM EST • Sports • miamiredhawks.com
Sabez Named Synapse Sports Rookie of the Year

Malena Sabez continues to add accolades to her trophy case in her first year as a member of the Miami University field hockey team.

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Dec 17, 2025 • 4:33 AM EST • Sports • miamiredhawks.com
Starmer urged to ensure rejoining Erasmus is ‘first step to closer relationship’ with EU

British students will be able to participate in EU-wide scheme from January 2027, sources say

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Dec 17, 2025 • 3:58 AM EST • Health • theguardian.com
Myanmar junta says Aung San Suu Kyi ‘in good health’ after son raises alarm

Myanmar’s junta said on Tuesday that detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi is “in good health,” a day after her son told Reuters he has received little information about the 80-year-old’s condition and fears she could die without him knowing.

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Dec 16, 2025 • 8:49 PM EST • Health • cnn.com
State Farm Arena ranks among top live entertainment venues worldwide, Billboard says

The Atlanta arena placed fifth in the U.S. and seventh globally after hosting dozens of sold-out concerts, comedy shows and major sporting events.

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Dec 16, 2025 • 5:44 PM EST • Entertainment • cbsnews.com
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Aristotle’s Politics has wisdoms and warnings for our age of tech utopias and inequality

Are we all political animals? Aristotle thought so. Politics, he believed, was the art of the possible, but extremes of wealth could harm democracies.

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Dec 16, 2025 • 2:09 PM EST • Politics • theconversation.com
Heart attacks are less harmful at night. And that might be key to treating them.

Controlling immune cells' internal clocks helped reduce inflammatory damage in conditions like heart attack and sickle cell disease, a mouse study found.

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Dec 16, 2025 • 2:00 PM EST • Science • livescience.com