Natural selection uses duplicated genes as raw material for functional innovation, co-opting their existing features to new functions. Understanding genetic innovation requires two questions to be ...

Females are more immunoreactive than males and, although sex hormones have an important role in immune functions, the X chromosome is fundamental in shaping sex-specific immune responses. X-linked ...

Enzymes help with specific functions that are vital to the operation and overall health of the human body. They help speed up chemical reactions and are essential for respiration, digestion, muscle ...

Water supports major body functions like temperature control, saliva production, joint cushioning, digestion, and waste removal through sweat, urine, and bowel movements. Most people meet hydration ...

We envision a world in which systems of oppression and harm are dismantled, and women and girls regardless of race, ethnic origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socioeconomic status ...

WRAL's Opinion section was launched in 2016 by Capitol Broadcasting Company to raise awareness of important statewide issues, fostering meaningful discussions and encouraging civic engagement to drive ...

Regularly sleeping less than you need can harm your health and safety. Most adults do best with 7 to 9 hours per night. Getting at least 7 hours of sleep may support weight management by affecting ...

Depending on the kid, babysitting is an easy enough job, right? But what happens when the babysitter doesn’t know the first thing about taking care of children? In today’s story, a woman shares how ...

I will wait for her in the yard that Maggie and I made so clean and wavy yesterday afternoon. A yard like this is more comfortable than most people know. It is not just a yard. It is like an extended ...

Businesses need to meet eligibility requirements set by the federal government and lenders to get SBA 7(a) loans, 504 loans, microloans and disaster loans. Many, or all, of the products featured on ...

Lea Uradu, J.D., is a Maryland state registered tax preparer, state-certified notary public, certified VITA tax preparer, IRS annual filing season program participant, and tax writer. Vikki Velasquez ...