International Chess Day celebrates a game that continues to connect millions of people across the globe. Every year on July 20, chess enthusiasts around the world celebrate International Chess Day, a tribute to one of humanity’s oldest and most beloved strategy games. The date marks the founding of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) on July […]
Singing could be one of the simplest and most enjoyable ways to boost your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. You don’t need the voice of a superstar to enjoy the remarkable health benefits of singing. A growing body of research shows that singing engages almost every part of the body, from your lungs and heart […]
Why getting enough rest might be the most uplifting habit you ever build In a culture that celebrates hustle, sleep can feel like a luxury. But science tells a different story. Far from being “downtime,” sleep is one of the most powerful tools we have for boosting mood, sharpening the mind, protecting our health, and […]
Why animal intelligence isn’t just cute and matters for us all When we think of “IQ,” most of us picture humans taking standardized tests. But intelligence isn’t exclusive to our species. Across the animal kingdom, creatures like crows, pigs, dolphins, and many others demonstrate remarkable cognitive powers. By studying their problem-solving, memory, social learning, and […]
People with autism have trouble with communication. They have difficulty understanding what other people think and feel. According to the American Psychiatric Association, “Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental condition involving persistent challenges with social communication, restricted interests, and repetitive behavior. While autism is considered a lifelong disorder, the degree of difficulty in […]
Neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki gave a 13-minute TED Talk on the “brain-changing benefits of exercise” in March 2018 that millions of people have since seen. What she had to say – the result of her research and personal experience – bears repeating for the good of all. In sum, exercise is the most transformative thing that […]
It’s a fact that deep sleep reactivates and strengthens specific memories. How does that work? Through replay. The neurons that make new connections in the brain when you are in the process of learning something reactivate during sleep. So, if you study for a test just before going to bed at night or before a nap, you’ll remember better […]
