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1 month ago | now1051.iheart.com | Toby Knapp

Multitasking Myth: Your Brain’s Only Built for TwoEver feel like your brain just can’t juggle more than two things at once? Good news — it’s not just you. It’s science. Researchers have found that the medial prefrontal cortex, the part of your brain responsible for juggling tasks, literally splits in two when managing dual duties. One half tackles Task A, the other half, Task B. But when a third task shows up? Confusion sets in. Your brain’s built-in system short-circuits.

1 month ago | now1051.iheart.com | Toby Knapp

Ā ver wondered what your grilled cheese sandwich preferences reveal about you? Turns out, a lot! If you're all about classic American cheese, you might be easygoing and adaptable. Prefer a sophisticated 15-year aged cheddar? You're probably a bit high maintenanceā€”just a little!But there's more to your favorite sandwich than personality quirks.

1 month ago | now1051.iheart.com | Taylor Shay |Toby Knapp

After losing his wife to cancer in 2016, Phil Pinti of Ellicott City, Maryland, was left to raise two young children on his own. Life didn’t stop—and neither did he. What helped him move forward? Running. The former Marine found healing in hitting the pavement. By 2019, he was a regular at the Marine Corps Marathon and now embraces ultra marathons as both a physical challenge and an emotional release. His next big test?

1 month ago | now1051.iheart.com | Sarah Tate

Photo: Getty ImagesTom Cruise is speaking out following the death of his Top Gun costar Val Kilmer. The Mission: Impossible star shared an emotional tribute to the Batman Forever actor while at CinemaCon in Las Vegas on Thursday (April 3) following Kilmer's death earlier this week, per Variety. "I'd like to honor a dear friend of mine, Val Kilmer," Cruise said, before explaining how honored he was to work with the actor not just on the original 1986 film but its 2022 sequel.

2 months ago | now1051.iheart.com | Toby Knapp

 Ever feel stuffed after a meal but somehow still crave dessert? Science says you’re not alone! Researchers found that sugar activates brain neurons that literally make you want more, thanks to a natural opiate called ß-endorphin. đŸ˜ČAnd guess what? This only happens with sugar—not fats or regular foods!So, do you always have room for dessert? Drop a đŸ« in the comments if you relate! âŹ‡ïž#DessertStomach #ScienceSays #FoodieFacts #SweetTooth #AlwaysRoomForDessert #RandomFactsÂ