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Psychology

Most “Bizarre Beliefs” Aren’t Real Beliefs

A health worker in a coastal city scrolls through WhatsApp messages during a lunch break. A voice note says vaccines are dangerous. The sender is not a stranger—it’s a cousin. The message is short, confident, and emotionally loaded. Now picture a student in an overcrowded lab, trying to decide whether a “new study” posted on […]

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Computing

Deepfake Videos: Understanding the Technology and Its Implications

Deepfake videos have rapidly emerged as one of the most discussed topics in digital media today. With the rise of artificial intelligence and deep learning techniques, creating hyper-realistic fake videos has become increasingly accessible, raising concerns about misinformation, identity theft, and the erosion of trust in online content. What Are Deepfake Videos? Deepfake videos are […]

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Psychology

From Pandemic to “Plandemic”: What COVID-19 Taught Us About Conspiracy Thinking

If you searched for “plandemic”, you’re not alone. During the COVID-19 pandemic, that word—part insult, part rallying cry—became one of the most powerful symbols of modern conspiracy thinking. It suggested that COVID-19 wasn’t just a tragic global health crisis, but a planned event orchestrated by shadowy elites, scientists, governments, or corporations. For millions of people, […]

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Psychology

What Really Helps Migrants Thrive in New Countries?

Across the world, more than 270 million people live outside the country where they were born. But here’s the twist: adapting to a new country isn’t mostly about learning new customs—it’s about whether people feel connected or shut out. That insight comes from one of the largest studies ever conducted on migrant adaptation. Researchers analyzed […]

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Psychology

What Gore Videos Reveal About How We Really Know

To start at the beginning, I like horror movies. I don’t really like gore. I can handle some, but I get mentally queasy with the more intense stuff. About a year ago, I made a Reddit post about “what’s the best way to enjoy gore?” My thought was that I might be missing some really […]

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Biology

What Really Happens When Food Chains Are Shocked

Every year, storms, heatwaves, pandemics, and political crises quietly snap the links in our food chains. Prices spike. Shelves go bare. Farmers dump crops they can’t move. But here’s the twist: the weakest part of a food supply chain often isn’t where we expect it to be. A new study on agri-food supply chain resilience […]

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Psychology

Kissing Across the Eons: The Evolutionary History of a Kiss

Kissing is often perceived as a quintessentially human act, synonymous with romance and warmth in various cultures worldwide. However, recent studies suggest that this intimate action has deeper roots, extending far beyond just human relationships. Emerging research indicates that kissing might be an evolutionary behavior that predates humans, dating back to our ape ancestors millions […]

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Psychology

Surprising Insights About Black Friday Behavior

Why do millions of people treat Black Friday like a sport? A new systematic review of 73 studies from 20 countries reveals that Black Friday isn’t just a shopping day. It’s a global behavioral experiment showing how emotions, data, and culture shape the way we buy. 1. We Don’t Just Shop—We Perform The review found […]

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Psychology

Beyond the Game: What Really Drives Podcast Passion

Every day on Himalaya FM — China’s largest podcast platform — millions of listeners tune in to hear their favorite hosts dissect every basket, goal, and play. But new research from Beijing’s Communication University of China reveals something surprising: sports podcasts in China aren’t just about sports. They’re about belonging, learning, and self-belief. Why Do […]

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Psychology

The Hidden Force Behind Social Media Division

Every day, billions of posts, tweets, and videos compete for your attention. You might think that celebrities, politicians, or big media outlets decide what dominates your feed. But a new global study suggests something more powerful—and more invisible—is shaping what you see: your own ideology. Researchers from several European universities analyzed millions of posts across […]

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