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Friendships are important, but are they always healthy? New research finds that teens who feel dominated by their friends experience lower self-esteem and more symptoms of anxiety and depression.

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Pennsylvania has long had one of the highest death rates from drug overdose in the US. But new studies suggest counties throughout the state have different rates of opioid deaths.

Many marine animals, birds and fish are ingesting plastic. New research identifies the first named health effect from it.

TikTok has been banned from UK government devices, but it’s easy for all social media platforms to harvest your data.

A new film changes its story based on the emotions expressed by the viewer.

The new National Cybersecurity Strategy reiterates the government’s focus on resilient infrastructure and taking the offensive against hackers. But it also brings a fresh approach to the private sector.