How scientists fixed the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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The 19th-century veterinarian who nearly cracked one of medicine’s oldest mysteries
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Researchers reflect on longterm health impacts of 9/11
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One giant step: first known adult T rex footprints found in North Dakota
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Scientists discover a new way a disease-linked protein comes apart
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Remote work increases sleep and reduces physical activity—sedentary behavior can increase by 45 minutes
According to a Finnish study, people sleep slightly longer when they work from home. However, they also sit more and are less physically active than on days when they work in the office. The findings are published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity.