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Want to feel better, have more energy and even add years to your life? Just exercise. The health benefits of regular exercise and physical activity are hard to ignore. Everyone benefits from exercise, no matter their age, sex or physical ability. Need more convincing to get moving? Check out these seven ways that exercise can lead to a happier, healthier you. 1. Exercise controls weight Exercise can help prevent excess weight gain or help you keep off lost weight. When you take part in physical activity, you burn calories. The more intense the activity, the more calories you burn. Regular trips to the gym are great, but don't worry if you can't find a large chunk of time to exercise every day. Any amount of activity is better than none. To gain the benefits of exercise, just get more active throughout your day. For example, take the stairs instead of the elevator or rev up your household chores. Consistency is key. 2. Exercise combats health conditions and diseases Worried abou

  Your skin is your armor. Afterall, skin is the body’s largest organ, and part of its purpose is to serve as a barrier and protect us from the environment. That includes dangerous substances like toxins, germs, and bacteria. To keep our “armor” effective, we need to protect it from the harmful effects of the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays. Furthermore, healthy skin helps to regulate body temperature and keep us comfortable. Good skin also has a mental health component. It can improve our appearance and self-esteem. Dry, dull, or blemished skin can make you feel self-conscious and affect your confidence. Luckily, simple habits will keep you looking and feeling good. Tips for Healthy Skin Good skin care doesn’t have to involve a complex routine.   Basic steps go a long way to giving your skin the pampering it deserves, according to the Mayo Clinic. Protect it —  The sun is one of the leading causes of skin damage and aging. To protect your skin, apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF

  Gemini is the star sign born between 22nd May and 22nd June, and belong to the Air element of the zodiac (along with Libra and Aquarius). Their main Gemini traits are being super-fast, super-smart, super-adaptable and super-curious people. All of this super-ness makes them fascinating to be around, albeit usually only for short spells because they can a) wear you out, b) get easily distracted elsewhere and before you know it, they’re off. Geminis like variety, keeping their options open, having lots of opportunities on the go, and being ~in the know~ about anything, everything, and everyone. Notorious gossips! They are generally kind, but there is a  slither  of chilliness and detachment, created by their Air element and twin nature. You never quite know which Gemini is showing up, and there’s always one in the background taking notes, and keeping secrets. Versatile / superficial If the phrase "Jack of all trades, master of none" applied to any sign then it’s Gemini. You wi

  South Korea’s spy cam crisis, also known as the Molka crisis, persists despite the country’s democratization. Daily illegal spy cameras are placed and found throughout public spaces. These cams disproportionately target women and film their most intimate moments without consent.  The government of South Korea has responded to the issue by implementing laws and policies to deter and penalize offenders. However, failure to address underlying cultural issues allows the crisis to endure. The spy cam crisis is a product of deep-rooted sexism, and without a comprehensive government response, women will continue to suffer. Spy Cameras and Digital Sex Crimes Spy cams are tiny, easily concealed cameras that come in different forms. Some are tucked out of sight, while others are disguised as household items. Spy cams have been found in clocks, car keys, USB sticks, and paintings.  Digital sex crimes  involve taking non-consensual intimate images or videos. Victims of such crimes are often stra

  Ketamine therapy, used primarily for   depression   and chronic pain, is gaining popularity in the field of mental health. There are many benefits of ketamine for people with treatment-resistant depression and anxiety. However, it is essential to shed light on its side effects. Patients must discuss potential adverse effects with their doctor and closely follow their guidance during ketamine treatment for mental health disorders. Key Takeaways Ketamine therapy aids depression, but side effects are important to consider as it can impact overall well-being. Here’s what you need to know: Ketamine therapy works by acting on the brain to improve mood regulation. Short-term and long-term effects can cause hallucinations and depressive symptoms. Undergoing treatment with the right dosage can lower the risk of experiencing side effects for better results. Effects on Physical and Mental Health Ketamine infusion therapy and nasal spray for mental health treatment can have both physical and psy

  Burning Sun, a documentary by the BBC World Service’s award-winning and critically-acclaimed investigations team, BBC Eye, brings together the story of two female Korean journalists who took on the task of investigating sex scandals involving prominent K-pop stars – and paid a high personal price. The BBC Eye project earlier delivered a radio series Intrigue: Burning Sun, speaking to key players who fought to expose these crimes, and documenting the explosive fallout. Now TV documentary “Burning Sun – Exposing the secret K-pop chat groups” presents gripping first-person narratives from Seoul-based reporters, Park Hyo-sil and Kang Kyung-yoon, whose journalism revealed, at a huge personal cost, horrific sex abuse committed by seemingly wholesome heartthrobs of the K-pop world. In September 2016, Park Hyo-sil covered the accusation by a girlfriend of the K-pop star Jung Joon-young – singer-songwriter in the band, Drug Restaurant, and a TV star loved by millions – of secretly recorded se

Nvidia GeForce RTX 40-series graphics cards are the latest (and greatest?) Nvidia GPUs currently available. With the GPU shortage that plagued the industry all but over, the price of high-end GPUs has finally stabilized. This makes it an ideal time to upgrade your current GPU to one of the Nvidia RTX 40-series cards. With so many models at different prices, choosing one that fits your needs (and budget) shouldn't be difficult. Here’s everything you need to know know about the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4000 series. The  Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080  was unveiled on September 20 and began shipping on November 2022 from third-party manufacturers like Asus, Gigabyte, PNY and more. It launched with a $1,199 price tag, which is still its current price. For that, you'll get 9,728 CUDA cores and 16GB of onboard memory. Nvidia claims it's more powerful than the 3090 Ti at lower power, and with DLSS 3 can achieve 2x the performance as the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. Nvidia also unveiled the more powerf

OpenAI, whose generative AI products initially raised fears of widespread cheating on homework, is now exploring how it can get its popular ChatGPT chatbot into classrooms, according to a senior executive. OpenAI's chief operating officer, Brad Lightcap, said at a conference in San Francisco that the company will form a team to explore educational applications of a technology that has threatened to upend industries, stoked new legislation and become a popular learning tool. “Most teachers are trying to figure out ways to incorporate (ChatGPT) into the curriculum and into the way they teach,” Lightcap said at the INSEAD Americas Conference last week. “We at OpenAI are trying to help them think through the problem and we probably next year will establish a team with the sole intent of doing that.” Backed by billions of dollars from Microsoft  (MSFT.O) , OpenAI kicked off the generative AI craze last November by releasing its ChatGPT chatbot, which became one of the world's fastes

  Northumbria Police is about to start using eight drones as "eyes in the sky" to tackle crime. The force's Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Kim McGuinness said the devices would be available at all times, with two of the drones able to fly in challenging weather conditions. Initially three officers have had pilot training, with a further 16 expected to be ready by the end of November. Ms McGuinness said it was "important" to find new ways "to fight crime". "This is just a small start, but it means we will have the ability to use technology to support officers and take on criminals," said Ms McGuinness.  "These eyes in the sky will make a real difference in everything from catching criminals to improving safety at events, with intelligence-led policing at its heart. "We've seen in other forces their use grow and I think that will become a feature of policing here as well."

The best gaming monitor looks different depending on what you need. Maybe you’re after a 21:9 aspect ratio. Maybe you’re after a higher resolution, so a 1440p or even 4K gaming monitor, or to upgrade to a higher refresh rate, to complement that  top-tier graphics card  you just bought. Or maybe you want to upgrade to one of the best curved gaming monitors, which can make a noticeable difference in the way you work and play. The best gaming monitors also support adaptive sync, including AMD FreeSync and Nvidia G-Sync, which reduces screen tearing while gaming, 1ms response times or lower, and have good HDR capabilities. While good gaming monitors can be expensive, they aren't all created equal. If you want the best 24-inch monitor, look no further than the  Acer Predator XB253Q GW   (available at Best Buy)  . It gives you the feel of an extra big, extra fast gaming monitor for hundreds less than the average ultra wide-screen display. However, if you don't mind going a bit bigger

The government of Taiwan has initiated an investigation into four companies that were mentioned in a media report as being engaged in business transactions with companies in China associated with U.S.-sanctioned Huawei. This move comes as part of the government’s efforts to examine these companies’ activities in China and assess whether they align with the terms of their initial investment approvals granted by the Taiwanese government. Taiwan’s Economy Minister, Wang Mei-hua, has stated that the investigation will scrutinize whether these companies’ operations in China are consistent with the conditions set forth during the approval process. The investigation is a response to concerns regarding potential violations or discrepancies in business activities related to Huawei, given the U.S. sanctions against the Chinese tech giant. Additionally, Taiwan is contemplating the implementation of stricter regulations pertaining to key technologies. “If not, then the highest permitted fine is up

  T he Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has expanded its WhatsApp-based ticketing system to cover all lines in the Delhi National Capital Region (NCR), including the Gurugram Rapid Metro. This service, developed in collaboration with Meta and their authorized partner Pelocal Fintech Pvt. Ltd, offers commuters a convenient and efficient way to purchase metro tickets. Vikas Kumar, Managing Director of Delhi Metro Rail Corporation, expressed confidence that this integration will enhance the travel experience for metro commuters, making it as easy as messaging a friend or family member. WhatsApp’s popularity in India makes it a convenient platform for purchasing metro tickets, aiming to encourage more people to choose the Delhi metro as their preferred mode of travel. Here’s how to book a metro ticket from WhatsApp: – Send a message with the text “Hi” to +91 9650855800, or scan the provided QR code at any metro station. – Choose your preferred language. – Tap on the “Buy Ticket” button.

  Can artificial intelligence be kept under control? Jimmy Wales, the founder of Wikipedia, says that believing it can be is akin to "magical thinking". "In many cases politicians and their aides have a weak understanding of how the internet works, and what it is possible to achieve," says Mr Wales, who has spent many hours explaining both technology and its role in free speech to politicians around the globe. "The question of a body like the United Nations regulating AI is like suggesting the UN regulate [image editing app] Photoshop." His point is that he thinks it would be pointless. The issue of whether AI should be regulated, and to what extent, heated up this summer when UN Secretary General António Guterres convened the first ever UN Security Council meeting  to specifically discuss  its potential dangers. Speaking in regard to everything from AI-powered cyber attacks, to the risk of malfunctioning AI, how AI can spread misinformation, and even the