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RFK Jr. Overhauls Food Pyramid to Emphasize Red Meat and Dairy

Source — Jan 08, 2026

The Trump administration released new dietary guidelines on Wednesday, pushing Americans to prioritize protein and cut back on added sugars and processed foods.

NASA May Return Early From International Space Station After Medical Issue

Source — Jan 08, 2026

NASA said it canceled a spacewalk planned for Thursday after an astronaut had an undisclosed medical issue on the International Space Station.

Does ‘Closure’ Really Exist?

Source — Jan 08, 2026

And what exactly does it mean, anyway?

My rookie era: I used to be too timid to change a tyre. Now I build my own bikes

Source — Jan 08, 2026

Figuring out how to diagnose and fix a problem myself generated a sense of satisfaction powerful enough to get me up a medium-sized hill It wasn’t until Covid lockdowns that I became a regular bike rider, but it has bec…

How do I build a sense of worth that isn’t constantly slipping through my fingers?

Source — Jan 08, 2026

We often peg our self-esteem on short-term goals and generic standards, advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith writes – but it’s what makes you you that others truly value I keep waiting to feel that I’m finally enough. …

People in Brazil are living past 110 and scientists want to know why

Source — Jan 08, 2026

Scientists are uncovering why Brazil may be one of the most important yet underused resources for studying extreme longevity. Its highly diverse population harbors millions of genetic variants missing from standard data…

New Dietary Guidelines Abandon Longstanding Advice on Alcohol

Source — Jan 08, 2026

Now the government’s recommendation is to “limit” drinking, without specifying safe amounts for men and women. The guidelines no longer warn of risks like cancer.

Just 10 minutes of exercise can trigger powerful anti-cancer effects

Source — Jan 08, 2026

A brief, intense workout may do more than boost fitness—it could help fight cancer. Researchers found that just 10 minutes of hard exercise releases molecules into the bloodstream that switch on DNA repair and shut down…