Nonprofit Spotlight: A Home for Kids In Need
- Making a Positive Difference
- July 10, 2011
In Henry Country, Georgia, just a few miles outside of Atlanta, one in 25 children are abused, neglected, or abandoned entirely. A Friend’s House, in McDonough, Georgia, was founded in 1998, and is a home for these children in crisis. Since it opened its doors, A Friend’s House has provided over 1,660 children with meals and
READ MOREDaniel Radcliffe Reveals His Alcohol Problem
- Celebrity HealthStyles
- July 5, 2011
Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe shared his previous struggles with alcoholism in an interview with GQ, but the 21-year-old was proud to say he’s been dry since last August. In an effort to cope with extreme paparazzi, Radcliffe turned to booze as an escape. Now that he’s more comfortable with his success, he says he
READ MOREU.S. Volunteers Bring Relief to Japan on July 4th
- Making a Positive Difference
- July 5, 2011
While most Americans celebrate the country’s independence with a backyard barbeque and dazzling fireworks, these young volunteers are reeling in America’s 235th birthday half way across the world. It’s been four months since a 9.0 earthquake struck Japan, but this group helps to rebuild buildings and a sense of home for devastated victims. NBC Nightly
READ MOREHands off our bulbs: Feds’ foolish ban is also exporting American jobs
- Environmental Well-Being
- June 30, 2011
This op ed expresses the writer's outrage (and that of many Americans) at Congress's ban on incandescent light bulbs, the bulbs we have been using all of our lives. He points out that the light bulb ban, going into effect in January, will only lead to a reduction of America's overall energy use by 2
READ MOREAmerica’s Top State for Business — Virginia is Victorious — Again
- Financial & Workplace Well-Being
- June 30, 2011
If you’re hopes are set on becoming a business mogul, look towards Virginia. Because of its location, friendly business climate, and diverse economy, Virginia has been deemed the best state for business. This state has shared the top spot with Texas for the past two years, but in 2011, its all about “The Mother State.”
READ MOREBilly Ray Cyrus salutes soldiers with ‘American’ album
- Entertainment, Books & Humor
- June 30, 2011
Billy Ray Cyrus pays tribute to American soldiers with his new album, “I’m American,” hitting music racks today. Inspired by a USO visit to soldiers in Afghanistan, Cyrus’s new album features vocals from fellow country stars Jamey Johnson, Darryl Worley and Craig Morgan. "I was blown away and humbled by (the troops') professionalism and their courage and their dedication to
READ MOREOrganic Valley and National Cooperative Grocers Association Join Forces to Improve School Lunch
- Making a Positive Difference
- June 30, 2011
Organic Valley, the nation's oldest organic farmer-owned cooperative, and National Cooperative Grocers Association (NCGA), a business services cooperative serving consumer-owned food co-ops nationwide, today announced they are joining forces to improve school lunches (which, as we know, are in desperate need of improvement). Organic Valley and NCGA will launch a national promotion this fall to support
READ MOREAwareness: H.I.V. Campaign Finds 18,000 New Cases
- Health & Healing
- June 27, 2011
More than 18,000 adults were unaware they were infected with the H.I.V. virus, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported. A three-year old campaign developed to extend AIDs treatment found that more people living with the disease did not know it. The New York Times, 6/27/2011
READ MOREManager’s Job: What You Don’t Know
- Financial & Workplace Well-Being
- June 23, 2011
Think being the one in charge is all about delegating unwanted tasks and getting a cool office? Before yearning for a higher title, keep in mind these things that also go hand-in-hand with increased responsibilities. Career Builder on CNN.com, 6/22/2011
READ MOREStress in the City: Brain Activity and Biology Behind Mood Disorders of Urbanites
- Health & Healing
- June 23, 2011
A new study, with findings published in Nature, is the first to explain why, biologically, people who live in cities are at greater risk for developing anxiety, and how two different areas of the brain are affected. Now we don't suggest that everyone simply move away from the city because of these findings; that would be
READ MOREShould Prenatal Care Be Extended to Dads?
- Home & Family
- June 22, 2011
We all know that stress and anxiety in a pregnancy are bad for both mom and baby, sometimes putting infants at risk for early health problems. But researchers from the University of Missouri contend that inattentive fathers who fail to provide adequate support for expectant mothers may also contribute to these deficiencies. TIME, 6/21/2011
READ MORENew U.S. Cigarette Warnings Show and Tell the Deadly Truth About Smoking, Will Boost Efforts to Prevent Kids from Smoking, Encourage Smokers to Quit
- Health & Healing
- June 21, 2011
The Food and Drug Administration selected nine graphic photos displaying adverse health effects caused by smoking Tuesday as part of their new campaign to literally gross people out this dangerous habit. Effective Sep. 2012, these pictures will be plastered on the warning label of every pack of cigarettes, reminding about the risks of smoking. PR
READ MOREStradivarius Violin sold for Charity Relief in Japan
- Making a Positive Difference
- June 21, 2011
A rare violin is instrumental in raising funds for victims of the earthquake and tsunami that devastated Japan on March 11. The violin, one of only 600 instrument made by the legendary Antonio Stradivari that are known to exist, was auctioned off by The Nippon Music Foundation Monday for an all time high of nearly
READ MOREN.Y. Legislature Tightens Rules on Water Withdrawals
- Environmental Well-Being
- June 21, 2011
New York is taking legal action to protect its shores more strongly. Legislatures approved a bill Monday that will require agricultural and commercial users to apply for a permit for the first time if they wish to withdraw water. The tightened security will allow for better regulation and conservation of water, the state department of
READ MOREPortable pools pose drowning risks for tots
- Home & Family
- June 20, 2011
A new Pediatrics study quantified the dangers that portable pools present to small children. About two dozen children, almost all under the age of 5, drown in portable pools each year, it reported. With summer approaching and portable pools becoming a more financially friendly option, this study, analyzing a total of 209 pool-related deaths from
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