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Study finds VAR monitors should be placed far away from fans

Study finds VAR monitors should be placed far away from fans

By Stephen Beech VAR monitors should be moved away from fans to prevent any potential home team bias, suggests a new study. Premier League referees currently consult pitch-side screens when there is a review during matches. But scientists who conducted an analysis of VAR decisions during more than 1,

8 in 10 unemployed Americans losing motivation to keep job hunting

8 in 10 unemployed Americans losing motivation to keep job hunting

Eight in 10 unemployed Americans are struggling to find the motivation to continue their job search, according to new research. A survey of 5,000 unemployed adults explored the emotional and practical fallbacks of being displaced, finding that just 23% are consistently motivated. On the other hand, 31% have admittedly

Why Menopause Retreats Are Having A Moment In Wellness Travel

Why Menopause Retreats Are Having A Moment In Wellness Travel

More than 1 million women in the United States experience menopause each year, according to the National Institute on Aging, and many are seeking support as awareness around hormonal health grows. Rising demand for treatment has also contributed to shortages of estrogen patches and other hormone therapies, leaving some scrambling

New research discovers loneliness hurts memory in older adults

New research discovers loneliness hurts memory in older adults

By Stephen Beech Loneliness has a negative impact on the memory of older adults, according to new research. But feeling lonely doesn't accelerate brain decline, the findings suggest. Lonelier people performed worse in initial memory tests. But over the course of seven years, their ability to recall information

Is small talk actually good for us?

Is small talk actually good for us?

By Stephen Beech It really is good to talk, according to new research. People underestimate how enjoyable seemingly mundane everyday conversations can be, suggests the findings. Even small talk, idle gossip or general chit-chat that many people try to avoid because they think it will be boring may actually

Study finds perfectionists happier at work when their boss does this

Study finds perfectionists happier at work when their boss does this

By Stephen Beech Perfectionism at work and job satisfaction are more dependent on the expectations of a boss than meeting employees' own high standards, according to a new study. The happiness of perfectionists depends on whether their goals meet their supervisor's expectations, suggests the findings. More than

The mental health impact of financial stress

The mental health impact of financial stress

The mental health impact of financial stress A sharp rise in the costs of groceries, everyday products, and housing — paired with growing unemployment and worries about the economy — can keep anyone up at night. If you’re frequently concerned about money, it can affect your health, mood, and ability to