A new study published in the journal Cognition and Emotion suggests that people prone to nostalgia tend to have closer, more maintained friendships due to increased awareness of important relationships. Researchers led by Kuan-Ju Huang found that nostalgic individuals put more effort into nurturing their friendships, which may lead to longer-lasting relationships as they age. The study involved over 1,500 participants in the US and Europe, including 450 undergraduate students at the University of Buffalo in New York.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/595497-nostalgic-people-have-closer-friends-better-health-studyNvidia is expanding its AI technology beyond gaming, particularly in the enterprise and automotive sectors, with a focus on competing with Chinese lab DeepSeek. Nvidia's Huang will likely address this during his keynote at GTC. The company plans to update its Blackwell GPUs, launched in 2024, which handle large language models and generative AI. New platforms and tools for developers are also expected, including the launch of Blackwell Ultra chips in mid-2025.
https://gizmodo.com/what-to-expect-at-nvidia-gtc-2025-2000576285Ambassador Akram urged governments to ensure policies reflect religious tolerance, condemning hate and intolerance against Muslims. He cited the Christchurch massacre as a vivid illustration of Islamophobia, hatred, and racism. The OIC supports the UN's efforts to combat Islamophobia with a plan that includes defining Islamophobia, monitoring acts, criminalizing desecration, and promoting media and education programs. Ambassador Akram praised countries like Sweden, Denmark, Canada, and Australia for enacting laws against Islamophobia, urging other nations to follow suit.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1292066-pakistan-demands-decisive-action-against-islamophobiaA 37-year-old Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) employee in Andhra Pradesh's Kakinada allegedly killed his two sons for their poor academic performance before taking his own life. The man was disappointed with his children's results and feared they would struggle in a competitive world if they didn't excel in studies. A suicide note was recovered from the scene, and forensic teams are investigating the situation leading to the crime.
https://www.news18.com/india/they-would-suffer-in-competitive-world-andhra-pradesh-ongc-man-drowns-sons-in-bucket-for-poor-academics-kills-self-9262613.htmlThe HART Hub model, a new healthcare initiative in Ontario, faces uncertainty due to funding concerns. The Ministry of Health initially set a target for all sites to be operational by April 1, but clients are now at risk of gaps in service as some sites have already begun winding down operations and reducing staff hours. Zoë Dodd, co-organizer of the Toronto Overdose Prevention Society, warns that workers waiting to be hired under the new model are being left in limbo due to funding uncertainty.
https://thestar.com/news/ontario/uncertainty-looms-around-treatment-hubs-promised-by-ford-government-to-replace-supervised-consumption-sites/article_6c28780e-0106-11f0-8270-a79364101835.htmlOprah Winfrey discussed her experience with GLP-1 medication, a type of weight loss treatment, during an audience Q&A session. She revealed that she initially believed thin people had more willpower and better eating habits, but after taking the medication, she realized that individuals who are naturally thinner tend to eat only when hungry and stop when full, unlike those who struggle with weight loss.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/595439-oprah-winfrey-toughs-out-rainfall-with-slim-physiqueOvarian cancer is often undiagnosed until late stages due to its silent nature, with three-quarters of patients being diagnosed at a stage where only one-third will survive more than three years. Common symptoms include bloating, abdominal or pelvic pain, loss of appetite, and increased urination frequency, which are frequently misattributed to less serious conditions like irritable bowel syndrome or urinary tract infections.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-14498789/mum-warning-ovarian-cancer-symptom-exhaustion.htmlPeet's Coffee is introducing non-dairy options at the same price as milk-based drinks starting this summer. The company is also offering various promotions, including a limited-edition floral sip for 50% off during Sip Into Spring (March 21-23), National Cold Brew Day (April 18-20) with discounted cold brews, and Teacher Appreciation on May 6 with free drip coffee or cold brew for educators. Additionally, Peet's is offering a spring promotion called Peetnik Perks from May 18 to May 31, where customers can get a medium Latte and warm bite for $9.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/peets-unveils-new-spring-vitality-menu-to-launch-march-19-302402351.htmlThe local fintech market in the Philippines has experienced significant growth, increasing by 224 percent and valued at $11 billion. The rise of digital banking services and e-wallets has made daily financial transactions more accessible and convenient for Filipinos. A study by Meltwater and We Are Social found that 91.3% of Filipino internet users use banking, investment, and insurance website apps each month.
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