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Edward Dwight, Once Picked to Be the First Black Astronaut in Space, Aims for Space at Last

30 April 2024 at 07:55
Six decades ago, Mr. Dwight’s shot at becoming the first Black astronaut in space was thwarted by racism and politics. Now, at 90, he’s finally going up.

Β© Nathan Bajar for The New York Times

β€œMy whole life has been about getting things done,” said Edward Dwight, a retired pilot, current sculptor and future crew member on a Blue Origin mission into space. β€œThis is the culmination.”

Physical Fitness Can Improve Mental Health in Children and Adolescents, Study Suggests

29 April 2024 at 11:21
A new study bolsters existing research suggesting that exercise can protect against anxiety, depression and attention challenges.

Β© Michelle Gustafson for The New York Times

In a study, improved performance with activities such as 800-meter runs, curl-ups and standing jumps was linked with lower risk of mental health disorder.

Beth Linker is Turning Good Posture On its Head

26 April 2024 at 05:01
A historian and sociologist of science re-examines the β€œposture panic” of the last century. You’ll want to sit down for this.

Β© Hannah Beier for The New York Times

In her new book, Beth Linker, a historian of science at the University of Pennsylvania, confronts conventional wisdom about good posture. β€œIt’s fake news,” she said.
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