A new study reveals that sleep not only consolidates existing memories but also primes the brain for future learning. Researchers tracked neuronal activity in mice and discovered ‘engram-to-be cells’ that synchronize during sleep, preparing to encode new experiences. This dual role suggests that sleep quality between learning sessions affects both memory retention and the ability […]
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New albums are getting announced and released constantly. It’s tough to stay on top of it all. So that’s where we come in. Pitchfork is tracking notable new music releases with our guide to upcoming albums. In the coming months, there will be big new releases from Niontay, Stereolab, Turnstile, Rico Nasty, Blondshell, Model/Actriz, Ty Segall, Djrum, Wet Leg, Miley Cyrus, Yung Lean, Kali Uchis, Garbage, Matt Berninger, William Tyler, Lil Wayne, Little Simz, Purelink, Aesop […]
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Netflix has plenty of movies to watch. Maybe too many. Sometimes finding the right film at the right time can seem like an impossible task. Let us help you. Below is a list of some of our favorites currently on the streaming service—from dramas to comedies to thrillers. If you decide you’re in more of a TV mood, […]
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You know that cardio exercise is good for your health. But it can be hard to work up the motivation to do it. If you’re in the camp of folks who are dragging their feet to start working out again, this comic is for you. Dr. Jayne Morgan, a cardiologist and the vice president of […]
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In today’s fragmented media market, consistent, “always on” access is everything — and inconsistency is a killer. Few organizations are proving that more clearly than the NBA, as teams test different strategies for engaging fans and growing viewership. The Portland Trail Blazers, for one, made their games radically easier to watch, while the Chicago Bulls […]
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By Alex Mar; originally published on 10.17.17 It is summer 2002, mid-morning in a university research lab on the edge of Osaka, Japan. Two girls—both dressed in pale yellow, with child-puffy cheeks, black shoulder-length hair, and bangs—stand opposite each other under fluorescent lights. More precisely: One is a girl, 5 years old; the other is her […]
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