The Hum Might Be in Your Head | Science News

For decades, people worldwide have reported a mysterious low-frequency “Hum” with no clear source—until now. New research from Norway suggests most who hear it aren’t picking up external noise, but instead experience it as internal low-frequency tinnitus, a sound generated within the ear itself. Tests on 28 self-reported Hum listeners found no unusual hearing sensitivity or measurable ear-generated sounds, pointing to subjective perception as the primary cause. This breakthrough reshapes our understanding of human hearing: sometimes, the loudest sounds we hear are the ones we create ourselves. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/96014dfe96f4a629