There is a lot of talk about violence in America. But how much do we really know about it? In 2022, a staggering number of people lost their lives to violence. 24, 000 died from homicide. Another 49, 000 took their own lives. These are not just numbers. They are people. Mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, friends, and neighbors. They are part of a bigger problem tha...
The Lithuanian versions of two scales that measure death anxiety have been put to the test. These scales are the Revised Collett-Lester Fear of Death Scale and the Existential Death Anxiety Scale. The goal was to see if these scales work well in Lithuanian. The study involved 528 people. Most of them were women, making up 75. 9% of the group. Their ages ranged from ...
In the heart of the Bronx, a young man's life was abruptly ended. Irvin Provitt, just 21 years old, was shot and killed in a park. This tragic event occurred a mere three months after his release from Rikers Island. Provitt had been eager to turn his life around and had even started an education program. Provitt's journey was marked by both triumph and tragedy. He h...
Valerie Mahaffey, a celebrated actress, passed away at the age of 71. She was known for her roles in various TV shows. Her husband, Joseph Kell, shared the sad news. He mentioned that she had been fighting cancer for a short time. He described her as a beloved actress and the love of his life. Valerie Mahaffey was born in Indonesia. Her parents were from Canada and ...
Heart disease is a sneaky killer. It can strike suddenly, leaving little time for diagnosis. This makes it a tough nut to crack for medical experts. But what if there was a way to spot the signs of acute ischemic heart disease (AIHD) even after death? That is what a recent study set out to explore. The study focused on lipids, which are fats found in the blood. Thes...
Jonathan Joss, a familiar face from the popular TV show "Parks and Recreation, " was tragically killed in front of his home in San Antonio, Texas. He was 59 years old. The news of his death has shaken many, including his co-stars. Chris Pratt, who rose to fame playing Andy Dwyer in the same show, expressed his sorrow on Instagram. He called Joss a kind person and ur...
A well-known voice actor, Jonathan Joss, was fatally shot in a dispute with a neighbor. The actor was 59 years old. The incident occurred on a Saturday night in San Antonio. The police were called to a home where they found Joss with multiple gunshot wounds. Despite efforts to save his life, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The shooter, who fled the scene, w...
John Brenkus was a man who knew how to make science fun. He was the creator and host of a show called "Sport Science. " This show was all about explaining the science behind sports. It was on TV from 2007 until the 2010s. It ran on Fox Sports Network and then moved to ESPN. The show won six Emmy Awards. This was a big deal. It showed that people liked learning about ...
Devin Harjes, a familiar face in TV shows like "Boardwalk Empire, " "Daredevil, " and "Gotham, " has sadly passed away. He was just 41 years old. Harjes was born in Lubbock, Texas, and had a unique childhood, growing up around horses. This early experience might have shaped his adventurous spirit and love for performing. He studied acting in college, kicking off his...
The world is changing fast. Climate change is a big deal. It is affecting everything and everyone. This includes how we think about death and dying. Education about death is not new. But it needs a fresh look. Especially now. It is time to think about death in a way that connects us all. This includes humans and other species. This is what some people call a posthuma...