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Why do dogs spin before lying down? The surprising reason has nothing to do with comfort but ancient survival instinctsDogs spin in circles before lying down for a reason, not by accident. Animal behavior experts say this common dog habit comes from wild anc...
Psychologists say repeatedly checking locks or appliances is not making memory stronger, but can reduce confidence in what you remember, according to Behavior Research and TherapyRepeatedly checking if you've turned off the stove or locked the door might actually weaken your memory confidence, a study reveals. Psycho...
Psychology says people who automate small decisions of their life may be reducing mental fatigue, and conserving energy for what really mattersWaking up to a barrage of small decisions can drain your mental energy, impacting your ability to tackle important tasks. Psychologists sug...
Bryan Johnson's health bombshell: Millionaire who spends $2 million a year to live forever now has an incurable diseaseBryan Johnson, the millionaire known for his anti-ageing pursuits, has revealed a battle with autoimmune gastritis, a condition where his i...
Psychology says people who always pop their pimples don’t have the urge for clear skin, they may be responding to their brain's reward systemPopping a pimple creates a short-lived feeling of relief or accomplishment for many people, which can strengthen the behavior each time it ...
Delhi e-rickshaw drivers fear remote shutdowns amid trafficE-rickshaw drivers in Delhi are living in fear as a smartphone app allegedly shuts down their vehicles mid-road, risking fatal accidents. V...
Apply for jobs between 7:50 AM and 8:30 AM: Career coach explains why timing could decide your interview callA career coach suggests a strategic morning window for job applications, between 7:50 AM and 8:30 AM, to significantly boost visibility. By...
Psychology explains why your brain refuses to forget embarrassing moments - and there’s a good reason for itEver replay an embarrassing moment from years ago? Your brain prioritizes negative experiences, a survival mechanism rooted in 'negativity ...
Scientists looked inside cockroach DNA, and found something they never expectedCockroaches harbor ancient bacterial DNA, a new study reveals. Researchers discovered thousands of tiny DNA fragments from Blattabacterium ...
Psychologists say these 8 phrases can reveal hidden manipulation tactics - Why these everyday expressions deserve a second thoughtManipulative people rarely reveal their intentions at first. They use subtle phrases in everyday conversations to test your trust, boundari...
'WhatsApp has to worry, not us': Govt warns messaging platform over fraud risks as username feature sparks privacy debateThe recently announced WhatsApp username feature is under scrutiny, amid concerns over impersonation and scams. While WhatsApp claims safeg...
Arvind Kejriwal leaves 'mysterious' information for tomorrow after questioning why didn't Amit Shah visit Ram TempleArvind Kejriwal has questioned Union Home Minister Amit Shah's absence from the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, alleging the BJP uses Lord Ram for v...
Psychology says people who keep scrolling on phones while watching TV aren't simply bored: What this behavior may revealPsychology says people who keep scrolling on phones while watching TV aren't always distracted without reason. Psychology links this habit ...
Psychology says people who set multiple alarms even when one is enough aren't lazy: What repeated alarms revealPsychology says people who set multiple alarms even when one is enough aren't always unmotivated or careless. Psychology suggests this habi...
There was no material concern beyond what I’d already written: HDFC's Atanu ChakrabortyFormer HDFC Bank Chairman Atanu Chakraborty refutes the bank's claim of non-cooperation with an external legal review post his resignation....
Psychology explains why we stay addicted to social media longer than we intendEver wonder why a quick social media check turns into hours? It's not just weak willpower. Platforms are designed to hook you with unpredic...
Psychology says adults who look in the mirror ten times a day are not narcissists: Why the brain keeps searching for reassurance, control and identityPsychology suggests that adults who frequently glance at mirrors are rarely being narcissistic. More often, they are seeking reassurance an...
Psychology suggests people who check the weather twice before leaving aren’t obsessive: They’re reducing uncertainty before the day begins, because predictability frees attention for everything else that needs itChecking the weather forecast a couple of times before stepping outside is not merely a signal of anxiety. Instead, it serves as a sensible...
Psychology says people who check twice or thrice if they have turned the gas stove off or locked the doors before sleeping do not have OCD, they are just trying to create certainty before restPsychology suggests this behavior is rooted in a deeply human need for security and reassurance. Going to sleep requires temporarily lettin...
Psychology says people who keep checking weather forecasts multiple times a day aren’t anxious but are trying to outsmart uncertaintyPsychology says checking the weather several times a day is generally harmless and quite common. It only becomes a concern when the habit b...