Bonds

Bonds between friends is one of the core themes in Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth, and plays a bigger role than ever in terms of gameplay. By building strong relationships between Cloud and the entire cast of characters, you will not only unlock powerful new moves for every pair you can perform, but also open them up as potential partners on a date in the latter part of the game. Unlike some other games, there's no gift-giving mechanic to boost your bonds in Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth, meaning you will need to do a bit more…

Scientists have long acknowledged the significance of social bonds in improving quality of life, reducing stress, and prolonging lifespan among diverse species. A new study attempts to explore this subject further, looking into the neural mechanisms behind such bonds in the context of romantic and enduring partnerships.The study, published in the journal eLife, has unveiled the first comprehensive brain map detailing the regions activated in prairie voles during mating and pair bonding.The small Midwestern rodents are…

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain By its very nature, friendship is anarchic: it has few rules and is not regulated by the government. Our friendships are usually egalitarian, flexible and non-exclusive. We treat our friends as individuals and care about their interests. We support them and don't tell them what to do; our friendships fit around, rather than govern, our lives. …

After an attempt at providing more visibility to marginalized communities, Aussie backlash ensued as a brand featured a bearded, non-binary model in a bikini, sparking boycott calls and a heated debate over inclusion and representation. The targeted model has since responded.                                      Bonds, recognized as an iconic Australian underwear brand, used non-binary model Mikey Sakinofsky to promote their new Pride 2024 collection. Highlights Australian brand Bonds faced backlash for featuring a…

Scientists have engineered an enzyme to break down silicon-carbon bonds in siloxanes, marking a significant step towards making these widespread and environmentally persistent chemicals biodegradable. This innovation, achieved through directed evolution, paves the way for more effective management of silicone waste. Above is an artist’s depiction of an artificially evolved enzyme breaking a silicon-carbon bond. Credit: Caltech/DowScientists have successfully engineered an enzyme capable of breaking down the stubborn…

007 isn’t just a man known for his slick trigger finger for her majesty, he’s also got his own way with words. As the James Bond movies have offered many quotable lines for fans to throw out at the right time, it’d be a shame not to celebrate that fact. So let’s take some time and discuss the lines that best sum up the wit and wisdom of Commander Bond.(Image credit: Danjaq, LLC and MGM)“Bond. James Bond.” - Dr. No (1962)Introducing himself to the world in the 1962 classic Dr. No, Sean Connery’s initial iteration of 007…

The public may not yet know who the next actor will be to fill the polished, often knife-equipped, shoes of M16’s top 00 agent – James Bond, but we do have a better idea of what type of vehicle he may be driving to evade the baddies when he makes his on-screen debut. Following an existing supply agreement with Aston Martin, Lucid Motors’ CEO and CTO Peter Rawlinson hinted that James Bond’s next vehicle could be 100% electric. Ian Fleming’s James Bond franchise has long outlived the UK writer and…

A Columbia University study shows that positive adult-child relationships during childhood enhance adult mental health, regardless of adverse childhood experiences. The research indicates that social relationships, excluding peer relationships, reduce depression and anxiety risks, challenging traditional notions of resilience factors like family religiosity. Credit: SciTechDaily.comRelationships with caring adults provide a buffer against depression and anxiety, regardless of adverse childhood experiences.A Columbia…

Rapper Kanye West may be more bark than bite — but it seems he had some metalwork done on the latter.The controversial “Vultures” rapper, who continues to face criticism for his antisemitic views, flaunted a pair of metal grills inspired by a James Bond villain on Wednesday. Ye posted a photo of his teeth encased in a shiny solid metal accessory to his Instagram story. In addition to showing off the designer dentures, Ye shared a screenshot of a Google search for “james bond jaws,” a metal-mouthed villain portrayed by…

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse LoughreyGet our The Life Cinematic email for freeThe Oscar-winning costume designer who picked out Daniel Craig’s now-iconic electric blue Casino Royale swimming trunks has revealed she took a souvenir pair home.Lindy Hemming, 75, who has fitted out superhuman haracters from Batman to Lara Croft admitted to having a stash of props she has squirrelled away while reflecting on her illustrious behind-the-lens career.Casino Royale was…