A new study reveals that social media enthusiasts are resorting to permanent alterations to resemble filters instead of relying on face-tune. Boston University researchers found that spending more time on apps and using photo editing tools is linked to dissatisfaction with appearance and a desire to change physical features. “Selfie …

A recent study says children who consume energy drinks may be more likely to develop AHDH, anxiety, and depression. The United States has no age restrictions on purchasing these types of beverages. According to a research study published in Science Direct, “Negative mental outcomes” were associated with energy drink consumption …

A new study shows that picking your nose could increase your chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Recent findings suggest that beta-amyloid, a protein linked to Alzheimer’s disease, might be generated in the brain as a defense against pathogens entering through the nasal cavity, such as from inserting dirty fingers in …

A new study has revealed that those born in the 90s have the worst mental health among generations, and millennials aren’t seeing improvement with age. Researchers at The University of Sydney discovered a significant decline in the mental well-being of each consecutive generation since the 1950s. The study, published in …

New research suggests yelling at children can be as harmful as physical or sexual abuse. A study done by UK charity Words Matter wants to recognize childhood verbal abuse as a form of maltreatment. Researchers from Wingate University and University College London (UCL) analyzed studies on CVA, finding that abuse …

The majority of NFTs might have lost their value just under two years after a surge in the popularity of digital collectibles. According to a study utilizing data from NFT Scan and CoinMarketCap, among the 73,257 NFT collections analyzed, a staggering 95% of them had a market capitalization of zero …

A new study has presented some interesting findings. Apparently, male e-cigarette users could be at risk of having smaller testicles and lower sperm counts. New research conducted on male rats has shown that vaping can shrink the size of testicles, hampering sex drive and reducing sperm count, the New York …

A European study found that paper straws, promoted as eco-friendly alternatives to plastic in the U.S., often contain more harmful “forever chemicals” than plastic straws. Belgian researchers tested 39 straw brands for synthetic chemicals known as poly and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).  Most straws, especially paper and bamboo ones, contained many …

You may want to wash those pillowcases more often, as they can hold up to 17 thousand times the bacteria as a toilet seat. A new study by Amerisleep has revealed the gross findings. The mattress company came to the conclusion by examining the growth of bacteria on slept-in, unclean …

The rise of social media has led to an increase in depression and hopelessness among teens. There are roughly twice as many teens today who agree with statements like “I can’t do anything right,” “I do not enjoy life” and “My life is not useful” compared to 10 years ago. …

On Thursday, Elon Musk’s startup company, Neuralink, received approval from the FDA to conduct its first human clinical study. Neuralink has created a brain implant called the Link, which enables patients with severe paralysis to operate external technology using only neural signals. This suggests that people with severe degenerative diseases …

A new study has found that marijuana use during the early stages of pregnancy has a negative impact on fetal development from the very beginning. According to lead author Beth Bailey, professor of psychology and director of population health research at the College of Medicine at Central Michigan University in …

A new study revealed that nearly a quarter of all songs uploaded to streaming platforms last year received zero plays. That equates to about 38 million tracks that not one person listened to.  Are these artists uploading music and not even listening to their own songs?! That seems to be …

It has been found that reusable water bottles can harbor 40,000 times more bacteria than the average toilet seat, according to a study by waterfilterguru.com. Researchers detected two types of bacteria present: Gram-negative rods and bacillus, after swabbing various water bottle sections three times each, including the spout lid, straw …

The Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation reports that three million Americans suffer from inflammatory bowel diseases linked to a popular red food dye, according to a recent study published in the journal Nature Communications. Several popular snacks and drinks, including Skittles, Doritos, Pepsi, and some cosmetic products, contain the additive, also known …

A new study has found that Black guests have more difficulty securing Airbnb rentals. In the report released on Tuesday, Airbnb admitted users who were thought to be white had a booking success rate of 94.1%. On the contract, users who were perceived to be Black had a success rate …

Wine drinkers everywhere have beat the “wino” allegations, as a new study proves consuming the beverage can help prevent memory loss.  According to a study recently published in the American Academy of Neurology medical journal, consuming the flavonols, the antioxidants found in wine, can greatly slow the rate of cognitive …

As if the sight of a rat was not repulsive enough, a new study has found that these invasive pests can actually dance.  Imagine encountering a gang of rats doing the electric slide in the middle of a busy New York City block. While the visualization may be slightly overdramatized, …

A survey conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Club Wyndham revealed two out of three Americans surveyed couldn’t enjoy vacation due to excessive pressure. 2,000 Americans participated in the study which now gives insight into “vacation pressure.” It also reveals that a typical vacation lasts about a week and the …

Former rapper Shyne has announced a brand new scholarship named after Diddy to send a Belizean student to study abroad in the United States. The rapper-turned-politician announced on Instagram the Sean Diddy Combs Scholarship on Wednesday. “I am extremely happy to announce the SEAN DIDDY COMBS BELIZE FULL SCHOLARSHIP to …