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A study found that wearing body cameras can significantly reduce complaints against police officers by civilians.

Francis Collins, Director of the National Institutes of Health, discusses the future of biomedical research and the impact on health, economy, and American leadership. He also mentions their resignation as a presidential appointee and their plan to continue overseeing their research lab at NIH.

Ebola virus strain in the latest epidemic became more infectious due to a mutation that allows it to enter human cells more easily. Understanding these strains can help in developing therapies and vaccines.

An orangutan named Naung demonstrated the ability to predict his future emotional state by consistently choosing a drink based on his preference for the separate ingredients, suggesting effective forecasting may not be unique to humans.

Biologists found that gun-killed birds have smaller brains than birds that died in other ways, challenging misconceptions about bird intelligence and highlighting the correlation between brain size and escape abilities.

A study finds that being on Facebook is correlated with a lower risk of death, even after controlling for other factors.

A study explores the relationship between education and economic success in Italian-American mobsters; findings reveal that mobsters with longer education tend to earn higher incomes, suggesting education plays a crucial role in their criminal activities and overall success.

Alaskan river otters use latrines as information exchange hubs, revealing their social behavior and how the landscape influences their social life. Jason G. Goldman reports.

Discover how falcons are used to scare away European Starlings and protect crops in Washington State.

Wearing glasses can alter facial recognition, a study shows. The eyes have a key role in recognizing faces.