Many people have been in the shower when that brilliant, light bulb moment suddenly strikes! It can seem like a strange place to have great ideas, but researchers say “shower thoughts” are pretty common. So, why do so many people get a spark of creativity while washing up?

Finding a great deal online can be a satisfying feeling, but new research suggests many sellers on Amazon are being less than honest to shoppers. A collaborative study finds over a quarter of vacuum cleaners sold on Amazon have at some point pretended to offer a discount when in actuality the price increased.

Have you ever had that weird feeling that you’ve experienced the same exact situation before, even though that’s impossible? Sometimes it can even seem like you’re reliving something that already happened. This phenomenon, known as déjà vu, has puzzled philosophers, neurologists and writers for a very long time.

The distracted teenage driver habitually glancing at their phone as they speed down the highway may sound like a cliche, but new research finds such scenarios are reality troublingly often. Study authors find that all teens, regardless of gender, were prone to risky behaviors like cellphone use and speeding while driving.

Halloween is fast approaching, and a group of killer whales are making their own horror movie in the waters near South Africa. In the first video of its kind, researchers have documented a group of orcas hunting down and killing a great white shark.

You either love beer, or you run the other way at the sight of it. In an effort to figure out how to make the drink more widely palatable, Belgian scientists have successfully engineered a gene responsible for the strong flavor of beer and other alcoholic beverages.

The more omega-3, the more you’ll thrive, new research suggests. Middle-aged adults who consume more foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids (like oily fish) or omega-3 supplements are more likely to be better thinkers and avoid dementia.

Fear of missing out (FOMO) can influence students to break both the law and the honor system, new research explains. Two studies found an association between FOMO among college students and illicit behavior, including illegal drug use and cheating on exams.

Most health experts would likely agree that yoga and meditation are great ways to maintain strong mental health. Research shows their effects may also translate to physical health as well.

It’s no secret that pregnant women should avoid alcohol and cigarettes for the health of their baby. Now, researchers from Penn State say it may be a good idea to also stay away from Tylenol as well.

Petting dogs may make even the grumpiest person more sociable, according to new research. Researchers in Switzerland say seeing, feeling, and touching a dog boosts neurons in the pre-frontal cortex — the area of the brain that helps regulate emotional interactions.

A new report out of Florida argues medical marijuana can contribute mightily to ending the U.S. opioid crisis. Researchers believe medicinal cannabis can serve as a viable pain management alternative to opioids.

Many people seem to be living their best life on social media, but behind the screens, nothing could be farther from the truth. New research finds that people who constantly use social media are more likely to develop depression within six months, regardless of their personality type.

Is your conscious mind really in charge of your decisions? A team in Boston has created a new theory of consciousness which tries to explain how it developed and what role it serves.

Silkworm thread has been turned into the world’s most powerful natural material, according to new research. Scientists in China say they’ve made it 70 percent stronger than a spider’s silk by removing a sticky outer layer and spinning it manually.

If you know a teen in need of more regular shut-eye, researchers from Rush University Medical Center have two suggestions: teach them strong time management skills and consider trying bright light therapy.

Amazon’s “Prime Day” is coming back on October 11th and 12th, and researchers from Lehigh University say you may end up spending even more money during this special event than you do on Black Friday this year.

Far more women are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease than men. In fact, close to two-thirds of the over five million Americans living with the most common form of dementia are female.

New research conducted by Brazilian scientists reports transgender women’s hearts and lungs remain stronger than those of their cisgender peers, even after years of hormone therapy. More specifically, transgender women’s heart and lung capacity and strength exceeds that of cisgender women.

Owning a dog often winds up being far more expensive than one might expect. To that point, a British vet is sharing the dog breeds he wouldn’t have as a pet — because they have a history of health problems and land owners with massive bills.

A seasonal change in movement of the huge Antarctic ice sheet has been observed for the first time. Researchers from the University of Cambridge say rapid melting could lead to higher rises in sea levels than previously feared.

Low-sugar alcoholic drinks are luring young women into a false belief they also contain less booze, a new study warns. Researchers from the University of Melbourne say consumers are often drawn to the “health halo” around low-sugar products.

Who is most likely to flirt – or potentially harass – their co-workers in order to move up? New research on sexual behavior in the workplace points to men in low-power positions.

Looking for a new job is rarely easy, and some things make it even harder than it probably should be. In a new poll, job hunters reveal their biggest complaints when looking for a new role.

Nanoplastics are making their way into our food, and likely accumulating in our bodies as a result, according to a recent study. Researchers from the University of Eastern Finland have created a fingerprint-based technique to detect tiny plastic particles in organisms.

Don’t worry if you fall off the diet wagon – initial failure is a necessary step to a successful diet, a new study reveals. It is very common to put weight back on as soon as a diet is over, but researchers at York University in Canada conclude that this may actually not be a bad thing.

Already featured in this year’s edition of Guinness World Records and “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert,” the world’s whitest paint just got an upgrade. This incredible pigment was already capable of keeping surfaces cool, thus reducing the need for air conditioning.

Time to switch to the “early bird special.” A new study finds eating dinner late at night increases a number of factors that can lead to obesity.

Weighted blankets could be a simple solution for those looking to get better sleep each night. A new study shows that young adults using a weighted blanket increased their production of the sleep-promoting hormone melatonin.

While freshly fallen auburn-colored leaves and costumed children filled with joy can bring smiles to all of us on the final day of October, we all know what Halloween is really about. (That’s the treats, and not the tricks, of course.)

A simple eye test that measures the veins and arteries in the retina can predict death from cardiovascular disease, a new study reveals. The test combines artificial intelligence (AI) with scans of the retina, a membrane at the back of the eyes that contains light sensitive cells.

Chimpanzees and gorillas may be different species, but that doesn’t mean they can’t get along, a new study reveals. Scientists from Washington University in St. Louis have found the first evidence that these two primate species not only interact with each other socially, but they also build long-lasting relationships in the wild.