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20+ most popular CNN articles, as voted by our community.
CNN on Aging
Secrets of ‘SuperAgers’ with superior memories into their 80s
Are you destined to become a 'SuperAger," with a memory as sharp in your 80s as it was in your 50s? Here's what science knows about those who keep their ability to remember as they age.
«These folks stay active physically. They tend to be positive. They challenge their brain every day, reading or learning something new — many continue to work into their 80s. SuperAgers are also social butterflies, surrounded by family and friends, and can often be found volunteering in the community.»
CNN on Climate Crisis
Scientists have revived a 'zombie' virus that spent 48,500 years frozen in permafrost
Warmer temperatures in the Arctic are thawing the region's permafrost — a frozen layer of soil beneath the ground — and potentially stirring viruses that, after lying dormant for tens of thousands of…
As climate chaos accelerates, which countries are polluting the most?
Countries have a mammoth task ahead as they gather for the COP28 climate summit in Dubai.
CNN on Food
Improve memory as you age by eating more flavonols, study says
Eating more flavonols, antioxidants found in many vegetables, fruits, tea and wine, may slow your rate of memory loss, a new study finds.
Six innovations that can help feed the world
These ideas could help feed a growing population, without harming the planet.
CNN on History
Mysterious species buried their dead and carved symbols 100,000 years before humans
Homo naledi, an extinct human relative, buried dead and carved symbols long before modern humans, new research at the Rising Star cave system in South Africa found.
Mystery of why Roman buildings have survived so long has been unraveled, scientists say
The majestic structures of ancient Rome have survived for millennia — a testament to the ingenuity of Roman engineers, who perfected the use of concrete.
CNN on Immigration
Hours before passing, Cummings signed subpoenas directed to two US immigration agencies
In one of his last official acts before his death, the late House Oversight and Reform Committee Chairman Elijah Cummings signed two subpoenas for documents related to a temporary end to a policy…
Cuccinelli rewrites Statue of Liberty poem to make case for limiting immigration
The acting director of US Citizenship and Immigration Services in a new interview revised the iconic poem on the Statue of Liberty's pedestal to suggest that only immigrants who can "stand on their…
CNN on Italy
You can still buy $1 homes all over Italy
It's not too late! Those homes in Italy costing 1 dollar (roughly 1 euro) are still for sale. From Gangi in Sicily to Borgomezzavalle near the Alps, here's your bargain Italian house roundup.
Why Italy's 'king of chocolate' is so delicious
There's chocolate, and then there's gianduiotto chocolate. An ancestor of Nutella, the melt-in-the-mouth treat is as rare as it is tasty.
CNN on Solar Energy
Secretive energy startup backed by Bill Gates achieves solar breakthrough
A secretive startup backed by Bill Gates has achieved a solar breakthrough aimed at saving the planet.
CNN on Stretching
Stretching, range of motion and aerobic exercise all slow cognitive decline, study says
You don't have to run a marathon to get the benefits of exercise. Stretching and range of motion exercises slowed cognitive decline as well as aerobics, a new study found.
CNN on Travel
Why a vacation is good for you
Are vacations really necessary, and why do we need them? And, above all, what are the benefits of a few days off? This is what science says.
A new generation of airships is taking to the skies
Airship technology has been around for over 150 years, but fell out of favor in the 1930s. Now, interest in the low-emission, lighter-than-air transport is reviving as a sustainable solution for…
CNN on War
Ukrainians have seen ‘unimaginable’ horror. Photographers share their stories
Providing a visual record of the horrors Ukrainians face every day has become an important part of the war effort and shaped public perceptions around the world.
‘She really saw into the hearts of people’: The legacy of Anja Niedringhaus
Anja Niedringhaus gave us a glimpse into lives that we often don’t see, focusing her lens on those most impacted by war. She was killed in Afghanistan 10 years ago.
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Why people hated shopping carts when they first came out
We live in a world shaped by shopping carts. The ubiquitous, unloved contraptions are a key feature of US economy. (Yes, really.)
CNN Exclusive: FBI investigation determined Chinese-made Huawei equipment could disrupt US nuclear arsenal communications
On paper, it looked like a fantastic deal. In 2017, the Chinese government was offering to spend $100 million to build an ornate Chinese garden at the National Arboretum in Washington DC. Complete…
The ‘Mandela Effect’ describes the false memories many of us share. But why can’t scientists explain it?
If you think Mr. Monopoly wears a monocle or believe you’ve read “The Berenstein Bears” books, you might be experiencing the so-called Mandela Effect, or collective false memory.
Microbreaks can increase your well-being, but only if you do these types of activities, experts say
Breaks lasting 10 minutes or less can increase energy and reduce fatigue for workers in some types of jobs but show minimal results for others.
«The analysis did not examine how often people should pause for microbreaks, but Macsinga recommended workers take them as frequently as they need to.»
Forever young, beautiful and scandal-free: The rise of South Korea's virtual influencers
The growing popularity of hyper-realistic "virtual" influencers is sparking debate over the future of advertising -- and South Korea's demanding beauty standards.
«"Lucy is not limited to time or space," he added. "She can appear anywhere. And there are no moral issues."»
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