Month: June 2021

Going to bed early and waking up early may help to provide some protection against depression, a new study suggests. View original article Contributor: Nicholas Bakalar

Speculation about origin abounds as the lab-leak theory puts a spotlight on virological research. View original article Contributor: Joel Achenbach

A 30-year-old Eugene, Ore., program has reduced calls to law enforcement, helped people and saved money. Other parts of the country are now starting similar programs. View original article Contributor: Rob Waters

The toll of the past year led to greater hardships and mental health issues for many. But research indicates others emerged stronger and more successful. Here’s why. View original article Contributor: Emily E. Smith

Speculation about origin abounds as the lab-leak theory puts a spotlight on virological research. View original article Contributor: Joel Achenbach

A 30-year-old Eugene, Ore., program has reduced calls to law enforcement, helped people and saved money. Other parts of the country are now starting similar programs. View original article Contributor: Rob Waters

The toll of the past year led to greater hardships and mental health issues for many. But research indicates others emerged stronger and more successful. Here’s why. View original article Contributor: Emily E. Smith

The country reached 500,000 official deaths, behind only the United States and the presumed death count for India. View original article Contributor: Reed Abelson

It’s the most contagious form of the coronavirus so far. Here’s what you need to know before traveling. View original article Contributor: Concepción de León

Archaeological advice on post-pandemic footwear. Plus: brittle stars in a “weirdo box,” a possible Viking ransom and more in the Friday edition of the Science Times newsletter. View original article Contributor: Alan Burdick