It’s 2015. I’m working as an interfacility paramedic. Currently, I’m standing in a small rural clinic in a large conservative state. I’m receiving a report from an RN about a woman who we are preparing to transport to a Level 1 trauma center. When the EMT and I arrived earlier, the nurse had greeted us […]
Store displays are filled with backpacks, shiny sneakers and piles of brightly colored notebooks. The smells of crayon wax, pencil shavings and pink erasers are in the air. It’s time to start thinking about getting the kids ready to go back to school. You’re likely in the midst of all the shopping that the season […]
In a world full of uncertainty and challenges, it’s pretty common to experience anxiety. But while a little stress is normal, chronic anxiety can have a damaging effect on your overall well-being ― including your brain health. A new study led by researchers at the University of Newcastle in Australia and published in the Journal […]
Marriage is full of highs, lows and a whole bunch of ordinary moments in between. Somehow the married people on X, formerly known as Twitter, continue to find humor in the minutiae of wedded life. Every week, we round up the funniest marriage tweets on the platform. Read on for 20 relatable ones that will […]
Australian skateboarder Arisa Trew is already at the top of the world. The 14-year-old athlete captured gold in the women’s park skateboarding final at the Paris Olympics on Tuesday to become her country’s youngest medalist, the Australian Olympic Team noted. “She absolutely deserved it. She’s leading the way of what’s possible in skateboarding and in […]
1. I have been able to laugh and see the funny side of things. 2. I have looked forward with enjoyment to things. These are the statements I am supposed to mark with a number, from 0-3, to indicate their frequency. My eyes scan the list, and I click my pen anxiously as I decide […]
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (AP) — When a 911 call came in saying a woman in Nashville was experiencing sudden labor, emergency operator Kaitlyn Kramer says her training kicked in as she successfully coached the expectant mom and bystanders through delivering a healthy baby boy. Audio of the July 7 call reveals Kramer’s calm voice guiding the […]
After all the time and effort spent shopping for school supplies, every parent is secretly hoping to receive this message: Please accept this humble missive as a token of my gratitude for your truly superlative performance with this year’s back-to-school shopping list. All of the notebook paper you provided was college ruled, and your folders […]
The life expectancy of an iPhone charger rivals that of a housefly. Whether it gets broken, stolen, forgotten or chewed on, the more life happens, the fewer lightning cords you have to show for it. Because chargers are such a fleeting commodity, it’s not a bad idea to have some extra ones around at all […]
A day at the beach is meant to be relaxing and fun. Of course, when you’re lugging around giant buckets, worried about keeping your phone dry and eating a sand-covered sandwich, it’s easy to get a little worn out. From anti-sand feet brushes to collapsible buckets, these summer items will make your beach days a […]