Tinder is taking a big step to make sure people are who they say they are. Soon, new users in the U. S. will have to prove their identity with a quick video selfie. This feature, called Face Check, makes sure the person in the video matches the profile picture. If they pass, they get a special badge showing they're verified. This isn't new for Tinder. They've been t...
The Proud Boys, a far-right group, are in a legal fight with the Justice Department. They want over $100 million for their time in jail and legal troubles from the January 6th Capitol riot. The group is upset with Attorney General Pam Bondi for trying to stop their lawsuit. The Proud Boys met online and talked about their legal issues. They said the Justice Departme...
Ever wondered why some people swear by cold showers? It's not just about toughness; it's about brainpower. Diving into cold water can actually give your mind a serious upgrade. Experts, like neuroscientist Andrew Huberman, have studied this and found that cold water triggers a dopamine release in the brain. Dopamine is the feel-good chemical that helps you stay focus...
In a recent press interaction, President Trump weighed in on the Epstein files controversy. He suggested that Attorney General Pam Bondi should release information she deems credible. This comes after Trump received a briefing on the Justice Department and FBI's review of the files. The review concluded that Epstein did not maintain a "client list" and no further ch...
Pam Bondi, the current Attorney General, is under fire for her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case and other controversies. Her leadership has been questioned due to a series of missteps and failures. The Department of Justice (DOJ) under her leadership has a poor track record in court, winning only 31 percent of cases. This is a concerning statistic for the highest...
The brain's ability to update information is a complex process. Recent studies have focused on the role of dopamine and the striatum in this process. Researchers used a special type of MRI, called 7 Tesla fMRI, to scan the brain while people performed a memory task. They found that when new information is added to memory, areas like the prefrontal cortex and the fron...
Scars from burns, injuries, or surgery can be tough to treat. They are a result of unusual healing. This is where verapamil hydrochloride (VHCl) comes into play. It is usually used for heart issues. Now, it is being repurposed for a new use. It is being tested in a special gel to help with scars. VHCl has some interesting properties. It boosts the production o...
In April 2025, a viral meme spread across social media platforms, claiming that U. S. Attorney General Pam Bondi made a controversial statement on "Fox News Sunday. " The meme suggested that Bondi had said, "It's probably a crime to accuse the president of committing a crime after he breaks the law. " Many users shared this quote, often linking it to former President...
The United States has been sliding down the happiness charts. This is not good news. But there is a simple way to boost your mood. It is all about the colors that surround you. It is not just about how you feel. Colors can actually change how your body works. They can make your heart beat slower or faster. They can even change how hungry you feel. So, what co...
Tourette's syndrome is a condition that's been linked to issues with dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain. But there's more to the story. Recent findings suggest that iron, a crucial element for brain function, might also play a significant role. Iron helps in the creation and management of dopamine and its receptors. So, what's the connection between iron and...