Arnold Schwarzenegger’s son does his bodybuilding debut – stealing his 9-move push-up workout

Slowly doing shoulder exercises

When you’ve inherited the genetics of one of the greatest bodybuilders who ever lived, you might as well take advantage of them, right? Joseph Bina, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s son, certainly is. The 28-year-old is following in his father’s footsteps and competing in his first bodybuilding competition on Saturday, April 5 at the NPC Natural Colorado State … Read more

The family matched the gift of $2.4 million to bridge the gap between biology, psychiatry and medicine

Brandon Nelson was an excellent student at Santa Monica High School. (Courtesy of the Nelson Family)

No, Brandon Nelson didn’t have to die. Brandon Nelson was an excellent student at Santa Monica High School. (Courtesy of the Nelson Family) In itself, that fact might drive those who love Nelson to the edge of sanity. But as the 26-year-old’s death left a terrible hole in California’s mental health care system — especially … Read more

We asked a personal trainer how he would spend $100 on supplements. Here’s what he bought.

We asked a personal trainer how he would spend $100 on supplements. Here's what he bought.

Personal trainer Ben Foster describes himself as a “supplementalist”. He’ll stick to a few tried-and-true basics of supplements for fitness and general health, without delving into the vast world of powders, pills, and shakes. But research is increasingly suggesting that supplements can offer promising benefits. They’re especially effective if you tailor them to your specific … Read more

‘Give me 60 seconds…’: Nutritionists share simple morning habits to follow in the first two hours after waking up

'Give me 60 seconds...': Nutritionists share simple morning habits to follow in the first two hours after waking up

How you start your morning can set the tone for the rest of the day. While many people rush through the morning, experts increasingly suggest that a regular routine, even with small intentional habits, can make a significant difference in overall health. In a recent Instagram post, nutritionist and content creator Deepika Jain shared a … Read more

Middle East war: Attacks on vital health services, fears of evacuation

Middle East war: Attacks on vital health services, fears of evacuation

In a rare bit of good news, however, the UN’s World Health Organization (WHO) said aid shipments were “back on track” from Dubai, one of its key aid hubs, after major disruptions to flights and other shipments were caused by Iranian strikes in the Gulf. “I would say the first two weeks of the crisis … Read more

As Americans drink less alcohol, demand for kosher remains strong

As Americans drink less alcohol, demand for kosher remains strong

OXNARD, Calif. ( JTA ) — On Friday night, in Jewish homes around the world, a familiar ritual emerged: the blessing of wine, poured into a cup and passed around the table. This ritual, multiplied during Passover, may help explain why kosher wine has held steady even as the broader wine industry struggles. Alcohol consumption … Read more

Is dark chocolate healthier than milk chocolate? Two feeders weigh

The chocolate that most of us enjoy is not a health supplement

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Beyond burnout: The silent crisis of mass burnout

The World Health Organization officially recognizes burnout as an occupational phenomenon, but what was once confined to workplaces is now spreading into homes, relationships and identities. In India, several surveys suggest that more than half of the workforce reports significant burnout symptoms. | Photo: iStock/Getty Images

The World Health Organization officially recognizes burnout as an occupational phenomenon, but what was once confined to workplaces is now spreading into homes, relationships and identities. In India, several surveys suggest that more than half of the workforce reports significant burnout symptoms. | Photo: iStock/Getty Images The world stood for the virus in 2020, a … Read more

Experts reveal how much exercise middle-aged women need to exercise each week to halve their risk of premature death

A study found that middle-aged women who exercised regularly had a significantly lower risk of early death than those who did not.

By CIARAN FOREMAN, Reporter Published: 06:35 EDT, 27 March 2026 | Updated: 07:01 EDT, 27 March 2026 A study found that middle-aged women who exercised regularly had a significantly lower risk of early death than those who did not. Researchers in Australia found that women who consistently exercised for the recommended weekly amount of 150 … Read more

Why drug shortages persist in Tanzania despite major health reforms

Why drug shortages persist in Tanzania despite major health reforms

Dar es Salaam Whenever a patient is told that medicine is out of stock at a public health facility, the same questions arise: Who is responsible and why does the problem persist despite increased government spending on health services? This concern continues to plague many citizens, especially at a time when the government has promised … Read more