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Psilocybin, the active chemical found in magic mushrooms, is a well-known producer of profound changes in perception, which are common to create in the experience of users an exaggerated sense of spatial, temporal, and personal distortions. The latest in scientific studies has begun to decompose the processes by which brains handle these altered states, illustrating…
A revolutionary theory is challenging us to reconsider death and consciousness, as it is proposed that a psychedelic molecule in the brain could hold the key to the elusive reports of near-death experiences. Drawing on neuroscience, psychology, and biochemistry, this theory formulates an intriguing idea of how the mind can shift from life to death….
The Pittsburgh broadcast environment is grieving the loss of Jon Burnett, the legendary weatherman and TV personality for KDKA-TV (CBS Pittsburgh), who passed away at the age of 71. Burnett was a household name in the whole region, not only because of his weather predictions but also because of his kind nature, strong connection with…
Eric Mabius, the actor best known for his role as Daniel Meade in the television series “Ugly Betty,” was taken into custody in the early hours of February 20, 2025, in Nassau County, Florida. The 53-year-old has been charged with the misdemeanor of battery and resisting arrest without violence after an incident at a local…
Luis Rubiales, the ex-boss of the RFEF or the Spanish Football Federation, was found guilty of sexual assault due to kissing player Jenni Hermoso against her will after the awards ceremony of the FIFA Women’s World Cup. According to Spain’s National Court, the aforementioned ruling serves as a landmark ruling in the fight against sexism…
Masterclass Mbappé, at the Santiago Bernabéu, rounded off a hat-trick and then Real Madrid obliterated Manchester City by a 3-1 margin, having already booked a ticket to the round of sixteen of the Champions Cup. This was to convert a first-leg loss by Los Blancos into a 2-1 win-over, winning it in aggregate at 4-3….
Reports say Elon Musk’s security was put under the protection of the United States Marshals Service. This step has sparked controversy surrounding Musk’s powers becoming supreme in national security and law enforcement networks. Growth in the Ole of the Government Musk, who manages several entities such as Tesla, SpaceX, and Neuralink, has similarly impacted government…
A top official at the FDA resigned in protest after mass dismissals involving 90 workers at the agency, an act he described as a public health threat to the integrity of its mission. Jim Jones, Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods, who was active in his resignation just a few days into the office of Health…
As national parks gear up for another hectic year, recent job cuts are leaving staff and visitors uncertain. Approximately 1,000 National Park Service (NPS) workers were let go last week, some of whom were experienced professionals on probationary terms. Activists predict the cuts will have long-term implications for park management and visitor experiences. Kristen Brengel…
Nestled along the Ohio River, Madison, Indiana, is a little town with a lot of attitude. Voted Best Small Town in the Midwest by the readers of USA TODAY, Madison combines history, culture, and nature in a blend that is the ideal weekend escape. Home to the largest contiguous National Historic Landmark District in the…
