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Merge 104.8 | 23 November 2025
Playing video games may do more than entertain—it could boost brain health. Studies indicate that gamers tend to experience slower cognitive decline, with brain activity resembling that of someone a decade younger. Researchers suggest that the problem-solving and strategic thinking required in games helps strengthen neural pathways, supporting sharper mental performance over time.
An original first-edition Superman comic from June 1939 has become the most expensive comic book ever sold, fetching $9.12 million at auction. Two brothers discovered it—along with five other comics—in their mother’s attic, tucked beneath old newspapers in a cardboard box. Thinking it might be valuable, they contacted an auction house, which later confirmed the issue was in exceptionally good condition.
Recent studies suggest heavy TikTok and Instagram use may shorten attention spans, weaken self-control, and reduce happiness. Researchers report lower prefrontal brain activity in heavy users and that many people find videos over one minute stressful. This “TikTok Brain” effect stems from constant, quick dopamine hits that make focused attention harder. Experts warn that social media use is increasingly linked to anxiety and depression.
