Suddenly, you yawn too, almost like a reflex. But why? Is yawning just your body’s way of saying you’re tired, or is there more going on? In this article, we’ll explore the science behind ...

Seeing or hearing someone yawn can make you yawn. This phenomenon is not limited to humans; some animals experience contagious yawning, too. But why is yawning contagious? Brain cells called ...

Humans aren't alone when it comes to yawning — all vertebrates do it too, including fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals. But why? The "evolutionarily ancient" act of yawning likely ...

Yawning may help cool down the brain When temperatures in the brain rise above its baseline — because of increases in mental processing while focusing on a task, exercising or being anxious or ...

Is it true that we yawn when our brains are deprived of oxygen? Most of us can feel a yawn coming on. The muscles in our jaw begin to tighten, our nostrils might flare, and our eyes might tear up ...

After a hearty lunch at work, you and your co-workers go into a meeting. First one colleague starts to yawn, then a second and finally it’s your turn. Many biological explanations have been put ...

It’s all about empathy and mirror neurons. Here’s the quick science behind it. Yawning happens when you open your mouth, take a deep breath and take in air without even thinking about it.

Yawning happens when you open your mouth, take a deep breath and take in air without even thinking about it. You might be tired, bored or waking up. Most people yawn six to 23 times a day – even ...

Below Deck Mediterranean star Captain Sandy Yawn and her fiancée, Leah Shafer, tied the knot on Saturday, May 11. “Captain Sandy TIES THE KNOT ,” Yawn, 59, announced via Instagram on ...

It does not necessarily reflect the view of The Herald. For anyone who grew up in the 1970s, Bagpuss is bound to hold fond memories. The children’s show is marking its 50th birthday, having ...

Today marks the 50th birthday of Bagpuss, but what came next for the human stars of the beloved show? Many viewers will have fond memories of cosying up to watch the adventures of 'The Most ...

Fifty years ago today, the nation was first introduced to Bagpuss, the pink and white cat who would come to life alongside friends to inspect broken or lost items left by his owner, Emily.