ITIA

Jan 02 2025HEALTH

How Well Do Saskatchewan Dietitians Support Muslim Fasters?

A recent study in Saskatchewan aimed to explore how well-versed dietitians are in supporting Muslims who fast during Ramadan. The survey, conducted online from January 31 to February 22, 2022, shed light on their knowledge, comfort levels, and access to resources. Most dietitians (90%) understood t

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Jan 01 2025EDUCATION

High School Photographers Shine in 2024

This year has been a banner year for high school photojournalism in Massachusetts. The Globe recently shared a collection of 30 stunning photos, capturing the action of 20 different sports teams. These images were taken by 15 talented students from across the state. This is just the latest in a seri

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Dec 28 2024EDUCATION

Unlocking Black History: Florida Students Learn Beyond School Walls

Florida may have required African American history in schools for decades, but many students still receive incomplete lessons. This gap has led to community efforts like Charlene Farrington's Saturday classes at the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum in Delray Beach. Here, students delve into South Flor

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Dec 28 2024POLITICS

Dark Money vs. the People: A Tale of Maine's Fight

In the 2024 U. S. presidential election, billionaires like Elon Musk and Michael Bloomberg spent record amounts, highlighting the influence of wealthy donors. In Maine, a small state with a big idea, residents voted to limit super PAC donations to $5, 000 per individual or entity. This law went into

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Dec 25 2024RELIGION

Crown Heights Teens and Twenty-Somethings Lead With Enthusiasm

In Crown Heights, where concerns had been raised about the young adults' dedication to their values and community, something surprising happened. A place called the 94 Shul started a Beis Medrash where everyone, from working young men to married guys, could get together for some learning and sociali

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Dec 24 2024CRIME

The Bronx's 'The Hub': A Drug Scene That Won't Go Away

Needles and Dealers: The Hub's Open Drug Scene Persists The Hub in the Bronx remains a hotspot for drug use, even after reports highlighted the issue. Addicts openly use opioids on the streets, with dealers freely peddling their wares. The scene is so normal that locals barely notice. Despite effor

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Dec 23 2024POLITICS

Billionaires Target Government Diversity Programs

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, two wealthy businessmen appointed to cut government waste, are expected to suggest erasing all spending on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs across federal agencies. This could impact offices like the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity & In

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Dec 22 2024HEALTH

Contraceptives in Pakistan: What Women Know and What They Need

In Pakistan, family planning services can do wonders for women's health and society's well-being. These services can lower the risks of maternal and infant deaths by reducing unwanted pregnancies and abortions. The government has been working hard to promote these services among the people. But how

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Dec 21 2024POLITICS

Man Who Attacked Police on January 6 Gets Probation, Not Prison

A man who played a part in the attack on the US Capitol on January 6, 2021, has been sentenced to probation, not prison. This former military veteran, who was a leader in the Oath Keepers group, faced off with police inside the Capitol, yelling and shoving. He later admitted his actions were wrong a

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Dec 19 2024CELEBRITIES

Pharrell Williams' New UNESCO Role: A Surprising Turn

Pharrell Williams, known for his 13 Grammy wins and numerous award nominations, has taken on a new challenge. On December 17, the singer, producer, and songwriter was appointed as UNESCO’s goodwill ambassador for artistic education and entrepreneurship. This rare honor, bestowed in a Paris ceremony,

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