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How Short Videos Mess with Your Brain

January 17, 2026

Short videos are everywhere. They are fun and easy to watch. But what happens in your brain when you watch them? Scientists wanted to find out. They looked at how the brain changes when people watch short videos. The brain has parts that help us control our actions. These parts are called the dorsa

technology

How Short Videos Brighten Lives in Rural China

November 11, 2025

In China, more and more elderly people are living alone in the countryside. This is a big deal because the country is getting older fast. One way these seniors are finding joy is through short video apps like Douyin. Researchers wanted to see how these apps affect their happiness and well-being. Th

health

Short Videos and Rural China: A Hidden Mental Health Factor

May 8, 2025

Rural China is seeing a surge in the popularity of short videos. This trend is raising questions about how these quick, bite-sized clips affect the mental well-being of rural residents. While there has been plenty of talk about social media's impact on mental health, the effects of short-form video

entertainment

Peacock's New Twist: Mini-Games and Short Videos

January 8, 2025

Peacock is trying out a couple of new tricks to stay in the game with streaming giants like Netflix and YouTube. They're introducing mini-games and short vertical videos to their app. This month, some users will start seeing these features, while others will have to wait until spring. Peacock is fa

science

The Brain's Tale: Watching Videos Together and Alone

January 6, 2025

Watching videos can be a solo or group activity. It turns out that how our brains respond to this differs hugely. Scientists decided to take a closer look. They got people to watch short videos and rate how much they anticipated enjoying them and how pleased they felt afterward. The brain activity w

entertainment

China's Short Video Boom: A Stress Relief Escape

November 25, 2024

You know those tiny video clips that people watch on their phones in China? They're a massive deal there. But what makes them so irresistible? Researchers believe it's partly because of stress. When life gets tough, folks tend to look for ways to unwind and connect with others. Short videos can be a