Grassroots groups driving women’s empowerment in Haiti are addressing the deep intersection of poverty and gender inequality in one of the most economically challenged countries in the Western Hemisphere. More than 60% of Haiti’s population lives below the poverty line, with more than 25% in extreme poverty. Despite these conditions, women remain active in the […] The post Grassroots Groups Driving Women’s Empowerment in Haiti appeared first on The Borgen Project.
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For decades, the research community thought that the small, olive-green songbirds found on two Japanese islands were identical. But a new study has revealed these birds are actually two distinct species, ones that have been evolutionarily isolated for millions of years and are now facing the risk of extinction. Researchers discovered a population of the […]
A herd of goats makes its way through a stubbly, dry grassland to a hilly grove. As they get closer, the air becomes noticeably cooler, the vegetation denser, the grass greener. A couple of buffalo wallow in a shallow pool of water, and beyond, a forest path leads to a... The post The Verdant Refuge of India’s Sacred Groves appeared first on Reasons to be Cheerful.
Scientists investigating the naturally occurring immunopeptide PEPITEM have shown reductions in arthritic joint swelling to a degree comparable to the current standard of care, and reduce the inflammatory changes that cause joint damage.
The law made insurance mandatory for most individuals, fined some employers who didn’t provide it and created subsidized health plans for low- to moderate-income residents.
Dear Abby advises a woman on how to handle a friend's husband's inappropriate behavior.
The 35-year-old Griner is from Houston and the Connecticut franchise is moving there in 2027. The 6-foot-9 forward won a WNBA title in 2014 with Phoenix and was the league's leading scorer in 2017 and 2019.
A unique blend of culture and competition came together on Sunday afternoon at the Gary Bynon Athletic Center in Clifton Park -- as the vintage market Second Sunday partnered with HalfCourt for more than just a basketball tournament.
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4 things to know about the weather: Getting hot this week Near record high temperatures Dry most days Shower chance Friday, storm chance Sunday After a few light showers, we are back to dry conditions that will continue for most of the week. Get ready for a taste of summer. Afternoon highs will be near 90 for the next few days, with the possibility of reaching or beating record highs. With mild mornings and hot afternoons, you will want to be smart about when you enjoy outdoor activities. Early in the morning or late in the evening will be best for strenuous activities. Practice heat safety and stay hydrated. If you are looking for rain, it will be hard to find this week. There is a chance for a shower or two Friday, and the next best chance for rain comes with a cold front Sunday. Showers and storms are likely Sunday. Stay with Storm Team4 for the latest. Download the NBC Washington app on iOS and Android to check the weather ra
Rory McIlroy goes back-to-back at the Masters to join Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods.
Sadie Robertson is opening up about a terrifying moment in which her baby daughter Kit choked and briefly stopped breathing.