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New Indian Express
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Dylan O'Brien to star alongside Mark Ruffalo and Ruth Madeley in Being Heumann
Dylan O'Brien, best known for the Maze Runner series, is the latest to join the upcoming film Being Heumann. He joins previously announced cast members Mark Ruffalo and Ruth Madeley. The film is an adaptation of the bestselling memoir from disability activist Judy Heumann, titled Being Heumann: An Unrepentant Memoir of a Disability Rights Activist. While Madeley plays the titular role, Ruffalo essays Joseph Califano, the U.S. Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare under President Jimmy Carter. O'Brien will play Evan White, one of the few reporters covering the San Francisco disability rights protests.
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dylan O'Brien joins 'Being Heumann'
Hollywood actor Dylan O'Brien, best known for his role in "Maze Runner", is set to star in "Being Heumann". The 33-year-old actor will appear alongside Ruth Madeley and Mark Ruffalo in the upcoming film, according to the entertainment news outlet Deadline. The film is an adaptation of the bestselling memoir from disability activist Judy Heumann, titled "Being Heumann: An Unrepentant Memoir of a Disability Rights Activist". The book chronicles the journey of Heumann's struggle for inclusion and mentions her role in the disability rights movement. She led the movement alongside Ed Roberts and Javed Abidi, in 1977. The movement lasted for 28 days. "Being Heumann" is directed by Sian Heder and will have O'Brien essaying the role of Evan White, one of the few reporters covering the San Francisco disability rights protests. Madeley plays the titular role in the film. Ruffalo will portray Joseph Califano, the U.S. Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare under President Jimmy Carter, who was initially doubtful to sign off on civil rights legislation affecting the disabled community. The film is produced by David Permut under Permut Presentations and Kevin Walsh through The Walsh Company. John W. Beach and Kevin Cleary are producing under Gravity Squared Entertainment O'Brien will next appear in a black comedy film, "Twinless". Directed by James Sweeney, the film is slated to release in September. PTI
05-06-2025
- Politics
Births in Japan Fall Below 700,000 for the First Time in 2024
The number of births in Japan fell below 700,000 for the first time in 2024. Demographic statistics published by the Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare show that there were 686,061 births, down 41,227 year on year, marking a record low for the ninth year running. The total fertility rate, indicating the number of children a woman has in her lifetime, fell by 0.05 points to a new low of 1.15. The fertility rate tended to be lower in eastern prefectures than in the west, with Tokyo dipping below 1 for the second year, at 0.96, followed by Miyagi at 1.00 and Hokkaidō at 1.01. The highest fertility rates were seen in the prefectures of Okinawa (1.54) and Fukui (1.46), ahead of Tottori, Shimane, and Miyazaki, all at 1.43. While the number of marriages increased by 10,322 to 485,063, it is still very low. Cultural factors including the general aversion to having children outside of marriage in Japan and trends toward marrying late or not at all present major challenges to efforts to lift the number of births. Japan's Demographics 2024 estimate 2023 Births 686,061 727,288 Total fertility rate 1.15 1.20 Deaths 1,605,298 1,576,016 Natural population change –919,237 –840,728 Marriages 485,063 474,741 Divorces 185,895 183,814 Created by based on demographic statistics from the Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare. The number of deaths in 2024 increased by 29,282 to reach a postwar high of 1,605,298. Since the natural decrease in population, which is the difference between the number of births and deaths, surpassed 600,000 for the first time in 2021, it has risen sharply to a record high 919,237 in 2024. During the first baby boom (1947–49) immediately after the end of World War II, the number of annual births in Japan reached 2.5 million, and births per year exceeded 2 million during the second baby boom (1971–74). Since then, the number has consistently declined, without a spike in births when the second baby-boom generation reached the age to have their own children. The number of births dropped below the number of deaths for the first time in 2007. Data Sources (Translated from Japanese. Banner photo © Pixta.)
04-06-2025
- Business
Government Survey Finds Japanese Homeless Population Continues to Decrease
A January 2025 survey by the Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare found that there were 2,591 homeless people in Japan, down 229 or 8.1% year on year. The survey has been conducted according to law since 2003. In the January survey, employees of local authorities observed homeless people staying overnight in areas including parks and beside rivers. There were 2,346 men, 163 women, and 82 people whose gender could not be determined. The number of homeless people observed has fallen by around a third since the total of 3,824 in 2021. However, it does not include people without fixed residences who stay in internet cafés and similar locations. By prefecture, Osaka had the most homeless people at 763. This was followed by Tokyo with 565 and Kanagawa with 366. There were no homeless people found in nine prefectures, including Aomori, Niigata, and Nagasaki. The most common locations where homeless people stayed were urban parks (25.5%), roadsides (24.1%), riversides (21.6%), and station buildings (5.8%), with 22.9% in other locations. The number of people sleeping by rivers has decreased in recent years. (Translated from Japanese. Banner photo © Pixta.)
News18
12-05-2025
- Health
- News18
International Nurses Day Wishes 2025: History, Significance And Quotes
Last Updated: International Nurses Day honours the vital role of nurses. The 2025 theme, 'Our Nurses. Our Future,' highlights their impact on global health and the future of care. International Nurses Day 2025: Nurses across the globe play a vital role in ensuring the well-being of individuals. Their unwavering dedication and tireless efforts in caring for the sick and those in need of medical attention make a profound impact every day. To honour their invaluable contributions to healthcare and society, International Nurses Day is celebrated each year on May 12. Wishing a Happy Nurses Day to the modern-day Florence Nightingale! Happy International Nurses Day 2025! I extend my heartfelt greetings to all nurses. Dear nurse, your kind smile is enough to cure all the diseases of the world. So always put a big smile on your face! Wishing you a happy International Nurse Day 2025! Happy International Nurses Day 2025! Thank you to every nurse for always blessing us with your love and care. A nurse gives comfort, care, and utmost attention to others when they are in the most sensitive condition. You make the most wonderful people on Earth. Wishing you a very happy International Nurses Day 2025! International Nurses Day 2025: Quotes Here are some of the popular quotes to share on International Nurses Day 2025. International Nurses Day 2025: History The International Council of Nurses (ICN) has been commemorating International Nurses Day since 1965. The idea of honouring nurses dates back to 1953, when Dorothy Sutherland, an official from the U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, proposed that President Dwight D. Eisenhower declare a 'Nurses' Day" to recognise their contributions. Although the proposal was not approved, it reflected the growing recognition of nurses' dedication and hard work. It wasn't until January 1974 that International Nurses Day was officially established. The date, May 12, was chosen to coincide with the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing, and is now observed globally in her honour. International Nurses Day 2025: Significance This day serves as a powerful reminder of the invaluable role nurses play in our lives. According to the official website, this year's theme is 'Our Nurses. Our Future. Caring for nurses strengthens economies," emphasising the importance of prioritising the well-being of nurses themselves as a foundation for stronger healthcare systems and healthier societies. International Nurses Day 2025: Celebrations In India, various events and activities and ceremonies are held to thank nurses for their dedication and hard work, address issues like gender equality, leadership, and innovation in nursing, and emphasise the economic and societal benefits of investing in the nursing profession. In the United States, the celebrations take place not only on a single day. Rather, they celebrate the contribution of the nurses in a week-long event from May 6 to May 12. Similarly, in Canada, they celebrate National Nursing Week each year during the week that includes May 12 since 1985. In Australia, various nursing award ceremonies are conducted during the week across many states and territories. In Ireland, an Irish nurse recruitment agency titled Nurse Jobs Ireland celebrates a week-long pro-bono campaign to mark the celebration since 2012. In the United Kingdom, every year, a service is held at Westminster Abbey in London, where a symbolic lamp is taken from the Nurses' Chapel and handed from one nurse to another. Finally, as the lamp reaches the Dean, the person places it on the High Altar. In Vietnam, nurses and other healthcare professionals host events and meetings for the betterment of nurses all across the country. Meanwhile, different countries observe Nurses Day on various dates to reflect their unique histories and cultural significance. In Singapore, Nurses Day is celebrated on August 1 to recognise the efforts of nurses in delivering quality healthcare. Thailand observes National Nurses Day on October 21, a tradition that began in 1990 to honour the birth anniversary of Srinagarindra, the Princess Mother. In Iran, Nurses Day is celebrated on the birthday of Zaynab bint Ali, which typically falls on August 3, recognising her as a symbol of compassion and caregiving. Watch CNN-News18 here. The News18 Lifestyle section brings you the latest on health, fashion, travel, food, and culture — with wellness tips, celebrity style, travel inspiration, and recipes. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : international nurses day lifestyle Location : Mumbai, India, India First Published: May 12, 2025, 07:10 IST
