Light or no light? How your exposure at night may impact cardiovascular health

New research indicates that sleeping in brightly lit conditions significantly increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, including heart failure, coronary artery disease, and stroke. This disruption of the body’s circadian rhythm, by suppressing melatonin production, negatively impacts heart health. Conversely, high daytime light exposure is linked to better cardiovascular outcomes, emphasizing the importance of natural…

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Bareilly tension: 38 shops sealed over ‘encroachment’; crackdown to continue

Bareilly authorities sealed 38 shops, mainly minority-owned, following recent clashes between police and “I Love Muhammad” campaign protesters. Shopkeepers allege the civic action is a reprisal, claiming a court stay and lack of notice. Officials, however, assert the sealing targets rioters and addresses encroachment on government land. Internet services remain suspended as security forces maintain…

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