As humans, we are wired for connection. Whether at work or in our personal relationships, we want to be around people who make us feel appreciated and understood. When we feel that way, we want to spend more time with these sorts of individuals—whether that means hiring them, buying from them, or helping them in any manner we can. Successful people have strong networks made up of people they trust, believe in, and can count on for support through good times and bad. One common denominator among individuals who have the ability to form meaningful connections is that they have…

If international forums are any indication, Russia remains persona non grata over its invasion of Ukraine. In a U.N. vote Wednesday on a resolution condemning Moscow’s illegal annexation of Ukrainian territory last month, 143 of the body’s 193 members voted in favor—the highest number of votes against Moscow since its invasion began. Thirty-five countries abstained, while just five—Russia, as well as its allies in Belarus, North Korea, Syria, and Nicaragua—voted against. The outcome was hailed by Western leaders in the U.S. and elsewhere as a clear indication of Russia’s international isolation. But it also revealed how many countries remain on…

Poor women suffer heart attacks almost six years earlier than rich women, a new study has revealed. Scientists behind the research say women on low incomes lack the health choices and lifestyle care available to their richer neighbors. Researchers at the Austrian Academy of Sciences studied the socio-economic background of cardiovascular patients in Vienna, the Austrian capital. They discovered that poorer people suffered heart attacks sooner in life than wealthier people and that this was even more pronounced in women. The academy said in a statement: "Eating a balanced diet, avoiding stress, getting plenty of exercise and also keeping an…

Memory is a fickle thing. For example, you may remember something significant that happened a decade ago, but not what you had for dinner last Tuesday. Or maybe you are simply forgetful with the little things, like misplacing your keys, reading texts but forgetting to respond, or losing track of appointments. Everyone forgets things every now and then, but if you are often forgetful — with important things just out of grasp in your mind or words right on the tip of your tongue — it can feel debilitating and beyond frustrating. Although some memory loss and forgetfulness is normal…