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Diabetes is a chronic condition involving how the body regulates glucose, commonly called blood sugar. The two main forms, type 1 and type 2 diabetes, develop for different reasons and should not be treated as though they are the same disease. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system destroys insulin-producing … Read more

Michael Landon remains one of the most recognizable figures from classic American television. The actor, writer, director and producer became widely known as Little Joe Cartwright on Bonanza, later played Charles Ingalls on Little House on the Prairie, and eventually starred as Jonathan Smith on Highway to Heaven. His television career lasted for decades, but his life ended … Read more

For smokers in France, the price of cigarettes has risen substantially over the past several years, but the explanation is more complicated than claims that the government and tobacco companies secretly work together to force prices higher. Cigarette prices are shaped by a combination of manufacturer pricing decisions, taxation and a formal state approval system. … Read more

At first glance, a spot-the-difference puzzle seems incredibly simple. Two pictures are placed next to each other, and the goal is to identify a small number of details that have been changed. Yet anyone who has spent several minutes searching for one stubborn final difference knows that these puzzles can be surprisingly challenging. The images … Read more

A dark patch on the neck, underarms, or another skin fold can sometimes be mistaken for dirt, tanning, or irritation from clothing. When the area does not disappear after normal washing and has a thicker, velvety texture, however, it may be something different. One possible explanation is acanthosis nigricans, a recognized skin condition that can sometimes … Read more

Yellowstone National Park is internationally known for dramatic landscapes, abundant wildlife and an extraordinary concentration of geothermal features. More than 10,000 hydrothermal features are found within the park, including hot springs, geysers, mudpots and fumaroles, and more than 500 of those features are geysers. Their beauty can make them appear inviting, but the environments surrounding … Read more

Nadia had always thought of her grandmother’s garden as something far more meaningful than an ordinary yard. Every section had a story, and Grandma Penny could explain why nearly every flower, herb, or shrub had been planted. When Nadia was still a child, Penny once handed her a small green watering can and walked her … Read more

On November 19, 1997, Bobbi and Kenny McCaughey became the center of international attention when Bobbi gave birth to seven babies at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. The four boys and three girls were born by Caesarean section within approximately six minutes of one another, about nine weeks prematurely. Their names are … Read more

Meta is facing a combined financial obligation of approximately $942 million following major rulings in a New Mexico lawsuit concerning Facebook and Instagram and their effects on young users. The total does not represent a single $942 million fine imposed at once. Instead, it combines a $375 million civil penalty awarded by a jury in … Read more

Stories about grief often become powerful because of the emotions they explore rather than because of a dramatic headline. The idea of an unfamiliar dog repeatedly visiting a young man’s grave and later appearing at his family’s home with a toy creates an immediately moving image. But unless such an account is supported by independently … Read more