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Scientists find exercise rivals therapy for depression

A large review of studies suggests that exercise can ease depression about as effectively as psychological therapy. Compared with antidepressants, exercise showed similar benefits, though the evidence was less certain. Researchers found that light to moderate activity over

President von der Leyen travels to the Middle East

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (pictured), together with the President of the European Council, António Costa, will be in Jordan, Syria and Lebanon this week. Their visit follows the adoption of the Pact for the Mediterranean in November, promoting

This brain trick makes exercise feel easier

Exercise doesn’t just challenge the body; it challenges how the brain interprets effort. Scientists discovered that vibrating tendons before cycling allowed people to push harder without feeling like they were working more. Their muscles and hearts worked overtime, but their

The Four Horsemen of Europe's decline

In the imagination of many who live outside of the continent, the very name of “Europe” still evokes an image of its 19th-century grandeur: opulent palaces, cobblestone streets, and cultural legacies preserved in art, literature, and architecture. Yet, beneath this façade,

Special year ahead for famous Brussels festival

In 2026, Belgium's famous Queen Elisabeth Competition will celebrate a truly special edition. It will be dedicated to the cello and also marks the 150th anniversary of Queen Elisabeth's birth and 75th anniversary of the Queen Elisabeth Competition itself. This year also marks