The Latest Breaking News from Behavior

Automakers Are Quietly Halting Weekly OTA Updates

Fewer, higher-impact over-the-air updates reshape how connected vehicles evolve, shifting focus from constant infotainment tweaks to deeper behavior and reliability changes.

Motor1 · Aug 7

French proverb of the day: 'Bees touch no...' Life lessons from motivational proverb on natural attraction, opportunities, success, vitality, substance, character, social attention and relationships

French proverb of the day brings attention to the traditional saying, "Bees touch no fading flowers." The proverb explains how people are often drawn toward growth, purpose, and opportunity. It uses the behavior of bees in nature to explain human choices in relationships, work, success, and social life. The saying…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Quote of the day by Martha Nussbaum: 'Knowledge is no guarantee of good behavior, but ignorance is a virtual guarantee of bad behavior' and how our education system forgot the second half

Martha Nussbaum emphasizes that possessing technical skills isn't synonymous with ethical conduct. She points out that ignorance, whether intentional or overlooked, can lead to detrimental choices. Today's educational systems may churn out proficient employees but often lack the essential elements of critical thinking and empathy. The humanities, she argues, play…

The Times of India · Aug 6

Psychology says people touch their face for more reasons than nervousness

Psychology says people touch their faces for far more reasons than nervousness alone. While face touching may sometimes accompany stress or uncertainty, it can also appear during concentration, routine habits or moments of thoughtful reflection. Instead of treating one gesture as a reliable clue about someone's emotions, psychologists encourage looking…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Joey Swoll Intervenes After Influencer Repeatedly Shames People For Looking At Her While Filming In Public

One netizen wrote, “This is such main character syndrome and attention-seeking behavior.”

Bored Panda · Aug 6

“Karen” Blocks Private Bike Trail Like She Owns The Place, Changes Tune When Actual Owner Appears

Guy is shocked after finding a random mom on a private mountain biking trail trying to reserve the area and childproof the lanes for her kid. She loses it when confronted about her actions and tries to claim she is allowed to use the space, until the owner finally puts…

Bored Panda · Aug 6

Why Casinos Are Using AI to Spot Suspicious Player Behavior

A casino can no longer rely only on cameras, guards, dealers, and staff watching players across the floor.

inkl · Aug 6

Researchers in Japan uncover what helps the brain stay motivated when life gets harder

Brain motivation: Researchers identified orexin neurons as key to sustained motivation during demanding tasks. These brain cells help maintain goal-directed behavior when increased effort is required. Studies with genetically modified rats demonstrated orexin neurons' direct influence on motivation levels. Activity in these neurons increased with anticipated rewards and required effort.

The Economic Times · Aug 5

"Baldur's Gate 3 is now cancelled": Larian stream smacked down over "violation" for "Body Exposure and Sexualized Behaviors," which feels like high praise for an RPG

"Oopsie"

GamesRadar · Aug 5

They once condemned bad behavior in the House. Now, it’s ‘not my business’

Four months ago, calls denouncing misconduct came swiftly, and all at once. Now, it’s near silence. Allegations surrounding two House Republicans reached a fever pitch this week, as Rep. Chuck Edwards of North Carolina dropped out of his reelection campaign due to a report detailing “inappropriate conduct” toward two female…

Roll Call · Aug 5