Month: October 2023

Cats purr differently than previously thought

Imagine a new discovery that shines a flashlight on the hidden mechanisms of a cat’s purring. Scientists have found a secret ‘pad’ nestled deep within a cat’s vocal folds, which could be the key to their unique purring abilities. This finding unravels the mystery behind how cats produce those soothing low-frequency sounds that warm our […]

Published on October 4, 2023

Summer heat saps productivity, even indoors

Just like how extreme heat can make you feel sluggish and unmotivated, studies show that hot weather takes a toll on workers’ productivity — even if they are in air-conditioned factories. It’s like trying to concentrate on a puzzle when you’re sweating profusely — your brain just isn’t operating at its full capacity! This research […]

Published on October 4, 2023

Yelling at Kids as Damaging as Physical, Sexual Abuse

Imagine a beautiful garden, filled with vibrant flowers and rising sunflowers. Now imagine shouting at those delicate blooms. Yelling at children, as a new study reveals, is like pouring acid on the roots of their emotional well-being. In fact, this research suggests that the harmful effects of yelling can be just as damaging as physical […]

Published on October 4, 2023