Alaska’s government is updating how thousands of public workers save for retirement—but not everyone likes the changes. A new bill pushes the state to bring back guaranteed pensions after an old system collapsed in 2006. That earlier plan failed because lawmakers didn’t pay enough into it, leaving w
The top medical journal decided it would not give evidence to a U. S. Senate probe about where the COVID‑19 outbreak began. The editor, Richard Horton, told a news event in Barcelona that the journal would not participate in what he called an “administration that has attacked some of the foremost sc
Crime Mob and Dem Franchize Boyz were the sound of early 2000s Atlanta. They made rap feel like a party, with fast beats and bold fashion. Their songs “Knuck If You Buck” and “White Tee” became anthems for many. The two groups came together again on the Boys 4 Life tour. They shared stag
Born in 2001, Deni Avdija grew up on a kibbutz before moving to Herzliya, where he learned discipline and independence. Though his passport says Israeli, his father also holds Serbian citizenship, giving him a dual national identity that shows up in how he talks about his roots. As a child, Deni
VJ Edgecombe grew up on Bimini, a small Bahamian island where basketball dreams start on simple courts. He moved to the United States to chase tougher competition and better training, a step that shaped his rise in the sport. After sharpening his skills at Victory International Institute back hom
The study looked at how two traditional practices could help people who work in hospitals feel less stressed during the COVID‑19 crisis. It focused on three groups: one that did yoga, another that read the Bhagavad Gita, and a third that combined both activities. All groups were made up of hea
African Australian mental health professionals see a strong link between faith, cultural roots and well‑being. They argue that spirituality can offer comfort, a sense of purpose, and community support for people who face stigma or discrimination. In practice, therapists often invite clients to discu
Big names love to treat themselves and their loved ones with high‑end goodies. If you’re hunting for a present that feels fancy but is still practical, look no further than what the stars are piling into their closets and bathrooms. First up is a makeup kit that mixes all‑in‑one shades, praised
Tennessee just made it illegal to own or run a Bitcoin ATM starting July 1. The law treats it like a minor crime, similar to simple drug possession. State leaders say those machines are too often used to trick people—especially older adults—out of their savings. In 2023, U. S. seniors lost $257 mill
In Barcelona, a unique effort tried to understand why some people refuse organ donation. The project, which ran in 2018, brought together leaders from different faiths to talk openly about donation. Instead of focusing only on medical facts, it asked religious and cultural voices how their beliefs m
