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Psychology says people who are never happy with their haircuts may be noticing more than just their appearance, their brains may be noticing every tiny detailPsychology says people who are rarely satisfied with their haircuts may be affected by expectation bias, self-discrepancy theory, loss aver...
Wednesday quote of the day: George Orwell’s thought-provoking lesson on truth, memory and power may change the way you see the worldGeorge Orwell's quote of the day: George Orwell's chilling words from "1984" resonate powerfully today: "Who controls the past controls the...
"You'll understand at my age": Bengaluru techie asks why boss bought Rs 1.5 crore flat instead of a bigger hometown houseA Bengaluru techie's query about his manager buying a Rs 1.5 crore flat instead of a larger hometown house ignited a social media debate. R...
Bengaluru techie explains why people stay despite traffic, high rents and water shortagesA Bengaluru tech professional's viral video explains the city's enduring appeal despite its challenges. He argues that professionals stay b...
Indian restaurant in Vietnam accuses Indian family of vandalism, threatening staff over child's behaviourAn Indian restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City has accused a family of Indian tourists of vandalism and threatening staff after a dispute over a ...
Why do people smoke? The psychology, science and social reasons say those who smoke despite knowing the health risks aren't just chasing nicotine, they may be seeking...Why do people smoke despite knowing the health risks? Explore the science, psychology and social factors behind smoking addiction, and nico...
Why do people hate? Understanding the psychology behind hatredHatred, a potent emotion, often arises from fear of the unknown, past hurts, jealousy, and group identity. Misunderstandings and a desire f...
Australia to give regulator more power to pursue Big Tech over under-16 banPrime Minister Anthony Albanese said there were still too many children on social media and tech firms were not doing enough to comply with...
The US lags other countries in social media restrictions for kids, but a reform push is growingTwo mothers, Amy Neville and Kristin Bride, are spearheading a movement for stronger online child safety after losing their sons to social ...
Australia toughens kids' social media ban, doubles potential penalties for tech firmsAustralia is doubling penalties for tech firms failing to enforce its child social media ban, as evidence shows limited impact on teen usag...
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...
Australia pledges tougher enforcement of social media ban for teensAustralia is strengthening laws to ban social media for under-16s, despite initial challenges in enforcement. Prime Minister Albanese vows ...
BJP revamps UP unit ahead of 2027 polls, replaces all six regional chiefsThe BJP has reshuffled its Uttar Pradesh organizational team, appointing new regional presidents and key office-bearers to bolster its pres...
Psychologists say people who feel attached to celebrities aren't always obsessed, they may be responding to a powerful mental habitResearch suggests that people who feel emotionally connected to celebrities, influencers, or media personalities are not necessarily obsess...
‘A photograph can become a memory, a song can become an emotion’: Anupam Kher shares what he loves about social mediaVeteran actor Anupam Kher believes social media's true value lies in its humane potential. He highlighted how a simple post can foster conn...
In major organisational rejig, BJP announces new office bearers in UPAhead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh assembly elections, the BJP has revamped its state unit, appointing new office bearers and replacing all si...
Australia teen social media ban has little impact: researchAustralia's social media ban for under 16s has had little impact on teenagers' scrolling habits, researchers said Thursday in one of the fi...
Psychology says people who stop posting their personal lives on social media aren't antisocial; they may be becoming more secureTaking a step back from sharing on social media is not a sign of isolation but a transformative move towards self-affirmation and sincere c...
Online: Two-thirds of Indians (66%) have encountered a health or wellness scam: McAfee Health & Wellness researchNew research from McAfee reveals a surge in health scams targeting Indians, particularly young adults. Scammers are exploiting influencer t...
Who is Abelardo De La Espriella? Trump-admiring millionaire lawyer with ties to Álvaro Uribe wins Colombia's presidencyColombia has elected nationalist lawyer Abelardo De La Espriella as its next president, defeating left-wing senator Iván Cepeda. Nicknamed ...