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As summer draws to a close, leaders often feel pressure to optimize their team's efficiency for the next quarter. Common approaches like shortening break times, increasing meeting productivity, or analyzing email traffic seem logical but fail to account for how the brain functions. In fact, these tactics may do more harm than good by pushing teams to work against their natural cognitive rhythms. Dr. Mithu Storoni, a Cambridge-trained neuroscientist and author of Hyperefficient: Optimize Your Brain to Transform the Way You Work, shared a more effective solution with me. Her research shows that true efficiency in today's technology-driven world comes from aligning work habits with the brain's natural rhythms. Instead of pushing through fatigue, Storoni advocates for structuring work around periods of peak cognitive performance. By doing so, leaders can unlock higher quality output, greater creativity, and a more sustainable pace for their teams. Here are three pow...

Tomorrow morning (30 September), the Security Council is expected to vote on a draft resolution renewing for one year the authorisation for member states to deploy a Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission to Haiti to help re-establish security in the country and build conditions conducive to holding free and fair elections. Ecuador and the US—the co-penholders on Haiti—authored the draft text. Background Against the backdrop of rampant gang violence in the country, in October 2022 the Haitian government appealed for the immediate deployment of an “international specialised force” to temporarily reinforce the efforts of the Haitian National Police (HNP) to combat gangs. Secretary-General António Guterres endorsed the request, recommending that “[o]ne or several Member States, acting bilaterally at the invitation of and in cooperation with the Government of Haiti, could deploy, as a matter of urgency, a rapid action force” to support the HNP. In July 2023, ten months af...

Shelby Daniele. That’s not a name Fresno natives would not know. Local audiences thronged the Veterans Memorial Stadium in numbers to watch a local young athlete compete and bring in accolade after accolade. Remember that blistering 23.73s across 200m—the second-best in Central Section history, historian Ron Blackwood said—to help Buchanan High School clinch the 2019 CIF State championship? Deep community roots saw her move out of Fresno the following year with dreams of pursuing a job to give back to society. Five years later, a crowd is gathered at the same stadium yet again, but this time, for a different reason… On Friday, friends, family, and countless others arrived in hundreds. Some cried, some hung their head low, and others discussed the five-time All-Big West honoree’s impact on the community. But one common theme settled within conversations and thoughts: The kind of person she was. A fellow athlete’s father, Brian, credited the school record holder in women’s in...

1. **Balanced Nutrition**: Eating a variety of foods, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats, supports overall health. Staying hydrated is equally important, so aim for plenty of water throughout the day. 2. **Regular Exercise**: Engaging in physical activity for at least 150 minutes a week can improve cardiovascular health, boost mood, and enhance strength and flexibility. Find activities you enjoy to make it easier to stay consistent. 3. **Adequate Sleep**: Prioritizing sleep is crucial for recovery and cognitive function. Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night to help your body and mind recharge. 4. **Stress Management**: Incorporating relaxation techniques such as meditation, deep breathing, or yoga can help reduce stress and improve mental clarity. Finding time for hobbies and social connections also plays a vital role in managing stress. 5. **Routine Health Checkups**: Regular visits to healthcare providers for screenings an...

Il y a 16 ans, une Sud-Coréenne est portée disparue. Un mystère qui a été récemment élucidé après la découverte du corps de la disparue dans des conditions pour le moins atroces. Elle avait disparu depuis 16 ans. En Corée du Sud, la disparition d'une femme vient d'être élucidée de manière tragique. C'est dans la ville de Geoje, près de Busan, qu'une atroce découverte a bouleversé le quotidien des habitants, révèle Le Parisien. Âgée d'une cinquantaine d'années au moment de sa disparition, le corps d'une femme a été retrouvé dans un état de conservation surprenant. C'est grâce aux empreintes digitales du corps que la victime a pu être identifiée comme étant une femme portée disparue 16 ans auparavant. Principal suspect dans cette affaire, l'ancien compagnon de la victime a rapidement avoué son crime aux enquêteurs. L'homme a ainsi expliqué avoir tué sade l'époque lors d'une violente dispute ayant eu lieu en 2008, la frappant à c...

We all know someone who, despite their age, still looks years younger than their friends. You might even find yourself a bit envious, wondering what their secret could be. The truth is, it’s not all about good genetics. It often comes down to daily habits. Those who age more gracefully than their peers tend to follow certain routines. These routines aren’t complicated or expensive. They’re simple daily habits that anyone can adopt. In this article, we’ll share the top 8 habits that people who age slower than their friends swear by. You might be surprised to find how easy it is to incorporate them into your own life! 1) They prioritize sleep Did you know that sleep plays a crucial role in how you age? It’s true! Those who age slower than their friends often have one thing in common – they prioritize their sleep. This doesn’t just mean getting enough hours in, but also focusing on the quality of sleep. It’s during our sleep that our bodies repair and rejuvenate. It’s when our skin cells ...