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Ashwagandha is having a moment—researchers want to take this shrub further
Ashwagandha is a small shrub that's having a big moment. Used in traditional Indian medicine for thousands of years, ashwagandha is now one of the most popular herbal supplements in the U.S. because of its professed benefits for sleep and stress. In the U.S. alone, ashwagandha
Why well-known brands invest millions in repetitive advertising
Auto insurance companies are some of the largest advertisers, with top brands spending upward of $1.5 billion per year, even though they're household names. When Geico runs another spot featuring its ubiquitous gecko mascot, or Progressive cranks out another Flo ad, are they
Watch: Frozen river hosts dance party in Kyiv
Residents in the Ukrainian capital are finding joy in unusual places, despite power cuts caused by Russian attacks and freezing winter temperatures.
A world-first mouse that makes gene activity visible
DNA can be thought of as a vast library that stores all genetic information. Cells do not use this information all at once. Instead, they copy only the necessary parts into RNA, which is then used to produce proteins—the essential building blocks of life. This copying process
Gardening for life: Ildikó Enyedi’s new film Silent Friend examines ties between people and plants
Already a hit at several international film festivals, Silent Friend is an emotional and humorous tale of tales set in a German garden centre.
I learned two important pieces of news in this post: 1)...
I learned two important pieces of news in this post: 1) Frozen OJ from concentrate as a product is being discontinued by major producers . 2) Beverage analysts refer to market share as “share of throat.” And I think that’s just lovely. 💬 Join the discussion on kottke.org →
Meta Quest 3S Now the Cheapest VR Headset Option After Sudden Price Drop, While PlayStation VR2 Remains at Full Price
Right now, you can save between $30 and $50 on the Meta Quest 3S depending on how much storage you require. The post Meta Quest 3S Now the Cheapest VR Headset Option After Sudden Price Drop, While PlayStation VR2 Remains at Full Price appeared first on Kotaku .
Where incomes have risen the most (and least) over the past 50 years
One state has seen the typical household income jump nearly 80% — while another has watched it decline.
John Legend, Kesha, and Foo Fighters Reimagine Mariah Carey Classics at 2026 MusiCares Gala
Busta Rhymes, Laufey, Maggie Rogers, Teddy Swims, and Charlie Puth also performed Carey’s songs for her at the Person of the Year event
Salmonella outbreak linked to superfood supplements sickens 65 people across 28 states
At least 14 people have been hospitalized.
Spider-Man 2 is the best PS5 open-world game
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 first hit PS5 in 2023, but set such a high bar for open-world games that none have yet passed it.
How to Watch Royal Rumble 2026 Live Online
With the first major event of the year, the WWE travels goes to Saudi Arabia for Royal Rumble 2026. The pro wrestling event features four matchups, including an Undisputed WWE Championship bout, on Saturday, Jan. 31. The event also features two different “Royal Rumble” matches
The best Elder Scrolls game that isn't an Elder Scrolls game is getting a big patch in February and free DLC in March
And there's a small patch out right now.
Lessons from 1964’s Mississippi Freedom Summer
The recent arson that destroyed Beth Israel, Jackson, Miss.'s only synagogue, recalls that state's dark history of violence toward those supporting racial equality — one stretching back more than 60 years.
