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Psychiatrist suggests kids should only get smartphones after the age of 12

Health January 22, 2026

Ran Barzilay, a psychiatrist and researcher at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, won’t be letting his nine-year-old son get a smartphone before age 13. He made the decision based on data from h...

Snowy peaks and Silk Road secrets: a winter journey through Uzbekistan

News December 31, 2025

For many travel enthusiasts, the year-end holiday is synonymous with seeking a climate that actually requires a jacket. Uzbekistan has emerged as a compelling alternative for those wanting a mix of al...

Exhausted from socialising? Recharge your social battery

Health December 14, 2025

You may feel worn out after a busy weekend of conversations and appointments, as though your social battery has run out. β€œThe more we move around in large groups, engage in conversations or are expo...