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Poor sleep can cost over-50s nine months of career, study finds

Findings highlight importance of sleep health during middle age, particularly for those with lower socioeconomic status

The Guardian - UK · Aug 18

Nickelodeon Star Amanda Bynes Alarms Fans With Unrecognisable Appearance During Hayden Panettiere TikTok Tribute

Amanda Bynes' appearance in a TikTok video linked to Hayden Panettiere has drawn concern, sympathy and Hollywood criticism from social-media users.

International Business Times UK · Aug 18

Netflix looking for singles who have undergone dramatic weight loss for new dating series

‘Weight to Date’ will feature singles entering the dating scene after a major body transformation

The Independent UK · Aug 18

Beyoncé's Second Resurfaced Video Fuels Fan Theory: 'Someone Is Pushing the "Sabotage" Button Hard'

Resurfaced videos of Beyoncé discussing her Texas roots and early career spark debate over her country music credentials, fuelling speculation of a coordinated effort to sabotage her career.

International Business Times UK · Aug 18

Viral Debate Erupts After Women Can’t Understand Why Men Insist Creative Bathroom Design “Wouldn’t Work”

“Men’s restrooms are designed for efficiency and traffic, not maximum privacy,” a netizen said.

Bored Panda · Aug 18

‘Low carb’, ‘gluten-free’, with collagen or electrolytes: is it really possible for alcohol to be healthy?

Premixed drinks are ultra-processed products but their marketing claims create a ‘health halo’ that takes the focus away from the harms of alcohol, researchers say

The Guardian - AU · Aug 18

Houston woman tries Katz’s mac and cheese. Then her horrified friend asks, ‘Is it legs on there?’

Not exactly the kind of protein she ordered.

We Got This Covered · Aug 18

Drake Denied By Pinkchyu Five Times As She Says Her Cats Leave No Time For A New Partner

Pinkchyu, winner of Drake's viral dating show, denies romance rumours, focusing instead on career and family. Despite a genuine connection, she prioritises her ambitions and personal life

International Business Times UK · Aug 18

In 2018, number of New York City buses were taken out of service due to fear vampires of insect world, nearly decade later as infestations are growing, how to safeguard wellness of kids, yourselves

For centuries, the bugs have horrified homeowners and occasionally panicked the public. That happened in New York City in 2018, when at least a half dozen city buses were taken out of service after reports of bedbugs crawling on seats.

The Economic Times · Aug 18

Endocrine disruptors: How hormone-disrupting chemicals in everyday products can affect your thyroid and health

Endocrine disruptors are compounds capable of altering the production, transport, metabolism, or action of hormones. They are found in various everyday products, such as plastic containers, the inner linings of cans, food packaging, some cosmetics, and synthetic fabrics, among others.

The Conversation · Aug 18