Does going to bed early and rising at dawn really make you healthier, smarter, richer, and happier? British cognitive neuroscientist and author Christian Jarrett shares his thoughts on the question.…

Experts are urging regular drinkers to take at least one “dry” month and see the changes that can happen in their bodies. Completely abstaining from alcohol for a month may…

A team at the University of Würzburg in Germany, led by psychologist Alma Scholz, found why men often resist vegetarian or vegan diets: many perceive those diets as unmanly. Both…

Night owls typically earn less than early birds. A team of researchers at the University of Oulu in Finland found an average income gap of about four percent between the…

Researchers recommend taking steps now to improve future well-being by choosing hobbies that bring enjoyment, whether you do them alone or with others. Studies find that people over 65 who…

New research suggests that a diet that’s roughly 50% plant-based could significantly cut greenhouse gas emissions. The authors say that if the global population shifted to a half-vegan diet over…

Now anyone can create their own emojis to show their mood. The possibilities are nearly endless—from angry devil faces to strawberry sloths. You Can Never Have Too Many Emojis Friendly…

Exercising between 7 and 9 a.m. appears to help people lose weight more effectively. A team of researchers from the University of Virginia reached this conclusion after analyzing data from…

Early rising is often touted as a secret to success in interviews with Olympians, top entrepreneurs, and millionaires. So it’s no wonder the idea of shifting your daily rhythm has…

The climate crisis is showing up in unexpected places, including hospitals. Researchers say rising temperatures are linked to more alcohol- and drug-related hospital visits. They argue that hot, sunny days…

Juggling two tasks at once isn’t always an advantage. Research shows that people who text while walking are more likely to suffer serious falls. Even when participants in the study…

Facebook is often described as a social network that can be detrimental to mental health. That view often rests on the idea that the app fosters envy of other people’s…

Researchers say that petting other people’s dogs brings several health benefits. Just five minutes with these furry friends can significantly lower the stress hormone cortisol. At the same time, levels…

Just over two centuries ago, Earth’s population was about 1 billion. In the following century it rose by 600 million, and today it’s roughly 8 billion. That kind of rapid…

Research shows that working at night can impair memory by 79% in middle-aged and older adults. Those who work late into the night have a higher incidence of cognitive disorders…

Researchers analyzed 62 studies on work email and found that responding to messages outside work hours can lower productivity and reduce happiness. They recommend picking a specific time of day…

Smartphones do a lot for us. Social media platforms are optimized for communication and entertainment and designed to grab and hold attention, so it’s easy to get lost in an…

We often assume young people hit their highest peaks in sports and the arts. But peaks in physical and intellectual activity vary with age, and youth isn’t always an advantage.…

Researchers had 72 students complete tasks and two grueling math tests on their own. The results were striking: five-minute breaks more than doubled efficiency and productivity. Students who took these…

During long periods of solitude, many people struggle to keep their minds busy. But people with creative minds often relish the freedom of being in their own mental universe. Creative…

Chances are your kitchen has items that look clean but are actually breeding grounds for germs. How often should you replace kitchen towels, and is it really necessary to bleach…

For many Brits, a hot cup of tea is the go-to stress reliever, a recent survey found. Other popular methods include listening to music, unwinding in front of the TV,…

Smarter Species Have Wiped Out Others Max Tegmark, an MIT physicist and AI researcher, has issued a stark warning about humanity’s future. He points out that, across history, more intelligent…

British researchers conducted the first large-scale study to examine how sleep varies across the population. They found that sleep quality depends not only on where people live but also on…

A new study of Norwegian men finds that those with higher IQs tend to become fathers later than men with lower IQs. Surprisingly, the higher-IQ group also ended up with…

People have long believed alcohol can be beneficial. That idea goes back to ancient Greek healers. But the debate continues over whether alcohol really offers health benefits. A Little Alcohol…

Space exploration has long been a cornerstone of blockbuster science fiction—from the iconic “Interstellar” to “The Martian.” Anyone captivated by the cosmos probably dreams of seeing the universe up close,…

During the Covid-19 pandemic, remote work became the norm for millions. However, a model of a future freelancer created by researchers looks so alarming it might send many workers back…

There are plenty of millionaires, but the people we’re looking at today are some of the most famous—three of them are billionaires in the modern era. Each started from scratch,…

We know regular exercise benefits both mental and physical health. Now researchers have found another reason to stay active: consistent physical activity raises pain tolerance. The Connection Between Physical Activity…

Typical emojis have been around since 1995 and are familiar to anyone on social media. They let people express emotion in digital communication. Today, there are countless emojis, from a…

The most babies are born in September and July, while November, December, and January have the fewest births worldwide. An international team of scientists has published an online heat map…

Claudia Picard-Deland, a lecturer and dream researcher at the University of Montreal in Canada, said, “People around the world and throughout history experience the same dream scenarios.” However, each person…

What matters most when choosing a partner? People of both genders often wonder this while searching for someone to share their life with. There’s a saying: men fall for what…

Summer and heat are nearly synonymous. When temperatures soar above 77°F and the air feels stifling, people get desperate to cool off. That leads to all kinds of theories and…

When people try to shed pounds, they often turn to dieting, gym workouts, or long walks. However, as time passes, noticeable changes often don’t show up. So, what’s stopping you…

Experiments on common fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster) turned up an intriguing result. Researchers at the University of Michigan think the results might also apply to humans. If true, the findings…

According to researchers from the University of Cambridge and the University of Sydney, drinking small to moderate amounts of alcohol may reduce inflammation in the body. But they warned that…

Augmented reality holograms, robotic assistants, 3D-printed transforming walls, obedient screens… All of these, and more, are tools of artificial intelligence embedded in quirky yet practical architectural forms. This reality, which…

Researchers in Australia and Turkey have found a new sign of relationship harmony. Factors such as trust, mood, closeness, and satisfaction have long been considered the keys to happy relationships.…

Spanish archaeologists uncovered perfumes that had hardened over two millennia during excavations at a mausoleum in Seville. The fragrant substance was sealed inside a carved flask made from rock crystal…

A new study by British animal psychologists found that cats are more likely to approach an outstretched hand after they see a human perform a slow blink. It turns out…

Counting sheep every night or sipping alcohol to fall asleep? Those folk remedies are myths. One sleep specialist who calls them out is Dr. Lindsey Browning of the British Sleep…

Scientists haven’t found clear health benefits from drinking alcohol, even in modest amounts. The debate over the harms and possible benefits of moderate drinking has raged for decades. A team…

Selfies have become a huge part of daily life. Almost everyone, no matter their age, feels the urge to photograph themselves. At first, researchers blamed narcissism for the trend. But…

A team at the University of Edinburgh found that young men on a low-calorie diet shed fat twice as fast as young women — but that gap vanishes after about…

About two-thirds of pet owners share their beds with their animals. But a recent study found parasites on dogs’ skin that can pose real risks to humans — one reason…