Vienna named the world’s most liveable city again in 2024 ahead of these European cities
As well as Vienna in poll position, three other European cities made the top 10 in a year when global...
Wellbeing
In Denmark, schools are trialling later start times to give teens a sleep boost
Amid a growing awareness of youth mental health, some 20 schools in Denmark have pushed back their start times following...
Does it really matter if you eat before swimming? It’s more important that you do this instead
Despite warnings about swimming on a full stomach, eating before you jump in the pool is generally nothing to worry...
‘Digital pacifiers’: How early exposure to devices impacts your child’s emotional development
As early exposure to digital devices becomes increasingly common, experts explain how using them could hinder children's emotional development.
Why being a superfan of Taylor Swift could be good for your health, according to scientists
A study showed that the singer’s openness regarding her body image issues could have lifted her fans’ stigma helping them...
Cycling or walking on your commute to work lowers risk of disease and poor mental health
A landmark study undertaken over two decades showed cyclists had about half the risk of dying compared with inactive commuters.
From depression to bipolar disorder: What experts say about recovering from mental health conditions
Contrary to the notion that recovery from some mental illnesses is impossible, research shows that many people can fully recover...
Being a coffee drinker might be good for your heart health if you sit down all day for work
Coffee might reduce the risks associated with sedentary behaviour, a new study showed. But it shouldn’t prevent you from taking...
Researchers use AI to let you chat with your future self
MIT researchers used AI to create a chatbot where you can talk with your “future self” leading users to feel...
‘Historical stigma and ignorance’: Why is Europe struggling to focus on adult ADHD?
Despite its prevalence, ADHD remains widely misunderstood and underdiagnosed in Europe, particularly among adults.
