Console startup sounds are supposed to be iconic. Memorable. Maybe even comforting. But let’s be honest—some of them were straight-up annoying. Whether it was the audio equivalent of a jump scare or a ...

Summer, for most, is all about rest and relaxation. But there will always be those sounds that inevitably disrupt our Zen at the most inopportune times. Whether it be something that jolts us out of a ...

The sound of someone sniffling can be irritating, but that has almost nothing to do with the sound itself, new Carnegie Mellon University research shows. “It’s not the sound, it’s how I feel about the ...

Clicking pens, popping gum, tapping of fingernails – what are common but annoying sounds for many can be especially triggering for those with misphonia, a neurological disorder characterized by ...

Struggling with misophonia — an experience of extremely strong anxiety, disgust, and irritation in response to certain sounds — can make everyday activities unbearable. Research has found that this ...

Kailey Galaviz and Jeff Roper share the list of banished words for 2025 revealed by Lake Superior State University. These are words they say are overused and aren't popular anymore. Plus, find out ...

Late at night, your house comes alive with mysterious sounds – creaks, groans and pops that spark imagination and concern. While these noises rarely signal danger, understanding their true causes ...

Our world is loud, bright, and overwhelming in a lot of other senses. So, it's not unfounded to be affected by it. But did you know that sometimes your overwhelming feelings towards sounds, for ...