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What Delusions Can Tell Us About The Cognitive Nature Of Belief
Beliefs are convictions of reality that we accept as true. They provide us with the basic mental scaffolding to understand and engage meaningfully in our world. Beliefs remain fundamental to our behaviour and identity, but are not well understood.
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Roman Empire Flourished After Volcanic Eruption, New Study Reveals
A recent study challenges the long-standing belief that the Roman Empire’s decline was caused by volcanic eruptions and the Justinianic plague. Instead, the research reveals that the eastern Roman Empire, during the 6th century, experienced significant growth in population and trade. This new perspective, drawn from large-scale archaeological dat...
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Manchester United Embarrassed By Bournemouth, Chelsea Held At Everton
United's second successive loss after their League Cup exit at Tottenham on Thursday underlined Ruben Amorim's belief that their road back to the top will be long and arduous.
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Earth's Hidden Treasure: Mountain Of Hydrogen Could End Fossil Fuel Era, Study Finds
The discovery challenges previous beliefs that hydrogen, being a small molecule, would not accumulate in large quantities underground.
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Friday The 13th: The Truth Behind The World's Most Feared Day
Friday the 13th is widely considered an unlucky day, rooted in centuries-old superstitions from Norse mythology and Biblical traditions. Both Friday and the number 13 have long been regarded as symbols of bad luck in Western cultures.
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The Key To Success? Scientists Say It Starts With Belief In Growth
Analyzing data from over 1,500 participants aged 13 to 77, researchers found that individuals with a positive outlook are more driven and determined to achieve their goals.
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Space For Various Beliefs In Democracy But Should Conform With Constitution: Top Court
The Supreme Court on Friday said in a democracy there was always space for different ideologies but those beliefs had to be in conformity with the Constitution.
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"Your Beliefs, Your Values...": Priyanka Gandhi's 1st Speech In Wayanad As MP
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra today addressed supporters in Kerala for the first time since she entered parliament. She thanked a huge crowd in Kerala's Mukkam for supporting and making her an MP.
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Researchers Find Evidence of the Oldest Alphabetic Writing in Human History in Syria
Clay cylinders bearing alphabetic inscriptions have been discovered in a 2400 BCE tomb at Tell Umm-el Marra, Syria. The find challenges prior beliefs about the origin and timeline of alphabetic writing, previously thought to have emerged around 1900 BCE in Egypt. The artefacts, unearthed by Johns Hopkins University researchers, include Early Bronze...
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Vivesini OTT Release Date: When and Where to Watch Tamil Thriller Movie Online?
Vivesini, a Tamil thriller, is now streaming on Aha Tamil OTT, following an 11-month gap since its theatrical release on December 15, 2023. Directed by Bhavan Rajagopalan, the film follows a young woman’s journey into a mysterious forest to challenge the superstitions haunting her village. Alongside her friends, she uncovers hidden truths, encoun...
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After A Meteoric Rise, Artificial Intelligence Progress Now Slowing Down?
A quietly growing belief in Silicon Valley could have immense implications: the breakthroughs from large AI models -- the ones expected to bring human-level artificial intelligence in the near future -- may be slowing down.
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Why A Low-Salt Diet Could Be Risky For Some People, According To A Doctor
Taking to X, Dr. Sudhir Kumar from Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, in a post on X, said: "There is a common belief that salt is unhealthy".
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Chinese Woman Sparks Outrage After Sharing Video Of Son Urinating On Family's Meal
In China, a mothers social media post ignited a fierce debate when she shared an unusual family incident: her young son urinated on a dining table, and the family continued to eat the meal.
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Arjun Kapoor Thanks Fans For Loving Singham Again: "Your Belief In Me Means The World"
Arjun shared a heartfelt note on Instagram, reflecting on his journey from a "boy" with Ishaqzaade to "manic energy" in Singham Again
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Animals Fear Humans More Than Lions In South Africa's Wild: Study
Over 10,000 recordings showed that 95% of animals reacted more strongly to human sounds than lion roars, challenging the belief that animals would habituate to humans in non-hunting environments.
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What Delusions Can Tell Us About The Cognitive Nature Of Belief
Beliefs are convictions of reality that we accept as true. They provide us with the basic mental scaffolding to understand and engage meaningfully in our world. Beliefs remain fundamental to our behaviour and identity, but are not well understood.
-
Roman Empire Flourished After Volcanic Eruption, New Study Reveals
A recent study challenges the long-standing belief that the Roman Empire’s decline was caused by volcanic eruptions and the Justinianic plague. Instead, the research reveals that the eastern Roman Empire, during the 6th century, experienced significant growth in population and trade. This new perspective, drawn from large-scale archaeological dat...
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Manchester United Embarrassed By Bournemouth, Chelsea Held At Everton
United's second successive loss after their League Cup exit at Tottenham on Thursday underlined Ruben Amorim's belief that their road back to the top will be long and arduous.
-
Earth's Hidden Treasure: Mountain Of Hydrogen Could End Fossil Fuel Era, Study Finds
The discovery challenges previous beliefs that hydrogen, being a small molecule, would not accumulate in large quantities underground.
-
Friday The 13th: The Truth Behind The World's Most Feared Day
Friday the 13th is widely considered an unlucky day, rooted in centuries-old superstitions from Norse mythology and Biblical traditions. Both Friday and the number 13 have long been regarded as symbols of bad luck in Western cultures.
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The Key To Success? Scientists Say It Starts With Belief In Growth
Analyzing data from over 1,500 participants aged 13 to 77, researchers found that individuals with a positive outlook are more driven and determined to achieve their goals.
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Space For Various Beliefs In Democracy But Should Conform With Constitution: Top Court
The Supreme Court on Friday said in a democracy there was always space for different ideologies but those beliefs had to be in conformity with the Constitution.
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"Your Beliefs, Your Values...": Priyanka Gandhi's 1st Speech In Wayanad As MP
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra today addressed supporters in Kerala for the first time since she entered parliament. She thanked a huge crowd in Kerala's Mukkam for supporting and making her an MP.
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Researchers Find Evidence of the Oldest Alphabetic Writing in Human History in Syria
Clay cylinders bearing alphabetic inscriptions have been discovered in a 2400 BCE tomb at Tell Umm-el Marra, Syria. The find challenges prior beliefs about the origin and timeline of alphabetic writing, previously thought to have emerged around 1900 BCE in Egypt. The artefacts, unearthed by Johns Hopkins University researchers, include Early Bronze...
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Vivesini OTT Release Date: When and Where to Watch Tamil Thriller Movie Online?
Vivesini, a Tamil thriller, is now streaming on Aha Tamil OTT, following an 11-month gap since its theatrical release on December 15, 2023. Directed by Bhavan Rajagopalan, the film follows a young woman’s journey into a mysterious forest to challenge the superstitions haunting her village. Alongside her friends, she uncovers hidden truths, encoun...
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After A Meteoric Rise, Artificial Intelligence Progress Now Slowing Down?
A quietly growing belief in Silicon Valley could have immense implications: the breakthroughs from large AI models -- the ones expected to bring human-level artificial intelligence in the near future -- may be slowing down.
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Why A Low-Salt Diet Could Be Risky For Some People, According To A Doctor
Taking to X, Dr. Sudhir Kumar from Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, in a post on X, said: "There is a common belief that salt is unhealthy".
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Chinese Woman Sparks Outrage After Sharing Video Of Son Urinating On Family's Meal
In China, a mothers social media post ignited a fierce debate when she shared an unusual family incident: her young son urinated on a dining table, and the family continued to eat the meal.
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Arjun Kapoor Thanks Fans For Loving Singham Again: "Your Belief In Me Means The World"
Arjun shared a heartfelt note on Instagram, reflecting on his journey from a "boy" with Ishaqzaade to "manic energy" in Singham Again
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Animals Fear Humans More Than Lions In South Africa's Wild: Study
Over 10,000 recordings showed that 95% of animals reacted more strongly to human sounds than lion roars, challenging the belief that animals would habituate to humans in non-hunting environments.
