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The surprising benefits of 'awe walks' for your health and well-being
In a world full of wonders, explore the unexpected joy and well-being that awe walks may provide. Let us begin on an exploratory journey inspired by the findings of Virginia Sturm, Ph.D. and associate professor of neurology and psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of California, Read More...
Germany takes a green step: legalizing cannabis use sparks debate and solutions
Germany's parliament, backed by Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition, enacted legislation legalizing cannabis for personal use. This judgment places Germany within a narrow group of countries that have adopted partial legalization, granting individuals and voluntary associations specific rights to Read More...
Elevate your tea experience: 5 innovative ways to improve your daily brew
While the classic simplicity of tea is always comforting, there's a world of flavors waiting to be explored. If you want to add some excitement to your everyday tea routine, try these five creative suggestions. Citrus zest: the zingy upgrade For decades, tea connoisseurs have added a slice of Read More...
Baltimore takes on homelessness with an $18 million initiative
Baltimore's leaders overcame opposition to reach a revolutionary $18.4 million agreement. The 4-1 vote demonstrates the city's commitment to combating homelessness. Despite pushback from Council President Nick Mosby, the vote illustrates that municipal leadership is determined to keep promises made Read More...
$1 billion donation changes lives of Albert Einstein College of Medicine students
Ruth Gottesman, a former Albert Einstein College of Medicine professor and widow of Wall Street financier David 'Sandy' Gottesman, announced an unprecedented $1 billion commitment to the Bronx-based college. This groundbreaking contribution eliminates tuition costs for four-year students and Read More...
Bangladesh court takes a stand against elephant cruelty, banning wild adoptions
On February 25, a Bangladeshi court made a landmark decision prohibiting the adoption of wild elephants. Animal rights organizations have welcomed this judgment as a "landmark" step toward ending cruelty to Asian elephants. Suspending licenses: a necessary step Rights organizations celebrate the Read More...
Guess what? Women need less physical activity than men for the same longevity boost
Women who want to live a longer, healthier life may have just received some good news: according to a recent study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, women only require half the amount of exercise that men do to enjoy the same longevity advantages. A little goes a long Read More...
Former Japanese American detention site becomes national park
The Amache National Historic Site in southeastern Colorado has been officially recognized as one of America's national parks. Amache, founded during World War II, was one of the locations where thousands of Japanese Americans were incarcerated and imprisoned. It is now transitioning from a sad Read More...
Unleashing the power of joy lists
In their quest to break away from life's monotony, many people have discovered the transforming concept of a pleasure list. The joy list is based on positive psychology principles, which promote happiness and emotional well-being. According to licensed professional counselor Alyssa Scolari Read More...
Transforming healthcare through the All of Us initiative
In an unprecedented move, the All of Us program, a gigantic US project led by the National Institutes of Health, is altering the landscape of genetic research. This ambitious endeavor, funded by more than $3.1 billion, aims to enroll one million people from historically underrepresented ethnic and Read More...