Remember the 'caregiving kills' study? Reality is more nuanced
Humans and other mammals are wired to care for others. But caregivers still need support
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Amara Okafor
31 STORIESAmara follows markets, economic policy, changing workplaces and the small businesses reshaping city life.
World's loudest bird could drown out a rock concert
With a call of 130 decibels, the bare-throated bellbird is a big-beaked marvel
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A Mother's Brain explores the neuroscience of motherhood
Neuroscientist Susana Carmona's book redefines 'mommy brain' by focusing on the mother's experience.
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Astronomers say they've spotted the first miniature quasar pointed at Earth
Microblazars have eluded scientists for nearly 35 years
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Exhaling May Speed Up Reaction Times
The finding could be linked to how brain waves sync with our breathing.
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Medieval Remedy May Offer Clues to Fighting Antibiotic Resistance
Harmful bacteria developed resistance to a 10th century potion far more slowly than to typical single-molecule antibiotics, researchers report.
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