Why society needs to address loneliness
Several scientific studies have found that loneliness can lead to poor physical and mental health.
Sun Jul 14 2024
Loneliness has a serious impact on health
Although easy access to the internet and social media has changed how people live and talk to each other, more people still feel alone.
Sat Jul 13 2024
Can mindfulness really beat loneliness?
No longer a fad, mindfulness practices show promise for reducing feelings of loneliness and can have long-lasting benefits.
Fri Jul 12 2024
How virtual humans might help our lonely elderly
Intelligent virtual human companions could help address the social isolation felt by many older people.
Sat Oct 07 2023
Workplace loneliness is the modern pandemic damaging lives and hurting businesses
People are often unaware particular work roles, environments, responsibilities and work-related relocation is often what causes loneliness.
Sat Sep 30 2023
My perfect girlfriend: Are AI partners a threat to women's rights?
Developers say AI companions can combat loneliness, improve someone's dating experience in a safe space.
Sun Aug 13 2023
Malaysians urged to keep less fortunate in their thoughts during Christmas celebrations
Malaysians are reminded to keep the less fortunate, including those who are faced with hardships, sorrow and loneliness, in their thoughts as they celebrate Christmas with family and friends.
Sat Dec 24 2022
Long COVID: Stress may be an aggravating factor
According to recent research, people suffering from depression, stress or loneliness could be more likely to develop long COVID.
Sun Oct 30 2022
Could contact with nature help ease feelings of loneliness?
Contact with nature, while maintaining urban social interactions, could help decrease feelings of loneliness.
Thu Dec 23 2021
The leader's brain: Neuroscience in the workplace
Unfortunately, social distancing robs us of one of the primary mechanisms we have to adapt to stress, which has led to an increase in loneliness.
Wed Jul 21 2021
'All we have left': dating apps on frontline of loneliness pandemic
It's no longer just a way of hooking up but also of simple interaction at a time when the coronavirus inflicts loneliness on millions.
Sat Feb 13 2021
Robot eases loneliness of Mexican virus patients
"Hi, I'm LaLuchy Robotina! What's your name?" the 1.4-meter-tall (4.6 feet) robot asks patients as it goes from room to room.
Sat Aug 29 2020
Once a recluse, student makes robot to ease loneliness
The mini robot, named OriHime, is easily controlled from afar using a smartphone or PC.
Sun May 14 2017
Loneliness among reasons women fall prey to cyber love scams, police say
Loneliness is among the factors why Malaysian women fall prey to cyber love scams, said Bukit Aman Commercial Crimes Investigation Department deputy director Commissioner of Police.
Thu Mar 10 2016
Japan unveils 'anti-loneliness' hugging chair
There are times in everyone's life when only a hug will do. Now one Japanese company has come up with a chair that's always ready to give a comforting cuddle.
Thu Oct 02 2014
G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu
The United States, part of the G7, has rejected the ICC decision, with President Joe Biden describing it as outrageous.
Tue Nov 26 2024
TikTok decision coming soon as Jan. 19 divestment deadline looms
Judges are reviewing TikTok's challenge to a law requiring ByteDance to sell its US assets by Jan. 19 or face a ban.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Lebanese sources: Biden, Macron set to announce Israel-Hezbollah truce
In Washington, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said, "We're close" but "nothing is done until everything is done".
Tue Nov 26 2024
PM meets chaebol tycoon to attract more FDI to Malaysia
Chaebols are prominent figures from South Korea's family-owned conglomerates.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Govt won't allow non-citizen vehicles to enjoy RON95 subsidy - Economy Ministry
The implementation of the RON95 subsidy in 2025 is expected to provide savings of RM3.6 billion to government expenditure.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Ringgit opens lower as greenback gains ground
Dr Mohd Afzanizam says the market responded positively to news of hedge fund manager Scott Bessent heading the US Treasury Department.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Management of low-cost housing, gov't quarters, focus at Dewan Rakyat today
Also among the highlights, UNICEF report on 12.3pct of teenagers in Klang Valley's PPR face mental health issues and suicidal tendencies.
Tue Nov 26 2024
UN Resolution 1701, cornerstone of any Israel-Hezbollah truce
Here are the resolution's main terms, and a note about subsequent violations and tensions.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Record aid worker deaths in 2024 in 'era of impunity', UN says
So far this year there have been 281 aid worker victims, according to the Aid Worker Security database.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Why India's toxic farm fire counting method is disputed
Here's how India counts farm fires - a major contributor to severe pollution in the north - and why its method is being questioned.
Tue Nov 26 2024