I have a not-so-secret obsession with birds. My favorite pairs of sneakers, which I wear almost daily, have parrots emblazoned on the sides. There’s bird decor all over my house. And until recently, I ...

Being an expert birdwatcher is more than a hobby. It’s a pastime that may alter the structure and function of your brain. And these changes may enhance cognition even as you age, new research suggests ...