Having a pet is like having your best friend with you all the time. Pets own us and they come into our lives and fill them up with a lot of joy, happiness and laughter. They also stay with us and give us unconditional love and affection. "Owning a pet has been linked to numerous mental health benefits. Pets can provide companionship, reduce stress levels, and boost overall mood. In fact, studies have shown that petting a dog or cat can lower blood pressure and release feel-good hormones like oxytocin and serotonin in the brain," wrote Therapist Andrea Evgeniou.(Unsplash)
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When we interact with our pets, there is an increase in activity in the prefrontal cortex of the brain – this further makes us feel calm and relaxed.
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Pets provide happiness, companionship and comfort. Especially for people dealing with PTSD, depression and anxiety, pets can be a great way of dealing with triggers.
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The likes of Angelina Jolie and Anya Taylor-Joy, have all been spotted on the Toronto Film Festival red carpet this year. Actor Janhvi Kapoor also made her debut at the film festival, wearing flirtatious dresses, and plenty of India-inspired look. Discover all of her best fashion moments from TIFF this year, right here. (All pics: Instagram/ Rhea Kapoor)
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This photograph shows a view of a full moon also known as "Blood Moon" with leaves in the foreground during a phase of a total lunar eclipse in Jakarta on September 8, 2025.
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Sabrina Carpenter looked stunning in a sheer red Valentino lace gown, paired with a light pink furry boa. Her look was accessorised with Tiffany & Co. jewellery, and her signature gold locks and dewy makeup.
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The first look at the official trailer of Bugonia, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, revealed Emma Stone's hair transformation. A scene from the film, which recently premiered at the Venice Film Festival 2025, shows abductors shaving Stone's character's head in the back of a car - and it is all real!
