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Sameen David

NEWS
Genes Linked to Antidepressant Use May Reveal New Insights Into Depression and Anxiety

40 Genetic Regions Linked to SSRI Use Signal Broader Mental Health Vulnerabilities

A comprehensive genetic study of nearly 900,000 people pinpointed 40 regions associated with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) use, offering clues to why some individuals require antidepressants beyond traditional depression diagnoses. Stronger Genetic Signals Than Depression Alone Stronger Genetic Signals Than Depression Alone (Image Credits: Pixabay) Researchers combined data from the UK Biobank and the ...

Sameen David

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What It Means to Be ‘Touch-Starved’

The Silent Struggle of Skin Hunger: Decoding Touch Starvation

Millions grapple with an invisible deficit in today’s hyper-connected yet physically distant world, where the absence of simple human contact leaves lasting impacts on well-being. A Growing Craving for Contact A Growing Craving for Contact (Image Credits: Unsplash) Touch starvation, often called skin hunger, strikes when individuals endure prolonged periods without meaningful physical interaction. This ...

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Reaching 4,500 Young People Through DSWF’s UK Wildlife Education Programme

4,500 UK Youth Embrace Wildlife Conservation in DSWF’s Latest Outreach

Hampshire – The David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation delivered a virtual workshop that engaged 149 teachers and reached an estimated 4,500 pupils across the county as part of its UK Wildlife Education Programme. Virtual Conference Sparks Classroom Revolution Virtual Conference Sparks Classroom Revolution (Image Credits: Unsplash) More than 100 questions poured into the live chat during ...

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Agave or bust! Mexican long-nosed bats head farther north in search of sweet nectar

Endangered Bats Extend Migration 100 Miles North in Quest for Agave Nectar

New Mexico — Mexican long-nosed bats pushed their summer migration farther north last year, reaching the edges of Gila National Forest in search of healthier agave blooms amid regional drought. Northernmost Detection Signals Shift Northernmost Detection Signals Shift (Image Credits: Imgs.mongabay.com) Researchers uncovered the bats’ presence through environmental DNA swabbing of agave plants and hummingbird ...

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Big Reflections for Your Weekly Astrology Forecast: February 9th – 16th, 2026

Saturn Enters Aries: Transformative Weekly Horoscope for February 9-16, 2026

Saturn stations into Aries on February 13 at 7:11 PM ET, initiating a major two-year cycle of disciplined action and personal accountability that extends until April 12, 2028. Saturn’s Fiery Challenge Begins Saturn’s Fiery Challenge Begins (Image Credits: Flickr) The planet of structure and reality checks meets Aries, the zodiac’s pioneer of initiative and courage. ...

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Daily Horoscopes: Today In Your Stars

February 8 Horoscopes: Scorpio Moon Fuels Deep Connections and Surprises

Sunday, February 8, 2026, unfolds under the lingering influence of the moon’s shift into Scorpio from the previous day, encouraging introspection amid relational dynamics. Key Transits: Moon in Scorpio Meets Venus-Uranus Tension Key Transits: Moon in Scorpio Meets Venus-Uranus Tension (Image Credits: Pixabay) The moon entered Scorpio late Saturday afternoon at 2:13 PM EST, anchoring ...

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Weekly Individual Sign

Weekly Aries Horoscope: Dreamy Venus Meets Saturn’s Steady Hand (Feb. 9-15)

Aries, prepare for a week where romantic fantasies blend with calls for disciplined growth from February 9 to 15. Venus in Pisces Sparks Enchanting Romance Venus in Pisces Sparks Enchanting Romance (Image Credits: Pixabay) This Tuesday, February 10, Venus glides into Pisces, activating the twelfth house of your chart until March 6. That shift infuses ...

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Rare Slavonian Grebe Emerges in Chichester's Urban Pond Despite Relentless Rains

Rare Slavonian Grebe Emerges in Chichester’s Urban Pond Despite Relentless Rains

Chichester – Heavy downpours and flooding challenged local birdwatchers, yet a wintering Slavonian Grebe appeared in a small urban pond at Platinum Jubilee Park. Unexpected Urban Visitor Breaks Through the Weather Unexpected Urban Visitor Breaks Through the Weather (Image Credits: wikimedia) A rare Slavonian Grebe drew attention to Platinum Jubilee Park, where observers finally secured ...

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Snow Bunting and Glossy Ibis again

Snow Bunting and Glossy Ibis Stage Dramatic Return at Pagham Harbour

Pagham Harbour – Birders marked a memorable afternoon with the reappearance of elusive species amid robust winter flocks. High Tide Roost Reveals Impressive Wader Counts High Tide Roost Reveals Impressive Wader Counts (Image Credits: Flickr) Observers tallied thousands of birds during the high tide pre-roost at East Side and Pagham Spit. Dunlin numbers stood out ...