Scientists discover a brain “brake” that can shut down chronic pain

Researchers discovered a brain-based “brake” that can shut down chronic nerve pain in mice by calming an overactive pain circuit. Targeting this system more precisely could one day lead to…

Depression may shut down the brain’s ability to make new neurons

A major study found that adults with depression show disrupted production of new neurons in the hippocampus, potentially weakening the brain’s ability to separate new experiences from painful memories. The…

Read-it-later app Pocket shut down — here are the best alternatives

Pocket users have until October 8, 2025, to export their saved articles and other items, including lists, archives, favorites, notes, and highlights.

Mount Etna eruption and volcanic ash shut Sicily’s busiest airport

Flights will be suspended until at least Saturday afternoon, leaving hundreds of travellers stranded.

Fever shut down Sophie Cunningham questions, abruptly end press conference

Source: YouTube Summary The Indiana Fever cut off a question from a reporter sent by OutKick after the team’s 112-98 win over the Portland Fire on Friday night after he…

Taylor Farms reportedly shut down Mexican processing facility linked to cyclospora outbreak

U.S. health officials said they are investigating an additional outbreak of cyclospora, but do not know its source. Plus, Taylor Farms has reportedly shut down the plant where lettuce is…

Comedian was 'broke' in $3M house after water shut off during divorce

Laura Clery is giving fans an inside look into some of her darker moments in her memoir. In her new memoir, “What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Hotter,” the 39-year-old…

Scarborough says 'hypocritical' Republicans should 'shut up' over criticism of Dems' early support for Platner

MSNBC host Joe Scarborough on Thursday blasted Republicans criticizing Democrats over their initial support for former Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner before allegations of sexual assault surfaced publicly, arguing the…