Sir Richard Branson recently shared heartbreaking news about the passing of his beloved wife, Joan. She was his partner for half a century. He called her his best friend, his rock, and his guiding light. Joan was more than just a wife to him; she was his partner in every sense. She was also a wonder
Mattel, the company behind beloved brands like Barbie and Hot Wheels, is diving into a new adventure. They're planning to build a unique water park in Orlando, Florida. This won't be your typical water park, though. It's going to have a retractable roof, so the fun can go on rain or shine. The park
Epilepsy is a complex puzzle. It alters the brain's layout and operations. Researchers have been piecing together clues. They examined various brain scans. Some scans focused on the brain's physical form. Others observed its activity during rest. The findings were intriguing. The hippocampus, a vit
Thanksgiving is a time for family, but what if your family isn't there to celebrate with you? For many people, holidays can be a painful reminder of what they don't have. They might feel lonely, isolated, or even bitter when surrounded by others' happy families. Some people host their own gathering
With just two weeks left in the college football season, the College Football Playoff (CFP) picture is starting to take shape. The Week 13 games didn't shake things up too much, but there were a few key matchups that gave us a better idea of who might make the cut. One of the biggest games of the w
A 69-year-old Japanese man faced a strange problem. He couldn't recognize faces, simple drawings, or even read and write Kanji characters. This happened after a part of his brain, the right fusiform gyrus and occipitotemporal lobe, didn't get enough blood. It's like his brain's picture and word libr
Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker might have decided to part ways, but they are not letting that affect their family. Just a day after announcing their separation, the couple came together to celebrate their daughter Blaze's 6th birthday. The event, held at Ready, Set FUN! , was a Snow White-themed part
The Oregon Public Library is buzzing with holiday activities this December. Kids can meet Santa in a calm setting on December 6th. This event is perfect for families with children who have autism or special needs. The library is teaming up with Easter Seals to make this Santa visit extra welcoming.
The occipitotemporal cortex (OTC) in our brain is quite the multitasker. It's not just about recognizing faces, bodies, or scenes. It's about using what we see to guide our actions. Some researchers argue that we should shift our focus. Instead of just looking at categories like faces or places, we
Riverside's Mission Inn Hotel & Spa is gearing up for its annual "Festival of Lights, " a beloved event that transforms downtown Riverside into a winter wonderland. This year, the festival kicks off the weekend before Thanksgiving, marking a shift from its previous start date. The celebration will f
