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Discovering the World Through Sounds, Icelandic Mysteries, and Brain Hacks

December 15, 2025

Ever wondered how sounds shape our world? Victor Terrazas' "Atlas of Remote Sounds" takes you on a global journey, exploring unique noises from distant places. This illustrated book, published by Ediciones Menguantes, has already caught the attention of publishers in Ukraine, Poland, and the Czech R

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The Thrill of Fear: Why We Seek It Out

October 30, 2025

People often wonder why they enjoy things that scare them, like roller coasters or horror films. It's not just about being brave. Experts explain that these activities create a special mix of fear and excitement. This mix is known as an "arousal response. " It's what makes your heart beat faster and

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Small Brain Guardians Might Hold Key to Taming Epilepsy

October 21, 2025

In the intricate world of the brain, tiny immune system proteins named C1q and C3 are stirring up trouble. Normally, these proteins are the brain's protectors. However, in epilepsy, they turn against the brain. They disrupt the brain's connections, leading to excessive brain activity and seizures.

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The Thrill of Fear: Why We Enjoy Being Scared

October 20, 2025

Ever wondered why people love haunted houses or horror movies? It's not just about the adrenaline rush. There's a science behind why we enjoy being scared, even though fear can feel really bad in real life. Fear is like an alarm system in our brain. When something scares us, our brain's amygdala ki

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Why Do People Believe in Miracles?

October 17, 2025

People have always believed in miracles, but why? Scientists are now trying to figure this out. In 2007, a baby in Rhode Island was born very early and had serious health problems. The doctor prayed to a priest who had passed away long ago, and the baby's heart started beating again. Eighteen years

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How Sugar in Your Brain Might Be Messing With Your Mood

October 8, 2025

Ever wondered why some people feel down, sleep poorly, and avoid others? It might have something to do with tiny sugar molecules in the brain. These sugars, called glycans, attach to proteins and change how they work. Researchers found that when these sugars are out of balance, they can mess up the