Why strange or scary dreams happen when you’re sick: The science behind fever dreams explained

Illness, particularly fever, significantly impacts sleep by altering brain activity and body temperature, leading to intense, vivid, and often negative dreams. Elevated temperatures disrupt cognitive functions during REM sleep, causing surreal or frightening dreamscapes. These fever dreams are a normal response to sickness and typically resolve as the body recovers.

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ITR rule update: Govt to notify new IT forms by January 2025; refunds face checks – why CBDT expects a December bounce

New income tax return forms and rules under the simplified Income Tax Act, 2025, will be notified by January 2026, with the law effective April 1. CBDT Chairman Ravi Agrawal stated the department aims for simpler compliance and expects to meet direct tax collection targets, with refunds being scrutinized due to discrepancies and wrong claims.

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Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’: How students are rethinking their paths in higher education

President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed July 4, 2025, reshapes federal student loans by capping graduate borrowing, eliminating Grad PLUS loans, and altering repayment plans. A U.S. News survey shows over 60% of students expect personal impact, with many reconsidering degrees, course loads, or financing paths. Rising stress highlights the law’s sweeping effect…

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Lights, camera, shut down! Who is Jimmy Kimmel? Star host’s remarks on Charlie Kirk ends his late-night show

Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, has been suspended indefinitely by ABC following controversial remarks he made about the death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk. The suspension came after criticism from the FCC and major TV station owners, who threatened fines and license revocation. Donald Trump praised the decision, further shrinking the presence of…

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IND vs ENG 3rd Test: ‘Aggressive batting, unusual pitches behind balls getting soft faster’ – Dukes ball maker

Concerns have arisen regarding the Dukes ball’s rapid softening, impacting bowlers and favoring batsmen, as highlighted by India captain Shubman Gill. Manufacturer Dilip Jajodia attributes this to factors beyond production, including drier pitches due to modern preparation techniques and the increased prevalence of aggressive batting styles in all formats.

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