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Is remote work worse for wellbeing than people think?

By Katie BishopFeatures correspondent Getty ImagesRemote work is consistently touted as the best way for workers to feel mentally and physically well. But the reality is more complicated. When Cat, 30, was offered a fully remote role last year, she didn’t think twice about accepting. By then, Cat, who lives in London and works in environmental services, had already been working mostly remotely for some time as a result of the pandemic.

Sri Lankan cricket charged with raping woman on Tinder date is granted $150,000 bail

Danushka Gunathilaka (above) unsuccessfully applied for bail in Downing Centre Local Court earlier this month in a hearing that was closed to the public  Sri Lankan international cricket star Danushka Gunathilaka has been granted bail by an Australian court, after he agreed to offer up a $150,000 surety and hand over his passport.  During a second bail application on Thursday, Sydney’s Downing Centre Local Court heard that the cricketer’s alleged rape victim is being harassed by fans in Sri Lanka in multiple social media posts.

The 'vicious response to protests Trump once hailed from China in Tiananmen Square

After days of no public remarks about the unrest across the country, President Trump on Monday offered a glimpse of his vision for dealing with the protesters, rioters and looters: Law enforcement needs to “dominate.” Trump offered this prescription on a call with governors that also included urging 10-year prison terms for those apprehended and seemed to suggest that he may have the military take over. “If you don’t dominate, you’re wasting your time,” he said.

The Developing Child ~ Lesson Activities | The Human Spark

Explain that today’s lesson explores child development, the biological and psychological changes that occur in children as they grow. Display your timeline (birth to 5 years) in the room. (See “Before the Lesson” for details.) Ask students to brainstorm different things that children do at different stages in their development. Write each item down on a separate strip of paper. For additional items, use the items on the “Child Development Milestones” handout.

Workers now demanding nearly $80K to start new job

The lowest wage that American workers are willing to take in order to accept a new job hit a record high this year, according to a Federal Reserve Bank of New York survey published Monday. The average “reservation wage” – or the minimum acceptable salary offer required for workers to switch jobs – hit $78,645 during the second quarter of 2023, according to the Fed’s latest survey of consumer expectations. That marks a nearly 8% increase from the same time last year when the average reservation wage hovered around $72,873.

How one man learned why six peacocks are better than one

Explore More When a beloved pet gets sick, it can be distressing for the entire family. But as Sean Flynn discovered, it’s especially bad when your pet is a peacock.  When Carl became ill in February 2018, Flynn desperately needed to take the bird to the vet. But how was he meant to catch and subdue a creature not known for trusting humans?  Flynn’s vet suggested sneaking up on Carl, pinning his wings and clamping his legs.

Japan's Emperor Akihito: Ten things you may not know

Akihito took over the Chrysanthemum Throne in 1989 after his father, Hirohito, died. The formal enthronement ceremonies were not completed until nearly two years later, and involved rituals at Ise Shrine - dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu, from whom emperors were traditionally said to be descended. ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7o67CZ5qopV%2Bjsri%2FjrCmq6SUYq60tcBmam9xaGiBcYU%3D

JoJo Starbuck: Who is Terry Bradshaws ex-wife?

Terry Bradshaw, a four-time Supee Bowl champion who played for Pittsburgh Steelers as a quarterback in the NFL was born on September 2, 1948. Terry Bradshaw played college football for Louisiana Tech. Terry played for Pittsburgh Steelers for about 14 years winning two Super Bowls MVP, three Pro Bowls, 4 Super Bowls among others. Terry Bradshaw was born to William Marvin Bradshaw, his father who was a United States Navy and Novis Bradshaw, his mother.

Roberto Firmino parents: Jos Roberto Cordeiro, Mariana Ccera Barbosa de Oliveira

Roberto Firmino Barbosa de Oliveira is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward or attacking midfielder for Premier League club Liverpool and the Brazil national team. After starting his career with Figueirense in 2009, he spent four-and-a-half seasons at Hoffenheim. Table of Content Roberto Firmino parents: José Roberto Cordeiro, Mariana Cícera Barbosa de Oliveira His full name is Roberto Firmino Barbosa de Oliveira, his parents are José Roberto Cordeiro (father) and Mariana Cícera Barbosa de Oliveira (Mother).

Voyeur's step-sister victim says sentence was too lenient

By Eve RosatoBBC News NI The stepsister victim of a voyeur says he should have been sentenced to jailThe victim of a man convicted of voyeurism has said she feels let down by the courts. Catherine McSherry's step-brother Christopher was found guilty of six charges of voyeurism and one charge of unauthorised computer access. The 35-year-old, from Portadown, was sentenced to 100 hours community service, 18 months probation and a sex offences prevention order.