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The Rise and Fall of Bill Pettis, the Man With “The Biggest Arms in the World”
I first encountered the man with the biggest arms in the world five years ago at my friend Amy’s curio shop in Highland Park. On a poster by acclaimed photographer Garry Winogrand was a portrait of an African American weight lifter, his tank top ridiculously skimpy on his thick torso. His left hand rested lovingly on an imposing set of barbells. Winogrand photographed him looking down, away from the lens, with a shy smile.
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Top 10 Design Flaws in the Human Body
The Greeks were obsessed with the mathematically perfect body. But unfortunately for anyone chasing that ideal, we were designed not by Pygmalion, the mythical sculptor who carved a flawless woman, but by MacGyver. Evolution constructed our bodies with the biological equivalent of duct tape and lumber scraps. And the only way to refine the form (short of an asteroid strike or nuclear detonation to wipe clean the slate) is to jerry-rig the current model.
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The Most Extreme Body Hacks That Actually Change Your Physical Abilities
Biohacking is one of those buzzy blanket terms used to describe a whole spectrum of ways that people modify or improve their bodies, from fairly tame experiments like drinking nasty butter coffee to more intense modifications like growing extra ears out of their arms.
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Antibody's unusual abilities might inspire vaccine strategies
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B.C. doctor says perfect vision possible with Bionic Lens
Imagine being able to see three times better than 20/20 vision without wearing glasses or contacts -- even at age 100 or more -- with the help of bionic lenses implanted in your eyes.
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Can your brain be 'full'?
The brain is truly a marvel. A seemingly endless library, whose shelves house our most precious memories as well as our lifetime’s knowledge. But is there a point where it reaches capacity? In other words, can the brain be “full”? The answer is a resounding no, because, well, brains are more sophisticated than that. A study published in Nature Neuroscience earlier this year shows that instead of just crowding in, old information is sometimes pushed out of the brain for new memories to form.
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Seven steps to creating a brain implant
Scientists are starting to build implants they hope can cure blindness and help paralysed people walk. But how do they work?
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Sense of smell is strictly personal, study suggests
A new test can identify individuals based on their sense of smell, and may hold information about a person’s genetic makeup as well.
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We Still Don't Know Why Men Find Ovulating Women More Attractive
Are you in a public place? Look around. Can you tell whether any of the women you see are ovulating, just by looking at them? Neither can anybody else. But several small studies have suggested that men nevertheless find women’s faces more attractive when they’re most fertile. No one knows what signals the men are picking up on.
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Bionic Eye Implant Tested Successfully
A three year trial has recently been completed for bionic eye retinal implants. The results are promising, and the technology appears to be safe.
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The Science (and Strategy) Behind Sweating
Don't let the summer swelter put a damper on your training efforts - it's time to get serious about your hydration.
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Female Genital Mutilation Is A U.S. Problem, Too
A new report says an estimated half a million American girls are at risk. The U.S. and other developed countries can learn from efforts in Africa to eliminate the practice.
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Bionic eye fitted to British pensioner in world first
Ray Flynn was fitted with the bionic eye in June and can make out faces for the first time since he lost his vision to age related macular degeneration
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Why are humans such superb athletes?
So you think you haven't a sporting bone in your body? Think again. You are hardwired for action thanks to evolution. Check out why:
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We should harvest organs before a donor dies
A previously healthy middle-aged man has suffered a massive stroke from a ruptured artery in his brain and fallen into a persistent, then permanent, coma. Now imagine that before the stroke our hypothetical patient had expressed a wish to donate his organs after his death. If neurologists could determine that the patient had no chance of recovery, then would that patient really be harmed if transplant surgeons removed life-support, such as ventilators and feeding tubes, and took his organs...
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9 Terrifying Stories Of People Whose Skeletal Were Found Years After Their Death
Death never comes knocking. It is inevitable. You never know what is going to happen next. These people have stories that will give you goosebumps. By a mass verdict, the biggest fear of people is to die and nobody gives a damn. Discovered years after they were dead, what were left of these people were bones and a foul smell. Some were in such a decomposed state that it was almost impossible to identify them. These chilling stories of people discovered years later their death will give you the hardest time in your life.
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This is What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Exercising
It takes a lot of hard work to stay in shape, which is why it’s important to exercise on a regular basis. But it’s not always possible to remain active, and sometimes a few days off can turn into a more... extended hiatus. Here’s what happens to your body when you suddenly stop exercising.
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NSFW Gland Slams
‘Clear lubricating fluid that is issued from a man's penis’ does not tell the whole story of pre-cum. There are other images of pre-cum available (check Google).
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Augmented Humans: Technology is Changing Lives
Technology is helping people live a longer, healthier and happier life. Here is our take on some of the amazing and heart-touching moments where technology made a difference in someone’s life.
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Sleep More, Sneeze Less: Increased Slumber Helps Prevent Colds
Just a couple extra hours can make a real difference, a study shows. Adults who slept only five or six hours were four times more likely to get sick when exposed to a common cold virus.
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