Playing digital puzzle games could be good for memory, according to a new study
A new study from the University of York suggests that older adults who play digital puzzle games have the same memory abilities as people in their 20s.
Study finds no evidence that Facebook is linked to psychological harm
In the largest scientific study ever conducted, Oxford researchers have found no evidence that points to Facebook being linked to worldwide psychological harm.
Russia tests digital ruble in bid to bypass sanctions
Russia began testing its new digital ruble with consumers on Tuesday, in the hope blockchain technology will help it evade sanctions and tighten control over its citizens.
Coffee, music and other everyday pleasures could improve cognitive function
A recent study that involved analysing a person's brain activity through electrical changes has found that everyday pleasures can improve cognitive function.
Russia recruits serial murderers to fight with Wagner in Ukraine
Since 2022, Yevgeny Prigozhin has been recruiting incarcerated persons in Russia to assist the Wagner Group on the frontline and in Ukraine.
Microplastics found in human hearts for the first time
A study by a team of researchers from China has found microplastics in the human heart for the first time.
Research unveils the challenges and promise of wearables
The realm of wearable technology offers vast potential for enhancing our lifestyles; however, a consortium of global researchers highlights that this swiftly evolving domain also ushers in substantial hurdles.
Healthcare workers can benefit from exercise apps to improve their mental health
Research from the University of British Columbia suggests that exercise apps can reduce depressive symptoms and combat mental illness in healthcare workers.
British government announces £13 million in funding for healthcare before AI Safety Summit
Ahead of Britain hosting the first AI Safety Summit this year, healthcare is set to be modernised with £13 million in funding handed to research projects.
NYU researchers identify the brain mechanism that drives learning
In a new study, researchers at NYU have identified the fascinating brain mechanism responsible for learning, despite the lack of dopamine as a reward.
'No evidence' Facebook harms well-being: global study
There is "no evidence" that the growth in using Facebook led to "widespread psychological harm", the largest independent scientific study on the topic concluded Wednesday, contradicting previous analyses and widespread perceptions.
Recent research reveals structural differences in the hypothalamus of obese people
Cambridge scientists have discovered that the hypothalamus is different in the brains of people who are obese, compared to people who are a healthy weight.
Lower bird diversity linked to increase in mental health hospital admissions
Research highlights the intriguing connection between biodiversity and mental health hospital admissions, urging a fresh perspective on the importance of biodiversity conservation.
UK Health Security Agency launches world-leading Vaccine Development and Evaluation Centre
UKHSA launches cutting-edge Vaccine Development and Evaluation Centre (VDEC) at Porton Down. 200 scientists target deadly pathogens, including COVID-19 variants, accelerating global vaccine research and readiness.
Study finds link between air pollution and antibiotic resistance in humans
The latest analysis of data obtained from more than 100 countries has revealed that air pollution is causing a rise in antibiotic resistance (AMR).
Report uncovers alarming vulnerability of UK websites to bot attacks
The report reveals that 66 per cent of UK websites are vulnerable to basic bot assaults, posing serious risks to British businesses
OpenAI set to roll out new updates to make ChatGPT more useful
According to some users, the addition of example prompts is "terrible for someone with ADHD," because they are distracting.
Modern antidepressants may reduce risk of depressive relapse for patients with bipolar disorder
A recent study suggests that treatment with modern antidepressants may help prevent patients with bipolar disorder from relapsing into a depressive episode.
Over £14 million funding to innovative farming solutions to make 'net zero UK agriculture' a reality
The UK government has announced the third round of competition to develop innovative farming solutions for the UK agriculture sector.
Brain waves are directly linked to memory, a new study suggests
According to a study from the University of Arizona, remembering events can trigger brain rhythms more than people are experiencing an actual event.
The different ways that men and women dealt with levels of stress during COVID
A recent study from Würzburg examines how the mental health of both sexes was impacted by the initial phases of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Half of the population will have a mental health disorder at the age of 75
In a study analysing 150,000 people in 29 countries, researchers found that half of the world's population will have a mental health disorder by the age of 75.
New machine-learning satellite model can change how we gather data in space
University of Oxford's team trains a machine learning model on a satellite, enabling real-time monitoring and decision-making for remote-sensing satellites.
How physical activity can benefit your child's learning and well-being at school
According to a study from Finland, adolescents who engage in leisure-based physical activity perform much better at secondary school than inactive students.
Should smartphones be banned in secondary schools?
UNESCO has revealed that there is a "negative link" between smartphones and educational performance, with research findings also suggesting that more than nine out of 10 teenagers in the UK use social media.
Denmark looking at legal means to ban burning of Quran
The Danish government may be looking at some legal means to ban protests that involve burning copies of the Quran.
Does the key to a healthy mind lie in pretending to be an art thief?
A fascinating study from Duke University suggests that the act of playing as an art thief can improve the mind by heightening one's curiosity.
School pupils more likely to be excluded if they have a history of social care
According to a UCL study, English secondary school pupils who have a history of receiving social care or educational needs are more likely to be excluded.
'Era of global boiling is here,' claims UN chief as high temperatures scorch earth
The United Nations secretary general, António Guterres, has time and again warned the world of the catastrophic consequences of global warming.
Meta earnings beat market expectations as ads revive
Facebook parent Meta on Wednesday beat market expectations for quarterly earnings, powered by a reviving digital ad business.