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The Truth About Gaming and Mental Health – Experts Reveal the Surprising Benefits For years, video games have been blamed for everything from social isolation to declining mental health. But new research is proving the critics wrong—gaming may actually improve mental well-being in multiple ways. Experts at Play Casino, a leader in online gaming and entertainment, have teamed up with psychologists and neuroscientists to analyze the impact of gaming on mental health. Their findings show that gaming can reduce stress, boost cognitive function, and improve social skills. 1. Gaming Can Lower Stress and Anxiety A 2023 study published in the Journal of…

A new study reveals that Tennessee has the seventh longest emergency room wait times for mental health patients in the United States. The research by personal injury law firm H&P Law analyzed national emergency department data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), measuring the median time from a mental health patient’s arrival to their departure. States were ranked based on the average wait times reported by hospitals, excluding cases where patients died, left without provider approval, or lacked a documented discharge destination. Tennessee, at seventh, reported an average emergency wait time of 351.8 minutes. The Volunteer State stands 31.9%…

A single mistake could turn your home into an inferno—and millions of Brits are making it every night. Firefighters are warning that charging your iPhone under your pillow is one of the biggest fire risks in UK homes, putting thousands at risk while they sleep. According to Clean Air UK, a leading authority on Fire Prevention, the combination of overheating lithium-ion batteries, poor ventilation, and flammable bedding creates a serious risk of electrical fires. “We are seeing more and more house fires caused by phones overheating under bedding,” says firefighter Mark Sutherland. “People assume their devices are safe, but trapping heat…

The countdown is on for Scotland’s largest two-day agricultural event – which is set to take place on Sunday 3 to Monday 4 August 2025. Each year, Turriff comes to life, as those from near and far are brought together to experience and exhibit the very best of northeast farming and its quality produce. Balmaud Distillery, a new family-run business based in Turriff and launching in summer 2025, is the lead sponsor of the 2025 show. The Strachan family, well-known local farmers, have supported the show in previous years through their other business, Bridgend Aggregate. Each year, the show attracts…

A new study has revealed Camden as the UK’s ultimate party destination, according to research conducted by iGaming marketplace Gamblorium. The research analysed 375 local authorities’ performance across 14 key factors, including the density of bars, the crime rate, and the number of taxis per 100,000 residents, as well as each area’s ONS happiness score out of 10. Each destination was then awarded an overall score out of 100 to create the ranking. Camden was the top performer, with a score of 75.70 out of 100. The borough reports the highest density of bars in the UK at 183.47 per 100,000 residents,…

Three-time World’s Strongest Man winner, Tom Stoltman from Invergordon, Scotland has revealed his top tip for cooking steak at home, and his method might just surprise you. In one of his latest Instagram posts, Tom revealed that he’s recently started relying on his trusty air fryer to deliver a perfectly cooked steak every time. In the video, we see Tom add a generous knob of butter to the top of each steak before cooking for 13 minutes. Despite mixed opinions, it appears that Tom’s method might be catching on. In the days following the post, Google searches for “can you cook…

You might think your daily routine is keeping you grounded, but what if it’s secretly fuelling your anxiety? Dr. Tomy Marshall, in collaboration with the health and wellness team from Ski Vertigo, warns that one common habit—practised by millions without a second thought—could be silently amplifying stress levels. As anxiety rates soar in the UK, with studies showing a 25% increase in cases post-pandemic, understanding these hidden triggers has never been more urgent. Could your everyday actions be working against your mental well-being? Here’s what you need to know. The Habit That’s Fueling Your Anxiety Dr. Tomy Marshall, in collaboration with…

Every 164 seconds, a home in the UK is burgled, equating to 526 burglaries daily. Alarmingly, 70% of these break-ins occur through doors, making them the primary entry point for criminals. Despite many homeowners believing they have adequate security, burglars can force their way into a weak door in under 10 seconds—often without making a sound. Now, Furniture in Fashion, Home Item experts, are warning homeowners to rethink their front door security and take action to reinforce their homes against opportunistic thieves. How Burglars Are Getting In While many homeowners focus on high-tech security solutions, the reality is that a poorly…

Experts reveal the neglected areas of your kitchen cleaning routine as nearly half of people don’t clean chopping boards and knives correctly Cleaning and catering experts have revealed the items in your kitchen which are most overlooked when it comes to your cleaning routine. From cabinet handles contaminated with bacteria to pathogens in your oven gloves, deep cleaning the lesser-known parts of your kitchen is crucial to avoid the spread of germs, cross contamination and more. In light of this, Rachael Kiss from Alliance Online, who specialises in commercial cleaning supplies shares the parts of your kitchen you should never overlook with…

A hair transplant surgeon has warned that your daily tuna sandwich could be accelerating hair loss due to high mercury levels. Dr. Mehmet Erdogan, Co-Founder and Hair Transplant Surgeon at Smile Hair Clinic, revealed that consuming tuna regularly exposes people to dangerous levels of mercury that can damage hair follicles. “That tuna sandwich you have every day might be the culprit for your receding hairline,” Dr. Erdogan said. “A study from 2019 has found that high mercury dietary intake via tuna consumption has caused hair loss for a 43-year-old woman.” According to the hair expert, eating just one tuna sandwich daily increases…