Can you really stay friends with your ex-girlfriends or ex-boyfriends? Psychologists explain when it works and when it holds you backNavigating post-breakup friendships is complex, with research indicating success hinges on motivations. While some exes forge genuine bonds...
06 Jul, 2026, 05.16 PM IST
Psychologists say wearing a lucky bracelet is not just superstition but can genuinely improve performance by increasing confidence and persistence, according to researchers from the University of CologneSuperstitions, like lucky charms or rituals, can surprisingly boost performance, a study reveals. Researchers found that these practices en...
06 Jul, 2026, 04.52 PM IST
Psychologists say people who ask big favours from others aren't being demanding, they might see possibilities where others see rejectionPeople who ask others for major favours are often seen as demanding, but psychology suggests that may not be the full story. A UCLA study f...
05 Jul, 2026, 11.11 PM IST
Psychology says burnout doesn't always make employees quit; instead, some happy workers may be more prone to job-hoppingEmployees don't always quit jobs due to unhappiness; a new study reveals two key drivers: career advancement and escaping bad environments....
05 Jul, 2026, 12.18 PM IST
Psychology says people who insist on watching fireworks every year aren't just following tradition, they may be chasing one powerful emotionPsychology says people who never miss fireworks displays may be driven by awe, collective experiences, nostalgia, social identity, and the ...
05 Jul, 2026, 10.11 AM IST
India's power sector enters "value chain" reset led by transmission, storage and demand growth: ReportIndia's power sector is undergoing a overhaul, with transmission infrastructure and energy storage identified as key drivers for the next d...
05 Jul, 2026, 09.54 AM IST
Psychology says people who save their best move for the last aren't always being dramatic, they may be using strategy to build lasting impressionsPsychology says saving the best move for last may be influenced by the recency effect, goal-gradient hypothesis, delayed gratification, str...
04 Jul, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
Celebrity nutritionist shares 7 underrated exercises for health and longevity: They're not about the gym or lifting weightsBeyond intense workouts, lasting health hinges on daily choices. Celebrity nutritionist Luke Coutinho highlights seven unconventional habit...
04 Jul, 2026, 09.31 AM IST
Psychology says people who always eat hot dogs on the Fourth of July aren't just having fun, they may be trying to relive their happy childhood memoriesPsychology suggests that people who always eat hot dogs on the Fourth of July are often doing more than keeping a tradition alive. Familiar...
03 Jul, 2026, 07.35 PM IST
Since 1978, China has planted 66 billion trees to fight the desert; scientists just found they are outpacing natural forests by 66%China's massive tree-planting initiative, aimed at combating desertification, has yielded surprising results. New research indicates these ...
03 Jul, 2026, 04.39 PM IST
Not fancy dinners or date night. Harvard psychologists find a shortcut that can make couples significantly happier after a study of 40,000 peopleForget grand gestures; freeing up time from chores can boost relationship happiness, research suggests. Spending money on services like cle...
03 Jul, 2026, 07.14 AM IST
Psychology says people who like to go on trips with friends often aren't lonely: What this behavior reveals about trust and well-beingPsychology says people who like to go on trips with friends often aren't seeking only entertainment. Research in psychology shows that trav...
02 Jul, 2026, 11.54 PM IST
Psychology says people who love 'cute' videos of pets aren't wasting time: What this behavior revealsPsychology says people who love 'cute' videos of pets aren't simply avoiding work or spending time without purpose. Research shows that wat...
02 Jul, 2026, 11.46 PM IST
Psychology says people who like to go on trips with the whole big joint family aren't avoiding emotional connections: What this travel choice may revealPsychology says people who like to go on trips with the whole big joint family aren't always seeking isolation or independence. Psychology ...
02 Jul, 2026, 02.58 AM IST
Psychology says people who raise a dog along with their new-born child aren't as stressed as many people assume: What research revealsPsychology says people who raise a dog along with their new-born child aren't always taking on an extra burden. Research suggests that livi...
02 Jul, 2026, 01.29 AM IST
How does a single cell build a 170 billion-cell brain? Scientists discover the astonishing blueprint behind how the human brain builds itselfScientists have uncovered a surprising principle behind the brain's intricate development from a single cell. Researchers propose that cell...
26 Jun, 2026, 06.36 AM IST
Tiny fiber-optic cables on seabed can do a lot more than you can imagine. Now, they can listen to silent whales. Here's howTiny fiber-optic cables on seabed can do a lot more than you can imagine as researchers have found that these underwater communication cabl...
26 Jun, 2026, 03.28 AM IST