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The strange reason your brain 'creates' voices in the shower

Surgeon explains why you hear 'someone yelling for help, your phone ringing, or your name being called' in the shower: 'Might get a bit trippy'

February 10, 2026 9:07 pm

Hearing voices or sounds in the shower is often a harmless brain illusion called auditory pareidolia, experts explain.

Researchers were able to confirm through isotope testing that the city’s oldest bathing facilities, known as the Republican Baths, which were built long before Roman rule, were supplied by wells and rarely renewed. (Image:X/ Earth.com)

Study reveals Pompeii’s public baths were riddled with human waste

January 21, 2026 11:54 am

New research suggests that the Romans' early bathhouses relied on polluted groundwater and infrequent water changes before aqueducts improved hygiene.

Are you guilty of storing your toothbrush inside the cabinet?

‘So the proper way of storing it is…’: Dentist explains why your toothbrush cover is a ‘hell no’, shares safer ways to store it and prevent bacterial overgrowth

December 09, 2025 2:29 pm

He emphasised the importance of properly drying your toothbrush after use

7 Japanese real estate inspired bathroom decor ideas for a calm and mindful home

October 27, 2025 6:04 pm

In Japanese culture, bathrooms are sanctuaries where simplicity, nature, and ritual merge into everyday life.

How washroom anxiety is affecting employee health and productivity

October 21, 2025 3:35 pm

Many Indian employees are holding in their urine for hours, overthinking before answering nature's call

65% of modern urban homes now have humidity-controlled bathrooms; these 5 plants are redefining green luxury

October 18, 2025 11:15 pm

Greenery in bathrooms adds color, texture, and a spa-like vibe, making the space feel more inviting and luxurious.

Can using hand dryers in public washrooms make you sick?

September 28, 2025 9:30 am

Carry paper towels from home and make sure you wash them after use to reduce the risk of carrying and spreading bacteria everywhere.

Why you must avoid taking a hot shower immediately after a workout

September 14, 2025 4:14 pm

Exercise makes blood vessels expand and muscles crave more oxygen

‘Nearly 1 in 10 US employees have considered quitting their job’: New survey reveals hidden reason behind workplace stress

August 28, 2025 5:31 pm

Have you ever faced this kind of anxiety at your workplace?

'There is a chance of electric shock when...': Cardiologist clarifies whether you should keep your geyser on while bathing

August 24, 2025 10:29 am

Regular servicing of the geyser, using proper earthing, and checking the wiring are also very important. People should avoid touching metal taps, switches, or the geyser directly with wet hands.