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Two days after bone fragments were found at the Vatican, the brother of a teenage girl who went missing 35 years ago is calling for Pope Francis to share information he believes the religious leader has about her disappearance. Emanuela Orlandi went missing on June 22, 1983, after leaving her...

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The wave of marijuana legalisation that's swept across the United States in recent years has been fueled in part by the popular belief that pot is essentially harmless. But a new study shows that some heavy users will experience withdrawal symptoms while coming down from their...

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People are likely being exposed to a newly detected toxic pollutant by breathing contaminated dust or through skin contact, according to a study. Researchers at Indiana University discovered high levels of the chemical, tri(2,4-di-t-butylphenyl) phosphate, or TDTBPP, in homes, an electronic...

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A moss-like plant grown only in a few countries may offer better pain relief than medical marijuana, animal research suggests. THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) from marijuana is used to treat conditions such as pain, muscle cramps, dizziness and loss of appetite. However, while medical marijuana is...

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A woman apparently lost the ability to move her fingers after using her smartphone constantly for a week. The incident occurred in the city of Changsha in Hunan province, central China. According to local media the woman, whose identity hasn’t been revealed, had taken a week off from...

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Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit announced Thursday that doctors diagnosed her with a rare, chronic lung disease. The crown princess' doctor, Kristian Bjøro, diagnosed her with an unusual variant of fibrosis in her lungs, the Royal Family said. "The crown princess will...

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Sometimes, we just get stuck. Stuck with a problem, stuck in a situation, stuck in a marriage – or stuck with a look. Vicki knows about the last two all too well. After an incredible 44 years of marriage, she and her husband split, leaving her with years of baggage and a seemingly...

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Is there anything more adorable than a group of children engaged in some kind of performance? But some performances are, admittedly, more adorable — and certainly more meaningful — than others. Here’s one simply fantastic example that goes straight to the heart. Does it get...

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The southernmost city in the United States, Key West is a stretch of land 3 miles wide by 5 miles long. It was a home to Hemingway, the beginnings of Jimmy Buffett and is still the destination of serious fishermen. Duval Street is home to it all -- legendary bars, live music and ice-cold drinks....

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Every now and then, the body may be in need of a little cleansing and detoxification. With all the different types of food we put into our bodies – many of which aren’t entirely the best options – it’s understandable that a cleanse is necessary every now and then to ensure a...

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When Prince Charles and Lady Diana married, 3,500 people filled the church to watch on. The event was broadcasted to an estimated 750 million people worldwide. It was a fairytale wedding, all told; one that exceeded expectations and left the whole of England in high spirits for a few summer days...

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According to 2012 World Health Organization (WHO) global estimates on the prevalence of hearing loss, approximately 15% of the world's adult population has some degree of hearing impairment. The prevalence increases with age – from 1.7% in children to almost 33% in adults older than...

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When the Rosetta stone was found during the Napoleonic era, Ancient Egypt was held in the highest regard. According to Jeremy Nadler in Shamanic Wisdom in the Pyramid Texts: The Mystical Tradition of Ancient Egypt, Ancient Egypt was seen as harbouring a tradition of deep wisdom that was the...

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If you’ve ever had to watch someone battle cancer, you’ll have a very real appreciation for what a terrible illness it is. Which is why those fortunate enough to come out the other side with their lives should be commended for their courage and determination, no matter how they might...

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Researchers say they've created an enzyme that might one day reduce nicotine cravings in smokers. The scientists gave the enzyme to nicotine-dependent rats and found it broke down nicotine in the bloodstream before it could reach the brain. This quickly reduced the rats' nicotine...