Despite growing conversations about mental health, misconceptions about conditions like schizophrenia, DID, and bipolar disorder persist, fueled by media portrayals and misinformation. Accurate understanding, empathy, and robust community support are crucial for recovery.
The Taliban's ban on smartphones, initially targeting government employees, is raising fears of broader restrictions. This move threatens vital support systems for Afghans, impacting healthcare, education, and the ability to document abuse or seek help, as phones are crucial for remote consultations, coordination, and giving voice to the marginalized.
Bitcoin is entering the second half of the year under pressure as key support systems weaken. ETF outflows, potential Federal Reserve rate hikes, and uncertainty around the CLARITY Act pose challenges, potentially determining if Bitcoin rebounds to $100,000 or retests $50,000-$55,000.
Tennis legends Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova, 18-time Grand Slam winners and longtime rivals, rekindled their friendship in retirement, supporting each other through cancer diagnoses and treatments.
IIM Indore will conduct a comprehensive study on 15-year-old cricketer Vaibhav Suryavanshi's IPL 2026 success, analyzing talent development, discipline, and factors sustaining his achievement, including family, coaches, and institutional roles.
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu announced cash incentives for third and fourth child births to counter falling fertility rates and fears of political representation loss. Critics argue the policy ignores economic realities and women's safety, while experts suggest long-term support is more effective than one-time payments.
Medical educators argue that extending the MBBS completion limit from 9 to 10 years is less critical than strengthening student support systems. Experts highlight the need for counselling and mentoring to address academic, emotional, and personal challenges faced by students, while also discussing the significance of the four-attempt rule for the First Professional examination.
Yuzvendra Chahal discusses quitting alcohol, stating it's the best decision of his life. He revealed past struggles with depression and mental health, deciding to quit while playing county cricket in the UK. Chahal now focuses on himself, playing golf and go-karting.
Yuzvendra Chahal revealed on a podcast that quitting alcohol was the best decision of his life, leading to a complete change and better focus on himself. He discussed past struggles with depression and mental health, deciding to quit while playing county cricket in the UK.
A homeless couple in Derby who overcame heroin addictions are choosing to live in a tent in a park rather than use city hostels, which they say reminded them of their past lives. Alan Cook, 39, and Hannah Ali, 32, have camped at the park since November 2025 after being rejected by other councils and finding hostels unsuitable. They have saved money by living outdoors and hope to find mainstream accommodation before their court hearing in early June.
Sawan Barwal broke India’s 48-year-old marathon national record in his debut at Rotterdam, but the achievement was overshadowed by disappointment over missing his target. Barwal looks back at the race, the collapse in the closing stretch, the support system behind the run and the reason for switching from 5000m, 10000m to marathon.
