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Scientists measure exact speed of human thought and the results are surprising

Brain processes signals from sensory organs at only about 10 bits per second, researchers say

The Independent UK

From lab to life - atomic-scale memristors pave the way for brain-like AI and next-gen computing power

Research on atomically tunable memristors aims to advance neuromorphic computing.

TechRadar

Davina McCall shows off scar after brain tumour surgery

The presenter drew back her hair to show a shaved line that stretched across the front of her head, near her hairline.

Evening Standard

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Optical illusion: Only a true 'Squid Game' fan can spot the five guards with triangle masks

Test your observation skills with this exciting brain teaser! Your task is to spot five guards wearing masks with triangles on them. At first glance, it may seem simple, but with all the guards dressed in identical uniforms and packed closely together, the challenge quickly becomes tricky.

The Times of India

You could be stress eating these holidays – or eating your way to stress. 5 tips for the table

The holiday season can be a time of joy, celebration, and indulgence in delicious foods and meals. However, for many, it can also be an emotional and stressful period.

The Conversation

Father who spent 16 weeks in hospital with fractured skull home for Christmas

Scott Gold was in an induced coma for five weeks after suffering a ‘significant skull fracture’ on a night out.

The Independent UK

Brain teaser: Only those with sharp observation power can find mistakes in this vintage cartoon picture

At first glance, a black-and-white image of a 1950s family scene appears perfectly normal. The picture depicts a mother enjoying tea with her children at the dining table, while the father sits comfortably on the sofa, reading his newspaper beside a toddler playing with a teddy bear.

The Times of India

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Why worry about your body falling apart at 44 or 60 when you could fret about your brain at 58 or 70?

What’s more depressing than the thought of a long, slow decline in health? The thought of several short, sharp declines, writes Guardian columnist Emma Beddington

The Guardian - UK

How the first 1000 days make preschool education critical for lifelong learning and what should be parents contribution

The initial days of a child's life plays a very crucial role in brain development, laying the foundation for cognitive, social, and emotional growth. According to UNICEF, 32.2% of Indian children between the ages of three and four have low Early Child Development Index (ECDI) scores, showing notable developmental gaps…

The Times of India

Ouch! Solving the riddle of pain

We all know what hurts, but why is it so difficult to describe? Emma Cook meets the neurologists attempting to answer one of medicine’s hardest questions

The Guardian - UK

Ian Heinisch details how brain injuries forced UFC retirement

In a sport where brain injuries often occur but are seldom discussed, Ian Heinisch opens up about the issues that forced his UFC retirement.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Researchers Shed Light On The Mysterious Role Of The Brain In Muscle Fatigue

Muscle weakness and fatigue are common symptoms in multiple diseases, ranging from bacterial and viral infections to chronic disorders and neurodegenerative conditions. But why?

Inverse

‘At 98, I wouldn’t be so sharp without puzzles’: do crosswords and quizzes really boost your brain power?

We’re told that they give us a mental workout, but the evidence suggests it’s a bit more complicated …

The Guardian - UK

Feeling frazzled RN? Your fail-safe guide to how to boost calm, any place, any time

Top pros share how they keep their cool.

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The Conversation

Octopuses and their relatives are a new animal welfare frontier − here’s what scientists know about consciousness in these unique creatures

We named him Squirt – not because he was the smallest of the 16 cuttlefish in the pool, but because anyone with the audacity to scoop him into a separate tank to study him was likely to get soaked. Squirt had notoriously accurate aim.

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Teen Ignores Sister’s Warning About Babysitting, Makes A Mistake That Lands Her And Toddler In ER

A mother is withdrawing college funds and kicking her sister out after she caused her toddler's concussion. The post Teen Ignores Sister’s Warning About Babysitting, Makes A Mistake That Lands Her And Toddler In ER first appeared on Bored Panda.

Evening Standard

Davina McCall shares brain tumour surgery recovery update as she admits to private healthcare privilege

McCall reflects on her life-saving surgery and urges others to prioritise health checks

The Conversation

The ‘choking game’ and other challenges amplified by social media can come with deadly consequences

The “choking game” has potentially deadly consequences, as players are challenged to temporarily strangle themselves by restricting oxygen to the brain. It sounds terrifying, but rough estimates suggest that about 10% of U.S. teenagers may have played this type of game at least once.

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The Independent UK

6 mind sports to exercise your brain and keep you sharp

These brain-boosting activities are great for the whole family.

The Guardian - AU

In the spirit of both Zen and Christmas holidays, I’ve decided to become a digital dropout

This year I am adapting my own rituals – and with them, hopefully, the landscape of my brain - as the ultimate gift to myself

The Conversation

Yoga has many health benefits as you age – but is it also the secret to longevity?

Yoga has been linked to numerous health benefits. But is it also the secret to a long life? This is what Daisy Taylor, a centenarian from Chelmsford, England, reports.

The Guardian - UK

There’s little evidence of a ‘brain microbiome’

Letters: Prof Mark Pallen, Dr Aimee Parker, Prof Nick Loman and Prof Alan Walker take issue with an article that discussed the existence of a brain microbiome and its impact on diseases

The Independent UK

Sabrina Carpenter's songwriter Amy Allen writes the pop music stuck in your head

Amy Allen might not yet be a household name, but her work lives in your brain rent free

Latin Times

No Jail for Woman Who Left Scared Little Boy with Brain Injury Alone in the Woods with No Food or Water

A woman who abandoned a young boy overnight in the woods, leaving him with serious injuries, avoided jail despite the severity of her actions.

The Guardian - AU

We asked readers about taking antidepressants. The response points to a ‘silent epidemic’ and urgent need for reform

Out of 776 responders to our callout, 711 say they experienced withdrawal symptoms, many debilitating

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