Covid lockdown

Did COVID accelerate brain ageing among teens? – Firstpost

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Did COVID accelerate brain ageing among teens? – Firstpost

Although the COVID-19 pandemic is now over, its impacts on teens are still seen today. According to University of Washington researchers, the coronavirus lockdowns — including school closures, postponed sports, and stay-at-home drills — accelerated adolescent brain ageing by as much as four years. A new study, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, … Read more

Xi Jinping showcases policy priorities on first trip to Shanghai since 2020, as Chinese leader promotes his agenda

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Xi Jinping showcases policy priorities on first trip to Shanghai since 2020, as Chinese leader promotes his agenda

Chinese President Xi Jinping is making his first visit to Shanghai since 2020, state media reported on Wednesday, on a trip that highlights some key aspects of his policy agenda in areas such as finance, technology and welfare. On Monday, the Post was the first to report that Xi would be visiting the city this … Read more