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Seventeen current and former partners described how a loved one’s descent into QAnon, the far-right conspiracy theory t…
This is the first documented case of an insect showing a clear reaction to food it “likes” or “dislikes.” In the experiment, researchers offered water with different additives: solutions with…
We rounded up eight science-backed facts about our fluffy friends — from whether cats really love us to how they use their whiskers. Read on and enjoy! 1. You can…
The New Testament is the main source for Jesus’ life, but skeptics argue those Christian writings aren’t independent evidence. Records by the Roman historian Tacitus and the Jewish historian Josephus—neither…
The Red Cross shared a simple tip for cooling off on very hot nights: put a pair of socks in the refrigerator or freezer during the day and pull them…
Only about 10% of male animals help care for their offspring — but those dads go all in. Still, nature offers truly astonishing examples of paternal devotion. California Mouse: A…
Archaeologists found an inscription cut into a large stone cup. The vessel is only partially preserved, but the text is clear enough to identify the dedication with confidence. Beneath the…
Opioids do a good job at easing pain, but their wide use without careful attention to addiction risks helped trigger the U.S. opioid crisis that began in the 1990s. The…
Dr. Loren Smith, a shark expert at Saltwater Life, told the Daily Mail the shark was spotted well away from coastal resorts, and there’s no reason to panic. The ocean…
News about rare or severe technical glitches on a flight can spike your anxiety. “When we worry, the brain tends to overestimate risk,” says Professor Robert Bor, director of the…
Try walking backward or barefoot — both moves can help people who suffer from knee pain or plantar fasciitis. A coauthor of the book “Walking: Your Life Depends on It”…
Sometimes eight hours of sleep still isn’t enough to feel refreshed, so many of us reach for caffeine. The problem isn’t just how long you sleep — it’s the quality,…
How Daniel Amen Says the Lord’s Prayer Affects the Brain Daniel Amen, a leading psychiatrist and devout Christian, breaks the Lord’s Prayer down line by line and explains how each…
We don’t have an instant “erase and move on” switch for painful memories—yet. But researchers already know how to tinker with memory: they can dull the emotions tied to a…
Some people remember almost every day of their adult lives with startling clarity. Give them a date, and they’ll often name the day of the week, mention a news item…
Cortisol is the body’s primary stress hormone. It’s produced by the adrenal glands, and it acts on brain regions that regulate stress, mood, motivation, and fear. Cortisol also helps control…
Archaeologists in Romania unearthed a burial complex that dates to the 6th–7th centuries AD. The most striking detail is the rider and his horse. Alongside the skeletal remains, the team…
Has it been a while since you hugged anyone? Or do you hug several times a day? The second option is better, because you regularly get a dose of oxytocin,…
If you’ve ever wondered whether audiobooks are as good for your brain as traditional reading, you’re not alone. New studies have revealed both benefits and downsides to listening compared with…
We usually assume dreaming belongs only to deep sleep. But it turns out we can have vivid dreams even while still awake. A new study led by Nicolas Decat at…
Do you keep putting things off? You might take some comfort in knowing that about 20 percent of adults and 50 percent of students report doing it regularly. Those numbers,…
We’ve long known that a lack of quality nighttime sleep is linked to a higher risk of developing dementia. A team of researchers at York University in Canada set out…
Has your memory been letting you down more often lately? Follow a few simple but unexpected rules to strengthen it, and you should see results soon, says psychology and neuroscience…
You’ve probably heard this exact exchange. One person insists they can’t find an item even after searching thoroughly. A second person walks in and almost immediately points to the missing…
Even nightmares can serve a purpose, psychologists and neuroscientists say. One common theory holds that fear experienced in dreams helps people cope with fear in waking life. Garrett Baber, a…
You might forget which pants you wore yesterday or whether you have plans today. But put that same person on a bike — if they once knew how to ride,…
We all remember those summers that seemed to stretch on forever—until the new backpack and bright notebooks pushed away the urge to stay at the pool. As adults, summer flies…
Experts in the ancient art warn: never disturb a woman who is resting. Her apparent laziness brings luck and wealth into the home. To optimize harmony and prosperity at home,…
Modern life has erased the habit of sitting down to eat, and parents’ reminders to sit while you eat can feel outdated. But is eating while standing actually harmful? Why…
A team of researchers at the University of Nicosia in Cyprus found that life satisfaction doesn’t actually depend on whether someone has children. They found no difference in life satisfaction…
Psychologists at Reichman University in Israel found one big mistake people make when presenting themselves on dating sites and apps. Most users tend to tout their positive qualities and achievements.…
Picture the perfect morning: your eyes open slowly, sunlight pours through the window, and you feel rested and refreshed. That feeling isn’t just because you slept the recommended 7–9 hours.…
Think you’re faster than you are? Maybe it’s time to pay attention to the quality of your sleep. A study from the University of California, San Francisco, and Beth Israel…
The British consumer group Which? lists items you should never machine-wash. And it’s not just about what to wash—it’s also about how often, since people make plenty of mistakes. 1.…
When the person sleeping next to you tugs the blanket, rolls over, shifts from side to side, or puts a foot on you, sleeping together loses its magic. Sleep experts…
Spring used to be the natural start of the year — and for good reason: as nature wakes up, people feel a pull to refresh their lives. It’s a prime…
A team of researchers at the University of Kentucky (USA) found a correlation between sleep problems and Alzheimer’s disease — the most severe and common form of dementia. Sleep problems…
In today’s fast-paced world—where busyness and productivity rule—we often overlook one of our most basic human needs: the need to play. Adult life is typically associated with seriousness, yet new…
The reputation of Friday the 13th as an unlucky day often traces back to one of history’s most dramatic events—the crucifixion of Jesus. Over time, the date accumulated a tangle…
A new study finds that some foods have more in common with cigarettes than with whole, healthy foods — and may need stricter regulation. Researchers at Harvard, the University of…
Dr. Arif Khan, a pediatric neurologist at NMC Royal Hospital in Abu Dhabi, lays out three strategies to conquer any bad habit. “Have you ever noticed how your day begins?…
Holidays aren’t always full of joy; they can bring disappointment and awkwardness, too. A cheerful mood can be spoiled by misunderstandings around a poorly chosen gift. What reactions create inner…
A team of psychologists from the University of Zurich set out to understand why some people quickly find partners while others remain single for years. The researchers enrolled more than…
When a person chooses colors for their living space, they are guided not only by taste but also by a variety of other factors. Jeff Beattie, a psychology professor at…
When Cosmic Communication Meets Bee Mathematics Imagine the moment humanity receives its first signal from an extraterrestrial civilization. The joy, the excitement, and one major problem: how do we communicate…
Many people feel a vague but intense sadness during the last week of the year and the first few days of the new one. Understanding the reasons behind this can…
Ingredients: lightly salted herring – 300 g (2 fillets); hard-boiled egg – 1; tart apple – 1; red onion – 1; bread roll – 50 g; milk – 50 ml;…
It turns out that our brains have what scientists call a “Christmas spirit network,” which connects our memories to each new holiday cue. When festive music plays from store speakers…
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