The Winter Olympics returned to Italy in 2026, with Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo hosting the games, marking the first time in two decades that Italy held the event, according to Time. While the games bring triumphs and losses, other news stories are also emerging, including discussions on the nature of consciousness and the economic realities of American life.
The Winter Games have been hosted by 21 cities across 13 different countries since their inception in Chamonix, France, in 1924, according to Time. Milan was hosting for the first time, while Cortina d'Ampezzo became only the fourth city to host the Winter Olympics more than once. Future host cities have already been announced, promising more opportunities for athletes and fans alike.
Meanwhile, the exploration of consciousness continues to intrigue researchers. Journalist Michael Pollan's upcoming book, "A World Appears," explores how subjective experiences, such as seeing, smelling, and feeling emotions, are shaped by the brain, according to Nature News. Pollan's work suggests that these sensations can be expanded through the use of certain organic compounds.
In the economic sphere, Americans are spending less of their income on food than ever before, according to Vox. This phenomenon, which Bryan Walsh of Vox describes as a "quiet economic miracle," may not always feel that way to consumers.
Additionally, the popularity of certain therapy styles, such as Internal Family Systems, is being examined. While this therapy is gaining traction, its scientific basis is considered shaky, according to Vox. Sigal Samuel of Vox explores why this therapy seems to work despite its dubious claims.
Finally, the reasons behind the human love of games are being explored. Games are often perceived as trivial, but philosopher C. Thi Nguyen argues that they offer insight into human agency, according to Vox. Games demonstrate how people choose goals, submit to constraints, and care deeply about things that may not seem important.
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