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How screens actually affect your sleep

It’s about more than just the blue light.

Why are whole-body deodorants suddenly everywhere?

Maybe you actually smell fine.

The video where Diddy attacks Cassie — and the allegations against him — explained 

The footage confirmed some details of his ex-girlfriend’s lawsuit, as other cases against the rapper continue.

The known unknowns about Ozempic, explained

Ozempic has become hugely popular. Researchers are racing to learn more about what it does to us.

Is it ever okay to film strangers in public?

Nobody wants to be filmed without their knowledge. Why does it make up so much of the content we watch?

“I lost trust”: Why the OpenAI team in charge of safeguarding humanity imploded

Company insiders explain why safety-conscious employees are leaving.

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Is Russia winning now?

It sure seems like it. The Wall Street Journal’s Matthew Luxmoore reports from Ukraine on why $60 billion of your tax money isn’t making much of a difference.

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The controversy over Gaza’s death toll, explained

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Why can’t prices just stay the same?

Biden’s surprise proposal to debate Trump early, explained

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Make “free speech” a progressive rallying cry again

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