Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
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We’ve long known that music eases pain. Now, science is proving it. At the University Hospitals in Cleveland, Ohio, cancer patients can ask for an unusual medicine: Could a guitar player come and play a tune by their bedside, like the Beatles’ “Let it Be”? “We have empirical evidence that shows music can help reduce a person’s pain perception,” says Seneca Block, director of Expressive Therapies at University Hospitals Connor Whole Health. On average, Block’s studies have sh...
The 10 most affordable and most expensive US cities to buy a house For many people, buying a house is simply out of reach today. Housing costs have reached record highs, pricing buyers out and leaving more homes on the market than there have been in years. The data backs this up: Nationwide, just 35% of homes are affordable to the average homebuyer — down from 60% in 2022. Affordability has dropped since the pandemic because house prices and mortgage rates rose in tandem. B...
Should I ditch my credit card for BNPL? Buy now, pay later (BNPL) is popping up everywhere. An April 2025 LendingTree survey found that around half of Americans have used BNPL, and around 1 in 3 have used it more than once. Buyers aren’t just using it for essentials either, with a Billboard report finding that nearly 2 in 3 attendees at this year’s Coachella festival used BNPL to buy their tickets. Credit cards, the grandfather of deferred payment solutions, have been aro...
Where homes are sitting on the market the longest and why In recent years, the only certainty in the housing market is uncertainty. From the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic to unprecedented economic shifts, today’s market has seen plenty of changes. Early in the pandemic, for instance, many buyers sought to take advantage of low mortgage rates, leading to a seller’s market. Today, sellers still have a great deal of leverage in many places thanks to relatively low inv...
When tenants have a right to counsel in eviction cases, but there aren’t enough lawyers to help Icy snow crusted the sidewalks outside the Bronx housing courthouse on a Thursday in late January, a bitterly cold day in a string of bitterly cold days. Inside, spread out over three floors, dozens of people in puffy coats, some cradling babies or hunched over canes, waited to find out whether they would be kicked out of their homes or what it would take to stay housed. Every f...
Former Navy SEALs are diving to save the ocean When Rodolfo “Rudy” Reyes went diving in the Cayman Islands in 2015, the experience changed his life. The highly decorated veteran had logged thousands of dives as a Special Ops Force Recon Marine in 18 years of service. But, as Reyes recalls, “As combat divers we operate at night, pushing 200 pounds of equipment, carrying massive weapons. It’s very stressful, and we focus on the mission — taking on the enemy.” In the Caribbean,...
Use it or lose it: How age affects cognitive skills Conventional wisdom tells us that cognitive skills continue developing until people reach their early 30s and then begin a long fall. However, that conclusion does not come from following individuals as they age. Instead, it comes from comparing the math and reading skills of individuals of different ages at a single point in time. The problem is that people of various ages have different educational experiences, different...
When building sandcastles and tunnels, beware collapsing sand While millions of Americans vacation on beaches every year to seek out sun, sand and the sea, many might not realize how dangerous digging holes in the sand can be. In February 2024, a 7-year-old girl died after an approximately 5-foot (1.5-meter) hole she and her brother dug in the sand collapsed in on her, burying her alive. Stephen P. Leatherman, a coastal science researcher who’s been studying beaches for m...
4 expiring tax breaks for homeowners in 2025 Several significant tax benefits that homeowners have relied on for years will disappear on December 31, 2025, reports NewHomeSource. Why it matters : These expiring tax breaks could mean thousands of dollars in additional taxes for homeowners across the country. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), passed in 2017, was designed to reduce taxes for most Americans by simplifying the tax code and lowering rates. Many of its key provisions...
Top 20 US places where homes sell fastest When the time comes to put your home on the market, a host of questions need to be answered. The most pressing question is, “How long will my house take to sell?” This is also an interesting talking point from a home buyer’s perspective. It’s important to know how much time you’ve got to put an offer in on your dream property before it’s snapped up by someone else. The key statistic that matters in this context is Days on Market (DOM...
Uber’s new shuttles look suspiciously familiar to anyone who’s taken a bus Every few years, a Silicon Valley gig-economy company announces a “disruptive” innovation that looks a whole lot like a bus. Uber rolled out Smart Routes a decade ago, followed a short time later by the Lyft Shuttle of its biggest competitor. Even Elon Musk gave it a try in 2018 with the “urban loop system” that never quite materialized beyond the Vegas Strip. And does anyone remember Chariot? Now it’s...
Summer safety tips for dogs As the temperatures rise during the summer months, so do the risks to your dog’s health. Heat-related conditions, such as heatstroke, are among the most serious and life-threatening issues dogs can face during warmer weather. Dr. Lindsay Cassibry, one of Ollie’s in-house vets, shares her advice on how to handle common summer safety hazards like a pro. How can you tell if it’s too hot for a walk? One of the most frequent questions from dog paren...
What the REAL ID delay tells us about implementing proof-of-citizenship laws You know the REAL ID that you need if you want to board a plane? The deadline to get one was supposed to be May 7. But just days before that, the Department of Homeland Security hit pause, again. Twenty years after Congress passed the REAL ID Act, too many people still didn’t have the right kind of ID, so enforcement was delayed — as it has been multiple times. It’s easy to see why. In states like...
‘We’re still living with the aftermath’: Floridians brace for fresh hurricane season Idalia. Debby. Helene. Not visiting friends, not neighbors. All hurricanes that have not yet faded into memory for the residents of Taylor County in Florida, where all three powerful storms hit in just two years. “It’s hard to look at these hurricanes as memories when we’re still living with the aftermath and worrying about what’s coming next,” said Thomas Demps. After taking direct hits fro...
How to pull off a catfish search like the MTV pros Look, MTV’s “Catfish” is definitely a guilty pleasure, but like any good catfish search, the rabbit hole goes a lot deeper than surface-level drama. There’s a good reason the show’s been running since 2012—tea-sipping aside, legit experts uncover complex webs of scam artists’ deception. And that isn’t just good entertainment, it can be a valuable resource for avoiding and netting your own nasties. So how does the team behind ...
Eco-anxiety in little kids? These early childhood teachers are on the case. A preschooler in Raegan Haines' class at Palmer Elementary in Denver prepares to plant wildflowers in a pot she decorated. Stavros, a 4-year-old at Denver’s Palmer Elementary School, stood on a low blue chair scooping soil into a white pot he’d decorated with his school picture and stickers of a donut, a camera, and the word “lucky.” Next, he shook a packet of seeds for wildflowers native to Colorad...
Extreme heat is becoming more common in the U.S. Here’s how to stay safe. Summer brings heat waves — and the risk of heat-related illnesses. Extreme heat is the primary cause of weather-related mortality in the United States, posing a significant threat to public health. Periods of unusually hot weather are especially dangerous for elderly people and those with chronic conditions. But anyone working or exercising outside, or those without access to cool shelters, can be vulner...
What is a p-card? How to choose a purchasing card P-cards, or purchase cards, are company cards that employees can use to make business purchases without going through the traditional purchase request and approval process. This avoids the long wait times between needing to make a purchase and getting it approved. It’s also an alternative to employees using their personal credit cards for business expenses and filing for reimbursement. Also known as procurement cards, p...
How single older men can stand out and find real love, according to a matchmaker Dating is fun at every age, but it has serious benefits for mature adults. Research tells us healthy romantic relationships among older people can improve cognitive function, boost physical vitality, and lead to a happier, more satisfying life. These perks can even reduce stress hormones, boost lifespan, and make healing after surgeries less painful. However, as anyone who’s survived heartbreak w...
Every year, students from across the country agonize about where to go to college. The choices are endless: Big university or small private school? Close to home or far away? Options even abound for those committed to pursuing the standard "the college experience." Ultimately, however, where to matriculate is heavily influenced by where a school is located, especially for prospective students looking for the perfect college town. The local student body often significantly...
Companies go to great lengths to protect sensitive personal and financial information. But as cybercriminals become increasingly sophisticated, scams are on the rise, putting key information at risk of being compromised. Scammers often use phishing techniques to access secure data or personal information. Cybersecurity company Egress reports that QR Code scams in emails accounted for 12.4% of all phishing emails in 2023, jumping from 1.4% just a year prior. Health care,...
As is so often the case, the first half of 2025 has had some serious highs and lows. There have been major box-office hits, like "Sinners," poised to be one of the highest-earning horror movies of the past decade, along with some colossal disappointments, like Disney's universally panned live-action "Snow White," expected to lose the studio $115 million. And the summer movie season is just getting underway. While the early months of the year are generally slower in Hollywood,...
In an era of social media influencers endorsing fad diets, questionable cleanses, and quick weight loss fixes, registered dietitians are arguably more valuable than ever in helping to cut through misinformation about nutritional health. Jobs for registered dietitians and nutritionists are projected to grow 7% by 2033, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Increased interest in wellness, self-care, and the link between diet and health has spurred an evolution of the...
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows are casting roles near you....
In 1968, professional tennis entered the Open Era. With the introduction of the four Grand Slam tournaments—the U.S. Open, Australian Open, French Open, and Wimbledon—the division between pros and amateurs finally ended. But there was still the matter of male versus female players. In 1973, Billie Jean King famously beat Bobby Riggs in "The Battle Of The Sexes," winning $100,000. But her plea for gender equality came three years prior when she won the Italian Open and ear...
