Estonia's president, Alar Karis, recently shared some interesting insights about the Russia-Ukraine war and the challenges of finding peace. He mentioned a conversation he had with former U. S. President Donald Trump earlier this year. Trump had said they were close to ending the war, but as of Octo
Emotional awareness is a big deal. It helps us get along with others and understand ourselves better. A tool called the Levels of Emotional Awareness Scale (LEAS) has been around since 1990. It measures how well people can recognize and understand their own emotions and those of others. A recent st
Martha Stewart, the famous businesswoman and TV personality, has a unique way of celebrating Halloween. She hands out cash to trick-or-treaters who visit her home. This tradition started because her farm is quite remote and the path to her door can be a bit scary. She sees it as a reward for those b
The North Bay is in for a treat this Halloween, with clear skies and mild temperatures perfect for trick-or-treating. But don't let the calm weather fool you; the coast is a different story. A beach hazard statement is in place, warning of dangerous conditions from Saturday morning to Tuesday early
Our world is getting hotter, and it's not just a phase. Over the past century, the average surface temperature has gone up by about 2 degrees Fahrenheit. This might not sound like much, but it's enough to cause some serious changes. Glaciers are melting, sea levels are rising, and extreme weather ev
The Institute of World Politics (IWP) has been around for 35 years. It was started by John Lenczowski, who used to work on the Reagan National Security Council. He noticed that many people working in government jobs related to strategy were not well-prepared. This was especially true for those in th
Senator Elizabeth Warren has raised serious concerns about a recent decision to include cryptocurrencies in 401(k) retirement plans. She believes this could put people's savings at risk. Warren thinks crypto markets are not well-regulated and could be dangerous for those saving for retirement. She
Spain's current leaders recently honored those affected by the country's civil war and the long rule of General Francisco Franco. This event happened just before the 50th anniversary of Franco's death. Franco took control in 1936 after a coup against the elected government. This led to a war that l
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has made a bold move by firing LSU athletic director Scott Woodward. This decision came just a day after Landry publicly declared he would not support Woodward's choice for the next football coach. Landry's strong words, including a dramatic comparison to Donald Trump,
Avoya Travel just won two big awards for mixing old-school marketing with cutting-edge tech. They're proving that print isn't dead and that booking a cruise can be both easy and personal. First, they showed that direct mail isn't just for grandma's cookies anymore. By using data to target the right
