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Why Autism Rates Have Soared (Newser Daily Digest)

Why Autism Rates Have Soared

(Newser) - The rate at which autism is diagnosed around the world has increased dramatically in just a generation, and researchers studying a comprehensive tracking system in Denmark say they can explain the majority of the uptick: new and improved diagnosis. In the medical journal JAMA Pediatrics, they argue that the huge... More »

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Road Trip of a Lifetime: 5 Most Uplifting Stories

(Newser) - A loyal dog's heartbreaking story and a couple's amazing road trip make the list of the week's most uplifting stories: Dog Who Wouldn't Leave Dead Pal Getting a Home : He lost his friend but is gaining a home: A stray Chihuahua who wouldn't leave the... More »

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Here's the Real Story of 'Bad Luck Brian' Meme

(Newser) - Kyle Craven is a 25-year-old guy who lives with his wife and dog in Ohio and builds churches for a living, but he's got a secret that might surprise those who first meet him: He's a meme. Thanks to Ian Davies, an old buddy who submitted Craven's... More »

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What Makes Black Widows So Deadly

(Newser) - Black widow spiders are known for their lethal venom, but just how did they get so deadly? Apparently by evolving quickly over the years during their pursuit of "ever-bigger prey," Discovery reports. According to a new study, black widows and house spiders have comparable toxic compounds in their... More »

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Why Long Lashes Are Bad for Your Eyes

(Newser) - Long lashes may be alluring, but watch out: A new study says they funnel air into the eye rather than protect it, Today reports. Researchers started off by measuring animals' eyelashes, which were always one-third the width of the eye. Such natural lashes apparently protect against dirt and drying by... More »

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Officer Marries Couple Left in Lurch by Storm

(Newser) - A Michigan couple made it to the Kalamazoo County Courhouse yesterday despite some nasty weather for a good reason: Dean Lauer and Carrie Stull were getting married. Problem: The courthouse was closed, thanks to that nasty weather, reports WWMT . Not knowing what to do, the wedding party entered the Kalamazoo... More »

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5 Best Apologies of the Week

(Newser) - Someone somewhere is always apologizing for something. Here are five from the week: Use his name: "As I am an elected official, the Frederick News-Post has the right to use my name in any article related to the running of the county—that comes with the job. ... I'm... More »

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This Exists: Plant That Grows 'Ketchup' and 'Fries'

(Newser) - Tomatoes and potatoes go together like, well, ketchup and fries—so why not grow them together? A hybrid plant known as the "TomTato" or, yes, "Ketchup 'n' Fries," allows you to do just that, and it's now available in the US after first being released... More »

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Guys Who Post Too Many Selfies Might Be Bad News: Study

(Newser) - The results of a selfie study may not come as a surprise to you: Guys who post loads of them, researchers at Ohio State University find, also show signs of narcissism and even score higher on tests for psychopathy. The findings were based on an online survey of 800 men... More »

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