Why Do We Laugh? Here's the Science Behind Chuckles and Laughter

Medicine & Technology Jun 18, 2023

The physiology of laughter is actually quite complex, as it involves various brain and body regions. Read to learn more.

The Science of Laughter: Why April Fool's Day Pranks Make Us Laugh

Mar 31, 2023

They say laughter is the best medicine. This year's April Fool's Day, learn how pranks and jokes make people laugh. Read this article to know the story behind the prank lovers' favorite holiday.

Laughing Pattern: New Study Reveals Babies Laugh Like Chimpanzees

Sep 01, 2021

A study published recently showed that the laughing pattern is like that of great apes. Specifically, it was found that human adults mainly laugh during exhalation.

Do Animals Laugh? Scientists Tallied 65 Different Creatures That Do

May 18, 2021

Vocalizations made by animals are identified as their way of laughing which is closely associated to play, and scientists have identified all animals that could laugh.

3 Reasons Why Laughter is Good for Your Mind and Body

Jan 07, 2021

Laughter is said to draw people together and activate both healthy physical and emotional changes in our bodies.

People Lose Their Laughter in Stifling Formality in the Workplace

Oct 13, 2020

Researchers found that the daily laughter rate of workers start to decrease at the age of 23, a proof that humor suffers due to the stiff office formalities.

This New Zealand Parrot Species Named 'Kea' Can Spread Laughter With An Emotionally Contagious Call

Mar 21, 2017

Messerli Research Institute scientists found a species of parrot with a unique behavior at Southern Island of New Zealand. This parrot Named, Kea can make its friends laugh with their emotionally contagious call.