The novel on your nightstand may be doing more for your empathy and cognitive health than you think
A popular narrative across Instagram Reels, business podcasts and magazine covers is that people who are smart and serious about growth read nonfiction. Nonfiction directly provides factual information and real-world knowledge, whereas fiction, like novels and poetry, is treated as a less practical cousin. Now, a recent study has asked whether fiction really is just entertainment.
The New York Giants secured a crucial victory over the Tennessee Titans in a game that highlighted the need for improvement. Despite facing a poor 0-3 team, the Giants managed to win thanks to a stellar performance by rookie interception specialist Jevon Holland. Earlier in the second half, Holland made a dazzling end-zone interception that saved the game from a potential collapse similar to the five fourth-quarter losses the Giants experienced last season.
Head coach John Harbaugh praised the team's resilience, stating that wins rarely come without mistakes and that the Giants needed to find a way to win in tough situations. The Giants' performance featured contributions from multiple players, including rookie placekicker Dominic Zvada, who went 4 for 4 on field goals, and rookie punter Jordan Stout, who consistently backed the Titans up.
However, the game was marred by 10 penalties for 88 yards, which limited scoring opportunities. Rookie quarterback Jameis Winston avoided a fatal mistake that could have secured a loss, and veteran tight end Chris Manhertz reflected on the team's past struggles with fourth-quarter leads. The Giants remain focused on cleaning up their mistakes and improving their overall performance, especially at quarterback, where they plan to add at least one new player.
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