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Shopping Small: A Big Deal for Communities

December 1, 2024

Imagine walking through a mall on a Saturday morning, browsing through a kiosk filled with cute stuffed animals. That was what Aurora resident Michael Steinbarth was doing with his son. He had a clear view on why small businesses are so important. "They're like the backbone of our country, " he said

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Improving Mental Health Services: A Closer Look at China's Schizophrenia Patients

November 28, 2024

China's community mental health services, spearheaded by the Management and Treatment Services for Psychosis (MTSP), cater to over 4 million long-term schizophrenia patients. Despite the large number of people served, the day-to-day abilities and challenges faced by these patients are often overlook

crime

The Reappearance: A Man's Mysterious Return

November 27, 2024

Imagine losing someone you love for 25 years, thinking they'll never come back. That was the reality for a family in California. It all started with a newspaper article about unidentified patients in Los Angeles. A friend saw a familiar face and alerted the local sheriff's office. The man in questio

education

Honoring Native American Heritage in Coeur d'Alene

November 27, 2024

The Human Rights Education Institute (HREI) recently organized a vibrant community event to celebrate Native American Heritage Day. The celebration took place in Coeur d'Alene, a city rich in Native American history. The day was filled with activities like storytelling and beading, offering locals a

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Unraveling Complex Health Interventions: The FIND Way

November 26, 2024

Complex public health problems, like health disparities, need innovative solutions. This means bringing in different partners and communities to tackle issues from various angles. The trouble is, these complex interventions are flexible, making them tough to evaluate using fixed measures. To help pu

crime

Florida Woman Faces Long Jail Term for Neighbor's Death

November 25, 2024

A Florida woman is about to find out her punishment for a fatal shooting. The shooting happened during a heated argument with her neighbor. The woman, who's white, shot her neighbor, who was Black. This case has stirred up some strong feelings in the local community. The woman could spend up to 30 y

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Exploring Community Vibes: Germany vs. Turkey

November 25, 2024

Have you ever thought about how people feel connected to their community? Scientists recently checked this out by using a special scale called the Sense of Community Coherence Scale. They wanted to see if it could measure how understandable, manageable, and meaningful people find their community liv

crime

Tragedy in UAE: Jewish Leader's Murder Sparks International Outcry

November 25, 2024

The murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan in the United Arab Emirates has sparked global condemnation. The National Security Council (NSC) strongly denounced the crime, expressing solidarity with Rabbi Kogan's family, the Chabad-Lubavitch community, and all those impacted by the loss. This heinous act stands ag

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Chippewa Valley’s New Independent Hospital: What You Need to Know

November 25, 2024

In Wisconsin’s Chippewa Valley, the Health Cooperative is changing the game with its plans for a full-service, locally-governed hospital. They’ve just earned a big stamp of approval from the IRS, gaining a 501c3 designation. tomorrow, they’re inviting everyone to a meeting at the Heyde Center to spi

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Educators Gather to Tackle Early Childhood Challenges

November 24, 2024

In South Carolina, a group known as The Beloved Early Education and Care Collective, or The BEE, recently brought together early childhood educators to discuss the challenges they face. One of the main topics was the impact of pay, policies, and resources on behavioral issues in classrooms. Kiana St