Psychology says adults who struggle with reading books but devour short stories online may have trained their attention differentlyA book usually demands sustained engagement with one context, while a feed continuously offers novelty and natural stopping points. The two...
17 Sep, 2026, 11.51 PM IST
Science says some objects can look like they’re moving when they are perfectly still, here’s how your eyes get fooledEven when you appear to stare steadily at an object, your eyes are constantly making tiny involuntary movements known as fixational eye mov...
01 Sep, 2026, 02.52 PM IST
Psychology says people who keep stubbing their toes may be responding to more than clumsinessPeople who frequently stub their toes may not simply be “bad at walking.” Their experiences can reflect a fascinating interaction between a...
30 Aug, 2026, 09.35 PM IST
Yatharth Hospitals draws interest from Aster, Advent as healthcare consolidation heats upAster DM Quality Care is negotiating to acquire a controlling stake in Yatharth Hospitals. This potential acquisition aims to consolidate t...
28 Aug, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Why more Indians are taking up birdwatching: The hobby that can calm your mind and sharpen your brainBirdwatching is emerging as a popular hobby in India, attracting people of all ages and backgrounds. Beyond offering a way to reconnect wit...
23 Aug, 2026, 12.15 PM IST
Psychology says your brain may remember things in the shower for a surprising reasonThe next time a forgotten name, unfinished task, or sudden flash of inspiration pops into your mind while you're in the shower, it may seem...
11 Aug, 2026, 07.12 PM IST
Quote of the day by Isaac Asimov: "The human mind works at low efficiency. Twenty percent is the..." — Inspiring life lessons on creativity, intuition, curiosity, innovation, critical thinking, and and how sudden flashes of insight unlock unseen potential by the visionary science fiction author and biochemistToday's Quote of the Day by Isaac Asimov: The famous Quote of the Day by Isaac Asimov, "The human mind works at low efficiency. Twenty perc...
04 Aug, 2026, 10.07 PM IST
Heart's pumping strength tied to future memory loss: Study finds heart function drop could reveal Alzheimer's disease; memory decline may followA new study published in the Journal of Neuroscience has found that even minor cardiac dysfunction can predict microscopic tissue damage in...
07 Jul, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
Why starting with small chores can make cleaning easierPsychological research reveals that the order of daily activities significantly impacts perceived effort, fatigue, and satisfaction. Primac...
07 May, 2026, 02.37 PM IST
The Psychology of Everyday Experience: Why Some People Laugh Quietly in Social SettingsContrary to popular belief, quiet laughter isn't shyness but a sign of sophisticated emotional regulation and social awareness. Psychologis...
03 Feb, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
Eating your favourite snack could be draining your motivation: Neuroscientist reveals the surprising link between comfort food and work energyA new discussion on food and brain health has emerged after NYU neuroscientist Dr Wendy Suzuki explained how comfort foods may drain motiva...
05 Dec, 2025, 05.15 PM IST
She had a PhD, MBA, and a successful global career, but burnout made her rethink everything. Now she says, 'Real resilience is choosing rest'Michelle Machado, a successful academic, faced burnout. She realized true strength is choosing rest. She now coaches others to value well-b...
10 Aug, 2025, 06.18 PM IST
Cheer your brain in 90 seconds: Ex-Google executive shares Harvard expert's hack to beat stress and find happinessAfter losing his 21-year-old son, Mo Gawdat, former Google X executive, turned to happiness science and discovered the 90-second rule, a si...
05 Jul, 2025, 08.19 PM IST
Elon Musk's Neuralink implants brain chip in first human: All you need to knowNeuralink achieves first successful human implantation with promising neuron spike detection. Initial users of Telepathy will be those who ...
30 Jan, 2024, 11.13 AM IST
Consuming high-salt diet can harm memory, leading to dementiaA study shows a gut-brain connection linking high dietary salt intake to neurovascular and cognitive impairment.
17 Jan, 2018, 07.40 PM IST
- Grey matter density increases during adolescence: Study
New York, May 26 (IANS) While grey matter volume generally decrease with age, its density actually increases during adolescence, new resear...
26 May, 2017, 04.16 PM IST
People with 'intellectual arrogance' get better grades"Intellectual humility" - having an accurate or moderate view of one's intelligence and being open to criticism and ideas - correlates with...
13 Oct, 2015, 11.17 AM IST