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...
30 Jun, 2026, 01.34 AM IST
Why do people dream? The centuries-old mystery that remains unsolvedFor millennia, humans have pondered the enigma of dreams. While science has advanced, the exact purpose remains elusive. Theories suggest d...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.27 AM IST
Fish take naps, follow sleep schedules, and may be more human than we thoughtFish sleep like humans study explained: A research reveals zebrafish exhibit complex sleep patterns, mirroring human behavior. These fish e...
23 Jun, 2026, 08.47 PM IST
Your brain may activate a powerful muscle-building, fat-burning switch while you are in deep sleep. New research stuns scientistsNew research has revealed that deep sleep isn't just for rest; it actively regulates growth hormone, crucial for muscle repair, bone streng...
21 Jun, 2026, 10.29 AM IST
Do you talk in your sleep? What somniloquy reveals about your brain, sleep stages, dreams and when it may signal a serious sleep disorderSleep talking somniloquy explained: Ever spoken in your sleep? It's common, affecting many adults and children, and can happen during diffe...
16 Jun, 2026, 01.18 AM IST
Psychology says people who dream every night aren’t weird but they may be under a lot of stress and have unhinged emotionsPsychology does not consider frequent dreaming to be unusual. On the contrary, dreaming is widely regarded as a natural and important aspec...
14 Jun, 2026, 09.07 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
Why do some people see ghosts and others don't? Science points to 3 surprising reasonsMany people claim to have seen ghosts or felt a supernatural presence, but psychologists say there may be scientific explanations behind th...
02 Jun, 2026, 07.35 PM IST
Is travelling bad for human body? 3 troubling findings revealed by Bryan Johnson after recent trip, calls travel ‘barbaric’Bryan Johnson has claimed that frequent international travel may be harmful for the human body, calling it “barbaric” in a recent X post. S...
27 May, 2026, 04.50 PM IST
Song lyric of the day by R.E.M: ‘When your day is long, And the night, the night is yours alone..' ; what Everybody Hurts teaches us about healingR.E.M.'s iconic song "Everybody Hurts" offers solace to those struggling with depression and feelings of inadequacy. Released decades ago, ...
22 May, 2026, 02.24 PM IST
US drugs site TrumpRx to list 600 generics as Donald Trump targets lower pricesPresident Donald Trump is expanding access to affordable medicines. The government website TrumpRx.gov will now list over 600 generic drugs...
19 May, 2026, 07.42 AM IST
While we sleep, the brain remains active & alert: What causes sweet dreams & nightmares?The brain activity in REM sleep kicks our brain into gear for a bit. It's like a periscope into a more conscious state, observing what's go...
21 Sep, 2023, 08.42 AM IST
If we aren't the only dreaming animal...A recent observation by ecologist Daniela Roßler suggests that sleeping jumping spiders display rapid eye movement (REM), which is typicall...
11 Sep, 2023, 11.34 PM IST
REM sleep is magical. Experts explain how it makes us better learners & more creativeYour brain paralyses the muscles in your arms and legs, preventing you from acting out your dreams.
19 Mar, 2023, 10.50 AM IST
Do octopuses have dreams too? Yes, tiny ones, most likelyMost human dreaming also comes during REM sleep - so might this also be the case for the eight-limbed molluscs?
26 Mar, 2021, 06.41 PM IST
Having sleepless nights? It can adversely impact the brainThere are basically two types of sleep, each tied to specific brain waves and neuronal activity.
19 Sep, 2020, 05.51 PM IST
Sometimes I wake up in the middle of the night and can't move - here's whyWhile people can dream in any stage, REM is the most closely associated with vivid dreams, the type that seem real.
12 Feb, 2015, 03.59 PM IST