A bad night’s sleep does even more damage than we first thought Participants were classed as having chronic insomnia if their medical records contained at least two insomnia diagnoses a month apart The Independent UK · Sep 21, 2025
Scottish DJ JD Twitch, one half of duo Optimo, dies aged 57 It comes months after he announced he had been diagnosed with an untreatable brain tumour. Evening Standard · Sep 20, 2025
'After a sudden stroke at 45, I wasn't sure I'd ever speak again. Now I'm back broadcasting F1' – Jennie Gow opens up on her battle Jennie Gow shares her journey to recovery after a serious stroke left her unable to speak Woman & Home · Sep 20, 2025
JD Twitch, esteemed Scottish DJ in duo Optimo, dies aged 57 The producer and DJ, real name Keith McIvor, had been diagnosed with an untreatable brain tumour earlier this year The Guardian - UK · Sep 20, 2025
I’m a bioacoustics researcher. This is what babies’ cries really tell us Many parents feel immense pressure to become ‘cry experts’ The Independent UK · Sep 20, 2025
Hand vs machine: What’s the future of print design in fashion? From painting florals to scanning brains Creative Bloq · Sep 20, 2025
How do weight loss medications affect our relationship with food? From reduced hunger to a changing palate, weight loss jabs can alter our experience and enjoyment of food The Guardian - UK · Sep 20, 2025
Poor sleep may nudge the brain toward dementia, researchers find Staring at the ceiling while the clock blinks 3am doesn’t only sap energy for the next day. A large, long-running US study of older adults has now linked chronic insomnia to changes inside the brain that set the stage for dementia. The Conversation · Sep 19, 2025
‘Mileage clock’ found inside brain could help diagnose Alzheimer’s Researchers found cells that ‘fired’ in pattern that mirrored mileage clock by ticking along with distance travelled The Independent UK · Sep 19, 2025
Naming and categorizing objects is part of how young kids develop executive function skills – new research Parents of young children probably recognize the hectic mornings filled with reminding the kids to eat breakfast, brush their teeth and put on their shoes – and hurry up, you’re gonna be late! The Conversation · Sep 19, 2025
Why Do Some People Spend More When They Feel Lonely Loneliness can sneak up like a shadow, and for some people, it shows up in their shopping carts. A new pair of sneakers, an overpriced candle, or that gadget no one really needs suddenly feels like a must-have. Spending when lonely isn’t random—it’s a coping mechanism that blends psychology, emotion,… Everybody Loves Your Money · Sep 19, 2025
Top 5 Fastest Ways To Make Extra Money Using Your Own Brain Here are the top five fastest ways to make extra income by using your own skills, wits, and the power of your own brain. GOBankingRates · Sep 19, 2025
Plastic from takeaway containers may fuel Alzheimer’s risk, study warns Mice carrying Alzheimer’s susceptibility genes showed signs of the condition on exposure to microplastics The Independent UK · Sep 19, 2025
Giants’ Jaxson Dart Asked Eli Manning for a Very New York Favor Before NFL Season The Giants rookie wanted to pick Manning's brain about a certain restaurant in the Big Apple. Sports Illustrated · Sep 18, 2025
The Conversation · Sep 18, 2025 Concussion, identity loss, depression: boxing’s toughest opponent isn’t in the ring – it’s mental health Ricky Hatton’s death has reignited an all-too-familiar conversation about mental health in sport. Hatton had spoken openly about his long battle with depression, as well as the drug and alcohol addiction that began after his 2007 defeat to Floyd Mayweather.
Bored Panda · Sep 18, 2025 “Trust Your Gut Feeling”: Scientist Suggest Precognition May Be Real In Haunting New Evidence "Every time I ignored it, the consequences were dramatic."
Grocery Coupon Guide · Sep 18, 2025 How Grocery Stores Use “Sensory Overload” to Make You Spend More A grocery store is not just a place with shelves; it is a carefully engineered sensory experience. Retail psychologists know that when our brains are overwhelmed with sights, sounds, and smells, our rational decision-making skills decline. This state of “sensory overload” makes us more susceptible to impulse buys and less…
LiveScience · Sep 18, 2025 Tiny 'brains' grown in the lab could become conscious and feel pain — and we're not ready Lab-grown brain tissue is too simple to experience consciousness, but as innovation progresses, neuroscientists question whether it's time to revisit the ethics of this line of research.
Autosport · Sep 18, 2025 GB3 race winner Macintyre steps back from racing after cancer diagnosis The former Ginetta Junior and British Formula 4 runner-up has begun treatment for brain and lung cancer but is determined to get back on track
The Conversation · Sep 18, 2025 A cold shock to ease the burn − how brief stress can help your brain reframe a tough workout When you lift weights, walk up a steep hill or ride a bike, your body is continuously sending sensory signals to your brain. These signals paint a picture of the physical sensation of what you’re doing. Your brain then takes these signals and filters them through your past experience, goals,…
Euronews · Sep 18, 2025 Russia's indoctrination of Ukrainian children 'industrial', officials say Russia has applied the same principles in brainwashing Ukrainian children as it did to its military-industrial complex, Ukrainian officials told Euronews, following the latest report by Yale HRL about Russia’s “unprecedented system" of indoctrination of Ukrainian children.
Tom’s Hardware · Sep 18, 2025 China targets brain computer interface race with new standard — groundwork could lead to breakthroughs as soon as 2027 China appears to be moving fast to establish itself as a brain computer interface (BCI) leader, and officials have just published a new medical industry standard.
MusicRadar · Sep 18, 2025 “It’s pretty rancid! That brain mulching sound they put on vocals makes me feel slightly sick”: The Divine Comedy’s Neil Hannon isn’t a fan of modern pop music He recorded his new album Abbey Road, but says that "I don’t believe that Syd Barrett’s hand is on your shoulder or John Lennon is guiding your fingers across the piano"
The Independent UK · Sep 18, 2025 ‘Brain-eating amoeba’ kills 19 people in India’s Kerala Naegleria fowleri is found in warm freshwater such as lakes, ponds, rivers, and contaminated soil
Evening Standard · Sep 18, 2025 The surprising health benefits of nicotine Stub out those Vogues! But don't ditch nicotine, says biohacking expert