Just two doses of new nasal spray found to slow brain ageing and restore memory Nasal spray could ‘redefine’ what it means to grow old, scientists say The Independent UK · Apr 22
Scientists Link GDF‑15 From the Placenta to Severe Nausea and Hyperemesis Gravidarum in Pregnancy Discover how GDF‑15 from the placenta drives pregnancy hormones linked to severe nausea and hyperemesis gravidarum, and how new research may transform understanding and care. Medical Daily · Apr 22
A Neuroscientist Told Me to "Let It Be"—and The Mental Reframe Taught Me a Lot About Joy, Anxiety and Control If you're someone who over-analyses—let the science explain why, plus how to finally stop it. Marie Claire · Apr 22
“Can You Even Trust Your Eyes?”: Test Your Recognition Skills With 29 Blurred-Out Objects Object recognition isn’t just about crystal-clear images. Your brain can identify everyday objects using shapes, contrast, lighting, and other context clues, even when the finer details are heavily blurred. This challenge will push your visual perception, pattern recognition, and attention to detail to the limit. In this quiz, you’ll face… Bored Panda · Apr 22
115 Pics That Look Like A Glitch In The Matrix Until You Pay Close Attention (New Pics) If you’ve ever been to a magic show, you know how easy it is to be fooled. But the same thing can happen when you’re looking at a screen—no tricks required. This list is built around that idea, featuring photos that make real life seem quite strange. Whether it’s perfect… Bored Panda · Apr 22
I thought being scammed once made me immune to it happening again. I was wrong These dodgy operators are very good at the shady work they do: they crank up the terror, drown out the logical part of your brain and then move fast The Guardian - AU · Apr 22
Ellen DeGeneres Allegedly Suffers from 'Uncontrollable Tremors,' 'Going Blind' After Brain Disease Diagnosis: Rumours Debunked Rumours about Ellen DeGeneres' health and alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein are unfounded. Claims of her suffering from a rare brain disease and connections to Epstein lack credible evidence. International Business Times UK · Apr 21
How does imagination really work in the brain? New theory upends what we knew Your brain is currently expending about a fifth of your body’s energy, and almost none of that is being used for what you’re doing right now. Reading these words, feeling the weight of your body in a chair – all of this together barely changes the rate at which your… The Conversation · Apr 21
Women Are Reporting the Same Strange Symptom in 2026—Here’s What Experts Say If you’ve been scrolling through social media or chatting with friends lately, you may have noticed a curious pattern: many women are describing the same vague but unsettling symptom. It’s not something easily pinpointed like a headache or a cold, but rather a mix of brain fog, sudden fatigue, and… Budget and the Bees · Apr 21
Matthew Cossolotto and The Case for Promises as the Ultimate Catalyst for Success Over Traditional Goal-Setting Goals, in his view, tend to remain brain-centered exercises, while promises activate a deeper sense of responsibility. "There's an emotional bond when you make a promise to yourself, to someone you care about, even to something more cosmic," he says. International Business Times · Apr 21
7 Surprising Benefits of Soaked Almonds You Should Not Ignore Healthy living does not always require complicated diets or expensive superfoods. Sometimes, the most effective habits are the simplest ones that fit easily into your daily routine. Eating soaked almonds every morning is one such habit that has been trusted for generations. It combines convenience with powerful nutrition, making it… Times Life · Apr 21
What really controls our appetite – hunger, stress or habit? Knowing the difference between hunger and appetite, and understanding the sensory cues behind them, can help us make better decisions about what we eat The Guardian - UK · Apr 21
Astronauts' brains retain memory of gravity even after months in space, study finds Researchers working with 11 astronauts discovered that even in weightlessness, the brain continues to behave as if gravity is still present - a finding that could impact future space exploration. Euronews · Apr 21
inkl · Apr 21 Do Nootropics Truly Enhance Work Performance? With ingredients like Bacopa Monnieri, Rhodiola Rosea, and L-theanine, natural nootropics have been dubbed the "smart drug," but do these supplements actually improve focus and work performance?
Marie Claire · Apr 21 Trust Me, I’m a Therapist—These Are the Mental Health Habits I Swear By (and the Ones I Skip) Move over, AI, these tips come human-therapist approved.
The Conversation · Apr 21 The NRL has just taken a giant step forward with brain injury prevention. Other leagues must follow In a significant development in the battle against brain injury in sport, teams from the National Rugby League (NRL) and the National Rugby League for Women (NRLW) are now required to restrict the amount of body contact during training sessions.
The Conversation · Apr 21 Coked to the gills? Cocaine-laced wastewater can make salmon roam twice as far Fish or sharks on cocaine might sound like something dreamed up in a Hollywood writers’ room, but the reality is far less entertaining. Increasingly, scientists are detecting cocaine and other powerful drugs in aquatic environments, and even in the brains and bodies of wildlife.
Tom’s Guide · Apr 21 I asked ChatGPT to use Elon Musk’s ‘Relevance Rule’ to fix my memory — and I’m never going back to notes I used ChatGPT to master Elon Musk’s ‘Relevance Rule’ for memory. See the 7 prompts that helped me stop forgetting ideas and finally replace my notes app.
The Conversation · Apr 21 Wondering if you’re a ‘light’ or ‘deep’ sleeper? The science isn’t that simple Not everyone can sleep through rumbling traffic or a spouse’s incessant snoring. If you do, you may pride yourself on being a “deep” or “heavy” sleeper.
The Independent UK · Apr 21 Teen cannabis use linked to slower gains in memory and focus The brain is only about 80% developed in adolescence
BANG Premier · Apr 21 Doogie Howser, M.D. actor Rif Hutton dead aged 73 with cause of death confirmed After a battle with brain cancer, actor Rif Hutton’s family has confirmed he has passed away aged 73.
Budget and the Bees · Apr 20 7 Situations Where Women Should Trust Their Instincts Immediately There’s a quiet voice inside that often knows the truth before logic catches up. Many women have experienced that subtle nudge—sometimes a whisper, sometimes a loud internal alarm—urging them to pay attention. Yet, in a world that often prioritizes politeness over intuition, those instincts can be ignored or second-guessed. Research…
Saving Advice · Apr 20 This Common Dinner Habit Is Linked to a 69% Higher Alzheimer’s Risk—Are You Doing It? Most people focus on what they eat, but new research suggests that when you eat may be just as important—especially for brain health. A growing...
Space · Apr 20 Astronauts face grip strength challenge in space and on Earth, scientists find It turns out that living in space can have a lasting impact on how your brain works, researchers have found.