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Traditionally, cuisines in hot countries were based on spicy foods. Yes, they knew something we've forgotten.

Discover Why Some People Feel Down in the Summer and Learn Practical Tips to Beat Seasonal Affective Disorder in Warmer Months

Discover fun facts about animals, strange laws, and even Albert Einstein

J.R.R. Tolkien once lamented that there were no Jews in his family tree. If he were alive today, he might find comfort in having a Jewish great-grandson who observes Shabbat and keeps kosher.

Surprising stories from whales, pirates, and even tiny baby octopuses

New research finds alarming inactivity levels in children and teens - 19-year-olds are no more active than 60-year-olds.

Vegetarianism is more effective than regular dieting in achieving reduced body weight and optimal changes in fat layers, according to a new U.S. study.

Is it permissible to treat a patient in a way that increases their suffering if they wish for suffering as atonement? How is the confession performed when a dying patient is unconscious? What do prominent rabbis think about screening tests? These and many other questions are addressed in Dr. Menachem Chaim Breyer's new book, 'From a Doctor's Notebook.' A special interview.

Ten years ago, 'Istherak' by Mia Kinan was published and revolutionized the Charedi book market. In a special interview, Kinan talks about her writing development before and after 'Istherak,' the powerful reactions from readers, and future plans.

Think the amount of alcohol you consume is small and harmless? New research might make you reconsider.

Jessica McCabe, a 34-year-old American media professional, shares her heartfelt gratitude to her mom for pursuing an ADHD diagnosis and treatment for her. 'Thank you for not listening to the critics'

A new American study found that the baby teeth of children with autism showed higher absorption of toxic metals during critical stages of development.

Learn how to identify early symptoms of emotional and psychological distress- and when it’s time to seek professional help.

No less than four thousand Ethiopian Jews perished during the journey to the Land of Israel. Three immigrants recount the ordeals and losses on the way to the holy Jerusalem, as they called it.

As terrifying as it sounds, this is the exact finding of a study conducted on mice with chronic sleep deprivation. The cells responsible for brain maintenance began consuming completely healthy brain cells.

Discover the heartfelt email exchanges between Leonard Cohen and Gideon Zelermyer, the cantor of 'Shaar Hashamayim' synagogue in Montreal.

The electric helmet, a result of Israeli innovation, stops cancer from outside the body via an electric field that prevents brain cancer cells from multiplying. Could this be a breakthrough for other cancer types?

How caring for others and genuine effort bring us closer to Torah and heartfelt blessings

Research Finds That Regular Workouts Are Key to Breaking the Cycle of Mood Disorders

Even if you've inherited bad genes, it turns out you might not develop Alzheimer's. Neuroscientist Lisa Genova explains what we can do—both at a young and older age—to maintain our cognitive abilities.