Education

Founder Of New Orleans Youth Coalition Determined To Create Refuge For Kids 

NEW ORLEANS — They say that big things come in small packages. That’s an accurate description of New Orleans Youth Coalition founder Brideisha Harness-Parker. Her small stature is matched with a big heart, determination and commitment […]

Health

Study: UK COVID Strain Is 45 Percent More Contagious

The British variant of COVID-19 is more contagious than the original virus, a recent study from Tel Aviv University shows. In fact, it’s 45 percent more contagious. Researchers analyzed data from some 300,000 PCR tests […]

Health

Playing Their Song: Music Helps Raise Successful Children

Seeking to support their children’s development, some parents encourage them to study music. “Children are generally interested in music and dance,” said Víctor Villegas Segovia, a private saxophone teacher in Veracruz. But it’s helpful to […]

Health

Health Alert: Sleep Is Not A Luxury, It’s A Necessity

Too many of us neglect sleep — with serious consequences. Some people, bearing big responsibilities, consider sleep a luxury. But subjecting the body to long hours without rest is detrimental to one’s health. Working at night […]