Keenan Nasution & Vidi Aldiano Resolve “Nuansa Bening” Dispute

Keenan Nasution and Vidi Aldiano Resolve Copyright Dispute Over “Nuansa Bening” Indonesian musician Keenan Nasution has officially ended his legal dispute with the estate of Vidi Aldiano regarding the copyright of the song “Nuansa Bening,” bringing a close to a years-long conflict marked by legal challenges and personal grief. The resolution comes after a period … Read more

Prosocial Brain: Parenting & Empathy Neural Links

The fundamental human drive to nurture isn’t limited to our own offspring, according to new research published this week. Scientists have uncovered a shared neural circuit in mice brains responsible for both parental care and prosocial behaviors directed towards unrelated adults experiencing stress. This finding isn’t just about understanding animal behavior; it offers a compelling … Read more

Pain & Empathy: How Different Types Affect Our Compassion

New research reveals a surprising link between the type of pain experienced and our capacity for empathy. A study conducted at Ruhr University Bochum (RUB) in Germany demonstrates that visceral pain – the kind originating from within the body, like a stomach ache – elicits a stronger empathetic response than somatic pain, such as a … Read more