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Science & Technology

Is VR the future of physical therapy? Researchers and physical therapists say it has promise – and challenges

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Arts & Entertainment

The games industry is in the middle of Gamergate 2.0. Experts explain why harassment and vitriol hurt everyone who loves games

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Science & Technology

The DOJ wants to force Google to sell Chrome. What would a Google-less Chrome mean for your browser?

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Arts & Entertainment

‘The Penguin’ is one of the biggest TV hits of the year. But will Hollywood take away the right lessons?

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Business

Mass deportations are a day one priority for Trump. Economists explain how it could lead to a recession

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Business

What are tariffs? Economists explain the reality behind Trump’s policy – and why they think it would be ‘catastrophic’

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Society & Culture

Uniformed police reduced public sexual harassment in India more than undercover officers, new research finds

University News

Illegal fishing, cliff divers and stray cats: Northeastern students expose the pulse of Peru

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World News

RFK Jr directs CDC to stop recommending use of fluoride in water. What would that mean for our health?

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Science & Technology

Massachusetts is launching a new quantum computing project. An expert explains why that’s a big deal not just for the state but the world

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Science & Technology

Researchers use drones and VR to preserve at-risk African architecture

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Science & Technology

How can you tell if text is AI generated? Researchers have figured out a new method