For nearly four decades, the U.S. Navy has relied on its two massive hospital ships, the USNS Comfort and the USNS Mercy, to provide medical services to the military and support disaster and humanitarian relief worldwide. Now, thanks to a $867 million contract, Alabama-based shipbuilder Austal USA is developing a brand-new, optimized fleet for the […]
A group of good Samaritans — some old friends, others new acquaintances — get together for breakfast every few months in the Boston area. At the end of each meal, they surprise their server with a generous tip, an amount reflected in their name: the Thousand Dollar Breakfast Club. Founded by attorney Richard Brooks with […]
“So little time, so much to do” is a phrase we’ve all likely said (or sung) about our lives. Although we can’t add extra hours to our days, we can use the time we do have more strategically. Time management techniques are intended to do just that, providing guides to help us approach our lives […]
With blizzard conditions hitting several states and snow turning national parks into winter wonderlands, the cold season is in full force. For many, that means staying indoors a lot more than usual — and that means making sure you have necessary reinforcements in the form of entertainment, self-care, snacks, and more.
There are few things you can do that can have as positive an impact on your physical and mental health as exercise. Physical movement comes with upsides like boosting brain function, lowering blood pressure, and reducing the risk of disease. Furthermore, there aren’t too many everyday activities — from walking to grocery shopping, climbing stairs, or […]
Science has long shown that play is beneficial to humans: In children, the behavior aids in emotional and cognitive development, and in adults, playfulness has been linked to an increased ability to cope with stress. Now, a recent study has added to that body of research by investigating which neural circuits are involved in play […]
What do you like to do in your free time? That simple question might be surprisingly difficult to answer. It makes sense: With responsibilities, to-dos, and major world events, the pursuits that bring us joy often get overlooked. However, having fun isn’t frivolous; it’s necessary. Research shows that when we’re doing uplifting activities, our bodies […]
Valentine’s Day is all about love, but it’s not just for lovers. Feb. 14 is an opportunity to celebrate the many special people in your life, from best friends to grandchildren — essentially, anyone and everyone you hold dear.
Thrifting is an increasingly popular way to shop (and a great way to spend an afternoon), but what if we told you it could be a full-time job? At least it is for Ambie Hay, who goes by “Palm Beach Thrifters” on social media. When she’s out and about in Palm Beach County, Florida, scouting […]
Ever wonder what it’s like to sleep under the waves or live like royalty in an Irish manor? How about vacationing in a room suspended on the side of a cliff? Thanks to hotels taking accommodations to new heights (literally), these kinds of epic adventures are enticing travelers from around the globe. Whether you’re a […]
In 1948, six years before the civil rights movement would officially begin, Gordon Parks became Life magazine’s first Black staff photographer. During his nearly three decades with the publication, he made an indelible impression not only on its glossy pages, but also on American society as a whole. Parks produced powerful photo essays that drew […]
Cancer affects millions of people every year — meaning many, if not most, of us have been personally impacted in some form by the disease. Initiatives like World Cancer Day, celebrated annually on Feb. 4, work to raise awareness, educate the public, and advocate for action in humanity’s collective fight against the illness. And though […]