Source: Phys.org
‘Disappearing’ messages have evolved considerably, and grown in popularity, since Snapchat first introduced its game-changing photo concept. And now the company has to contend with social media heavyweights such as Facebook and Instagram launching revamps of their own best ideas. So, in the face of such rivalry, Snapchat has had to continue to innovate and introduce new features just to differentiate its appeal as it tries to stay in the game. [Read more…]
Source: Sporting News
Once their active participation in sport is over, many former players then move into entirely different careers. However, some may decide to continue on in a career as a coach or manager, while a just a few may be fortunate enough to have the disposable funds with which to enjoy the luxury of becoming an owner or partner in a sports team of their own. [Read more…]
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For many people, listening to music results in a natural high at some points in the performance. Scientists too have studied this effect and note that it produces physical symptoms such as an increased heart rate and causes goosebumps to appear on the surface of the skin.
The term which best defines such rushes of emotion is ‘frisson’, originally a French word whose meaning describes a passing thrill or an unexpected shudder of emotion. Though the phenomenon is well known, it has only recently attracted the attention of researchers. [Read more…]
Source: Empire
“Maniac”, the new American drama miniseries showing on Netflix, is set in a world and time with strong echoes of our own. Within this ten-part epic, creator Patrick Somerville and director Cary Joji Fukunaga embark on a challenging project to explore the concept of psychological healing of those whose minds have suffered traumatic damage. This they largely achieve, but with a variable amount of success. [Read more…]
Source: MyCong
Almost everyone loves travelling, but laments the weight gain that seems to inevitably accompany it. Even though your energy expenditure usually increases when you’re on a trip, it’s not enough to offset the extra calories you’re likely to be consuming. So, what are the most frequent food mistakes made when travelling, and how can they be avoided? Let’s find out so you can avoid them! [Read more…]
