Scientists identify 74 genetic regions linked to anxiety in study of nearly 700,000 people, uncovering 39 never-before-seen DNA clues that could reshape future treatments

A genetic analysis of nearly 700,000 people identified 74 distinct locations in the human genome tied to anxiety, 39 of which had never been linked to the condition before A genetic analysis of nearly 700,000 people has identified 74 regions of the human genome linked to anxiety symptoms, including 39 that had never before been […]

America@250: The United States of Anxiety

TOI correspondent from Washington: When President Donald Trump asserted repeatedly in recent months that the United States has become the “hottest country in the world” little could anyone have imagined he meant it literally although some of his supporters attribute magical qualities to him.In record temperatures across parts of America, including his own anticipated 107F […]

‘General Squid Games’: Pete Hegseth summons military top brass — triggers anxiety in DC

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has abruptly summoned hundreds of America’s top military commanders to a sudden meeting at the Marine Corps base in Quantico, Virginia, next Tuesday, sparking unease inside the Pentagon and across the armed forces. According to officials who spoke to CNN and the New York Times, the gathering will include generals […]

Failed 3 H1-B attempts: Indian professional in US says ‘visa anxiety is a permanent subscription’, plans return to be with family

A 29-year-old Indian professional working in US has described the stress of repeated H-1B lottery failures as a “permanent subscription”, in a viral Reddit post cited by the American Bazaar.The user said he moved to US for a master’s degree during what he called “one of the worst job markets ever”. He completed his course […]

Stress, panic or burnout? Free mental health helplines that are open 24/7 in the UAE

Anxiety Rising? UAE Residents Can Call These Free Mental Health Hotlines Right Now Across the United Arab Emirates, awareness around mental health has grown significantly in recent years. From anxiety and burnout to trauma and grief, more residents are speaking openly about emotional wellbeing. In response, health authorities, hospitals and private organisations across the country […]

‘Has anyone encountered ICE in Minneapolis?’: H-1B workers voice anxiety on Reddit after Renee Good shot dead by federal agents

In the aftermath of a fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis that shook the city and ignited nationwide debate, anxiety has rippled far beyond protests — reaching into online forums and the minds of everyday residents, including H-1B visa holders.That unease surfaced on Reddit, where a user asked a simple but telling question: “Has anyone encountered […]

Wendy Ortiz spared red carpet interview after revealing her anxiety over StableRonaldo feud

Wendy Ortiz, popular streamer and content creator, has been spared from facing an on-camera interview at the upcoming Streamer Awards red carpet following her personal anxieties related to a public feud with fellow streamer StableRonaldo. Ortiz recently expressed that she felt nervous and uneasy about participating in red carpet activities, citing their ongoing drama as […]

‘Suffering for stress, anxiety’: Indian woman Phoenix Doe cited in lawsuit against Trump’s $100,000 H-1B fee

The lawsuit challenging Trump’s H-1B fee of $100,000 cites the case of an Indian woman, Phoenix Doe. Donald Trump’s proclamation imposing a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas got its first legal hurdle as a coalition of unions, employers and religious groups filed a lawsuit challenging the fee in federal court in San Francisco. The lawsuit […]

‘Living in terror’: Trump’s law enforcement surge sparks anxiety in DC – mayor Bowser raises concerns

Muriel Bowser (left), Donald Trump (AP) As US President Donald Trump’s federal law enforcement surge nears the end of its third week in Washington, DC, Mayor Muriel Bowser has publicly voiced concern over the growing anxiety among residents – especially in immigrant communities. While Bowser acknowledged that the increased federal presence has helped push crime […]

Raashii Khanna shares struggle with travel anxiety after Air India incident in emotional airport post: “It feels like holding your breath” : Bollywood News

Actor Raashii Khanna shared that she has been struggling with travel anxiety after the Air India incident involving the London-bound flight AI171 in Ahmedabad, which has raised concerns about air travel safety. She admitted that recent news reports have intensified her fears, causing her to feel increasingly uneasy while flying. Raashii Khanna shares struggle with […]