A symphony of spice and sound: Louisiana’s “Year of Outdoors” theme offers local musical treasure trove and culinary experiencesLouisiana offers a soulful experience through its waterways and vibrant music. Travellers can savour memorable dishes and collect small, se...
14 Jul, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
Psychology says people who can sleep through loud noises aren't necessarily heavy sleepers, they may simply have brains that filter familiar sounds more efficientlyA common assumption is that people who can sleep through loud noises automatically have better or healthier sleep. Psychology and sleep res...
09 Jul, 2026, 02.32 PM IST
Psychology says people who always drink warm water aren't necessarily obsessed with health, they may prefer comfort in familiar routinesPsychology suggests that people who consistently choose warm water aren't necessarily making a statement about health. Sometimes, the small...
09 Jul, 2026, 02.27 PM IST
Why does your cat wait outside the bathroom door? When this behavior is completely normal — and when it deserves attentionThis common cat behavior surprises millions of pet owners, but experts say it usually reflects feline curiosity, attachment, territorial in...
07 Jul, 2026, 07.41 PM IST
Psychology says people who can't sleep without a blanket even when it's hot are not strange: Why the brain associates it with safety, comfort and emotional regulationPsychology suggests that adults who cannot sleep without a blanket, even in warm weather, are rarely being irrational. More often, they are...
27 Jun, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
Psychology says people who keep their AC or thermostat at a fixed temperature may crave control and predictabilityWhy do some people refuse to change their thermostat settings? Psychology suggests the habit may be linked to routine, cognitive efficiency...
27 Jun, 2026, 12.29 PM IST
Psychology says people who only like to buy clothes in stores and not online are not outdated: Why the brain still trusts touch more than algorithmsPsychology suggests that people who prefer buying clothes in physical stores are rarely being old-fashioned. More often, they are respondin...
27 Jun, 2026, 12.26 PM IST
What if the secret to beating distraction has been hidden in the brainstem all along? A new study offers hope for ADHD researchScientists have pinpointed an ancient brain region acting as a "focus switch," crucial for filtering distractions and prioritizing informat...
27 Jun, 2026, 05.36 AM IST
Psychology says people who keep fidgeting with something in their hands are not distracted: Why the brain uses small movements to think, focus and calm itselfPsychology suggests that people who constantly fidget with objects in their hands are rarely being rude, distracted, or impatient. More oft...
25 Jun, 2026, 04.31 PM IST
Psychology says people who always say ‘books are better than movies’ may not be trying to sound intellectual, they may be protecting a world their brains createdPsychology teaches us that personal preferences often reflect deeper emotional and cognitive needs. Choosing to read a book is rarely just ...
24 Jun, 2026, 06.22 PM IST
In 1860, German chemistry PhD Albert Niemann isolated cocaine from coca leaves; the tongue-numbness he noted led to the first local anesthesia 24 years laterA simple observation of numbness from coca leaves led to a medical revolution. Scientists isolated cocaine, revealing its power to block pa...
18 Jun, 2026, 08.24 PM IST
Psychology says people who've remained single by choice don't lack desire for connection; they feel it more intensely than mostIncreasingly, Americans, particularly millennials, are choosing singlehood not as a temporary state but as a deliberate life choice. Resear...
16 Jun, 2026, 06.24 PM IST
MIT researchers channel AI to turn hand gestures into robot training dataRobots are learning to grasp objects with help from a new ultrasound wristband. Developed at MIT, this device captures human muscle and ten...
09 Jun, 2026, 05.39 PM IST
Psychology says people who fall silent in group conversations aren't withdrawn or disengaged; they're processing at a depth most rooms don't recognize, and their silence is often the deepest form of attentionMany people are wrongly labelled as disengaged or not team players simply because they are quiet. Neuroscience reveals that these individua...
06 Jun, 2026, 04.46 PM IST
7 exotic indoor flowering plants that instantly add a touch of luxury and elegance to your homeElevate your home with stunning flowering plants. Orchids, anthuriums, and peace lilies bring colour and sophistication. Bromeliads and cli...
01 Jun, 2026, 08.01 AM IST
In 1908, a woman frustrated with gritty coffee led to the paper filter that changed global morning brewing routines foreverMelitta Bentz sought to improve her personal coffee experience, leading to the invention of the paper coffee filter. This simple yet effect...
26 May, 2026, 02.52 PM IST
Why do cats push objects off edges on purpose?Cats push objects off surfaces not out of spite, but as a scientific experiment to understand cause and effect through physical interaction...
22 May, 2026, 05.35 PM IST