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– credit Unsplash In what is being called a major milestone in American cancer research and treatment, 5-year survival rates averaged across all cancers have never been higher, with 7-in-10 cancer patients living past 5 years post-diagnosis. This average was pumped up by large survival rate increases in leukemia (20%), non-Hodgkin lymphoma (18%), and ovarian cancer (9%) over the last 20 years. The 5-year survival average also stands at 92% for breast cancer in women, 95% for melanoma of the skin, and 98% for prostate cancer. These numbers were chronicled in the 75th annual Cancer Statistics report by American Cancer…

Social Security’s trust fund reserves are projected to run dry in 2033. Payroll taxes alone cover only 77% of scheduled benefits. Delaying claims from age 62 to 70 increases monthly benefits by roughly 55% before any potential cuts. Up to 85% of Social Security benefits can become taxable. Drawing down IRA assets early reduces this burden. Read: The Little-Known Savings Offer Paying Up To $1,500 in Cash Bonuses This Year Social Security isn’t going bankrupt, but it’s heading toward a funding crisis that could reduce monthly checks by nearly a quarter within the next decade. Understanding what this means for…

A recent study has revealed a concerning connection between the use of chatbots for emotional support and the prevalence of depression and anxiety symptoms in users. Conducted by researchers at Mass General Brigham, the study surveyed a total of 20,847 individuals, primarily consisting of white men and women, to explore the impact of interaction with AI-driven chat support. In the age of digital communication, many people are turning to chatbots for guidance on mental health issues. However, this new analysis suggests that those who do so may be experiencing heightened levels of emotional distress. The findings indicate that seeking emotional…

Admin Nights, according to MoneySuperMarket, are fast-emerging as the latest wellbeing tool for people looking for ways to create order and calm in their lives. The idea is friends gather together and blitz the tasks they’ve been putting off because – quite frankly – they are rather dull. This could be updating passwords, cancelling unused subscriptions, clearing lingering balances or finding a better savings account to move money to. And if you don’t have time for a full evening of admin, MoneySuperMarket believes simply setting aside even a short amount of time for an admin night could make a big…

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Social Security recipients will receive their regular check in January, but people who receive both Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will be paid twice this m …

Harry Styles is back.The international superstar announced his fourth studio album, “Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally” last week, to be released on March 6. And this morning, he upped the ante by announcing dates for his next international tour: “Together, Together.”Styles’ newest album, “Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally,” will be released on March 6. Photo courtesy of SONY MusicStyles will return to the stage with a seven-city residency, with 50 total shows in Amsterdam, London, São Paulo, Mexico City, New York, Melbourne, and Sydney from May through December of this year.As fans dust off their feather boas and prepare for…

What’s the story Sunbeam sitting is a simple yet effective self-care practice that involves sitting in natural sunlight. It is a great way to boost mood, increase vitamin D levels, and promote relaxation. By spending some time daily under the sun’s rays, you can reap several physical and mental health benefits. This practice is easy to incorporate into your daily routine and doesn’t require any special equipment or skills. Boosts vitamin D levels naturally Sunlight is the most natural source of vitamin D, which is essential for bone health and immune function. Just 10-30 minutes of sun exposure several times…

From a return of humans to Lunar orbit, to Japan’s first crack at Mars, the trend of humans spending more and more time and money on and in space is set to continue in 2026. Here are a few of the events to look forward to. An artist interpretation of the Orion capsule – credit NASA Artemis II and a return to the Moon Since the conclusion of the Apollo program, NASA has long pondered when it will get another chance to send humans to the Moon. “No later than February, 2026,” Space.com reports, the Artemis II mission will send…

If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion. – the Dalai Lama What’s the secret to happiness? Depending on who you ask, you’ll get a wide variety of answers. Yet, finding contentment and satisfaction with life isn’t necessarily a hard science.  Most people who report feeling happy with their lives have certain thought patterns and habits. The theme is that it comes from within. No outside source can give you feelings of happiness, contentment, and satisfaction. Yet, society makes us believe that our happiness relies on external influence.  But the moment…