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New research suggests that bird vocalizations may follow hidden rules similar to those that govern human language.

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Astronomers discovered SN 2023zkd, a new type of supernova that resulted from a merger between a massive star and a black ...

Hidden visceral fat around organs accelerates heart aging, while fat on hips and thighs appears protective for women.