Herinda argues that maintaining this ability would take resources from other activities. But others see no reason why people should not be able to learn a huge number of languages.
A new study shows that reminders of one’s homeland can hinder the ability to speak a new language. The findings could help explain why cultural immersion is the most effective way to learn a foreign tongue.
German researchers have examined the ability of nano-sized gold particles to melt lipid membranes surrounding cells, paving the way for dissolving sick cells and curing cancer.
In a confederal system, the central government has no ability to make laws directly applicable to member states unless the members explicitly support such laws.
Hammerhead sharks are consummate predators with mallet-shaped heads that improve their ability to find prey. Their wide heads house a wide array of specialized sensory organs.
Hammerhead sharks are consummate predators with mallet-shaped heads that improve their ability to find prey. Their wide heads house a wide array of specialized sensory organs.
A new study shows that reminders of one’s homeland can hinder the ability to speak a new language. The findings could help explain why cultural immersion is the most effective way to learn a foreign tongue.
A new study shows that reminders of one’s homeland can hinder the ability to speak a new language. The findings could help explain why cultural immersion is the most effective way to learn a foreign tongue.
A new study shows that reminders of one’s homeland can hinder the ability to speak a new language. The findings could help explain why cultural immersion is the most effective way to learn a foreign tongue.
You probably think pigeons are… well, stupid, right? Wrong. Researchers tested pigeons on their ability to use touchscreens similar to those found on your smartphone, and they’re better at it than an awful lot of humans.
You probably think pigeons are… well, stupid, right? Wrong. Researchers tested pigeons on their ability to use touchscreens similar to those found on your smartphone, and they’re better at it than an awful lot of humans.
The gliding ability of the flying squirrel is attributed to a parachute-like membrane which stretches from wrist to ankle. Their tail is used as a rudder, as well as an air brake for landing.
The gliding ability of the flying squirrel is attributed to a parachute-like membrane which stretches from wrist to ankle. Their tail is used as a rudder, as well as an air brake for landing.
The gliding ability of the flying squirrel is attributed to a parachute-like membrane which stretches from wrist to ankle. Their tail is used as a rudder, as well as an air brake for landing.
The gliding ability of the flying squirrel is attributed to a parachute-like membrane which stretches from wrist to ankle. Their tail is used as a rudder, as well as an air brake for landing.
The holistic pattern of long-term memory formation consists of our ability to strengthen new synaptic connections and weaken the old ones. As we get older, our brains become full of memories that we struggle to forget.
The holistic pattern of long-term memory formation consists of our ability to strengthen new synaptic connections and weaken the old ones. As we get older, our brains become full of memories that we struggle to forget.
Monsieur Mangetout from Grenoble France has been eating metal and glass since 1959. Gastroenterologists describe his ability to consume 900 grams (2 lb) of metal a day as "unique."
A curved glass interferes with the ability to judge alcohol intake. We rely on visual cues, like the height of liquid left in our glass, to tell us how much we've had and when to slow down - but that glass can be deceiving.
A curved glass interferes with the ability to judge alcohol intake. We rely on visual cues, like the height of liquid left in our glass, to tell us how much we've had and when to slow down - but that glass can be deceiving.
Monsieur Mangetout from Grenoble France has been eating metal and glass since 1959. Gastroenterologists describe his ability to consume 900 grams (2 lb) of metal a day as "unique."
They had lost the ability to enunciate words but could still mimic a range of human vocal sounds, from a child’s high-pitched warble to a man’s deep tones.
They had lost the ability to enunciate words but could still mimic a range of human vocal sounds, from a child’s high-pitched warble to a man’s deep tones.
Claimed as the world's most popular martial art in terms of number of practitioners, Taekwondo is renowned for its stunning kicks, combining physical ability and mental strength.
Record holder, adventurer, and daredevil, Wim Hof is nicknamed the Iceman for his ability to withstand, and even thrive, in temperatures that could be fatal to the average person.
Parrots are famed for their ability to mimic sounds and now researchers have used 'virtual mates' to discover if female parrots judge male contact calls when deciding on a mate.
Beyblades, battling tops made by Hasbro, are the hot toy this Christmas season, popular for their ability to be customized for stamina, style and offense.