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Anneli Rufus is the author of many books, including Party of One: The Loners’ Manifesto and the Nautilus Award-winning Stuck: Why We Don’t (or Won’t) Move On, and the coauthor of still more, including Weird Europe and The Scavengers’ Manifesto. Her books have been translated into numerous languages, including Chinese and Latvian. In 2006, she won a Society of Professional Journalists award for criticism.

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Turned On by Tight Spaces

Anneli Rufus reports on MI6 spy Gareth Williams’s odd death and its possible links to claustrophilia.

Anneli Rufus | Published Apr 30, 2012

Can Aspirin Save Your Life?

It’s not only good for reducing cancer risk—Anneli Rufus on the wonder drug’s effect on other afflictions.

Anneli Rufus | Published Mar 22, 2012

Does the Tea of the Stars Work?

Kombucha Craze

Celebrities love kombucha, which fans credit with health cures and more. Anneli Rufus investigates.

Anneli Rufus | Published Feb 28, 2012

Is Red Bull a Drug?

Speed Demon

The media is buzzing with rumors that Demi Moore is a Red Bull addict. Is the energy drink addictive, asks Anneli Rufus.

Anneli Rufus | Published Feb 01, 2012

Marijuana: Good for Lungs?

Marijuana can help your lungs? From the munchies to psychosis, what science says about smoking reefer.

Anneli Rufus | Published Jan 14, 2012

Worst Drivers in America

Who's the most dangerous behind the wheel? Anneli Rufus on why you should steer clear of men and Montana.

Anneli Rufus | Published Dec 31, 2011

When We Do It

It's peak season for baby making. Anneli Rufus on the days when you stand the best chance of having sex.

Anneli Rufus | Published Dec 27, 2011

Can a Tiny Crustacean End World Hunger?

The tiny crustaceans are plentiful, nutritious—and a possible fix for world hunger, Anneli Rufus reports.

Anneli Rufus | Published Dec 16, 2011

Can Food Make You Infertile?

Ice cream, tofu, low-fat milk? Anneli Rufus on the foods that might hurt your chances of having a baby.

Anneli Rufus | Published Dec 09, 2011

What Babies Feel in the Womb

New studies suggest prenatal exposure to anti-depressants, microwaves and cellphones may lead to ADHD and autism.

Anneli Rufus | Published Nov 18, 2011

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