Tears seem simple, but the tiny glands that produce them are among the least understood organs in the human body. By growing miniature human tear glands in the lab and coaxing them to “cry,” ...

Crying is one of the most genuine expressions of human nature. It accompanies us in moments of happiness, sadness, anger, and ...

We’ve all been there – crying our eyes out during a sad movie or after a tough day, wondering if all those tears are at least burning a few calories. Well, it turns out they actually do! I’ve ...

A newborn's first cry is a vital sign of a healthy transition to life outside the womb, signaling the lungs opening and the body's survival systems activating. This initial cry, distinct from adult ...