Adamson rookie Shaina Nitura during a game against FEU in UAAP Season 87 women’s volleyball.–UAAP PHOTO MANILA, Philippines—Adamson star Shaina Nitura was obviously still processing what she had just accomplished after the Lady Falcons’ win over Far Eastern University in the UAAP Season 87 women’s volleyball tournament. The record-breaking rookie was at it again on Saturday, reaching another milestone by scoring the most points in a single season in a 14-25, 29-27, 25-22, 25-22 victory. “I want to thank the Lord because after all the patience that we gave in our past games, our hardships are now being repaid,” said…
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Mental health workers protest outside the Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center on a strip of Sunset Blvd. They are heading into their sixth month of striking over wages, benefits and time in between patients. Katia Riddle / NPR hide caption toggle caption Katia Riddle / NPR In many ways, it was the usual protest scene. Dozens of striking mental health care workers chanted and marched Tuesday outside a Kaiser Permanente medical center on a busy strip of Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles. Passing cars honked in support. People vigorously waved homemade signs. But a few of the striking workers…
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Key Takeaways Growing Demand: The senior population is rapidly increasing, creating substantial opportunities for businesses focused on providing essential services tailored to older adults. Diverse Service Options: Entrepreneurs can explore various service categories, including in-home care, transportation, and companionship, to meet the specific needs of seniors. Importance of Quality Care: Building a business based on compassionate, high-quality service not only ensures customer satisfaction but also positively impacts the lives of seniors. Navigating Regulations: Understanding and complying with the complex regulatory environment in the senior service industry is crucial for operational success and legal adherence. Staffing Challenges: Hiring and retaining skilled…
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Image by Alexandra Maria of Pexels The phrase “high maintenance” has become a casual insult, especially aimed at women who enjoy a certain lifestyle, appearance, or level of care. But beneath that label is often a deeper misunderstanding: it’s not that she’s asking for too much. It’s that you haven’t accounted for what she values and whether you can or want to afford it. When we call someone “high maintenance,” we usually mean they require more time, effort, or money than we think is reasonable. But whose standards are we measuring against? And more importantly, why is that always framed…
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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. As business owners and entrepreneurs, it’s important for us to understand the power of our values and how they guide our businesses every step of the way, from the initial idea for a company to how the business is run once it’s established. But our values don’t just guide the inner workings of our businesses. They also help determine how and where we invest our money, both personally and professionally. Consider the meaning behind the saying, “Put your money where your mouth is.” You can’t just talk about your values; you need…
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Heavy hitters line the top of the leaderboard after the second round of the Masters. Attempting to complete the career grand slam, Rory McIlroy is the current favorite to win the coveted green jack on the odds board. But a loaded leaderboard full of former major winners, including Bryson DeChambeau and Scottie Scheffler, also have their eyes on history. DeChambeau outlasted McIlroy to win last summer’s U.S. Open at Pinehurst in memorable fashion. Scheffler is trying to become the fastest to three Masters titles after winning last year and twice in the last three years. After 36 holes, here are…
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Antidepressants are touted as a solution to help improve people’s mental health and ease depression and anxiety. But these “convenient” little pills are more harmful than you think, as they alter your brain chemistry, making your condition worse than ever. Recent research sheds light on the dark side of these commonly prescribed medications, showing that individuals with dementia who took antidepressants had faster cognitive decline. The assumption has been that managing mood disorders in dementia patients would improve their overall condition. But instead of offering relief, it turns out that antidepressants accelerate the very decline they were meant to ease.…
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Rescue teams work to evacuate residents trapped under the rubble of the collapsed building ‘Sky Villa Condominium development’ in Mandalay on March 30, 2025. (Photo by Sai Aung MAIN / AFP) MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Social Welfare and Services (DSWD) is providing psychological first aid to the people of earthquake-hit Myanmar. DSWD Assistant Secretary and Spokesperson Irene Dumlao, in a statement on Saturday, said the department’s eight-member team has arrived on Friday in Yangon, the country’s largest city. Article continues after this advertisement READ: Scientists explain why Myanmar quake was so deadly The group includes seven social welfare…
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On Friday, April 11, 2025, Cathie Wood-led Ark Invest executed notable trades, shedding shares in UiPath Inc. PATH, Prime Medicine Inc. PRME, and Repare Therapeutics Inc. RPTX. The PATH Trade Ark Invest’s ARK Innovation ETF ARKK fund sold 4,256 shares of UiPath Inc. Based on the closing price of $10.87 on the day of the trade, the total value of the transaction amounts to approximately $46,280.32. UiPath’s stock saw a slight increase of 2.26% on the day. The PRME Trade Prime Medicine Inc. was another company that Ark Invest decided to reduce its stake in. The ARKK fund sold 83,510…