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Time to Talk Day encourages everyone to pause, listen, and talk openly about the things that matter most. To bring this message to life, the children explored a variety of thoughtful, engaging …

The media may claim that crime is rife in ‘broken Britain’, but the facts show that violent crime is on a downward trend in Britain and much of the developed world. We speak to the people and organisations working to combat knife crime in the UK At 17, Samir Khattab was caught up in a gang fight, “ducking and diving” to avoid being stabbed. He was “sliced” in the head, admitted to a London hospital trauma ward, given surgical staples, then discharged. “In my day, they patched you up, then kicked you out.” Now, at two major east London hospitals,…

Gail is a bank executive who runs a team engaging in cross-functional projects across Europe. The 44-year-old is used to travelling – first train out in the morning, last flight back (getting home past midnight), then back in the office by 7am the next day. He’s cheery and supportive, never fails to pick up his bosses’ calls and is often the last to leave the office.He looks successful, but doesn’t feel it. Gail’s noticed that he pants when walking up the stairs and feels self-conscious about his bulging belly and receding hairline. Like many other highly accomplished senior executives, he…

What if easing depression and anxiety did not always begin with a prescription, but with movement? A major new global analysis suggests that regular exercise can significantly reduce symptoms of both conditions, and in some cases work just as well as medication or talking therapies.   Published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, the study titled Effect of exercise on depression and anxiety symptoms: systematic umbrella review with meta-meta-analysis examined data from 63 reviews covering more than 1,000 randomised trials and nearly 80,000 people. The researchers found that exercise led to a medium reduction in depression and…

With February’s payment cycle in full swing, Wednesday, Feb. 11 marks the next major Social Security deposit date for millions of retirees and disability beneficiaries. That’s when recipients born between the 1st and 10th of the month, who began receiving benefits after May 1997, are scheduled to see their checks land.The February calendar also comes with a familiar wrinkle for Supplemental Security Income recipients, whose payments were shifted earlier because the month began on a weekend — setting up another early deposit before February ends. Below is a breakdown of who gets paid when this month, along with what’s changed…

100 years ago today, one of the most iconic chefs in the modern era, Paul Bocuse, was born. Bocuse is credited with many things, and it’s difficult to summarize his accomplishments and legacy but to name a few, he has been named “Chef of the Century,” holds the record for consecutive yearly 3-star awards by Michelin at his restaurant, l’Auberge du Pont de Collonges (55-years) and had his name placed upon what is sometimes considered the unofficial world’s best chef award, the “Bocuse d’Or,” or “Golden Bocuse”. He is credited with the formulation of the French nouvelle cuisine, which is…

Courtesy of Safe Haven pet sanctuary in Green Bay, Wisconsin A cat shelter in Green Bay has opened its doors to anyone seeking shelter from the Siberian temperatures pummeling the Midwest this week. Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary typically takes in felines in need of special assistance and care for blindness or other disabilities, but with warming shelters so crowded they’re turning people away, management has decided to open its doors to humans as well. “We are a safe haven for everyone who needs a place. It’s getting cold out there. A cat will warm your heart and your lap, too.…

Contemporary parenting is laden with challenges that demand a thoughtful approach. Prioritizing essential habits, such as balanced nutrition, adequate sleep, and good hygiene, lays the groundwork for a healthy future. Fostering emotional health through open conversations and engaging play not only nurtures resilience but also strengthens bonds. Parenting today comes with a different set of challenges than it did a few years ago. Children have earlier access to screens, have busier schedules, and get exposed to frequent infections once they begin preschool and school. Many parents spend their time responding to what comes next, rather than thinking about what shapes…

For years, neighbors Mauren Castro and Marta Sosa stayed home to care for their children as their husbands fished for the household in Costa de Pajaros, a small village in Costa Rica. Then, in 2022, they took on new roles and joined Piel Marina, a cooperative of women who turn fish skins into sustainable fashion. At first, Castro was skeptical. “We said, ‘How can a skin, which is something that gets smelly, which is waste, be the raw material for women to be able to get ahead?’” Castro told Agence France-Presse. But after three years at Piel Marina, Castro knows just how far…

Last Updated:February 11, 2026, 12:19 ISTUnlike body dysmorphic disorder which can focus on perceived flaws, muscle dysmorphia narrows in on muscularity itself, creating what some clinicians call ‘reverse anorexia’The behavioural symptoms of bigorexia are parallel to those seen in other eating disorders, but the focus is on muscularity rather than weight loss. (Image: Getty)In an era dominated by curated images of muscular bodies and chiselled physiques, the pressure on young men to “bulk up” is pushing many towards a mental health condition known as ‘bigorexia’. The disorder drives teenagers and young men to become bigger, leaner, and more muscular —…