Why does pooping feel so good?

Why does pooping feel so good?

It's a widely recognized phenomenon among coffee enthusiasts: after savoring a strong cup, a distinct and often prompt urge for a bowel movement can arise. Following this physiological process, a profound sense of relief typically washes over. This common human...

Daylight saving time 2025: When does the time change, and why?

Daylight saving time 2025: When does the time change, and why?

The biannual clock adjustment is on the horizon as North America prepares to exit Daylight Saving Time (DST). On Sunday, November 2, 2025, residents across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico will "fall back," moving their clocks back by one hour at 2:00 AM local time,...

Five with MIT ties elected to National Academy of Medicine for 2025

Five with MIT ties elected to National Academy of Medicine for 2025

During its annual meeting on October 20, the National Academy of Medicine (NAM) announced the election of 100 new members. This esteemed group includes Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) faculty members Dina Katabi and Facundo Batista, alongside three...