People who have gone through tough times with mental health issues can make a big difference in how services are designed. This is not just about giving advice. It is about using personal stories to shape better care. A recent study looked at how this works in real life. Six people shared their exp
In a small town like Palmer Lake, Colorado, politics can be intense. Recently, three officials stepped down from their roles. One of them, Michael Boyett, a former trustee, said his heart doctor told him to quit politics. Boyett had a heart procedure in November. He believes the stress from his job
Soil is more than just dirt. It's a bustling world of microbes. Among these tiny life forms, some carry genes that can resist antibiotics. These genes are called antibiotic resistance genes, or ARGs. Scientists wanted to understand how these ARGs form and spread, especially in the soil around plant
In a world where temperatures are rising, getting a good night's sleep is becoming harder. Many people struggle to sleep well when it's hot, especially in places where homes aren't built to handle extreme heat. The way a bedroom is designed can make a big difference in how well someone sleeps. As he
A school board member in New Jersey decided to leave her position early. Rebecca Petersen was part of the Raritan Township school board for three years. She chose to step down a month before her term ended. This happened after a long argument about some old social media posts. Petersen said her tim
In the heart of East Northport, a unique story unfolds. Rebecca Geraghty, a local mom, has transformed a forgotten box of beads into a thriving jewelry business. It all began with a chance discovery in her attic. She stumbled upon beads from her childhood and decided to create something new. This si
Many entrepreneurs focus too much on growing their business and forget about their personal lives. They create detailed financial plans and perfect their company's mission, but they don't think about what they want their everyday life to look like in the future. This focus on business often leads t
Greece has made an impressive turnaround. Just a decade ago, it was on the brink of financial disaster. Today, it's leading the way in Europe's financial affairs. Kyriakos Pierrakakis, Greece's finance minister, has been chosen to head the Eurogroup. This group is made up of finance ministers from c
In a move that grabbed headlines but had little real impact, former President Trump declared he would pardon Tina Peters, a former Colorado county clerk. She was found guilty of meddling with voting equipment after the 2020 election. However, this pardon is mostly for show because Trump can't pardon
Caring for someone with dementia is tough. It takes a toll on both the mind and body. Resilience, or the ability to bounce back from stress, is crucial for caregivers. It helps them stay emotionally stable and healthy. But, there aren't many structured programs designed to build this resilience in c
