Diabetes patients are twice as likely to be diagnosed with depression as non-diabetic individuals. A study published in the journal Microbiome found that consuming one medium orange daily can lower the risk of depression by 20%. Lead author MD Raaj Mehta suggests this simple habit can help keep depression at bay. Moderate or vigorous exercise is also linked to a reduced risk of depression and other brain conditions, with research set to be presented in April 2025.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1292420-dietary-choices-exercise-can-lower-risk-of-depression-finds-studyA platform aimed at helping individuals overcome public speaking anxiety has been gaining traction through various events and settings. The authors believe this platform can empower people to become a driving force for positive change, enhancing their quality of life.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/technology/scientists-report-powerful-virtual-reality-treatment-for-speech-anxiety-1/The article discusses the importance of mindful parenting in nurturing emotionally regulated children. Experts share eight tips to help parents achieve this, including setting clear boundaries, validating emotions, and modeling healthy behavior. The tips are designed to promote emotional intelligence and resilience in children, allowing them to better cope with stress and adversity.
https://www.livemint.com/mint-lounge/wellness/mindful-parenting-communication-strategies-tips-nurture-emotionally-regulated-children-11742108273672.htmlRoblox is taking steps to ensure its platform remains a child-safe environment, with CEO Dave Baszucki expressing trust in parents to make sound decisions about online game safety. The company continuously monitors for potentially dangerous behaviors and takes action, including temporary suspensions or permanent bans for players who engage in bullying or harassment. New safety measures introduced last November restrict access to social hangouts and non-rated content for players under 13, while creators are required to rate their content appropriately for its intended audience.
https://www.techspot.com/news/107151-roblox-ceo-tells-parents-keep-kids-off-platform.html#commentsOffsetSocial media use has been linked to increased symptoms of depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem among adolescents and young adults, with studies suggesting that excessive screen time can contribute to these mental health issues.
https://nypost.com/2025/03/15/health/four-tips-for-a-healthy-social-media-experience/At least 33 people were killed and dozens injured when tornadoes and violent storms swept across the central US, including Kansas where eight people died in a multi-vehicle crash caused by low visibility during a severe dust storm. In Missouri, 12 fatalities were reported, with damage to buildings and infrastructure due to tornadoes, thunderstorms, and large hail. Arkansas declared a state of emergency after three deaths and 29 injuries were confirmed, while Mississippi reported six deaths and three missing. The National Weather Service forecasted more tornadoes in the central Gulf Coast states, including Mississippi and Tennessee, with at least 200,000 homes and businesses without power by Saturday evening.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/world/2025/03/16/at-least-33-killed-as-tornadoes-and-storms-rip-through-central-us-more-expected-to-come/169785The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has raised concerns about the conditions at Guantánamo Bay, where migrants are being held in solitary confinement for 23 hours daily without windows, shackled, and subjected to invasive strip searches. The ACLU argues that these transfers violate due process under the Fifth Amendment and are undertaken for punitive reasons. Judge Nichols denied a request for a temporary restraining order (TRO) citing that none of the named immigrants are currently being held at Guantánamo. However, President Donald Trump's memo has directed the Secretary of Homeland Security to expand operations at the naval station, which attorneys claim lacks legal authority and targets non-high-risk criminals.
https://www.scrippsnews.com/politics/president-trumps-first-100-days/judge-sides-with-trump-administration-allowing-migrants-to-be-held-at-guantanamoAdventist Health Simi Valley has opened a new clinic in Oxnard, Ventura County, as part of its commitment to keeping healthcare local and efficient. The hospital, ranked #1 in U.S. News & World Report's Best Regional Hospitals – Oxnard, aims to prioritize patient needs, physician collaboration, and operational efficiency. Founded in 1965, Adventist Health Simi Valley is a 136-bed acute-care hospital serving the communities of Simi Valley, Moorpark, Thousand Oaks, and west San Fernando Valley.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/adventist-health-simi-valley-opens-new-clinic-to-improve-access-and-enhance-patient-care-302402366.htmlThe Muslim Council of Elders, led by Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, has called for dialogue, coexistence, and peace in response to the growing rhetoric of hatred, extremism, discrimination, and Islamophobia. The council emphasized that Islam is a religion of tolerance, coexistence, and peace, as it marked the International Day to Combat Islamophobia on March 15, observed annually by the United Nations General Assembly.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/international/muslim-council-of-elders-calls-for-dialogue-coexistence-peace-in-response-to-rhetoric-of-bigotry-extremism-hatred-islamophobia/