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Serving The Citizens of Western North Carolina Since 1995 The human gut microbiome exerts a substantial influence on our overall health. Studies have indicated that the gut microbiota can impact the formation and reaction of emotions. However, the connection between post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and...
What if scientists could manipulate your brain so that a traumatic memory lost its emotional power over your psyche? Steve Ramirez, a Boston University neuroscientist fascinated by memory, believes that a small structure in the brain could hold the k...
Have you ever wondered how a high-sugar diet, which spells trouble for humans, could be the key to survival for another species? Bats, the nocturnal creatures that often capture our imagination with t...
A recent study has revealed that the estimated death toll of birds due to building collisions significantly underrepresents the true scale of the problem. NC Lights Out September 6 - October 6, ...
As the summer of 2024 draws to a close, the Western North Carolina (WNC) mountains offer a perfect setting to bid farewell to the season. With cooler temperatures just around the corner, Labor Day wee...
Earth Day 2024 is a time for reflection, action, and celebration. Since its inception, Earth Day has been a pivotal moment for environmental awareness, inspiring millions around the globe to take acti...
Can you imagine a world where 1 GB of email storage sounded like a prank? Well, buckle up, because that's exactly what happened 20 years ago today, on April 1st, 2004! Google unveiled Gmail, and let's...
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