Let’s take a look at the Morandi Bridge collapse in Italy as an example of how communities can bounce back after trauma. The disaster wasn’t just about rebuilding infrastructure; it was about rebuilding a sense of community too. The Beyond the Bridge Project was involved in this process. We talked
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
For over a year, a group of teens called the "Gilbert Goons" had been harassing and assaulting other teens. They'd record their attacks and post them online, often using brass knuckles and other weapons. These attacks continued even after one teen, Preston Lord, died from his injuries. The police an
Do you find it hard to follow conversations in noisy places, even with hearing aids? Older adults with hearing loss often struggle with this. But what if there was a way to improve how well they understand speech in noisy environments? A recent study explored how music skills and brain power might h
A recent study looked into how playing video games, especially those with action-based mechanics, can boost cognitive performance. Researchers wondered if these benefits were due to inherent differences in cognitive skills from earlier in life. They used data from a study called CATSLife, involving
In the aftermath of a devastating shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, the community is embracing Christmas traditions to find comfort and hope. Reverend Sarah Karlen from City Church explains that the faith community feels God's presence more than ever. The church will
In the United States, Amazon delivery drivers are protesting in four states. These drivers complain about long hours, heavy workloads, and little support. They say they have to deliver around 400 packages a day, with few breaks and no helpers. Amazon, however, says the strike won’t affect holiday de
Quavo and his team at Quavo Cares hosted their second Huncho Farms event in Atlanta, partnering with the Atlanta Community Food Bank and the city council. This year, they aimed to support seniors raising grandchildren in food-scarce communities. The event was like a big market, with tents filled wit
In Wisconsin, a 15-year-old student shot and killed a teacher and a classmate at Abundant Life Christian School. The shooter, Natalie “Samantha” Rupnow, had just started at the school and didn't show any major concerns to teachers. The community, deeply rooted in faith, is struggling with the lack o
Trinity Rodman, a pro soccer player for Washington Spirit and the USWNT, isn’t having it with her dad, Dennis Rodman’s, half-hearted apology. After sharing her story about their troubled relationship on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast, Trinity called her dad’s public apology a big “joke. ” On Instagram
