Can coffee or a nap make up for sleep deprivation?
Lack of sleep harms memory and cognition, but our easy remedies can't fix everything. Enlarge / A cup of coffee might provide you some pep, but it won’t fully make up for lost sleep. (credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus).....»»
How to cope with heartbreak during the holidays
How do you cope with heartbreak over the holidays? How do you deal with a breakup over Thanksgiving or Christmas? Here's some advice and tips from therapists. It was Christmas Day night and I couldn't sleep. Not through excitement for continued.....»»
Score a last-minute Keurig deal and give the gift of coffee
The Keurig K-Supreme is $70 off at Amazon as of Dec. 21 — and it will arrive by Christmas Eve. SAVE $70: As of Dec. 21, the Keurig K-Supreme single-serve coffee maker is on sale for just $99.99, down from $169.99. That's a discount of 41%......»»
ChatGPT pranksters challenge dealership chatbots
Fullpath's ChatGPT-driven customer platforms were inundated at some dealerships with prank requests for coffee recipes, haiku and more......»»
iOS 17.2 released, HomeKit routers, and sleep sensors, on the HomeKit Insider Podcast
On this week's episode of the HomeKit Insider podcast, your hosts goes through the latest smart home news, go hands-on with the new Eve Play, and talk about the new iOS 17.2 release.HomeKit InsiderAqara released a new software update this week, addin.....»»
Fortnite’s new modes are fun, but don’t sleep on Battle Royale’s great update
Fortnite's big new games are getting a lot of attention, but its Battle Royale mode received an equally exciting update that's getting overshadowed......»»
Get this Keurig for $49, with guaranteed delivery before Christmas
The Keurig K-Express Essentials is a great gift idea for the singular coffee lover. Check it out now while it's on sale at Walmart......»»
2024 Apple Watch with new design rumored to get sleep apnea & blood pressure sensing
A rumor claims that the a 2024 Apple Watch model will include a refreshed design, with new health features expected to include detection of hypertension and sleep apnea.An Apple Watch detecting blood oxygen levelsThe 2023 releases of Apple Watch didn.....»»
Resting gray reef sharks change what we know about how they breathe
Predators in perpetual motion. Sleepless in our seas. If that's your image of sharks, you're not alone. And for good reason: sharks must swim to breathe (or so we were told). The science of how sharks sleep and breathe is linked, and while all sharks.....»»
One month with Oura Ring for iOS: Impressive data, but is it worth it?
After having spent the last month with my Oura Ring and the Oura Ring companion app for iOS, I can definitively say that despite a beautiful app and some helpful features, unless you are someone looking to track or improve your sleep, I don’t think.....»»
The shape of dogs" heads affects their sleep, according to study
Flat-faced dog breeds are popular all over the world. In the U.S. and in Hungary, the French bulldog is currently the most common breed. However, their popularity comes at a high cost in terms of health: Shortened skulls are associated with deteriora.....»»
How to make a bed and assign it to villagers in Lego Fortnite
Even a Lego character needs to take a break once in a while. Give them a place to sleep in Lego Fortnite by building a bed or sharing one with a friend or NPC......»»
How "sleeping" microorganisms can determine the fate of a population
Microorganisms that temporarily "go to sleep" play an important role in the evolution and survival of a population. Mathematician Shubhamoy Nandan conducted research on the effect of this characteristic called "dormancy" in a novel mathematical model.....»»
Scientists release the recipe for lab-grown coffee to accelerate creation of new coffee ecosystem
Two years after the scientists in Finland successfully made coffee in a laboratory, VTT Technical Research Center of Finland Ltd has released detailed information on the process. Published in the Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry, the scienti.....»»
Saturday Citations: Extragalactic stars in the Milky Way, more biolinguistic evidence and couples coping with COVID
This week we look at migratory stars, communicative children and how to make the best cup of coffee, as well as examining some of the latest COVID advice......»»
Study: Why a spritz of water before grinding coffee yields less waste, tastier espresso
"It turns out you can’t cut corners if you want to achieve excellence.” Researchers demonstrate how adding a splash of water reduces static electricity when grinding coffee. Credit: University of Oregon.....»»
Study: Unhealthy sleep assimilation among immigrants may be correlated with labor market
Upon their arrival in a foreign country, immigrants tend to be healthier than natives, but their advantage erodes with time, despite improvements in earnings and socio-economic status. A new study published in the European Sociological Review by Fran.....»»
This is hands-down the best tech gift for tea and coffee drinkers
The Ember Smart Mug will keep your drink hot all day long and it's perfect for those of us who forget their cup of Joe......»»
Grinding coffee with a splash of water reduces static electricity and makes more consistent and intense espresso: Study
The fracturing and friction of coffee beans during grinding generates electricity that causes coffee particles to clump together and stick to the grinder. Researchers report Dec. 6 in the journal Matter that coffee beans with higher internal moisture.....»»
Penguins snatch 11 hours of sleep through seconds-long micronaps
In humans, nodding off for a few seconds is a clear sign of insufficient sleep—and can be dangerous in some situations, such as when driving a car......»»
5 great sci-fi movies that will put you to sleep (in a good way)
The best sci-fi movies to fall asleep to have dreamy visuals, a slow pace, and a beautiful score. From Arrival to Her, these films promise a restful night......»»