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Georgetown researchers discovered that extensive training physically rewires the brain, moving learned skills out of the "thinking" center and into specialized circuits. This breakthrough proves humans can truly multitask, not just switch rapidly between tasks.
Georgetown scientists discovered that extensive practice literally reshapes your brain, moving learned skills into different circuits and freeing you up to genuinely do two things at once. The breakthrough challenges decades of thinking about human limitations and could revolutionize how we understand learning.
Scientists gave AI the ability to "think out loud," and it worked remarkably well. The inner speech helps machines learn faster, multitask better, and solve new problems with less training data.
Orioles reliever Anthony Nunez turned his Mother's Day appearance into a surprise gender reveal for his brother and sister-in-law, who learned they're having a boy by watching him mouth the news to the broadcast camera. The 24-year-old rookie kept his cool during a pressure-packed eighth inning before delivering the happy news.
Two companies are installing 92 new electric vehicle charging ports across 14 stations, with most locations opening on the East Coast in 2026. The chargers will be placed near convenience stores and high-traffic areas, making it easier for drivers to charge while shopping or running errands.
Duke's Kara Lawson just pulled off what most coaches would consider impossible: winning an ACC Tournament, coaching Team USA to three victories in Puerto Rico, then rushing back for NCAA Tournament Selection Sunday. Her secret? It's all about smart planning and trusting her team.
A 20-year study reveals that certain brain-training exercises focusing on speed and divided attention can lower dementia risk by a quarter. Memory and reasoning games showed no protective effect.
After years of engineering breakthroughs, foldable smartphones are evolving from fragile novelties into practical tools that fit how people actually live. Apple's expected entry into the market this year signals the technology has finally matured enough for everyone.
Scientists discovered that common flu antivirals like Tamiflu might help reverse the inflammation causing cognitive problems in people living with HIV. The breakthrough could improve quality of life for millions as the HIV population ages.
A Washington self-storage facility is making it easier for customers to fight hunger. West Coast Self-Storage in Auburn has turned its location into a drop-off point for a food bank serving hundreds of families each day.
Southern right whale mothers flip upside down to take nursing breaks from their hungry calves. The clever strategy helps exhausted moms conserve energy during months of fasting while caring for their young.
A new humanoid robot just showed off something surprisingly rare: picking up objects while walking around. Multiple robotics teams are pushing the boundaries of what machines can do in one smooth motion.
A former Royal Marine knitted a giraffe-sized scarf while running the London Marathon, shattering a world record and promoting mental health for men. Simon Fannon finished the race in under six hours while crafting an 18-foot multicolored masterpiece.
Your attention isn't broken—it just needs training. These five books teach practical strategies to rebuild deep focus in a distracted world.
Scientists engineered algae that smells like oranges to magnetically attract and remove tiny plastic particles from drinking water. The breakthrough could clean wastewater, reduce pollution, and transform captured plastics into safer materials. #
After more than a century of debate, researchers have finally cracked the puzzle of why T. rex had such comically small arms. The answer reveals a fascinating trade-off that shaped dinosaur evolution for 180 million years.
Electric vehicle maker BYD is partnering with KFC China to create drive-thrus where drivers can grab a meal while their car charges in just nine minutes. The collaboration combines China's largest EV manufacturer with its biggest fast-food chain across 13,000 locations.
Scientists built a simple metal plate that can capture and separate three different sound waves simultaneously, like a radio tuning into multiple stations at once. This breakthrough could make inspecting buildings and machines faster, cheaper, and more accurate.
A new expert guide reveals that small, consistent daily habits outperform vacations for lasting mental wellness. The secret lies in what you do on ordinary days, not escape days.
Scientists discovered that brain immune cells rush to injury sites powered only by sugar, then spend six hours building pathways to bring in their cellular powerhouses. This finding could help researchers understand what goes wrong during aging and brain disease.
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