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Laura Sanders

The Story of Stories traces the arc of storytelling across human history

The Story of StoriesKevin AshtonHarper, $32 Back in 1944, two psychologists performed a somewhat mundane experiment. The...

‘Tell Me Where It Hurts’ sets the record straight on pain — and how to treat it

Tell Me Where It HurtsRachel ZoffnessGrand Central Publishing, $30.00 It’s a rare book that both expands an...

Autistic Barbie reminds us stories have the power to counter misinformation

In January, toymaker Mattel released the very first autistic Barbie doll. She’s wearing a loose purple dress...

A spot in the base of the brain has a love of language

The brain’s “little brain” may hold big promise for people with language trouble. Tucked into the base...

These scientific discoveries brought us joy in 2025

At its heart, science is about the joy of discovery — extending the boundaries of what we...

A diet low in glutamate may ease migraines

SAN DIEGO — A diet low in the amino acid glutamate may ease migraines, a small study...

As teens in crisis turn to AI chatbots, simulated chats highlight risks

Just because a chatbot can play the role of therapist doesn’t mean it should. Conversations powered...

Even for elite athletes, the body’s metabolism has its limits

Ultra-endurance athletes triumph over staggering distances and harsh conditions. But one of their toughest foes may be...