A new look at nervous laughter suggests it’s more than just awkward behavior. It may actually be the brain’s way of regulating overwhelming emotions. Researchers say this strange reaction serves a meaningful purpose.More information: How digital devices shape childhood brain development—what parents need to know
A new study finds that while ChatGPT can breeze through basic engineering homework, it struggles with problems that require critical thinking, raising concerns about what students actually learn when relying on AI.More information: Unusual: ChatGPT on the couch, due to “high levels of anxiety”
A new study reveals that building muscle doesn't depend on whether you eat animal or plant-based protein—or how you space meals—if your protein intake is adequate.More information: Peanut Butter: A Shockingly Good Protein Source? Here's What Experts Reveal!
A new clinical trial shows yoga is just as effective as traditional strength training for reducing knee joint pain, offering patients a holistic alternative for managing osteoarthritis.More information: Did those with long Covid have lower fitness before infection? Smartwatch gives answers
Hawaii’s forests, once teeming with unique native life, now host unfamiliar "freakosystems"—entirely reshaped ecosystems driven by human impact, where native species are nearly nonexistent.More information: Scientists warn: more species are crossing from one side to the other of the Panama Canal and altering ecosystems
Coffee and tea dominate global beverage choices, each boasting powerful antioxidants, cognitive boosts, and chronic disease protection. But which brew truly offers greater health benefits to start your day?More information: Matcha: The 5 benefits of the tea that conquers the world's palates
Three MIT-designed payloads will soon land on the moon’s south pole, gathering data to aid future Artemis astronauts and lunar settlement planning.More information: NASA to drill into the Moon for water for future space missions
Women experience poorer sleep quality than men, with biological, hormonal, and life-role factors playing significant roles. A recent study highlights how menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause impact sleep patterns.More information: Restful sleep: A key defense against unwanted thoughts, recent study reveals
New research reveals how weather conditions—specifically atmospheric pressure and humidity—can influence the spread of COVID-19, providing potential tools for predicting outbreaks and shaping future public health strategies.More information: Breathe easy this school year: A guide to protecting students from pollutants, viruses, and allergens
The KOBE experiment, an initiative focused on finding potentially habitable exoplanets around K-dwarf stars, has made a significant breakthrough with the detection of the KOBE-1 system. More information: Why do stars and planets rotate? Spin, an omnipresent movement in the universe
Ditching processed meats like bacon for nuts and lentils could reduce dementia risk by 20%, according to a new study that sheds light on brain-friendly dietary swaps.More information: Study uncovers the cellular damage driving brain ageing
Meta is transitioning from a third-party fact-checking system to a community-driven approach, empowering users to collaborate on content moderation while prioritizing free expression and reducing content restrictions across its platforms.More information: How much screen time is too much? How to make tech and social media work for us
A groundbreaking study shows that cats can rapidly connect words to images, a skill once thought unique to humans and dogs.More information: Why do dogs lick people? The surprising reasons behind this behavior
MIT engineers unveiled DrivAerNet++, a public dataset of over 8,000 car designs with aerodynamic details. This groundbreaking resource aims to speed up eco-friendly car innovation and AI-driven automotive design.More information: Researchers develop low-cost battery material that could make electric cars cheaper than ever
A USC study found that exposure to air pollution, especially ammonium nitrate, affects memory and learning in children, suggesting potential long-term cognitive risks, including Alzheimer's and dementia.
New research suggests Earth had a Saturn-like ring 466 million years ago, formed by a near-miss asteroid breakup, influencing ancient climates and triggering significant biodiversity events.
A groundbreaking fossil discovery in southern Germany sheds light on the evolution of flying reptiles, revealing key transitional features in a newly discovered species, Skiphosoura bavarica.
Freezing temperatures can bring sky-high heating bills. Stay cozy and save money this winter with practical tips for sealing windows, maintaining your heating system, and upgrading your energy efficiency.
NASA’s Atmospheric Waves Experiment (AWE) captured stunning images of gravity waves generated by Hurricane Helene on September 26, 2024. These waves extend high into Earth's atmosphere and offer valuable insights into how storms impact space weather.
Researchers at the University of Virginia have developed an AI-powered system that detects toxic gases in real-time, using sensors that mimic human smell to identify pollutants with precision.
