Mental health
Australia plans to ban social media for under 16s — and experts have called it a ‘momentous step’
Australia’s government has proposed a social media ban for children under the age of 16 which experts have described as a “momentous step,” as parents globally call for greater regulation of tech companies. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese last week said the legislation will be introduced into parliament this year, with the law coming into […]
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Australia proposes ban on social media for children under 16
Shoppers use their phones as they walk past the entrance to a Myer department store, owned by Australia’s biggest department store chain Myer Holdings Ltd, in Sydney, Australia, November 1, 2017. Steven Saphore | Reuters Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Thursday the government would legislate for a ban on social media for children under 16, a policy the government says is world-leading. […]
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Stanford professor who went to Bhutan to learn about ‘the key to human happiness’: My No. 1 takeaway from my big ‘aha moment’
Ron Gutman visited the Kingdom of Bhutan in October 2024. Courtesy of Ron Gutman. What is the key to human happiness? That’s one of life’s biggest questions and Ron Gutman has dedicated a big part of his career to learning more about the topic. Gutman is a Stanford adjunct professor, serial entrepreneur, author, speaker and […]
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Grab CEO Anthony Tan gives his no. 1 piece of advice for aspiring entrepreneurs
Anthony Tan is the co-founder and CEO of Grab. Courtesy of From the outside, it looks like Anthony Tan’s got it all — the family, the wealthy upbringing and the success. Today, he is the head honcho of one of Southeast Asia’s biggest tech companies, Grab — but he’ll be the first to say that […]
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These are the 3 patterns of the ‘chronically single,’ says breakup expert
Amy Chan brought in over $200,000 in 2023 with her business, according to documents seen by CNBC Make It. Courtesy of Amy Chan Do you feel like you’ve been single for a really long time? Well, you’re not alone. The term “chronically single” has gone viral on TikTok with some videos reaching more than 10 […]
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Why the father of ‘life planning’ says you’re managing money the wrong way
Key Points George Kinder is recognized as the father of the “life planning” movement of financial advice. Consumers often put the emphasis in the wrong areas when it comes to personal finance, Kinder said. His “three questions” aim to uncover your goals and desires, and inspire you to take steps to achieve those dreams financially. […]
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Harvard-trained psychologist: 9 phrases people in healthy, thriving relationships don’t say
In functional romantic relationships, it’s psychologically healthy to feel a deep sense of belonging and attachment. However, becoming overly reliant on another person to feel whole, healed and secure is not only harmful to our wellbeing — it can damage relationships over time. This behavior is often referred to in mental health circles as codependency. […]
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This high-income region has the least active people globally, WHO report shows
Globally, the highest rate of physical inactivity was obeserved in the high-income Asia-Pacific region (48%), according to a June report by the World Health Organization. Jakob Helbig | Stone | Getty Images It’s no secret that leading a healthy life requires getting consistent and sufficient exercise, but globally, many adults are lacking in this department. […]
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I’m from Japan, home to some of the world’s longest living people: The No. 1 beverage I drink every day
Growing up in Nara, Japan, surrounded by tea fields, matcha has always been a part of my life. The full aroma and the deep bitter and sweet umami taste of this vivid green tea evokes so much nostalgia for me. When I was in high school, I started taking formal tea ceremony lessons. It was […]
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Corporate loyalty does not pay off, HR expert says, as job hopping gains currency among young people
43% of Gen Z and millennial employees in Hong Kong and Singapore “indicate frequent thoughts of leaving their jobs, underscoring significant turnover intention,” according to a July 2024 report by Endowus and Intellect. Lim Weixiang – Zeitgeist Photos | E+ | Getty Images Vera Lau, 27, has worked at three different companies in as many […]
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