A small yet remarkably diverse country nestled in the heart of Europe, Switzerland offers an abundance of reasons to be explored. Renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and world-class amenities, Switzerland provides an experience that caters to every type of traveler. Whether you’re seeking adventure in the Alps, relaxation by pristine lakes, or […]
Today is World Health Day, an annual event celebrated yearly on April 7 to highlight global health issues and promote well-being worldwide. Established in 1948, it marks the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO). The theme for World Health Day 2025 is “Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures,” focusing on improving maternal and newborn health. According to […]
International Day of Happiness is a day to celebrate and reflect on well-being. What makes you happy? Eating a treat, buying something, investing in a meaningful goal, taking a walk, or being in a close relationship? “More than simply a positive mood, happiness is a state of well-being that encompasses living a good life, one […]
Ever heard of Sarah Weddington? If you followed the news in the United States in 1973 or know a bit about the landmark legal case in the US that effectively legalized abortion nationwide, you might recognize her name. To appreciate Sarah Weddington’s important influence, it’s necessary to understand the era in which she first drew […]
Young people do many things to gain attention or to pursue their dreams, and Dr. James Barry was no different… or was he? James Miranda Barry, Irish doctor James Barry was born around 1789 in Cork, Ireland. After his father accrued debts and was sent to a debtors’ prison in Dublin, the precocious teenager reached […]
“The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do.”
Steve Jobs
This whiz kid is the talk of the town. When he was just 14 years old in 2023, Heman Bekele invented a cancer-fighting soap. It’s an affordable and accessible treatment option that could soon be a way to help treat skin cancers. His background Born in 2009 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Bekele moved to the […]
“Sometimes, the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step in your life.”
Heman Bekele
Positive news is good for your health. It’s undeniable: “Studies have linked the consumption of bad news to increased distress, anxiety and depression, even when the news in question is relatively mundane. According to Graham Davey, professor emeritus of psychology at the University of Sussex, exposure to bad news can make personal worries seem worse […]
This is a story about Life After Hate and people who help others stop hateful conduct. The non-profit organization rehabilitates violent right-wing extremists, providing support to individuals with very high-risk behaviors. Life After Hate’s founders overcame abuse, abandoned crime, survived incarceration, and stopped hating. Then they started helping others, becoming activists for peace and justice. […]
