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How pitchers rest between innings could save their arms — and stats

Phoenix, Ariz. — Batter up! For many teen athletes, performance is the top priority. Rest and recovery, not so much. But sliding some simple recovery techniques in between innings, a…

6 surprising science-backed ways to beat the heat

Summer is finally around the corner, bringing lots of opportunities for outdoor adventures. With more free time, it’s easy to spend entire days splashing at the pool or visiting local…

 How can viruses wake up sleeping cancer cells?

Abstract Have you ever had a virus like the flu or coronavirus? These viruses affect the lungs. They also activate the immune system to try and help you feel better.…

Perfect pitch? Scientists lay new grounds for World Cup ‘26

When soccer star Kylian Mbappé steps onto a field in the 2026 World Cup games, he won’t be thinking about the grass beneath his feet. Hopefully. Players and fans alike…

Thunderstorms can make trees twinkle with an electric glow

Thunderstorms bring a hidden glow to forests. The same forces that trigger lightning also make treetops sparkle like Christmas-tree toppers (even if this is barely visible to the human eye).…

Scientists Say: Biophoton

Biophoton (noun, “BY-oh-foh-tawn”) Though it cannot be seen with the naked eye, all living things give off extremely dim light. The light particles, or photons, making up this glow are…

Would lip-synching make androids seem less creepy?

I smiled when I first saw the robot Pepper. Its small mouth and big black eyes gave it a bit of that cute puppy look. But the more humanlike androids…

Emperor penguins are on the march — toward extinction

Emperor penguins brave extreme cold, storms, starvation and predation. But global warming might ultimately defeat their efforts. If populations of this species fall, these iconic birds might soon find themselves…

How not to choke when performing under pressure

The roar of 90,000 soccer fans washed over Aurélien Tchouaméni. He was a midfielder on the French national soccer team. After placing the ball on the penalty spot, he tried…

New polish could turn long nails into touchscreen styluses

If you wear long nails, you know that they can make it hard to use touchscreens. But a new type of nail polish may change that. When pressed to a…