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The Gut Microbiome Could Speed Up the Progression of Alzheimer’s Disease
The microbes in the gastrointestinal tract influence the immune system and the brain, possibly playing a role in the development of Alzheimer’s
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This New Dye Changes Color When Exposed to UV Light
Color-change shoes, jewelry, cars, furniture and more could be possible with this new MIT technology
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A Century Ago, This Eerie-Sounding Instrument Ushered in Electronic Music
Now, the theremin—a strange little invention that translates hand gestures into pitch and volume—could make a comeback
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Here’s What’s Brewing in the New Smithsonian Beer Collections
After two years of documenting the nation’s craft brewing industry, curator Theresa McCulla makes ready for a public debut
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The Rise of the Zombie Mall
Hundreds of big retail centers have gone under, but the shop-til-you drop lifestyle isn't dead yet
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The Mayor and the Mob
William O'Dwyer was beloved by New York City. So why did he abruptly leave office and head to Mexico?
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A Hymn to Notre-Dame
In which the renowned author of thrillers and mysteries praises the Gothic beauty, damaged by fire but destined to inspire again
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From Bottles to Newspapers, These Five Homes Were Built Using Everyday Objects
Open for visitors, these houses model upcycling at its finest
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The Bahamas and the Caribbean Have Withstood Hurricanes for Centuries
Europeans came to the islands unprepared for the destructive storms, even as indigenous people understood their massive power
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Take a Sabbatical to Help America's National Parks
The startup Amble offers monthlong programs connecting creative professionals with needy park nonprofits
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Surreal Footage of British Life Under Nazi Occupation
It’s 1941 and the Nazis are in full control of the British island of Alderney. They begin to construct fortifications to protect their grip on the Channel
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Why Cokie Roberts Admired Dolley Madison
The legendary newswoman, who died at 75, appeared on a Smithsonian podcast earlier this summer to speak about a favorite topic, the first ladies
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Cherokee Indians Can Now Harvest Sochan Within a National Park
For the first time, the indigenous community is allowed to gather the cherished plant on protected land
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Women Scientists Were Written Out of History. It's Margaret Rossiter's Lifelong Mission to Fix That
The historian has devoted her career to bringing to light the ingenious accomplishments of those who have been forgotten
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When the Socialist Revolution Came to Oklahoma—and Was Crushed
Inside the little-known story of the Green Corn Rebellion, which blazed through the Sooner State a century ago
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Inside a New Effort to Change What Schools Teach About Native American History
A new curriculum from the American Indian Museum brings greater depth and understanding to the long-misinterpreted history of indigenous culture
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Here's the Guitar That Prince Revolutionized Music With in 'Purple Rain'
The artist gave the "cloud" guitar to the Smithsonian in 1993, but only now do we know it's the same instrument used in the iconic movie
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Babies Born by C-Section Have Different Gut Microbes Than Vaginally Delivered Infants
Method of delivery can influence the bacteria in infants' guts, according to a new study, but differences were found to disappear within nine months
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From Skinning Coconuts to Tire Recycling, This Photographer Captures Vietnam at Work
Huynh Thanh Huy presents a striking portrait of a nation undergoing a dramatic shift from agriculture to manufacturing
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How Peter Wayne Lewis Infuses His Artwork With the Spirit of Jazz
A new exhibit explores bebop and the Buddha
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Is the Future of Entertainment the 40-Years-Old 'Choose Your Own Adventure' Series?
Forty years ago, a beloved paperback series set the stage for today's obsession with interactive entertainment
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