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In the wake of the Hamas massacres, many Israelis are turning to religion for comfort and strength. On October 7, thousands of Hamas terrorists entered Israel and carried out the worst massacre of Jews since the Holocaust. The incident had a profound impact on Israeli society, shaking public confidence in the government, the Israel Defense Forces and even the country’s economy. Many Israelis lost loved ones and were traumatized. Nine months on, both statistics and anecdotal evidence suggest that many Israelis are turning to faith, seeking spiritual solace to cope with the immense grief and anxiety following the attacks. I…
Share on PinterestAcupuncture may help improve sleep in people being treated for Parkinson’s disease. Image credit: tekinturkdogan/Getty Images.A new study looked at how acupuncture affects sleep in people with Parkinson’s disease.The researchers compared real acupuncture with “sham” acupuncture, in which needles were given without sharp tips or were not inserted completely into the skin. At the end of the study, the researchers found that a higher percentage of patients who received real acupuncture experienced improved sleep compared to those who received the placebo treatment.Patients who received real acupuncture also experienced improved quality of life due to improved sleep.Parkinson’s disease is…
Image source, Pete NortonImage caption, Men who come on Reset Day can try out an ice bath.Article informationauthor, Martin Heathrole, BBC News, Northamptonshire1 hour agoMen are being invited to “reset days” at the mansion to improve their mental health.Highlights of the event, which will be held at Delapre Abbey in Northampton, will include ice baths and breathing exercises sessions.Organisers hope that men will feel comfortable talking openly about their mental health in a supportive environment.Delapre board member Dr. David Smart said the July 6 event was aimed at “creating a safe space for men to support each other.”Data shows that…
Submitted photo. Midwestern country artist Zach Thomas grew up in Wendell, Minnesota (population 165), so he’s no stranger to country town life. KENMARE – Midwest country music artist and former American Idol contestant Zac Thomas will perform at Kenmare’s Pioneer Village on Sunday, July 14, during Kenmare’s Pioneer Day celebrations. The 30-year-old Thomas began playing guitar and writing songs while dealing with his mental health issues while attending North Dakota State University. He said he spent more time learning how to play guitar in his dorm room than in classes. “When I was attending NDSU, I…
Really supportIndependent journalismClick here for detailscloseOur mission is to provide unbiased, fact-based journalism that holds power accountable and exposes the truth.Every donation counts, whether it’s $5 or $50.Support us to deliver journalism without purpose.A man seeking eternal life claims he now ages slower and could celebrate his birthday every 19 months.Brian Johnson, 47, has been spending an estimated $2 million a year on this quest since selling his company, Braintree Venmo, to PayPal in 2013 for $800 million. Aware that the maximum human lifespan is approximately 120 years, he aims to eventually reverse his age and become 18 again. Johnson…
Really supportIndependent journalismClick here for detailscloseOur mission is to provide unbiased, fact-based journalism that holds power accountable and exposes the truth.Every donation counts, whether it’s $5 or $50.Support us to deliver journalism without purpose.debtGood food, and the enjoyment of it, is inextricably linked to Italian culture, and as a wine lover who’s never met a carb I didn’t like, visiting Italy was wonderful. But when I come home from my trip, I often feel lethargic from overeating, rather than the post-vacation glow I was hoping for.Located at the heel of Southern Italy’s rustic boot, Puglia is known for its expansive…
The Brexit referendum, the defining political event in the UK’s recent history, has created deep divisions and emotional hostility between those who support leaving the EU (Leavers) and those who support remaining in the EU (Remainers). In a polarized political world, people often find it difficult to engage with the “other side,” leading to stereotypes and sometimes outright hostility. But could something as simple as a simple meditation technique help bridge this gap? A recent study entitled “Bridging the (Brexit) Gap: The Effects of a Brief Friendship Meditation on Emotional Polarization” suggests that it might help. The study, conducted by…
Really supportIndependent journalismClick here for detailscloseOur mission is to provide unbiased, fact-based journalism that holds power accountable and exposes the truth.Every donation counts, whether it’s $5 or $50.Support us to deliver journalism without purpose.A man seeking eternal life claims he now ages slower and could celebrate his birthday every 19 months.Brian Johnson, 47, has been spending an estimated $2 million a year on this quest since selling his company, Braintree Venmo, to PayPal in 2013 for $800 million. Aware that the maximum human lifespan is approximately 120 years, he aims to eventually reverse his age and become 18 again. Johnson…
Pilates instructor Helen (@helenvphelan) recently recorded her emotional reaction to killing a wolf beetle. The TikTok video, which has received over 1,500 likes, has sparked a discussion about invasive species and the harms of eradicating them. @helenvphelan Now I’m gonna feel guilty all day #crimeofbeingsmall #tiktokpoetry #spottedlanternfly ♬ Original Sound – Helen • Intuitive Pilates In the video, Helen says, “I know I have to kill them when I see them because they harm crops and stuff, but TikTok has rotted my brain. I just killed one and all I can think about is the poem, ‘I hope no one…
TL Photo/JENNIFER COMPSTON-STROUGH Union Local Schools Superintendent Zach Schattler, left, and Wheeling mental wellness coach Joel Morey, right, celebrate receiving a grant that will allow Morey to provide services to school district employees next year. BELMONT — A $20,000 grant will allow Union Local School District teachers, staff and administrators to focus on managing their own wellness next school year and better support student development. The services are the result of a partnership with Wheeling-based mental wellness coach Joel Morey, who came up with the idea to apply for grants to help the school after meeting…