Michigan State

Columbus, OH

Building positive connections with teachers and peers in the classroom can be critical to the mental health and academic success of children and adolescents. Yet a new national poll from The Kids Mental Health Foundation, conducted by Ipsos, finds half of parents believe that spending too much time on technology and social media keeps children from making meaningful connections as they head into the upcoming school year.

New poll finds 50% of parents believe too much time on technology keeps kids from forming connections in the classroom

The US Sun

A WOMAN has revealed how she went from living in a homeless shelter to having a successful business. Jess Normanton, now 29, found herself homeless at 16, with no money and no parents to support her. However, she turned her life around after she was fostered and decided to follow her dream of owning her […]

I cried myself to sleep every night when I lived in a homeless shelter at 16 – now I’m a successful business owner

Relationships are a two-way street in all aspects. While partners do cover for each other every now and then, there still needs to be a certain level of balance. Over the past few decades, the institution of marriage in the United States has seen a significant decline of about 60% since the 1970s, reports CNBC. While there are various factors contributing to this trend, content creator Katie Hanlon—who goes by @thekatiehanlon on TikTok—has mentioned some less-discussed yet crucial factors that can often lead to relationship breakdowns.

Woman explains how marriages are ending because of the inability of men to talk about emotions

Communication is the lifeblood of any relationship, especially between parents and adult children. Look for activities that allow you to connect personally and create lasting memories. Recognizing and respecting your adult child’s independence is crucial for a healthy relationship. Strengthening the bond with your adult child can be a...

3 Ways to Strengthen Your Connection With Your Adult Child

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Infidelity is a topic that has long fascinated and troubled many, often leaving a trail of broken hearts and shattered trust. Among the myriad scenarios of infidelity, one pattern stands out for its proximity and complexity: husbands having affairs with their neighbors. This situation is particularly distressing as it intertwines the lives of two families living close to each other, creating a web of secrecy and betrayal. But why do cheating husbands often have affairs with their neighbors? Understanding this phenomenon requires delving into the psychological, social, and situational factors contributing to such relationships.

Cheating husbands often have affairs with the neighbors

Colorado State

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David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Georgia State

Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

New research from the University of Oxford has revealed significant differences in how male and female wild lions experience changes in their social networks as they age, and these differences may have a profound impact on their survival. The study, published in the journal Current Biology, provides new insights into...

Male and female lions have different social strategies for survival

Douglas, GA

Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

Taking your romantic relationship to the next level — sharing a home — is a big deal in so many ways.

4 big questions couples who want to live together should ask each other, especially if they’re over 50

New Jersey State

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Los Angeles, CA

Herbie J Pilato

It's been 40 years since actor Jon-Erik Hexum died of an accidental self-inflicted gun shot on October 18, 1984 in Los Angeles. He was only 26 years old, and this is his story.

In Memory of Actor Jon-Erik Hexum:  40 Years After His Accidental, Self-Inflicted Tragic Death

Ohio State

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

SeniorMatch-Dating

As we age, the importance of enjoying life’s simple pleasures with a loved one only grows stronger. For senior couples, finding fun and engaging date ideas that suit their lifestyle can help keep the spark alive and create lasting memories. Whether you're newly dating or have been together for decades, exploring new activities together can add joy and excitement to your relationship. Here are ten fun date ideas tailored for senior couples that promise laughter, connection, and a lot of love.

Top 10 Fun Date Ideas for Senior Couples

It’s painfully true of far too many foster kids: They believe that everyone will disappear from their lives forever. Parents leave, caseworkers change, siblings are sent away and foster families are switched without warning. Instead of the continuity all children need to thrive, the best these kids can hope for is to survive.

How We Keep Failing Foster Kids

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Salem, OH

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Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her. Emma’s mom, Danielle Stanley, died of an overdose last year. She was 34, and had struggled with addiction since she was a teenager, […]

Hundreds of thousands of parents died from drugs. Their kids need more help, advocates say.

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Life doesn't end at 50, and we enjoy greater longevity than ever before. Those who find themselves alone will naturally seek companionship. However, a less committed type of relationship is growing in popularity.

Love Relationships After 50: Situationships on the Rise

Drug addiction is a serious issue affecting millions of people worldwide, and women are not immune to this epidemic. Despite the widespread recognition of the problem, many women go to great lengths to hide their addiction. The stigma surrounding female drug addiction — combined with societal pressures and personal responsibilities — often forces women to conceal their struggles. This article will explore various ways women attempt to hide their drug addiction, the reasons behind these efforts, and the potential consequences of such secrecy.

How women attempt to hide their drug addiction

Winder, GA

A 50-year-old former jailer has been charged by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) with cruelty to inmates and violation of oath of office. On Sunday, July 21, the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office requested the GBI to investigate an incident involving one of their jailers, Lolita Lightner of Winder, Georgia.

Former Jailer at Georgia County Jail Arrested

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

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The new Whaley Hope House to help support young ladies in ways big and small

Written by Tanya Terry, with photos courtesy of Whaley Children’s Center. Every year, 1,300 kids age out of foster care in Michigan alone. Jennifer Koester, director...

The new Whaley Hope House to help support young ladies in ways big and small

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