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Healing After Harm: How New Therapy Helps Rape Survivors

July 18, 2025

In Norway, there's a big push to help people who've gone through something terrible: rape. Right after such a traumatic event, getting the right support can make a huge difference. That's where specialized centers come in. These places offer help, but how well they work isn't always clear. A recent

religion

Believing in a Moral God: How Faith Can Bridge Divides

July 17, 2025

People often think that believing in a moral God brings people of the same faith together. But does this belief also help people from different faiths work together? Recent studies show that when people think about God, they tend to trust and be trusted more, not just by their own religious group, b

politics

NYC Mayor Faces Another Legal Storm

July 17, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, a former high-ranking official in the New York Police Department has taken legal action against Mayor Eric Adams and other top NYPD officials. The lawsuit, filed by Thomas Donlon, who briefly served as the interim police commissioner, accuses Adams and his team of run

finance

Market Wobbles: Trump's Fed Chair Drama and Inflation Worries

July 17, 2025

July 16, 2025, saw some ups and downs in the stock market. The S&P 500 went up by 0. 32%, ending at 6, 263. 70. The Nasdaq Composite also had a good day, gaining 0. 26% and hitting a new high for the year at 20, 730. 49. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 231. 49 points, or 0. 53%, closing at 44

health

Race and Health: Why Some Groups Feel the Pain More

July 17, 2025

In the U. S. , certain groups feel the effects of peripheral neuropathy (PN) more than others. Non-Hispanic Black and Hispanic folks are more likely to deal with this painful nerve condition than non-Hispanic White people. But why? That's the big question. Researchers wanted to dig deeper. They loo

politics

Trump's Mixed Messages on Powell's Future

July 16, 2025

President Donald Trump has been sending mixed signals about Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's job security. After hinting at firing Powell during a meeting with Republican lawmakers, Trump later downplayed the possibility, calling it "highly unlikely. " This back-and-forth has left many wonderin

education

Fun Learning: How Games Can Teach Kids About Violence

July 16, 2025

Violence is a big problem for many kids. It can happen at school, at home, or online. Some people came up with a clever idea to help kids deal with this issue. They created a game to teach kids about violence and how to stay safe. The game was designed to be both fun and educational. It taught kids

technology

Unraveling the Prison Planet Theory: How Online Chats Shape Beliefs

July 16, 2025

People often share strange ideas online. One such idea is the Prison Planet theory. It suggests that Earth is a prison for humanity. This theory is not something that can be proven or disproven. It's a spiritual belief, not a scientific fact. A recent study looked at how this theory spreads on YouT

business

Fed Official Sees Strong Economy as a Buffer Against Tariff Effects

July 16, 2025

Susan Collins, who leads the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, thinks the economy is strong enough to handle tariffs without needing quick action from the Fed. She believes businesses and households are in good shape, which might help soften the blow of higher tariffs. This gives the Fed time to caref

education

Young Hero Fights Back Against Bullying with a Powerful Idea

July 16, 2025

Jacob Brody, an 11-year-old cancer survivor, has turned a painful experience into a powerful movement. After facing bullying at camp for his political beliefs, he created Kids4Tolerance. org. This platform connects kids with different views, promoting understanding and respect. At camp, Jacob was t