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Newsweek
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Marvel Releases Strange 10-Hour Daredevil Video
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors Marvel seems to have developed a new marketing strategy: really, really long videos. Case in point: Marvel just released a 10-hour-long meditation video featuring Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock/Daredevil kneeling on a rooftop in the rain. You can watch the video for quite a long time below. Read More: Charlie Cox Reacts to 'Avengers: Doomsday' Absence Titled "Meditate with Daredevil", the video includes sounds of rain and thunder, as well as city ambiance like honking horns. Cox remains in the same position the entire time, sometimes looking away from the camera and sometimes looking toward it. As is customary in just about every nighttime shot of Daredevil on the page or screen, there are multiple water towers in the background. Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock/Daredevil in "Daredevil: Born Again" Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock/Daredevil in "Daredevil: Born Again" DISNEY The caption to the video reads "Take a break from fighting crime and enhance, reflect, and refocus yourself with Daredevil, AKA Matt Murdock. Watch Daredevil: Born Again on @disneyplus." Marvel is building up quite a library of meditation videos. A month ago, to the day, Marvel posted an 8.5-hour-long video of Hugh Jackman as Wolverine in his yellow-and-blue "Deadpool & Wolverine" get-up, doing nothing for most of the video but breathing. Unlike the Daredevil video, Jackman would occasionally change position in an homage to the iconic cover of 1982's "Wolverine" #1, flashing his claws with one hand and beckoning the reader closer with the other. The caption of the video reads, "April is National Stress Awareness Month, so breathe deep and feel your adamantium bones melt away. Watch Deadpool & Wolverine on @disneyplus." Ironically, both Cox and Jackman are two of the biggest Marvel names left out of another really, really long Marvel video: the 5-hour video that revealed the cast of next year's "Avengers: Doomsday" via actors' chairs. Cox recently reacted to his missing name during an interview with Collider, saying, "It's not there, is it? Listen, the way that information gets to us is the same way that it gets to everyone else normally. At least historically, that's been the case. Someone sent me the link. I looked for my name. It's not there. So, maybe one day..." Of course, regardless of how many long meditation videos he stars in, it's tough to take Cox's word at face value. Along with Andrew Garfield, Cox famously fibbed about his presence in 2021's "Spider-Man: No Way Home". More Comics: Uma Thurman Returns to Action Films in 'Old Guard 2' First Look 'Fantastic Four' Releases New Look at Unofficial Fifth Member
Yahoo
26-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Patients as young as 8 reportedly having strokes in Hampton Roads
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Strokes in young people are becoming more frequent, and chronic stress may take the bulk of the blame, among other factors. In observance of National Stress Awareness Month, 10 On Your Side is exploring the link between the two. High blood pressure and cholesterol both sound off emotional triggers that can lead to are two major stress factors speeding up the rate at which ages 18 to 44 are experiencing life-threatening brain attacks. Chronic stress can cause high blood pressure, which inflames the blood vessels. That can result in what the American Heart Association said can lead to an intracerebral hemorrhage stroke, occurring when there's damage and severe bleeding to blood vessels in the brain. These types of strokes are increasing at a faster rate in young people. Dr. John Agola, interventional radiologist with Sentara Health, said about 10% of patients they see at Sentara for stroke make up younger patient populations, even 8 and 10-year-old's. 'I think it is scary,' Agola said. 'And I think we have to step back a little bit to see what has changed in our life. This has happened over the about the last 10 or 15 years, that probably 10% to 15% increase in the stroke prevalence in those age groups.' Agola called it an epidemic of poor health. He referenced the 50s and 60s as a time for good public health, but also recognizes times have changed significantly, pointing out the current opioid crisis and unhealthy eating culture. 'I think the general health of the younger population has been demonstrably shown to have been degraded,' Agola said. He attributes the current climate young people are having to navigate through, like the unstable job market and student loan woes, as heavy contributors to their stress levels. 'You go to school, you get a degree, you have your student loans, and you can't find a job that's super duper stressful,' he said. 'The environment related to the internet, for example, and social media, and what stress that creates for people who have to compare themselves to these elements of perfection that they'll never be able to live up to.' According to Agola, there are a few types of strokes frequently being seen in young people. No matter the age group, however, he said signs of stroke will be the same. 'So either [a] bland stroke, which means it's a stroke without blood in the brain or a stroke, where blood is presented into the brain,' he said. 'So that's for intracerebral hemorrhage. Now for ischemic strokes, [that] means a stroke without hemorrhage. The risk factors are protean.' Signs for stroke include numbness to one side of the body, slurred speech, chronic headaches, blurred vision, and challenges with moving or walking. If you or someone you know has any of the above symptoms, call 911 or head to an emergency room for medical assistance. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Forbes
24-04-2025
- Health
- Forbes
Quick Wellness Hits For Mental Health Awareness Month
Sometimes just looking at a relaxing scene in nature is enough, but imagine how much better it is to ... More be there. These days, stress is all around us. After all, there are so many objective reasons to feel stress. This month is National Stress Awareness Month, intended to shine a spotlight on all that stress and motivate us to do something about it. And it slides right into May, which is Mental Health Awareness Month. Whether you (finally!) get out the ashwagandha gummies, crack open that bag of mushroom-fortified coffee or take a class on decocting relaxing herbal elixirs, self-care can diffuse and distract from stress and anxiety, which can be quite therapeutic. Doing something right now, preferably something that fosters a sense of community, can help get you back on track toward feeling a sense of calm, balance and well-being. Here are a few easy ways to re-calibrate, de-stress and beat the doldrums. Beach, forest, mountains—a nature-immersive getaway will always relieve stress and make you feel ... More more balanced. Plan a getaway–and then actually go! Last year, two out of three people surveyed by Ipsos Consumer Tracker planned to take a summer getaway. But only half that number actually went! A long weekend is a great refresher, and you don't need to go far. Be spontaneous and book it on the fly. If you can break for the beach, the salty sea air and pounding surf is a great restorative. The Sanctuary Beach Resort, a 60-room beachfront getaway set along 19 acres of natural sand dunes and California coastline along the Monterey Peninsula, outside San Francisco, is a perfect restorative. Recently reopened after an extensive renovation, Sanctuary offers accommodations right on the beach along with a range of wellness experiences that include beach or power yoga, journaling, chakra alignment reiki, sound bath meditation and more. Whether you are seeking solitude, immersion in nature or a reconnection with family or friends, you will find it in a comfortable and cozy seaside cottage, where your choice of lavish breakfast is delivered in a picnic basket directly to your door. If you are looking for a structured wellness weekend, the Burnout Recovery Journey begins with a Nourishing Welcome Basket of snacks and nonalcoholic aperitifs. Head for the Renewal Studio & Spa for a 90-minute Relaxation Massage and 30-minute HIGHERDose Infrared PEMF Mat experience. Also included is a a SLNT Faraday Phone Sleeve for digital detox and a 20-minute Sleep Hypnosis Audio, if the sound of the ocean waves outside your door isn't enough for you. Also new, the Solstice Detox Massage will stimulate circulation along with the lymphatic system and the body's natural endorphins. A la carte, the new Solstice Detox Massage begins with dry brushing followed by a seaweed mask applied to the body to detox and hydrate the skin. The coup de grace is a 60 minute relaxing massage followed by a natural mood-boosting HigherDose red-light mask. That, along with beachfront yoga and mediation should coax you back to a state of well-being quickly! With the Salt Wood Kitchen & Oysterette restaurant and bar at hand, you will be deliciously nourished and fortified. If you do feel like venturing off property, Sanctuary isn't far from the Monterey Aquarium or the picture perfect town of Carmel-by-the-Sea. At the close of day, enjoy the beautiful sunset 'BondFire'--a private beach bonfire overlooking the sea, intended to foster connection with family and friends while you share a glass of wine, snacks and maybe dinner on the beach. The Ranch Motel, a renovated vintage property in San Antonio, offers membership passes and a roster ... More of popups and programming to foster a sense of community. If you can't get away, enjoy a staycation–or plan several. For those who love hotels, the purchase of a ResortPass can be an easy way to enjoy a day stay at a hotel not far from home, where you can book a pool cabana and spend the day poolside. Find a luxurious spot to do nothing, or, if you must, bring your laptop and work, while enjoying hotel wellness and spa amenities such as steam and sauna; access to a hot tub, beach or fitness center; yoga or kayak rentals. Resort Pass offers access to 1500 luxury hotels in 250 cities across 35 states, including Four Seasons, Fairmont, Waldorf-Astoria, Ritz-Carlton, JW Marriott. (If you are booking an Airbnb in a warm weather destination, the Resort Pass allows access to hotel pools and spas nearby, without staying there.) Many hotels also now offer their own 'membership pass' which can allow access to their pool, grounds, wellness classes, spa and other hotel-stay-for-a-day amenities. At the vibey Ranch Motel & Leisure Club, a re-upped motel in San Antonio, owner Jayson Seidman, founder/CEO Sandstone Ltd., has tapped into a nostalgia for community with day passes, popups and programming and memberships that include use of the facilities from pickleball courts to live music, the mescal lounge and pool. He's rolled out the concept to eight other properties around the US. 'People miss belonging, having a sense of community,' Seidman says. 'It's not about being exclusive, for us it's about people who enjoy having interesting conversations and meeting people.' When it comes to a dance class at Fly Dance Fitness, enjoying yourself just comes with the ... More territory. Head to a dance class. For years, I would walk by the Alvin Ailey Dance Studio on Manhattan's West Side and peer into the floor-to-ceiling glass windows, watching students who looked like they were having a great time. I finally tried it, and guess what? They were! Dance is a surefire mood booster. Dancing not only feels good and makes you happy, it releases endorphins, reduces cortisol levels and releases oxytocin (the bonding hormone that is released when connecting with others) and dopamine along the way, according to Stacey Marks, CEO, Fly Dance Fitness, a gym that fosters community through dance. 'Dance as a fitness modality is more than just a physical workout, it's a mental health oasis,' she says. 'Dancing to high energy music from our clubbing days brings back a sense of nostalgia, making the workout that much sweeter. Everyone is there to have a good time and great workout. So much of what we do at Fly Dance Fitness is building friendships, forming bonds and loving what you see in the mirror.' Especially over the holidays or in the dead of winter, go out dancing, or join a class and get those joy boosters shaking. Dancing reduces cortisol levels and releases oxytocin (the bonding hormone that is released when connecting with others), dopamine and endorphins. And 'dancing to high energy music from our clubbing days also brings back a sense of nostalgia, making the workout that much sweeter,' says Marks. The Latin American Contemporary Art Gallery at the San Antonio Museum of Art (SAMA). Visit a local gallery or museum, discover something new and look at an awe-inspiring piece of art–it will restore your faith in humanity. It may even enable you to stumble onto something new, get outside yourself and lift your spirit, even for an hour. This past week, I popped into the San Antonio Art Museum (SAMA), a beautiful building filled with Ancient Egyptian and Asian galleries, along with rotating exhibitions that feature contemporary Latinx artists such as Amalia Mesa-Bains. And I stumbled on a modern gallery that I'd never seen before, with works by Philip Guston, Helen Frankenthaler, Richard Diebenkorn, Helen Frankenthaler, Philip Guston, Dorothy Hood, Hans Hofmann, Frank Stella, Diego Rivera, David Siquieros, Orozco. I also found a contemporary Indigenous Australian art collection and an entire gallery devoted to Art of the Americas pre-1500 that I didn't know was there! That brief immersion completely recalibrated my stress levels and brought me back to balance. Yoga instructor Kevin Joseph starting the day with a few asanas. If you practice yoga, now is a good time to ramp up your practice, and if you don't, it may be a good time to start. Stress can cause you to hyperventilate or take shallow breaths, and yoga puts a focus on coordinating movement with deep breathing. And if yoga is not your jam, when you find yourself feeling stressed, while sitting at your desk, try mindful breathing: Kevin Joseph, yoga instructor, Ay Well + Fit Studio, recommends taking a moment to take a deep breath in through your nose, count to 4 then release the breath slowly. Repeat three times. Take a walk and focus on the smallest things along your path with curiosity about how it makes your life easier. 'Breath work, meditation and yoga practices de-stress the body by allowing the parasympathetic nervous system to be activated, allowing the oxygen to be carried through the most integral areas of the body,' says Joseph. A friend and fellow yoga lover used this to sign off on an email just this morning: Inhale. Exhale. Repeat. Take advantage of this time of year and motivate yourself to work on small ways to de-stress and jump-start Mental Health Awareness Month.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Wichita Falls hosts free classes for Stress Awareness Month
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — The Wichita Falls – Wichita County Public Health District will offer stress management classes in honor of National Stress Awareness Month. The classes will be held at the Health District, located at 1700 3rd St, on both Thursday, April 24, and Wednesday, April 30, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. and are free of charge. Help those in need in Texoma's Largest Baby Shower Each class is designed to increase knowledge, skill sets, and overall well-being, and to help attendees take practical steps to manage the stress in their lives. Attendees will also learn how to cope with the impact of stress and make positive lifestyle changes at any stage of life. April has been marked as National Stress Awareness Month since 1992. Common issues related to stress include headaches, stomach disorders, anxiety/depression, stroke and heart disease. Registration can be done online or by calling (940) 761-7699. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Associated Press
17-04-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Global Sleep Symposium Features Inactivators™ Sleep Mask for Performance-Driven Sleep Support as America Faces an Unprecedented Era of Stress
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 17, 2025-- As April marks National Stress Awareness Month, Atlanta-based sleep performance company The Inactive Company, is showcasing its innovative sleep mask, Inactivators™, as a science-backed solution to help combat stress by promoting deeper, restorative sleep. Developed over more than a year, largely in collaboration with hospitality and performance brands such as Equinox Hotels, the National Football League, and Collegiate Football properties, The Inactive Company is launching nationally in conjunction with the Global Sleep Symposium. Inactivators feature a patented five-layer design. They are not just sleep masks; they act as a performance tool for anyone looking to enhance their sleep quality, especially during periods of heightened anxiety and stress. 'Stress and sleep are closely interconnected. Each affects the other, and both can be improved with the right tools,' says Lori Oliver, co-founder of The Inactive Company. 'Inactivators are designed to support your sleep physiology, allowing your body to restore, recover, and recharge each night.' Featuring 100% light blockage, cooling materials, and a customizable ergonomic fit, Inactivators facilitate deeper and more restorative sleep. By tackling common stress-related sleep issues like restlessness and temperature regulation, the mask offers relief for individuals who lie awake with racing thoughts. 'Sleep is essential for everything—memory, mood, immune system,' notes Jill MacRae, co-founder of The Inactive Company. 'This month aims to remind people that managing stress begins with prioritizing rest.' The five-layer Inactivators mask includes: More than 60 million Americans suffer from chronic sleep disorders, and only one in three adults gets the recommended 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night. Even mild sleep deprivation can lead to increased stress, cognitive decline, and long-term health risks like high blood pressure and obesity. Inactivators Take Center Stage at the Global Sleep Symposium The performance sleep mask will be featured at the second annual Global Sleep Symposium on May 1 in New York City, where sleep experts, wellness leaders, and tech pioneers will gather to explore the future of sleep innovation and technology. 'Our presence at the Symposium is timely. The country and the world are facing unprecedented levels of sleep deprivation. However, as we prepare to hear from some of the brightest minds in health, we feel incredibly optimistic about our Inactivators product and the opportunity to awaken the sleep superpowers inherent in people,' adds Oliver. About The Inactive Company The Inactive Company is a sleep performance brand dedicated to developing technology and tools that enhance rest and recovery for everyone. Its innovative sleep mask, Inactivators™, is a scientifically backed solution to improve sleep and is trusted by professional and collegiate sports organizations. By emphasizing the science of sleep and the power of intentional design, the company aims to create a world of well-rested individuals. For more information, visit View source version on CONTACT: Jason Gilbreth [email protected] (847) 894-8112 KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA NEW YORK GEORGIA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: GENERAL HEALTH MEDICAL DEVICES OTHER HEALTH HEALTH FITNESS & NUTRITION SOURCE: The Inactive Company Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 04/17/2025 09:08 AM/DISC: 04/17/2025 09:08 AM
