Egypt Study Identifies Over 17 Million Previously Undocumented Genetic Variants

Egypt has It has been identified More than 17 million previously undocumented genetic variants were discovered in the first large-scale genomic study, according to the results of the Egyptian Genome Project, published on April 6. The research, which analyzed 1,024 individuals in 21 governorates, represents a major step toward understanding the genetic makeup of Egyptians, … Read more

NEW STUDY FINDS THAT BABIES CAN ACTUALLY LIE TO YOU

In a new study,  babies as young as eight months old were found to show deceptive behavior toward their parents. However, experts say it is not a red flag and may actually be a sign of healthy development. Baby playing musical instrument. Photo Credit: Adobe Stock Images Researchers asked parents of over 750 children questions … Read more

What the Art Industry Can Learn From Bain’s 2025 Luxury Study

With luxury spending leaning towards experiences rather than possessions, the art market faces increasing pressure to redefine how it creates value for a new generation of affluent consumers. Observer laboratories With the art world increasingly immersed in the broader luxury ecosystem – shaped by changing spending patterns and new geographies of wealth – and auction … Read more

STUDY SUGGESTS BABIES WHO NOTICE MUSICAL RHYTHM MAY HAVE A HEAD START ON LANGUAGE

Music may play a role in how babies begin to understand language, according to new research examining how infants respond to rhythm and sound. Mom and baby playing piano. Photo Credit: Freepik.com A  study published in the journal of Developmental Science found that infants who are better at detecting rhythm in music also tend to … Read more

Julio Iglesias accused of sexual assault in Caribbean as Spanish prosecutors study allegations

Barcelona, ​​Spain– Spanish prosecutors are examining allegations that Grammy Award-winning singer Julio Iglesias sexually assaulted two former employees at his residences in the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas. The allegations are linked to media reports earlier this week that Iglesias sexually and physically assaulted two women who worked at his residences in the Caribbean between … Read more

NEW STUDY SUGGESTS LETTING TEENS SLEEP IN ON WEEKENDS MAY HELP THEIR MENTAL HEALTH

Debating on whether to let your teens sleep in on the weekend? Well, per a new research study, allowing them to sleep late on weekends may actually be a good thing and may help their mental health. Teen girl sleeping. Photo Credit: FreePik.com The findings of this study, which were published in the Journal of … Read more

NEW STUDY SHOWS SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING CAN BOOST KIDS’ TEST SCORES AND GPA’S

A growing body of research is shining a light on something parents and teachers have suspected for years, kids learn better when they feel better. A new analysis published in the Review of Educational Research found that school-wide social-emotional learning (SEL) programs don’t just support emotional growth, they may also boost academic performance in meaningful … Read more

NEW STUDY FINDS THAT SOCIAL MEDIA BEAUTY FILTERS ARE HURTING BLACK YOUTH MORE THAN WE REALIZE

For years, creators have called out beauty filters for reinforcing Eurocentric features from lightened skin to narrower noses and even altered eye color. Now, a new study suggests the impact reaches far beyond aesthetics. According to researchers, these filters, paired with constant exposure to online racism, may be quietly harming Black adolescents’ mental health. Teens … Read more

NEW STUDY REVEALS HOW SOCIAL MEDIA IS QUIETLY TEACHING TEEN BOYS ABOUT MASCULINITY

A new study from Common Sense Media (CSM) is raising alarms about what teen boys are learning online and how platforms are shaping their ideas of manhood. Teen on smartphone and laptop. FREEPIK According to the research, 69% of boys between ages 11 and 17 are regularly exposed to “problematic digital masculinity” content, often without … Read more