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Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Horoscope For Today, July 14: The 2 Signs Having The Best Day
Happy Monday! Your July 14 horoscope is here. The moon is in Pisces, heightening our emotions and intuition. Lean into your dreams and visions today. You'll be able to manifest them easily. The signs having the best day are Aquarius and Pisces. Check out all of TODAY's horoscopes. To maintain your momentum now, you will need to keep your eye on the big picture. Don't get sidetracked by your emotions. Take care of your needs before getting involved with other things, or you could catch a case of grumpiness that will be hard to shake. A passive-aggressive dynamic with friends could cause discomfort, but as long as you act with integrity, there is nothing to worry about. Once you get caught up in a defensive emotional pattern, it is hard to hit the brakes. Try not to assume what others think of you today. Secret doubts and fears could sabotage your best efforts to stay inspired. Consistency is your best defense. Your obligations may clash with the need to get out and let loose. Fulfilling your commitments as soon as possible will lead to guilt-free satisfaction. You might feel like you are being called out today, but the best way to defend your reputation is by walking your talk. Rushing through your duties will only make you spin your wheels. Take a measured approach to your tasks to avoid getting discouraged or frustrated. Before you start feeling like you can never catch a break, ask yourself if you are holding yourself back from the things that are escaping your grasp. Resist taking the bait if members try to start drama. Try to stay in your lane to avoid the situation. Your wants and needs could clash now. Look for ways to allocate budget space for both. Be mindful of your needs. Your mind could overheat while figuring out what loose ends need tying before the week starts. Take things one step at a time. This article was originally published on
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Researchers Discover Possible Secret to Better Memory
The secret to a better memory might be tied to your emotions. This is according to a study done by the Hangzhou Normal University in China that was published in the Journal of Neuroscience. The study included 44 university students who were shown 144 squiggly shapes, each of which were followed by a positive, neutral or negative image. Then, the process was repeated two more times for each student. After a 24-hour break, students were given a recognition memory test and the results revealed that students had better recall of the squiggly shapes that were followed by positive images. "Our findings revealed that positive emotions enhanced the retrieval of meaningless squiggles compared to negative emotions," the study said. "These results provide neural evidence for the enhanced memory performance of items associated with positive emotions and shed light on the mechanisms underlying memory formation in emotional contexts," researchers concluded. Researchers did see a similar level of increased brain activity for negative emotions as compared to positive ones, but that did not lead to better recall. The belief is that could be a result of heightened alertness for potential threats due to negative emotions. While a small study, this does lend to the idea that being positive helps in retaining information. Just something to keep in mind if you want to improve your Discover Possible Secret to Better Memory first appeared on Men's Journal on Jul 12, 2025
BBC News
6 days ago
- Science
- BBC News
University of Lincoln finds tortoises have human-like feelings
Tortoises can feel human emotions, like optimism and positivity, a University of Lincoln study has found. Tests have shown red-footed tortoises experience long-term moods, similar to those of mammals and new findings could help shape how animals are cared for in captivity, according to a university spokesperson. Prof Oliver Burnman, who studies animal behaviour and welfare, said the results "represent a significant shift in our understanding of what reptiles experience". A team of researchers studied 15 red-footed tortoises - chelonoidis carbonaria - using a cognitive bias test, commonly used on mammals and assessed how they reacted to ambiguous situations, analysing how they felt and found tortoises living in "enriched environments" were more optimistic and positive. The experts also conducted anxiety-related tests, which involved exposing the tortoises to new objects and unfamiliar that displayed more optimistic decision-making in the cognitive bias test had less anxious behaviour, results found.A University of Lincoln spokesperson said it was the first clear evidence that animals can experience long-term mood states. The Animal Welfare (Sentience) Act 2022 states animals have the capacity to feel things, which shapes how the law protects Anna Wilkinson, whose expertise is in animal cognition at the university, said: "Animal welfare concerns are reliant upon evidence that a given species has the capacity to experience affective states. "With reptiles becoming increasingly common as pets, it is essential for us to study their moods and emotions to try to understand how captivity may impact them." Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Click here to download the BBC News app from the App Store for iPhone and here to download the BBC News app from Google Play for Android devices.
Globe and Mail
6 days ago
- General
- Globe and Mail
Your daily horoscope: July 10, 2025
A full moon on your birthday means you will have to deal with people whose outlook on life is pointlessly negative. If you cannot get them to cheer up then you must put some distance between you. Don't let your own smile fade for even a second. If you give your family situation some serious thought today you should be able to come up with a solution to a problem that has been bothering you in recent weeks. Be warned though: the full moon could make loved ones rather emotional. Go your own way, do your own thing and ignore those who say you are moving too fast and heading for a fall. Even if they are right you would rather end up with a few bumps and bruises than play safe and bore yourself to tears. Act on what your instincts tell you today, even if friends and family members say you are doing it wrong. You know from long experience there is a deeper part of you that knows all the answers and that is the part which is now coming through. The message of the stars is that if you play to your strengths and focus only on your number one goal you will take great strides between now and the weekend. Ignore the naysayers who claim you are being too ambitious for your own good. Don't waste your time trying to challenge someone who is clearly way above you in the power stakes. You may think you have more talent than they do, and you may be right, but now is not a good time to take them on. Your mind is working so fast at the moment that friends and colleagues will struggle to keep up with your ideas. It would be easy to get frustrated with them but pointless as well. Accept that they are human and have limits – as indeed do you! Keep telling yourself that no matter how big some of your problems may be, in the greater scheme of things they are of little importance. Today's full moon will highlight areas where you tend to be too hard on yourself. Lighten up a bit. If you keep your eyes and ears open today you will see an opportunity that other people have missed. Once you realize you can use it to your advantage you really must do so. Don't feel sorry for those who think and move too slowly. You must be on your guard today because the full moon warns that someone you work or do business with is aiming to make a profit at your expense. Don't make it easy for them by being too easygoing in your attitude towards money. There may be a dozen things you want to get done today but there is only one thing that MUST get done. The fact that you have been putting it off for weeks or even months makes it even more essential that you get on with it now! A positive attitude is a must today. The full moon could make it hard for you to see how your efforts are making much of a difference but the fact is they are and if you force yourself to believe that you will make rapid progress. If you can't seem to get your hands on what you want most from life do not despair. The current full moon is sure to place obstacles in your path but come the weekend the way ahead will be clear and your dream will be on again. Discover more about yourself at
Vogue
7 days ago
- General
- Vogue
How to Make the Most of a Full Moon
The full moon has captivated humans for millennia. It's inspired the lyrics of songs; been the subject of conspiracy theory; the source of creepy folklore. Across cultures and traditions, the moon's mystique has long been revered—the moon is said to represent everything from femininity to emotions to the cycles of death and rebirth. Of course, the moon isn't just symbolic—it's also necessary for life on earth as we know it. It provides seasonal weather stability, dictates the length of the day, and controls the Earth's axial tilt. Without the moon, our planet might literally spin off into space, out of control. It also may not be a coincidence that most menstruating women's monthly cycles are around 28 days long—the same amount of time that the moon takes to complete its own cycle from new to full. 'The moon and its different phases have a real influence on countless things, from animals and humans to the tides and climate,' explains author Danielle Copperman. With that all in mind, it's no wonder so many of us like to keep tabs on the moon. As the next full moon—the 'Stag Moon' taking place in the sign of Capricorn on July 10th—arrives, it seems only fitting that we make the most of it, too. What are the different phases of the moon? The moon's cycle lasts 28 days, during which time it moves from new moon to waxing to full moon to waning. Energetically speaking, these fullness cycles can represent our own cycles and timing. For example, when the moon goes from new to waxing, it gradually appears to 'fill' with light, and thus is believed to bring energy and abundance. According to many traditions, this is the ideal time to manifest your goals and desires. Conversely, when the moon goes from full to waning, its light narrows, making it an opportune time to let go and put things in order. This can be literal, in the form of tidying up or decluttering, or personal, as in releasing negative thought patterns or past wounds. While each cycle between the new moon and full moon are periods that signify transformation, the new moon and full moon are usually considered the most opportune and intense. 'They are the beginning and ending points of the cycle and are, therefore, the most powerful,' says Copperman, noting that many people anecdotally report that they feel either energized or strangely down during full and new moons. The impact of the full moon During a full moon, the moon is at its largest and brightest as its entire face is reflecting the light of the sun without being obscured by the shadow of the earth. 'The full moon is a period of illumination that can be very energetic, both when it's 100% full and in the few days leading up to it,' notes Copperman.
