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Helping Friends During Layoffs | Psychology Today
The answer to the “What do you do?” question can paint a surprisingly detailed picture of someone. Our job title alone gives away a ballpark salary and how educated we probably are. The listener will also have a good guess about our ambitions, life goals, and what kind of parents, friends, and partners we may …
How China is helping to prop up the Russian economy through the war in Ukraine
Hong Kong CNN — In the year since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Moscow has been hit by unprecedented Western sanctions and shut out of much of the global economy. But China, which has declared “no limits” to its friendship with its northern neighbor, has thrown the Kremlin an economic lifeline, tempering the impact of …
UVA Health helping healthcare workers who experience workplace violence
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) – A new federal study says that healthcare workers are five times more likely to experience workplace violence than in any other industry, and that most instances go unreported. UVA Health is trying to make sure that its staff stays safe. “One thing that we’re trying to do as part of our …
Here’s the technology helping to spot illegal poaching off the coast of San Diego
The fight continues to stop illegal poaching in our oceans and now marine conservation teams are using advanced technology to keep poachers at bay. SAN DIEGO — In marine protected areas like the La Jolla Cove, poaching can be a problem. So, the folks at WILDCOAST and Marine Monitor utilize a radar system on the …
Officials push back on report US intel helping Ukraine target Russian generals
U.S. officials on Thursday pushed back on a New York Times report that said the U.S. provided Ukraine intelligence that helped it target and kill Russian generals and other senior officers. National Security Council spokesperson Adrienne Watson took exception to the story’s headline: “U.S. Intelligence Is Helping Ukraine Kill Russian Generals, Officials Say.” “The headline …
Discs vs. data: Are we helping the environment by streaming?
Earth Day was April 22, and its usual message—take care of our planet—has been given added urgency by the challenges highlighted in the latest IPCC report. This year, Ars is taking a look at the technologies we normally cover, from cars to chipmaking, and finding out how we can boost their sustainability and minimize their …
Non-profit helping seniors with technology
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit many of us were forced to communicate virtually with our loved ones, but that is not always easy for everyone, including seniors. SHAMOKIN, Pa. — Joan Tumolo of Shamokin has a smartphone and a tablet, but sometimes she is not sure how to use them. “Didn’t know what the symbols …
Helping Veterans dispel myths about VA health care: Part 1
When you talk to other Veterans, are you surprised to learn they don’t get their health care through VA? You may hear the same reasons again and again – they already have private health insurance, they didn’t experience combat, or they aren’t the type of Veteran VA usually treats. This two-part article helps you dispel …
How technology is helping shrink grocery bills by cutting food waste
Everything seems to be getting more expensive. Food, gas and housing prices are on the rise while paycheques are slow to keep pace. The CBC News series Priced Out explains why you’re paying more at the register and how Canadians are coping with the high cost of everything. The rising cost of food has compelled …
Health Matters: Helping Children with Chest Wall Malformation
It’s called congenital chest wall malformation—and doctors say it affects about one in 400 children. “The congenital chest wall malformation program is a program that allows us to bring expert care to children of Southwest Florida that have a variety of different anomalies that affect the chest,” said Dr. Andre Hebra, a pediatric surgeon on …
