Last year, more than 2 million people attempted to enter the United States, bringing the total number of immigrants to a record high of 46 million, according to recent estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau. Some sought refuge from conflicts, violence, and political unrest, while others wanted the security of a functional economy. The Southwest border experienced the largest ever surge in numbers. In 2022, more than a million individuals became authorized permanent residents in the United States. Most new permanent U.S. residents originate from 20 countries and five continents, with the largest numbers of people coming from Mexico.

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If you find yourself taking a break mid-day and scrolling an Instagram feed full of cute dog photos, you're not just procrastinating; you're improving your mental health. Studies show that just a few minutes of looking at pictures of dogs online can significantly improve your sense of well-being and improve your focus and attention. You're basically leveling-up for the work ahead.

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Creative types – musicians, painters, writers – are often regarded as a tormented and difficult bunch but a study has revealed that at least one subsection of the artistic community may have grasped the trick of staying well balanced.

A study of magicians around the world, led by Aberystwyth University’s psychology department, suggests that illusionists may be less prone to mental health difficulties than other creatives and the general population.

The research, published on Wednesday in the journal BJPsych Open, measured psychopathological traits of almost 200 magicians and compared the results with data from other artistic groups and the general population.

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