Ever wondered if your eyes could give you away when you lie? A recent study explored this idea using a method called the ocular-motor deception test (ODT). This test looks at how pupils dilate and how people read when they're being truthful or deceitful. The study involved 180 participants who were
People are losing touch with religion, but they still want to believe in something bigger. So, they turn to politics. Politics now gives people what religion used to: a sense of belonging, rituals, and a clear idea of right and wrong. Social media makes it even easier to share these beliefs, turning
Jamaica is still reeling from the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, which struck as a powerful category five storm. The destruction is vast, with entire communities isolated and homes flattened. At least 19 people have lost their lives, and the island faces significant obstacles in recovery. Aid from
In a show of force, Russia launched a massive wave of missiles and drones at Ukraine. This wasn't just any attack—it was one of the biggest since the war started. The goal? To cripple Ukraine's power grid. And it worked, at least a bit. Ukraine had to ration electricity across most of the country. L
Guinea-Bissau, a small country in West Africa, is once again in the spotlight due to political instability. Recently, several high-ranking military officers were taken into custody. They are accused of plotting to disrupt the country's political process. This is not surprising, as coups and unrest h
Hurricane Melissa left Cuba in a tough spot. The storm, one of the strongest to hit the Caribbean, dumped a ton of rain. This caused the Rio Cauto, Cuba's longest river, to overflow. The floodwaters cut off a major road. This road connects Havana in the west to big cities like Santiago and Guantanam
The Caribbean is reeling from the aftermath of Storm Melissa, which has left at least 50 people dead and widespread destruction in its wake. This storm, one of the strongest ever recorded in the region, has caused significant damage across Jamaica, Haiti, and Cuba. In Jamaica, the impact was severe
In India, politics often runs in the family. For many years, the Nehru-Gandhi family has been a big name in Indian politics. They have been involved since India gained independence. This has led to the idea that leading in politics can be passed down through families. This is not just true for the N
China just sent a new crew to its space station, Tiangong. This mission, called Shenzhou-21, is pretty special. It's carrying three astronauts, or taikonauts as China calls them, and something even more unusual: four live mice. This is the first time China has sent mammals to space. The crew includ
A mysterious traveler from beyond our solar system, known as 3I/ATLAS, has just made its closest approach to the sun. This comet, which originated far away, is now on a path that will take it out of our cosmic neighborhood, but not before giving astronomers a few more months to study it. The comet,
