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Childhood loneliness linked to higher dementia risk

New research from King's College London shows experiencing loneliness as a child may increase dementia risk in later life by 56%, highlighting the long-term impact of early social isolation.

Myanmar Junta Chief Isolated at China Summit

General Min Aung Hlaing's awkward participation at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting highlights Myanmar's deepening diplomatic isolation and China's cautious engagement.

Urgent Action Needed for UK's Struggling Pensioners

A damning new report reveals a silent crisis engulfing millions of UK pensioners, with soaring living costs and inadequate support pushing many into poverty and isolation. Experts demand immediate government action.

Sleepwalking Into a World Without Human Conversation?

Exclusive analysis reveals how AI and automation are creating a future where genuine human interaction is becoming optional. Discover the profound societal and psychological implications of this silent shift.

The Hidden Loneliness Crisis Among Middle-Aged Men

New research reveals middle-aged men are among society's loneliest. This deep dive explores why traditional masculinity is creating an epidemic of isolation and what it says about modern manhood.

Africa’s growing loneliness crisis explained

Urbanisation, technology, and Western cultural influences are driving an epidemic of loneliness across Africa, with profound effects on mental health and community bonds.

Inside America's Most Inbred Family

A journalist recounts their unsettling encounter with the Whittaker family, known as one of America's most inbred families, revealing their struggles and the harsh realities of genetic isolation.

Girl, 12, isolated over 'too short' skirt

A 12-year-old girl was reportedly put in isolation at her school for wearing a skirt deemed 'too short'. Her parents are outraged, calling the decision 'ridiculous' and demanding answers.

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