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95 years ago today, the horror film Dracula starring Bela Lugosi was released. Adapted from the 1897 novel by Bram Stoker, it’s a tale of Count Dracula, a vampire who emigrates from Transylvania to England and preys upon the blood of living victims. WATCH his reaction to being shown a crucifix… (1931) Directed and co-produced by Tod Browning, Dracula was a commercial and critical success upon release, and led to endless sequels and knock-offs. Lugosi’s performance solidified the character as a cultural icon—the archetypal vampire, and “one of the most unique and powerful roles of the screen,” said one film…

                                What Do You Think? Employees seeking workers’ compensation benefits may sometimes feel their injury is compensable simply because it happened at work during work hours. But as a case involving a seamstress for law enforcement shows, that’s not always true. The claimant worked in a warehouse for the Nevada police department, where she repaired officers’ uniforms. One morning, about five minutes before her shift, she ran into the warehouse, and, doing her best Indiana Jones impression, ducked under a closing garage door at an employee…

You’re eating clean, taking your vitamins, smashing your daily workout and swapping sugar for sweeteners. On paper, you’re doing everything right. But fertility experts are now warning that some of our most virtuous health habits might actually be working against conception. It sounds counterintuitive, doesn’t it? Surely being as healthy as possible improves your chances of getting pregnant. But according to Alpesh Doshi, consultant embryologist and clinic director at IVF London, fertility doesn’t always respond well to extremes. The reproductive system is surprisingly sensitive to the signals we send it through diet, exercise and lifestyle choices. ‘Many people are shocked…

Credit: Unsplash+ Anxiety is something many older adults deal with. As people age, they often face changes in their health, lifestyle, or brain chemistry. These changes can lead to more worry, stress, or nervous feelings. While some people use medicine to manage anxiety, others look for natural ways to feel better. The good news is that there are many proven natural methods that can help reduce anxiety and improve mental well-being. One helpful method is mindfulness meditation. This practice means paying close attention to what’s happening in the moment without judging it. It helps slow down racing thoughts and brings…

Getty Americans save their whole lives to get to retirement age. And when the time comes, it’s common to rely on 401(k) and monthly Social Security payments to get by. And while both can be helpful, it’s not always clear which one to use first. To help get answers, Woman’s World sat down with a financial expert. Read on for more.  More People Are Filing for Social Security Early at 62. Should You? A 401(k) is a retirement savings plan that lets you invest a portion of your paycheck into an investment account. The employer-sponsored plans can help you build…

As ministers propose new bathing waters across England, swimmers, councils, brands and campaigners are beginning to align around a shared goal – cutting single-use plastic at source Communities across England could soon benefit from thirteen new designated bathing water sites, in what ministers describe as a significant expansion of safe, monitored places to swim. Among the proposals is the first ever designated bathing spot on the River Thames in London at Ham and Kingston – a stretch of river once declared biologically dead in the 1950s because of pollution. Today, it is being put forward as a symbol of renewal.…

Self-care refers to daily actions that maintain emotional, mental, and physical balance. For students, self-care includes exercise, mindful relaxation, digital balance, and organized routines. Even light physical activity such as walking or stretching improves mood, reduces anxiety, and increases concentration. Mindfulness practices—such as focusing on breathing for a few minutes—help reduce overthinking and improve attention. Digital balance is also important; excessive social media use can increase distraction, comparison, and sleep disturbances. Setting specific time limits for online activities helps maintain focus. Students should also learn to rest without guilt. Breaks, hobbies, and creative activities refresh the mind and prevent burnout.…

                                By Amanda Conley and Lauren Meadows  The morning starts out as a typical workday. Hundreds of tenants pass through the lobby eager to reach their desks and start work for the day. While rubbing the sleep from her eyes with a large coffee in hand, an employee inadvertently tips her coffee mug forward as she reaches out to select her floor on the elevator. Coffee spills onto the elevator floor, creating a hazard for other tenants who subsequently enter the elevator. Approximately an hour later, another employee enters the elevator. Her…

The Lighthouse Charity and Ripple Suicide Prevention are launching a new partnership to drive positive change across the construction sector. The partnership aims to encourage open conversations around mental health and suicide prevention, increase awareness of the support available to construction workers, and help employers build safer, more supportive workplaces. Construction remains one of the highest-risk industries for suicide in the UK. Suicide is the leading cause of death for men under 50, and for those working in construction, the risk is four times greater. While pressure, pace, and resilience are often seen as strengths within the sector, these…

UAE, Dubai: The “Emirates Health” platform has concluded its distinguished participation at the World Health Expo (WHX) 2026 in Dubai, after four days of high-level discussions and active engagement with officials, visitors, and specialists. Through the innovative projects showcased, the platform strengthened the UAE’s position as a global hub for health policy development and innovation while promoting quality of life and service sustainability in line with the objectives of the “We the UAE 2031” vision. During the event, the platform displayed a comprehensive portfolio of smart national initiatives that attracted the attention of attendees, reflecting growing interest in national health…