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“How Far Can You Get?”: 18 General Knowledge Questions That Go From Easy To Hard

We prepared 18 general knowledge questions that range from common-sense basics to complete “rocket science”. Spanning history, geography, science, art, and literature, this quiz will challenge every corner of your brain. While some of the early questions will feel familiar to most people, the difficulty will increase quickly as you…

Bored Panda · Jul 17

58 Times People Required Someone To Explain The Joke And The Internet Delivered (New Pics)

The feeling of not understanding something that has the whole group cracking up is so embarrassing. Maybe the person telling the story uses a few words you aren't familiar with or drops a reference you've never heard of, but before you know it, everyone's laughing and you're just sitting there…

Bored Panda · Jul 17

Opioid Withdrawal May Damage the Brain Beyond Neurons as Scientists Identify New Treatment Target

New research suggests opioid withdrawal may damage the brain beyond neurons by disrupting myelin-producing cells. The findings could open new avenues for treating addiction and supporting recovery.

Medical Daily · Jul 17

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The Axolotl Can Regrow Its Own Heart, And Scientists Are Studying It to Understand Human Healing

A creature that does not scarCut off an axolotl's leg and it grows back. Not approximately, the bone, muscle, nerves, and skin return in the correct arrangement, fully functional, within weeks. The same happens with its heart muscle after damage, with segments of its spinal cord after injury, and with…

Times Life · Jul 17

Sleeping Less Than 7 Hours a Week Wrecks Your Decision-Making and Judgment More Than You Realise

Your Brain Lies to You About How Impaired You AreThe most dangerous thing about sleeping less than 7 hours is not the tiredness. It is the confidence. A landmark study by Hans Van Dongen at the University of Pennsylvania tracked participants restricted to 6 hours of sleep per night for…

Times Life · Jul 17

3 Bedtime Habits Quietly Wrecking Your Sleep Quality and Melatonin Levels Every Night

The Screen That Tells Your Brain It's Still NoonThe blue light emitted by phone and laptop screens suppresses melatonin production, the hormone your body uses to signal that sleep is due. A study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found that reading on a light-emitting device…

Times Life · Jul 17

Using Alcohol to Cope with Stress in Early Adulthood May Permanently Alter How Your Brain Handles Future Stress

New 2026 research finds stress-driven drinking in early adulthood may permanently damage brain circuitry linked to decision-making, relapse, and cognitive decline.

Medical Daily · Jul 17

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The Alzheimer's Protein Long Blamed for Dementia May Actually Be Critical for Memory, Scientists Find

Flinders University study in Nature Communications finds tau is essential for long-term memory formation — not just Alzheimer's pathology. What this means for drug development.

Medical Daily · Jul 17

Woman sells home to pay for brain cancer treatment unavailable on NHS

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The Independent UK · Jul 17

Woman sells house to fund fight against aggressive brain cancer

Jo Fuller was diagnosed with glioblastoma after collapsing while on holiday in Australia.

Evening Standard · Jul 16

Scots mother with incurable brain cancer treasuring every moment with young sons

Kim Borthwick, 36, has joined the Brain Cancer Justice campaign group, saying she wants to make a difference for those who come after her.

Evening Standard · Jul 16

‘I have brain cancer. I never imagined I’d have to sell my home to fight for my life’

Jo Fuller, 51, said it was one of the ‘hardest decisions’ she had ever made but was her only hope of accessing treatment that may give her more time

The Independent UK · Jul 16

Psychology says people who like to read a copy of a newspaper along with a cup of tea everyday in morning aren't avoiding change: What this daily habit may reveal?

Psychology says people who like to read a copy of a newspaper along with a cup of tea everyday in morning aren't following an outdated habit. Psychology suggests this routine may support focus, reduce stress, improve information processing, and create a stable start to the day. Reading a newspaper with…

The Economic Times · Jul 16

No evidence mobile phones cause brain cancer – new study

Electromagnetic waves are everywhere. They’re the reason you can hear music when you turn on the radio, use wi-fi, find your way using satellite navigation, and make calls on a mobile phone.

The Conversation · Jul 16

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TechRadar · Jul 16

China beats Elon Musk’s Neuralink to the world’s first commercial brain-computer interface implant — car crash victim given coin-sized chip that turns neural signals into hand movements

Regulatory approval of brain implants in China mean they can now be fixed to the brains of anyone who wants to try them.

The Economic Times · Jul 16

Psychology says people who drink too much coffee every day may be seeking more than just caffeine

For many people, coffee represents far more than a source of caffeine. It becomes a comforting ritual, a productivity cue, a social tradition, or simply a familiar part of everyday life.

The Independent UK · Jul 16

Man caught in MBTA escalator died from brain injuries after he was strangled by his clothes, shocking report reveals

It took more than 20 minutes for a MBTA employee to stop the escalator

The Economic Times · Jul 16

Psychology says people who like to watch a movie after a long day of work aren't avoiding life: What this habit may reveal?

Psychology says people who like to watch a movie after a long day of work aren't always trying to escape from reality. Psychology explains that this habit can help the brain recover from mental effort, reduce stress, support emotional balance, and improve relaxation. Research also suggests that planned leisure activities,…

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The Economic Times · Jul 16

Psychology says people who are terrified of injections and needles aren’t dramatic, they may be anticipating pain more than actual pain

Psychology says people who fear injections may be responding to pain anticipation and uncertainty, rather than a lack of courage. These responses are common and understandable, especially if someone has had negative medical experiences in the past.

The Economic Times · Jul 16

Psychology says people who feel like breaking things when they're angry may be responding to frustration and the brain's threat system

Psychology suggests that having aggressive thoughts does not automatically mean someone is violent or dangerous. Many people experience fleeting aggressive impulses or intrusive thoughts during moments of intense stress, frustration, or emotional arousal without ever acting on them. Thoughts alone are not the same as intentions or behavior.

The Guardian - UK · Jul 16

Brain implant helps paralysed man to feed himself and drink from cup

Keith Thomas can move arms and hands, and feel sensation of touch after ‘double neural bypass’ and months of training

Metal Hammer · Jul 16

Members of Tool, Pearl Jam, Korn, Garbage, Fugazi, Bikini Kill among artists donating to online fundraiser to help cover L7 bassist Jennifer Finch's medical expenses following brain cancer diagnosis

Musicians rally around L7 bassist following recent diagnosis with an aggressive form of brain cancer.

The Economic Times · Jul 16

Psychology says people who listen to the same song on repeat are not unhealthy, they may be looking for familiarity and comfort

A common concern is that listening to the same song over and over might be unhealthy. Psychology suggests that this is usually not the case. For most people, replaying a favorite song is a normal way to regulate emotions, find comfort, enhance enjoyment, or reconnect with memories and experiences that…

The Economic Times · Jul 16

Quote of the Day by Erwin Rommel: “Sweat saves blood, blood saves lives, but...” — why preparation matters, but intelligent decisions matter even more; timeless lessons on strategic thinking, leadership, discipline, and decision-making from the renowned German field marshal during World War II

Some lessons never lose their power, no matter how much the world changes. Today’s Quote of the Day comes from Erwin Rommel: “Sweat saves blood, blood saves lives, but brains save both.” In just a few words, it explains why preparation is important—but smart thinking matters even more. It's a…

Medical Daily · Jul 16

West Nile Season Opens at a 22-Year High with 38 of 48 Cases Already Involving Brain Disease

CDC confirms 48 West Nile cases by June 30, 2026 — 38 involving brain disease. The earliest severe start in 22 years, with peak season still ahead. What to know now.

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