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Merge 104.8 | 10 November 2025
A new study finds that going to bed before 1 am may protect your mental health. Those who consistently sleep after 1 am show higher rates of depression and anxiety, suggesting that late-night sleep patterns can disrupt emotional regulation and overall well-being. Maintaining a regular sleep schedule remains key for mental health.
China has rolled out a new policy aimed at tightening control over what gets posted online. Under the new regulations, social media influencers who discuss topics like law, medicine, education, or finance must now hold a relevant, officially recognised degree — or face fines of up to ¥100,000. Authorities say the move is designed to combat misinformation and boost the credibility of online discussions.
Finland’s Prime Minister has floated the idea of a four-day workweek with six-hour days, calling it “the next step in working life.” She says shorter hours would boost well-being and family time, though critics doubt it could work across all sectors. The proposal isn’t policy yet, but it’s reigniting debate over productivity and work-life balance.
