‘Electronic’ scalp tattoos could be next big thing in brain monitoring
Electrodes can now be printed onto the scalp to measure brain activity.
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Virtual reality biofeedback effectively reduces depression and anxiety symptoms, study finds
New groundbreaking research, published in the Journal of Affective Disorders finds that virtual reality (VR)-based biofeedback is effective in reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety. Traditional biofeedback has been used to help individuals regulate physiological responses, but struggles to maintain…
2,100-year-old temple from ancient Egypt discovered hidden in cliff face
The temple is located close to Luxor and was possibly dedicated to the lion-headed goddess Repit.
Giant hornets have been sighted in Europe for the first time
Four southern giant hornets have turned up in Spain. Similar stingers, known for honeybee attacks, had the Pacific Northwest on edge a few years ago.
Researchers reveal what men and women envy in each other — and discover a new form of envy
A recent study published in Frontiers in Psychology sheds light on what men and women envy in each other, revealing that envy often reflects broader social and biological disparities between the sexes. The research found that women tend to envy…
Cyber Monday cybers into view, and we’ve got all the cyber deals
I hope everyone survived the weekend shopping experience and no one was eaten by ravening bands of deal-hunting nomads as they trekked through Macy’s, or whatever people who actually go outside on Black Friday have to endure. Things are mostly…
Scientists Say: Sundog
Sundog (noun, Suhn Dahg) Sundogs are bright flares of light that can appear on either side of the sun in the sky. They form when incoming sunlight bends, or refracts off tiny, prism-shaped ice crystals in the atmosphere. Because of…
As the climate warms, polar bears are facing more germs
Polar bears are facing more and more challenges as the climate warms. Most of these problems relate to the bears’ waning wintery habitats. But increasingly, they also may be infected with germs and parasites, a new study finds. Compared to…
To clear loops, Sonic the Hedgehog must hit the right speed
Sonic isn’t your typical hedgehog. He boasts incredible superspeed that lets him launch off springs, sprint over water and even clear loop-de-loops. In the Sonic the Hedgehog games, our favorite blue hedgehog runs through these loops to complete levels. If…
Babylonian tablet preserves student’s 4,000-year-old geometry mistake
A small clay tablet from the site of Kish in Iraq reveals a student calculated the area of a triangle incorrectly 4,000 years ago.
Are left-wing people more altruistic? The answer might be more complicated than you think
Are left-wing political beliefs linked to greater kindness and generosity? A new study published in Social Psychological and Personality Science explores this question, examining how political orientation influences prosociality—the willingness to help others. While left-leaning individuals were found to have…
1,500-year-old riches and more than 100 weapons found under Iron Age chieftain’s house
Archaeologists in Denmark have recovered dozens of lances, spears, swords and knives along with a set of chainmail from an Iron Age chieftain’s house.
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Music-induced neuroplasticity: Implications for dementia treatment
Music is woven into the fabric of our everyday lives. Whether it’s lifting our spirits, pushing us to run faster or soothing us to sleep, we can all recognise its power. So it’s no wonder it is increasingly being used…
Time moves faster on the moon, new study of Einstein’s relativity shows
Using Einstein’s theory of general relativity, physicists found that clocks on the moon would run 56 microseconds faster than clocks on Earth. That finding will help future lunar missions navigate.
Depression recovery: Emotional shifts often precede behavioral changes, study shows
Understanding how people recover from depression is key to improving treatments. A new study published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology has found that emotional and cognitive changes often occur together during therapy, while behavioral improvements, like increased…
Younger individuals more likely to endorse conspiracy beliefs
Recent research has found that endorsement of conspiracy beliefs tends to decrease slightly with age. Stronger conspiracy beliefs among young people may be explained by their predisposition toward unconventional styles of political participation, lower self-esteem, and general resentment of politics.…
Canada wants your help to name its 1st moon rover
Canada will soon roll a rover onto the moon, and you can help name the pioneering machine.
Psilocybin therapy offers relief from multiple psychiatric symptoms in cancer patients
New research published in Nature Mental Health indicates that psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy may offer comprehensive mental health benefits for individuals experiencing cancer-related distress. The study found that this treatment not only reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression but also reduced interpersonal…
Supermassive black hole binary emits unexpected flares
What happens when a gargantuan cloud of gas swallows a pair of monster black holes with their own appetites? Feasting on the gas can cause some weird (heavenly) bodily functions. AT 2021hdr is a binary supermassive black hole (BSMBH) system…
Meet ‘Chameleon’ – an AI model that can protect you from facial recognition thanks to a sophisticated digital mask
A new AI model can mask a personal image without destroying its quality, which will help to protect your privacy.
Space photo of the week: James Webb telescope spots a secret star factory in the Sombrero Galaxy
This week, the James Webb Space Telescope zooms in on the iconic Sombrero Galaxy, revealing the first-ever mid-infrared observations of the hat-shaped wonder.
“Political contamination” can affect everyday choices in surprising ways
t turns out that your political views might influence more than your vote—they could even change how you feel about chocolate. A new study published in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin reveals that people rate products less favorably when they…
Can you get high from poppy seeds?
Poppy seeds come from the same plant that’s used to make opium and morphine. So can they get you high?
Mass extinctions make life ‘bounce back stronger,’ controversial study suggests
Large-scale disruptions to life may ultimately increase ecological complexity over geologic timescales, though the risk of extinction always looms.
Black Friday Apple laptop deal 2024: Save almost 25% on the latest MacBook Air at Amazon right now
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Forget Black Friday — we think you should buy this fitness tracker at full price instead!
Black Friday discounts are all very well, but this Coros Pace 3 smartwatch is one the best value running watches on the market, even without Black Friday or Cyber Monday.
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This powerful MacBook Pro has $400 off this Black Friday weekend
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Women’s interest in strong men adapts to environmental cues of potential threat
Research published in the Scandinavian Journal of Psychology finds that cues to ambient darkness decrease women’s willingness to engage with physically strong men. Throughout evolutionary history, physical threats have driven humans to develop perceptual systems that identify potential dangers in…
Groundbreaking “hate universe” study reveals links to billions in mainstream communities
Online hate communities are not confined to isolated corners of the internet. In a new study published in npj Complexity shows how these groups are increasingly intersecting with mainstream online spaces. Using advanced tools to map the online “hate universe,”…
‘It’s hard not to believe he saw something’: Historian Greg Eghigian on how UFOs took over the world
An artist’s impression of UFOs appearing over a small town.
Did alien life exist in hot water on Mars billions of years ago?
Was alien life in “hot water” on Mars billions of years ago? New evidence from the Martian meteorite “Black Beauty” suggests so.
Depressed individuals take less joy in surprising good outcomes
A study conducted on college students in Florida found that individuals with depression experience less joy from surprising positive outcomes compared to non-depressed individuals. When these students received better grades on a midterm exam than they expected, their positive emotional…
How should we treat beings that might be sentient?
If you aren’t yet worried about the multitude of ways you inadvertently inflict suffering onto other living creatures, you will be after reading The Edge of Sentience by Jonathan Birch. And for good reason. Birch, a Professor of Philosophy at…
Re-engineering where body meets machine
Editor in chief Nancy Shute dives into growing research efforts to re-engineer the body to improve how it interacts with prosthetic devices.
Readers ask about glowing bat toes and a rare particle decay
Toe-tally mysterious Hairs on the toes of Mexican free-tailed bats light up under ultraviolet light, but the reason is unknown, Jason Bittel reported in “Mexican free-tailed bats’ toes glow in the dark” (SN: 8/28/24). Reader Eleanor Peterson asked if the…
Moon landing quiz: How quickly can you name all 12 Apollo astronauts that walked on the moon?
An astronaut walks on the moon with a rover behind them
Ozempic-like drugs may treat alcohol addiction, study finds
A study using Swedish patient data found anti-obesity drugs were linked with fewer hospitalizations related to alcohol use, adding to a body of work suggesting these drugs could potentially be used to manage addiction.
Beware of #adhdtest: Inaccurate ADHD content is dominating TikTok, study finds
A recent analysis published in Australasian Psychiatry uncovered alarming trends in ADHD-related content on TikTok. Researchers examined videos tagged with #adhdtest and found that 92% of them contained misleading information. Despite their inaccuracy, these videos significantly outperformed accurate content in…
How much can your stomach expand after a big meal?
The stomach can grow in size after you eat, but by how much?
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Code found online exploits LogoFAIL to install Bootkitty Linux backdoor
Researchers have discovered malicious code circulating in the wild that hijacks the earliest stage boot process of Linux devices by exploiting a year-old firmware vulnerability when it remains unpatched on affected models. The critical vulnerability is one of a constellation…
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The Garmin Forerunner 165 is a superb watch for runners and this Black Friday it is reduced by $50
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Save $400 on one of the best Windows laptops we’ve seen this year
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