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The most oft-quoted average rate of human hair growth is 6 inches (15 centimeters) per year. However, the majority of studies ...

Strong and weak rocks transform the landscape through erosion, and a new study reveals that soil resistance alters this erosion by up to 20x.

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Researchers from Stockholm University and the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Mohali have reported ...

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Byron Scott opens up about his upbringing in Englewood and how the neighborhood shaped his discipline and competitive spirit.

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Vikas Rambal came to Australia from India in 2000 with a return ticket, but a lucky moment sparked his dream to build a huge ...

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei warns of the potential dangers of fast moving and unregulated artificial intelligence, while also racing against competitors to develop advanced AI.