• Health

    NIH cuts department that campaigned to reduce baby sleep deaths : NPR

    The Safe to Sleep campaign has greatly reduced cases of sudden infant death syndrome and other sleep-related deaths. Daniela Jovanovska-Hristovska/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Daniela Jovanovska-Hristovska/Getty Images I still remember how, as a new parent, I would often tiptoe into my sleeping son’s room multiple times a day — and night — to make sure he was still breathing. Thanks to Safe to Sleep, a public awareness campaign launched three decades ago, I knew that sleep-related infant deaths were a leading cause of deaths for babies in the U.S. The federal government launched the campaign as ‘Back to Sleep’…

  • Business

    Taraji P. Henson Expands Mental Health Mission At Coppin State

    by Daniel Johnson May 4, 2025 Henson will launch the latest iteration of SheCare wellness pods at Baltimore HBCU Coppin State University. Actress Taraji P. Henson has been an advocate for Black mental health for the past several years, and on May 2, Henson and her best friend, Tracie Jade Jenkins announced their intention to launch the latest iteration of SheCare wellness pods later this semester in conjunction with a Baltimore HBCU, Coppin State University. According to The Baltimore Banner, Jenkins is the executive director of the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation, and the organization was founded by Henson in order…

  • Finance

    Types of Investments in India and How to Get Started

    With rising inflation and our ever-changing financial needs, saving money alone just doesn’t cut it. To realize our financial dreams and secure our future, we need to make our money work for us by investing it in suitable vehicles. But with so many options available, beginners can find it hard to figure out where to start. Worry not! Here we’ll break down some of the most common types of investments in India and how they work. List of Types of Investment Plans in India While there are many different types of investments in India which are available, we’ll take a…

  • Insurance

    Breaking Down the Risks and Opportunities

    This post is part of a series sponsored by IAT Insurance Group. In the latest episode of What’s Brewing, Chris Accetta and David Geller welcome David Seaton, VP of Predictive Analytics and Modeling at IAT Insurance, to demystify artificial intelligence (AI) and its growing role in the insurance industry. As AI technology rapidly evolves, the discussion explores its impact, risks, and best practices for ethical deployment. Tune into the episode here: Generative and Agentic AI in Insurance | What’s Brewing. Understanding AI in Insurance AI is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s here, and it’s reshaping industries, including insurance. The conversation…

  • Sports

    Indonesia growth slowed in Q1 2025

    Indonesia’s economic expansion slowed in the first quarter of the year.  JAKARTA, Indonesia – Indonesia’s economic growth slowed in the first quarter of 2025 as domestic consumption weakened, official data showed Monday. Southeast Asia’s largest economy expanded by 4.87 percent in the first three months of the year, Statistics Indonesia said, the slowest since the third quarter of 2021 and down from the 5.11 percent growth recorded in the same period last year. Article continues after this advertisement Quarter-on-quarter, gross domestic product fell 0.98 percent. READ: Indonesia’s economy tops forecast but worries remain The archipelago’s economic growth was largely supported…

  • Business

    Here’s What Every Entrepreneur Needs to Know About Pivoting

    Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Pivoting can be the difference between a business’s life and death. Those that didn’t make it have sad epitaphs: Kodak: “Clung to film after digital photos became king.” Blockbuster: “Ignored streaming while Netflix rewrote the script.” Nokia: “Connected people, but lost out on smartphones.” Changing course mid-journey can be painful, but as the above examples show, the alternative is worse. Think of a ship whose captain sees a major storm brewing on the horizon. Sure, the route has already been carefully plotted. But to continue on without accounting for new conditions would…

  • Finance

    Is Money Saving Plan Worth It? 10 Unvarnished Realities Nobody Mentions

    Image by Pawel Czerwinski Creating a money-saving plan sounds simple enough: spend less, save more, and eventually live comfortably. But as anyone who’s tried knows, the reality of sticking to a financial plan is much messier than the neat spreadsheets or inspirational TikToks make it seem. Behind the curated posts and budgeting apps is a truth rarely shared—saving money isn’t always easy, fast, or even immediately rewarding. Whether you’re just starting your savings journey or deep into cutting corners to build a safety net, you may find yourself asking, “Is this even worth it?” You’re not alone. Many people quietly…

  • Health

    Connecting the Past and Present — Can Ancient Wisdom Help You Reclaim Health?

    For most of history, humans lived in alignment with their biological design. They ate whole foods, moved naturally throughout the day and followed the rhythms of the sun. But today’s world is completely different. While technology has made life more convenient, it has also introduced new health problems that never existed on this scale. Diabetes, heart disease, obesity and autoimmune disorders have become so common that people now see them as unavoidable consequences of aging. Instead of questioning what changed, society has accepted disease as the norm, forgetting that these conditions were once rare. So what went wrong? The answer…

  • Fitness

    Best Protein Powder For Women Weight Loss: A Complete Guide

    Fitness conversations used to be heavily skewed toward men. But today, more women than ever are exploring strength training, mindful eating, and holistic health. In this journey, one nutritional support tool is steadily gaining prominence, and that is protein powder. Whether the goal is fat loss, better skin, increased energy, or a toned physique, the right protein intake plays a central role. The rise of protein powders tailored for women has also created a saturated and confusing marketplace. From collagen blends to vegan mixes to lean muscle-enhancing whey options, the choices are endless. While everyone talks about protein’s role in…

  • Sports

    F1 Miami Grand Prix: Red Bull’s protest against George Russell dismissed by officials

    MIAMI, Florida — Red Bull’s attempt to have Max Verstappen promoted to P3 at the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix, via a protest lodged against Mercedes driver George Russell, has been dismissed by race officials hours after the checkered flag. Red Bull lodged a protest against Russell, alleging that the Mercedes driver failed to slow down under a yellow flag during the Miami Grand Prix. Verstappen himself brought the issue to the attention of his team over the radio during the closing stages of the race, and Red Bull lodged the protest shortly after the race ended. Speaking with the…