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
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024