Rhythm in the Brain: Music Exposure Influences Rhythmic Interpretation

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[ad_1] Summary: A new study involving participants from 15 countries, shed light on the universal preference for simple integer ratios in rhythms, revealing significant cultural variations in musical perception. This research, conducted with 39 groups, including people from traditional societies, indicates that while there’s a common bias towards certain rhythmic structures, the specific preferences can … Read more

Survivors of Gaza aid convoy massacre describe ‘indiscriminate’ Israeli fire

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[ad_1] In the early hours of Feb. 29, more than 110 Palestinians were killed and several hundred wounded in northern Gaza when a convoy of trucks carrying humanitarian aid reached Gaza City, where a starving crowd had amassed near the coast. Israel immediately denied responsibility for the casualties, releasing edited drone footage purporting to show … Read more

New data suggest caffeine may protect against obesity, joint disease

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[ad_1] Share on PinterestNew study appears to confirm caffeine’s protective effect against obesity and joint disease. Image credit: Pietro Karras/Stocksy. Researchers estimate that more than 1 billion people globally have obesity. Obesity can increase a person’s risk for several health problems, including joint conditions, such as osteoarthritis. Scientists from Imperial College London in the United … Read more

‘It felt like something sacred’ Meduza’s Russian readers who attended Navalny’s funeral describe their experiences — Meduza

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[ad_1] stories On March 1, Russian opposition politician Alexey Navalny was buried at the Borisovskoye Cemetery in Moscow’s Maryino district. The previous day, the authorities cordoned off the church where his funeral was held and set up a corridor of metal fencing from the nearby subway station to the cemetery. But despite a heavy police … Read more

For 14 days, St. Petersburg S-400s will track F-35s, and vice versa

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[ad_1] The year began with the announcement of one of NATO’s largest drills, Nordic Response 2024, taking place in proximity to Russian borders. This exercise will be hosted by one of NATO’s newest members, Finland, with prospective NATO members, Sweden, and Norway, also extending their hospitality.  Photo credit: RAAF / X Spanning thirteen countries, this … Read more

COVID-19 leaves its mark on the brain, including with significant drops in IQ scores

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[ad_1] From the very early days of the pandemic, brain fog emerged as a significant health condition that many experience after COVID-19. Brain fog is a colloquial term that describes a state of mental sluggishness or lack of clarity and haziness that makes it difficult to concentrate, remember things and think clearly. Fast-forward four years … Read more

Man dies after consuming too much vitamin D; experts warn of risks: ‘Cascade of problems’

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[ad_1] {{#rendered}} {{/rendered}} Amid reports of a U.K. man’s death from high amounts of vitamin D, experts are warning about the dangers of unsafe levels. After 89-year-old David Mitchener died last year from hypercalcemia, a build-up of calcium in the body that is caused by excess levels of vitamin D, the Surrey assistant coroner released … Read more

3D Maps Reveal Molecular Complexities of the Brain

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[ad_1] Summary: Researchers pioneered the use of spatial omics and deep learning to craft 3D molecular maps of the brain, offering new insights into its function across different scales. Their study employs advanced mass spectrometry imaging and single-cell metabolomics to decode the brain’s intricate biochemistry. This groundbreaking work aims to unravel the complex chemical interactions … Read more