LONELINESS
Darshan fan murder case: Kannada star now accused of keeping exotic birds illegally; manager found dead
Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa is facing further legal trouble for allegedly keeping a bar-headed goose at his farmhouse, adding to his woes after being arrested in connection with a fan's murder. The forest department plans to charge him for violating wildlife protection laws. Meanwhile, Darshan's manager's suicide is being investigated alongside the murder case. The actor remains in custody as investigations continue.
Japan introduces dating app to boost marriage and birth rates
Tokyo City Hall is introducing "Tokyo Futari Story" to combat loneliness and declining marriage rates in Japan. This initiative includes a dating app expected to launch by late 2024. Amidst Japan's lowest-ever marriage and birth rates, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has termed the demographic trend as Japan's gravest crisis. The national government is also providing financial incentives and expanding childcare to encourage family growth and address labor shortages. Elon Musk expressed support, emphasizing the need for radical action.
Security guard's dream of visiting Ayodhya Ram Mandir fulfilled by influencer: Watch heartwarming viral video
Indian Instagram influencer Anish Bhagat touched hearts by fulfilling his society's security guard's dream to visit Ayodhya Ram Mandir. Bhagat, moved by the guard's story of abandonment by his son, took him on a surprise journey to the temple, capturing the emotional moments in a viral video. The act of kindness received widespread praise on social media, highlighting the power of empathy and human connection.
Dementia symptoms, treatment: Frequent coffee, loneliness, attending concert raise risks. Check full list of factors
There are some habits which increase the chances of developing dementia. Some of these are surprising.
Hello bot, I am feeling lonely. Help?
There is a heightened sense of loneliness in the post-pandemic world, but can startups solve the problem with companion bots and call-in services? India is witnessing the emergence of a loneliness economy, with companies providing technological solutions such as "listening as a service," social applications for connecting with friends, and AI-driven companion bots aimed at addressing social isolation.
Is that a subtle sulk growing on the face of 'the happiest nation on Earth'?
Despite being named the happiest country, Finland grapples with economic challenges, labour strikes, mental health issues, loneliness, and a declining fertility rate, raising concerns about the future. In 2020, more than 400,000 Finns received social insurance compensation for prescription antidepressant meds. And latest estimates suggest that around 1 mn people (of 5.5 mn population) are diagnosed with mental health issues that include depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.
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Unlocking longevity: 7 practical keys to a healthier, longer life
Key recommendations for longevity include regular physical activity, a balanced diet emphasizing fruits and vegetables, sufficient quality sleep, avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption, managing chronic conditions, nurturing meaningful relationships, and cultivating a positive mindset.
Is God your friend?
We all need to feel supported, loved and appreciated. When we feel the stability of this love and support, we find it easier to go through tough times and are able to lead lives that are more loving, calmer and more peaceful. It is important to find a true friend. Knowing we have a friend to share our burdens with and whom we can count on takes our loneliness away. But where can we find a friendship that will last forever?
Feeling lonely? Chat up with an AI girlfriend
Digi can engage in flirty banter, indulge in deep conversation or even offer emotional support to its users.
View: There's a growing loneliness economy to tap
Deemed the 'loneliness economy,' an expanding cohort of businesses is sensing the opportunity to provide attractive, marketed relationships as a means of reducing social isolation. The promise of facilitated human contact has turned into a marketing opportunity goldmine, as evidenced by the proliferation of co-living and collaborative workspaces, not to mention thousands of dating sites
BlackPink vocalist Rose admits she grapples with loneliness at APEC event on mental health
Rose, a part of the supergroup BlackPink, said having a large social media following makes her feel vulnerable, particularly when people are critical.
Loneliness in India is no longer a 'first world' problem
Indians suffering from clinical consequences of loneliness in a country where finding individual privacy can be a challenge has been increasing, a study showed. WHO has formed a panel after acknowledging that loneliness is taking 'epidemic proportions' worldwide.
It’s lonely at the top! Snapdeal co-founder Kunal Bahl talks about dealing with loneliness, 3 ways in which start-up bosses can prioritise mental health
A 2018 Forbes report revealed how loneliness - the feeling of being isolated from the world, and feeling hopeless and unloved is sadly becoming rampant among entrepreneurs.
Loneliness may be fatal for your bones: Study
According to a 2023 study, loneliness can affect bone health in men. The study was presented at ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society’s yearly meeting in Chicago.
Another downside to being alone; a recent study claims over 1.5 mn S.Koreans at risk of 'lonely death'
The study states that more than 1.5 million South Korean people are at risk of a "lonely death" or unattended death. This accounts for nearly 3 percent of the country's population, as revealed by a government survey on Thursday. A poll was conducted on sample size of nearly 9,471 single-member households from November to December last year. The poll was conducted by the Ministry of Health and Welfare, with the aim of exploring the circumstances around what could possibly lead to a lonely death in the future.
Feeling lonely? 5 small steps that will help you prioritise meaningful relationships
The surgeon general of the US has warned that loneliness is having a profound effect on people's health and well-being, prompting him to issue an advisory to strengthen the nation's social fabric and prioritise meaningful relationships.
Loneliness injurious to health and economy
Loneliness is neither a 'first world' problem nor an age-related one. Its drivers and manifestations may vary, but the deleterious impact of loneliness is global. Which is why countries as distinct as Britain and Japan have a ministry of loneliness. India, too, grapples with it. A 2004 National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) report found 4.91 million persons suffering from loneliness.
Sitting with your thoughts: How a little solitude could have a positive impact on your daily mood
On social media, television or in the music we listen to, we typically picture happiness as excitement, enthusiasm and energisation. From that perspective, solitude is often mistaken for loneliness.
Bengaluru software engineer pens note on loneliness, post goes viral
The original note was posted on an app named Grapevine. Later, a Twitter user named Sukhada took to the microblogging platform and shared a screengrab of a post. The post was captioned as 'The other India'. "Feeling saturated in life. I am a 24-year-old Software Engineer in an FAANG company with 2.9 years of experience living in Bangalore. I make a good living (58lpa before taxes) and have a somewhat relaxed work life."
The loneliness of a well-paid techie and side-effects of the new WFH workplace
During the pandemic, the emergence of a new workplace with remote work and work from home (WFH) was a path-breaking human resource innovation made possible by new work technology. The new office refuses to go away even long after the pandemic, with hybrid work still in vogue.
Indian-origin tech professionals make short film 'The Wheel' on loneliness in Singapore
The film will be screened in Singapore theatres on Saturday.
What we can learn from returning NRIs
Loneliness and isolation are becoming increasingly common in urban India, exacerbated by the focus on individual goals and the decline of multigenerational family structures. Housing options in India now cater to smaller nuclear families, with wider familial fallback options being drastically reduced. Concurrently, long-resident Indians based abroad are returning in search of a more sociable and caring retired life.
Sci-fi meets reality at MWC: AI clones to live forever, noseprint IDs for pets & robots to reduce loneliness
By 2025, flying taxis could be a reality.
Without a date on Valentine’s Day? Six other types of ‘love’ you can celebrate
Feeling blue on Valentine's Day? Cheer up, we have just the plans for you!
Boredom, loneliness plague Ukrainian youth near front line
"She communicates less and goes out walking less. She usually stays at home playing games on her phone," Anastasiia's grandmother, Olena Aleksandrova, 57, said of the shy, lanky girl who likes to paint and has a picture of a Siberian tiger hanging on the wall of her bedroom.
Pandemic of loneliness: For many, Zoom calls weren't enough during Covid lockdowns - and some still haven't recovered
The pandemic opened up new "inequalities" in loneliness, by creating barriers to socialising for several types of people.
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