Northwestern University (August 19, 2024): By studying older individuals with exceptional memories, the Northwestern SuperAging Program advances our understanding of the aging brain — and why some stay younger than their peers.
Tamar Gefen, Molly Mather, Robert Vassar and many more at Feinberg’s Mesulam Center are on a mission to end Alzheimer’s disease and combat all forms of neurodegenerative disease.
The New Yorker (August 19, 2024): The latest issue featuresBarry Blitt’s “Roller Coaster” – The highs and lows of the campaigns for America’s highest office.
The Globalist Podcast (August 16, 2024): Following Benjamin Netanyahu’s condemnation of the spiralling violence in the West Bank, we examine the practical issues behind holding Israeli settlers accountable.
Also, can Nicolás Maduro’s policy of using an “iron fist” on dissenters be sustained – and how worried should Europe be about mpox? Plus, we explore the history of Chicago and the Democratic National Convention.
The vice president’s brain trust is younger, more racially diverse and larger than President Biden’s. Her advisers can expect a lot of phone calls in the coming weeks.
The nation is in anguish as it buries its dead and enters a new era of authoritarianism.
‘Bad Blood’ Stalks a Lithium Mine in Serbia
A Rio Tinto mine that Europe sees as a critical source for electric vehicle batteries has been the target of enormous protests. “I don’t need green cars. I need green apples and green grass,” said one opponent.
MICHELIN Guide (August 16, 2024): To help you to discover the French capital city, join us on an unforgettable 48-hour adventure through the City of Light! Start your journey on the vibrant Right Bank, exploring iconic spots like Montmartre and Le Louvre.
Cross over to the enchanting Left Bank to soak in the charm of Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the Latin Quarter, with a visit at Le Panthéon. Indulge in a curated selection of Paris’s best, and create unforgettable memories in this culinary and cultural paradise. Paris is a city brimming with MICHELIN-Starred restaurants that elevate gastronomy to dizzying heights, and chic, stylish hotels that redefine luxury.
Experience the finest MICHELIN Guide restaurants and MICHELIN recommended hotels on both the Right and Left Banks. Dive into the magic of the City of Light with our exclusive two-day itinerary and discover all the recommendations to travel in Paris in our Travel Guide: https://guide.michelin.com/en/article…
Climate change is putting parasites — the unseen pests running our planet — in peril, but a small band of scientists is fighting to save them from extinction. By Kate Golembiewski
What Goes On Inside the Mind of a Dog?
Help researchers understand the underpinnings of dog personality and behavior with these Citizen Science projects.
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are in close races across Arizona, Georgia, Nevada and North Carolina, crucial swing states that Mr. Trump had seemed en route to run away with just a few weeks ago.
As the popular dance show grew into an international juggernaut, some of the group’s young performers paid a steep price.
For the Man Who Plays Lafayette, It’s a Marquis Event
America’s favorite fighting Frenchman arrived for a farewell tour in 1824. A yearlong commemoration kicks off this week, and the country’s pre-eminent “Lafayette” is ready.
Alvin Zhou Films (August 17, 2024): Hidden amidst the tranquil green setting of Kyoto, lies Kikunoi Honten, a world-renowned 3-Michelin Star kaiseki restaurant that has served guests traditional Japanese cuisine for over 100 years.
Housed in a mansion that resembles a samurai residence and teahouse, Kikunoi’s dining atmosphere is like something I’ve never seen. From traditional tatami mat rooms with unique flower arrangements and hanging scrolls, to the views of beautiful gardens that surround the estate, I was in awe the second I stepped inside. The food served at Kikunoi is on a level I couldn’t imagine.
Each course is prepared with ingredients that can only be harvested 10 days of out of the year, and the menu changes constantly to reflect the ebb and flow of nature and its seasons. 35 cooks fill the kitchen, each focused on a single task. It was a sight to behold.
I am beyond honored to have been able to spend time in such close quarters with the team inside their establishment – every second was a dream to film. Yoshihiro Murata is at the helm, leading his brigade of chefs and cooks to something exquisite and beautiful. I met and talked with many of the staff – they were all so kind, inviting, warm, and fiercely talented in the kitchen.
CBS Mornings (August 17, 2024): The United States is the largest wine importer by volume and value, with most bottles in the country imported from European countries. But there’s a domestic shift underway, with regions around the U.S. growing in size and prestige to produce more local varieties. Nancy Chen has more.
MIT Technology Review (August 17, 2024): The 125th Anniversary issue features ‘Greetings from the Future’ – Personalized AI, Genetically-Engineered Immunity and Digital Immortaility. We’ll see it all in the next century.
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