Psychology suggests people who clean as they cook are practicing small self-control loops that change how calmly they handle busy daysA messy kitchen can prolong stress, according to research linking clutter to higher cortisol levels. The 'clean as you go' habit, however, ...
17 Jun, 2026, 05.45 PM IST
Psychology says talking to yourself when you’re alone isn’t a sign of loneliness; it’s one of the brain’s smartest tools for regulating emotion and rehearsing decisionsTalking to yourself is a common and often beneficial habit, not a sign of being unhinged. Research indicates that self-talk aids in plannin...
17 Jun, 2026, 05.34 PM IST
Quote of the day by Batman actor Christian Bale: 'The only thing that I'm obsessed with is sleeping'Christian Bale's humorous confession about his love for sleep, even admitting to wanting 12 hours daily, offers a relatable human touch. Be...
17 Jun, 2026, 09.53 AM IST
Psychology suggests adults who bring a cardigan everywhere aren’t overprepared; they’re protecting comfort before discomfort steals attention, because the body is easier to regulate when it feels safeThink of a cardigan as your cozy companion in the quest for comfort. Beyond just providing warmth, it serves as a safeguard against the min...
16 Jun, 2026, 06.30 PM IST
In 1992, a tanker crash in Australia's Blue Mountains was doused with PFAS foam; 33 years on, tap water tested 300 times above the safe limitA 1992 petrol tanker crash in Australia's Blue Mountains caused PFAS contamination. Firefighters used foam containing these chemicals. Deca...
16 Jun, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
Sarvam’s unicorn raise; Big exits in new IPOsHappy Tuesday! Sarvam has vaulted into the unicorn club after a fresh funding round. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
16 Jun, 2026, 07.56 AM IST
Psychology says people who can’t tie their shoelaces but solve impossible math problems may have an advantage: The surprising reason our brains work this wayThe most important takeaway is that intelligence cannot be reduced to a single score or trait. It is a complex combination of different abi...
15 Jun, 2026, 06.09 PM IST
Psychology says the exhaustion of modern life often isn’t from overwork: It’s from the fact that we’ve eliminated every attention gap, and the brain never gets the empty space it needs to recoverIn our bustling modern world, the rush of daily life rarely grants us the luxury of stillness. The unending stimulation stretches our menta...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.16 PM IST
A 2026 World Cup tech makeover is turning every player into a digital twin, with 16 cameras, a 13-gram smart ball, and millimeter-level scans that could settle the sport’s tightest callsThe World Cup introduces a revolutionary AI offside system. Players are now 3D scanned, and a smart ball tracks every touch. This technolog...
12 Jun, 2026, 07.59 PM IST
Psychology says adults who grew up in emotionally unpredictable homes don't just remember chaos; their nervous system learned to treat instability as normalChildhood experiences of unpredictable emotional environments can lead to adult nervous systems that struggle with calm, even in safe situa...
12 Jun, 2026, 07.55 PM IST
'If America won't get Indian brains...': Former Meta executive and founder warns US on H1B visa, says jobs would go to Bangalore anywayA federal court struck down a $100,000 H-1B visa fee. Former Meta engineer Zach Wilson praised this, highlighting the talent pool in India....
09 Jun, 2026, 07.43 PM IST
Waking up tired every day? Harvard-trained gut doctor shares 10 simple habits that can improve sleep quality naturallyMillions struggle with sleep. Dr Saurabh Sethi, a Harvard-trained doctor, offers simple tips for better rest. Avoid late meals and keep you...
09 Jun, 2026, 09.06 AM IST
Sleeping over 8 hours daily? Senior Neurologist at Apollo Hospitals explains its underlying health issues and potential risksAre you sleeping more than 8 hours? New research has revealed that a study of nearly 500,000 people found a 'sweet spot' of 6.4 to 7.8 hour...
07 Jun, 2026, 08.30 AM IST
China can build humanoids at scale. The hard part is finding enough buyersChinese companies are pushing ahead with humanoid robot production. These robots can perform tasks like directing traffic and making coffee...
07 Jun, 2026, 06.35 AM IST
'Even if it's faster manually, use Claude': Manager obsessed with AI tells employees to use it for everything, then instantly regrets itA manager's strict AI mandate led to an employee automating compliance training with AI. This move exposed the disconnect between leadershi...
04 Jun, 2026, 03.02 PM IST
Meet Dr. R. Ganesh, Padma Bhushan awardee who can do 100 tasks simultaneously and speak 18 languages in the age of AIDr. R. Ganesh, a Padma Bhushan awardee, demonstrates the extraordinary potential of the human brain through the ancient Indian tradition of...
03 Jun, 2026, 02.01 PM IST
7 Japanese memory techniques people use to remember more, from train operators to mental-abacus expertsA groundbreaking study has unveiled powerful strategies for enhancing memory. Researchers emphasize the importance of spatial awareness, ac...
30 May, 2026, 03.07 PM IST