NPR News: Monty Roberts, who trained horses through trust, dies at 91

Monty Roberts, who trained horses through trust, dies at 91
The internationally acclaimed horseman defied the conventional method of breaking horses and developed his own gentler approach — based on horses' non-verbal language. Roberts spoke with Fresh Air in 1997.

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NPR News: Kalshi and Polymarket bets on clinical trials criticized as 'ghastly'

Kalshi and Polymarket bets on clinical trials criticized as 'ghastly'
Researchers warn betting on clinical trials could incentivize insider trading and interfere with drug development. But Kalshi and Polymarket say they provide valuable information to patients.

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NPR News: This week's Short Wave news roundup

This week's Short Wave news roundup
NPR's science podcast rounds up new studies about a wandering black hole, humans' ability to detect AI-generated text, and the impact of cougars on vehicle-deer collisions.

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NPR News: Sticky or slippery? Snails can change their slime to meet the moment

Sticky or slippery? Snails can change their slime to meet the moment
Snails are slimy. But there's more to that goo of theirs than meets the eye. It's a fact that may help inspire the creation of new materials.

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NPR News: Greetings from a wildlife park in central Sri Lanka that's a haven for elephants

Greetings from a wildlife park in central Sri Lanka that's a haven for elephants
At a time of increased conflict between elephants and humans, as elephant habitats are converted to intensive agriculture, the Hurulu Eco Park is a place where the animals can graze unimpeded.

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NPR News: Nicotine pouches can be marketed as 'lower risk' than cigarettes. Is that dangerous?

Nicotine pouches can be marketed as 'lower risk' than cigarettes. Is that dangerous?
The FDA allowed some Zyn nicotine pouches to be marketed as "lower risk" than cigarettes. Public health experts agree they can help current smokers, but worry young people may become addicted.

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NPR News: How do newborns react to the smell of their fathers?

How do newborns react to the smell of their fathers?
A new study tests the scent of fathers and newborns recognition of dad's smell

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