The Unseen Danger of Stress

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WELLNESS AND SELF CARE
Can being stressed make you sick?

Being stressed can sometimes be good for you, especially in small amounts. It can motivate you to prepare for important events like tests or presentations.

It might also make you feel excited or nervous before a first date.

However, too much stress can be difficult to handle emotionally and even harm your physical health.

We all experience stress, and not all of it isn’t good.

Style
Halle Berry Just Took the Naked Dress Trend to the Next Level

Halle Berry stunned on the red carpet at the closing night of the Red Sea International Film Festival in Saudi Arabia, wearing an extraordinary Elie Saab gown from the Fall 2023 haute couture collection.

The dress, a lavish take on the "naked dress" trend, boasted a transparent mesh bodice adorned with intricate embroidered designs in gold, silver, and black sequins.

The ornate piece, featuring a high turtleneck, pointed shoulder pads, and a voluminous floor-length skirt, combined elements of Marie Antoinette and Joan of Arc for a truly remarkable haute couture creation.

Health
Many believe suicide rates increase in December. Research shows it’s the opposite. Here’s why

Contrary to common belief, new research from the University of Pennsylvania's Annenberg Public Policy Center debunks the myth of an increased risk of suicide during the holiday season.

Analyzing national data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the study found that the winter holiday months exhibit lower daily suicide rates compared to the rest of the year.

In particular, December tends to have the lowest incidences of suicides annually, challenging the notion of a holiday-related spike in suicide risk.

Entertainment
'The Voice' sends home fan-favorite singer a week before the finale and viewers are shocked

The recent episode of "The Voice" featured the elimination of nine contestants down to five for the upcoming finale, leaving viewers shocked and in denial.

Monday's performances included solos and trios covering Taylor Swift's songs.

On Tuesday, four finalists were named based on fan votes, while the remaining five competed for the final spot via the Instant Save option.

The episode also featured performances by coaches Niall Horan and John Legend, with Horan singing "The Show" and Legend performing "What Christmas Means to Me" from his 2018 holiday album.