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Who doesn't love a clever brain teaser puzzle? Also known as rebus puzzles, these visual brain teasers will challenge your wits! How do you play? Study the puzzle and try to think of a common phrase ...

This jigsaw puzzle is a photo of a gum-stick-size chip used to test an antiviral, and it is courtesy Caleb Jia.

Researchers say activities such as crossword puzzles maintain brain health in people ages 50 and older. Here are some other tips to keep your brain sharp. Share on Pinterest “The brain is actually ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." When 2D puzzles are no longer exciting, 3D brain teasers are the way. These handheld puzzles require ...

From our time with The Last of Us Part II Remastered in January to December's Sonic 3 review, we've put 53 takes in… This weekend, we’re dipping into horror, epic fantasy, gripping emotional journeys, ...

Some people solve the New York Times crossword or sit down to a thousand-piece jigsaw puzzle as a fun and relaxing way to spend an evening. Others use expert puzzle strategies to strategize their way ...

From crossword puzzles to Nintendo's formerly trendy "Brain Age" game, the idea of brain training has become somewhat of an accepted idea in today's culture. But however mind-stretching those puzzles ...

Many older adults enjoy “brain games” such as crosswords, sudoku and computer brain-training games. But can they help improve memory? Well, it’s complicated. Sudoku, crossword puzzles and other brain ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? When 2D puzzles are no longer exciting, 3D brain teasers are the way. These handheld ...

Flexing your grey matter is super important, and it only becomes more important as time goes on. Whether you are in for a light diversion for your downtime, or you want to shake the dust off your ...