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For many, early retirement was once the defining ambition of adult working life. No longer. Today, mini-retirements are gaining traction, as young Singaporeans – weary of the nine-to-five grind – take intentional breaks from corporate careers to explore alternative lifestyles and experiences. A mini-retirement is a deliberate mid-career pause, typically lasting six to 12 months, taken to rest, reassess priorities or pursue personal goals, rather than deferring fulfilment until traditional retirement. It’s a shift that’s reshaping how people approach their personal and financial goals. A recent HSBC report found that affluent individuals are increasingly embracing “multi-retirements”, with nearly half planning…

Ryōta Seki, a Ph.D. student at Kyushu University, followed a hunch. As an avid insect enthusiast, he decided to take a closer look at the pine trees on campus one day. That hunch led him to the discovery of a new species of ladybug (also known as ladybirds outside of the United States). And this one — the Parastethorus pinicola, or pine dweller — was black.“Small black ladybirds like these have not been studied much because they are incredibly difficult to identify,” Seki said in a press release from Kyushu University. “They are barely larger than a grain of sand, and they…

Bengaluru women pay Rs 60,000 to get dimples via plastic surgery: Report Doctors, however, caution that dimple creation is not risk-free. Possible complications include swelling, bruising, temporary numbness and, in some cases, oral infections, as the incision is made from inside the cheek.

You may just find that 67 is the sweet spot for claiming Social Security. Here’s why. The Schroders 2025 US Retirement Survey indicated that 44% of nonretired Americans plan to file for Social Security benefits before reaching full retirement age (FRA). While I fully understand why so many people plan to leave the workplace for good before age 67, here are five reasons claiming Social Security benefits at 67 is a smart move: Image source: Getty Images. 1. You’ll receive full benefits While you can claim Social Security retirement benefits as early as 62, your monthly benefit will be about…

40 years ago today, a group of computer animators started Pixar Animation Studios out of a corporate spin-off from Lucasfilm. Pixar would go on to make their first film Toy Story, 9 years later, and over the following 20 years become the most critically admired animation studio in the world. After being turned down 45 times by 36 venture capitalists, George Lucas eventually found the financial backing for Pixar in one Steve Jobs, who had recently been edged out of Apple. With films like Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, Monsters Inc., and Up, Pixar ruled the early 2000s animation space and has picked…

Last Updated:February 03, 2026, 09:05 ISTWorld Cancer Day reminds us that awareness, early detection, and healthy choices today can save lives and prevent cancer tomorrow.World Cancer Day is observed annually on February 4.World Cancer Day 2026: Cancer is one of the most challenging diseases, affecting millions worldwide and impacting not only the body but also emotional and social life. On 4 February, the world observes World Cancer Day, a global initiative led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote accessible care for patients.World Cancer Day 2026: HistoryLaunched on February 4, 2000, at…

Many breast cancer patients go through fear, anxiety, and stress during the course of treatment and recovery. This needs to be addressed to help them cope better. Here are five mental well-being tips …

For many retirees, Social Security inevitably becomes an important income source. And if you don’t want those benefits reduced, you’ll need to wait until full retirement age to file for them. Full retirement age is 67 for anyone born in 1960 or later. However, you’re allowed to sign up for Social Security as early as age 62. And while taking benefits before full retirement age will result in a permanent reduction to your monthly checks, for some people, it’s easy to justify an early filing. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are…

A therapist and author has found some unlikely woolly allies for helping patients find inner peace: her flock of pet sheep. Grace Olson, from Leeds in West Yorkshire, originally trained in equine-assisted therapy, which uses simple horse-care tasks and interaction to spark emotional healing and build confidence. But during one session with a grieving widow, Olson’s sheep, a Texel cross named Merlin, stole the limelight. He pushed himself into her knee, and as she bent down to cuddle him, she laughed,” said Olson. “She hadn’t even smiled for a year. It was brilliant. After that I noticed that every time…

Dhurandhar singer Jasmine Sandlas recently opened up about mental health and revealed her struggle with bipolar disorder. She also said that she was diagnosed with depression. Speaking from her experience, she hailed Deepika Padukone for spreading awareness around mental health.Jasmine Sandlas on bipolar disorder“I have suffered from bipolar disorder and depression. I took intense therapy and medication to heal from a very tough phase of my life,” Sandlas told Hindustan Times.Sandlas went on to talk about people who live their lives without being diagnosed and urged them to seek help.“It’s embarrassing to be judged when you’re already so helpless… It’s…