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A review of studies shows that most top performers in fields like chess, Olympics, and science did not excel as children. Instead, they often developed their skills gradually through diverse activities. This challenges the idea that early intensive training guarantees long-term success.
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Researchers have identified 50 bacterial species strongly associated with markers of good health in the gut microbiome, based on data from over 34,000 people. The findings highlight links to cholesterol control, reduced inflammation, and better blood sugar management. This work aims to define what constitutes a healthy microbial community amid ongoing debates over its composition.
Researchers have recorded temperatures as high as 42 Celsius in London Underground stations amid rising global heat. Jonathan Paul, a scientist at Royal Holloway, University of London, measures these conditions using a thermometer-equipped smartphone. Underground commuters face stifling heat with no easy escape.
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A comet discovered earlier this year will reach its closest point to Earth this fall. Named after the observatory where it was spotted, Comet Lemmon offers a rare viewing opportunity before it vanishes for over a millennium. Astronomers first detected it in January at the Mt. Lemmon Observatory in Arizona.