Life

Japan counts a record 99,763 centenarians as longevity soars

Women comprise about 88 percent of the centenarian cohort, numbering 87,784, while men total 11,979, health ministry figures show.

(Illustrative) Spectators applaud as they watch Ara Style Senior, Japan's only breakdancing club made up of elderly citizens, perform on stage during a local festival in Tokyo, Japan, May 26, 2024.
MONICA SELES on the tennis court.

Dreams, passions, risks, mistakes: Lessons from a long life - opinion

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6 reasons why life assure stands out among medical alert systems

 An illustrative image of a young woman by the beach holding hands with a transparent figure.

'The Life of the Soul': A look at Judaism's view on 'gilgul' and reincarnation - review


Rabbi Pinto on how to succeed in life: “Let go of the past, move forward”

In a recent talk, Rabbi Yoshiyahu Pinto urged listeners to carry past memories as reminders - but not to live in them. “Look forward. That’s where life begins,” he said.


Could consciousness last forever? - opinion

Compare consciousness to a radio. You can smash the radio and the music stops, but that doesn’t mean the music came from the radio.

 Composition of human head and fractal colors to serve as a supporting backdrop for projects on mind, dreams, thinking, consciousness, and imagination.

Einav Zangauker receives sign of life from her son Matan, held hostage in Gaza

On Monday, following the announcement of Edan Alexander's return, Zangauker stated: "If Matan is left alone in the tunnel, Netanyahu decided to murder my child."

 Einav Zangauker, mother of Gaza hostage Matan Zangauker, speaks in Tel Aviv, Israel, April 19, 2025

British study: Pets add £70,000 worth of joy to your life

Research shows pets increase happiness by up to 3 to 4 points on a 7-point scale, comparable to the benefits of marriage.

 British study: Pets add £70,000 worth of joy to your life. Image: Gladskikh Tatiana.

Global study: Israelis rank 4th in well-being

the study reveals younger people worldwide are struggling more than older adults, reporting lower levels of flourishing.

 Global study: Israelis rank 4th in well-being.

Sam Mizrahi’s 1451 Wellington: Ottawa’s Newest Landmark in Luxury Living


‘I have never argued with anyone’: Ethel Caterham becomes world's oldest person

Caterham, who lives in Surrey, attributes her longevity to 'never arguing with anyone' and 'doing what I want'.

 ‘I have never argued with anyone’: Ethel Caterham becomes world's oldest person.

Finding strength in support: The power of community and care


Rabbi Yoel Pinto brings clarity: How to confront your shortcomings


Byzantine monastery in Northern Negev reveals monastic life in the desert

Archaeologists uncover rare Byzantine-era structures near Beersheba, including a monastery, winepress, and burials.

 Byzantine monastery and farmhouse found in Northern Negev reveal monastic life in the desert.

Scientists find mysterious micro-burrows in desert marbles hinting at unknown life forms

'These tubes are apparently not the result of a geological process,' says professor Cees Passchier.

 Scientists find mysterious micro-burrows in desert marbles hinting at unknown life forms.