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Summer is a popular time of year. Boasting balmy temperatures and a relaxed atmosphere, summer can seem like a months-long vacation, even for those who spend time at home lounging around the pool or soaking up some late-afternoon rays on the patio.

A perfect society would have no need for self-defense disciplines, but in an imperfect world, having some skills to protect oneself against various dangers is advantageous. Self-defense disciplines employ various techniques that enable people to defend their health and well-being.

I love cats. If we know each other, even superficially, this statement is not surprising. Why, as I am penning this little tale, there is a large house panther named Olive sitting in my lap, impeding my view of the computer screen. Her arch nemesis, a lovely calico named Polly, is encroaching. Polly never wants lap time, unless, of course, Olive is already there. Phoebe, the baby of the bunch who the vet insists on referring to as Fibi, is snuggled into the bar stool next to me. Hazel, the old grandma cat, is napping on my bed alongside the big poodles. She genuinely thinks she is a dog and has taken to limping on constantly alternating paws for treats. And, as if that isn’t enough chaos for us, my husband’s office is a refuge for houseless or home-challenged neighborhood feral kittens. Right now, her name is Gypsy.

Volunteers typically offer their time and services in an effort to help others, but researchers believe volunteering has a profound effect on individuals who lend a hand, particularly when those pi

Martin Luther King, Jr. was one of the most influential and inspirational figures of the twentieth century. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, on January 15, 1929, King’s life, tragically cut short when he was assassinated in Memphis on April 4, 1968, is now celebrated annually across the United States and beyond on the anniversary of his birth.

Chinese New Year is a cultural phenomenon in China. In fact, the National Museum of Asian Art indicates Chinese New Year is the most important holiday in China, where a 15-day celebration incorporates age-old traditions in commemoration of the nation’s culture and history. Chinese New Year also has a global footprint, and celebrations in various countries commemorate this unique event that heralds the arrival of spring and the beginning of a new year on the lunisolar calendar.

January 6, 2025

The month of January has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in January 1925.

Nutritious foods are a cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle. The World Health Organization says a healthy diet protects a person against many chronic noncommunicable diseases, such as heart disease, cancer and diabetes. Nutritious foods also help a person get to or maintain a healthy weight, promote stronger bones and teeth, and positively affect longterm mental health.

The World Cancer Research Fund International reports that breast cancer is the second most common cancer across the globe, and the number one cancer in women. Nearly three million new cases of breast cancer in women are diagnosed across the globe each year.

Routine exercise is one of the pillars of a healthy lifestyle. Daily physical activity can help fend off a host of issues that can adversely affect quality of life and longterm health. But exercise carries the possibility of injury, and avoiding injuries involves both recognition of that risk and knowledge of what can be done to avoid issues that can sideline individuals looking to physical activity as a means to staying healthy.

Football season is winding down to the biggest games of the year, and fans can’t wait to find out how their favorite teams will do in a playoff run.