In mammals, including you, specialized nerve cells called the suprachiasmatic nuclei (SCN) in the anterior hypothalamus regulate this rhythm. But here is where humanity gets weird. Unlike other ...

A large body of research supports the health benefits of being an early bird. But being a night owl isn't all bad, say experts. (Photo illustration: Aïda Amer for Yahoo News; photos: Getty Images) ...

Q:My son and I are fascinated by owls and would really like to see more of them. What owls might we see in the metro area and where should we look for them? A: Two things clue us in that an owl is in ...

This story is from The Pulse, a weekly health and science podcast. Find it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. In general, our circadian rhythms are governed by the ...