People's eyes tend to move toward certain spots when learning new tasks. These spots can be important for getting information or for getting rewards. Researchers wanted to see how well people could guess if they would succeed or fail at a task. They also wanted to see if this guess would change where people looked. In an experiment, people threw balls at targets. Af...
The MAGA crowd is not happy. They feel like they've been let down. A well-known conservative strategist, Rick Wilson, recently talked about how Trump's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein conspiracy theory has caused a stir. This theory was a big deal for Trump supporters. They thought it would expose a lot of people they didn't like. But when Trump and his attorney gene...
Evolutionary biology has been a hot topic lately, with a lot of arguments happening around something called the Extended Evolutionary Synthesis (EES). This idea brings together scientists from different fields like ecology, developmental biology, and epigenetics, along with science philosophers. They're challenging some big ideas in evolutionary theory. They believe ...
Ever wondered why stepping over a puddle feels different than stepping to catch yourself from a stumble? It turns out, our brains use different muscle patterns for these actions. Researchers decided to dig into this by studying three types of steps: reactive steps (like catching yourself from a fall), voluntary steps (like stepping over something), and steps imagined...
Elon Musk, the tech billionaire, recently sparked conversations by suggesting a new political party called the "America Party. " This idea came after a poll on his platform, X, where a majority of voters expressed dissatisfaction with the current two-party system. The poll's results align with other surveys showing that many people believe a third party could help re...
Parents, it's time to act. The recent changes in vaccine policy could leave your kids without essential shots. Doctors are urging parents to get their children vaccinated now, before insurance coverage changes make it harder. The anti-vaccine movement has gained significant ground recently. What was once a fringe group is now influencing high-level decisions. Robert...
Life near the border can be tough. Tak and Mae Hong Son (MHS) provinces in Thailand know this well. These areas share a boundary with Myanmar. Many people cross over for work or medical help. But things have gotten harder lately. The COVID-19 pandemic hit these regions hard. It wasn't just a health crisis. Myanmar's political problems made things worse. This double ...
Ever wondered how different types of workouts impact your ability to jump? Researchers have been looking into this, focusing on how your body responds after exercise that's tough on your energy but not on your muscles. They found that after such workouts, your jumping power might not be as affected as you'd think. First, let's talk about what they studied. They look...
The Houston Rockets have been busy this offseason. They started by trading for Kevin Durant, a 15-time All-Star who will turn 37 in September. Durant had a solid season last year, averaging 27 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists. The Rockets also signed Fred VanVleet to a two-year, $50 million deal and Jabari Smith Jr. to a five-year, $122 million contract. They didn't...
LeBron James, the NBA's all-time leading scorer, has decided to stay with the Los Angeles Lakers for his 23rd season. At 40 years old, this decision is significant, as it's unclear what his future holds after this upcoming campaign. He could retire, a possibility he has openly considered. James' agent, Rich Paul, shared that LeBron wants to compete for championships...