The Feed October 12th

Merge 104.8  |  12 October 2026

Avengers: Endgame is now only $62M away from becoming the first ever $3B movie. The re-release has pushed the film’s total box office to $2.94B worldwide, already surpassing James Cameron’s ‘Avatar’ to become the highest-grossing movie in history.

 

A 25-year-old biologist from Argentina is helping to develop an experimental injectable gel designed to repair heart tissue damaged by heart attacks. The hydrogel aims to encourage blood vessel growth, reduce inflammation and support healing. Early studies are promising, but human trials have yet to begin.

 

New research suggests excessive short-form video use may be linked to changes in brain structure and attention-related areas. Constant exposure to fast-paced content may also make it harder to concentrate on slower, less stimulating activities. While the findings don’t prove that apps like TikTok directly cause brain damage, they highlight the importance of protecting your attention in a distracting digital world.