Losing sentimental belongings can be traumatic for those who go through disasters that destroy homes. Losing sentimental belongings can be traumatic for those who go through disasters that destroy homes. Losing important sentimental belongings — those items that represented who you are — can be traumatic for those who go through disasters that destroy homes. Some tips on how to get through it, emotionally and practically: Soothe yourself, and be patient Grief can be hard on the body, says Mary-Frances O’Connor, a psychology professor at the University of Arizona and author of “The Grieving Body: How the Stress of Loss…
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Members of the Sackler family who own OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma, and the company itself, agreed to pay up to $7.4 billion to settle lawsuits over the toll of the powerful prescription painkiller. Members of the Sackler family who own OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma, and the company itself, agreed to pay up to $7.4 billion to settle lawsuits over the toll of the powerful prescription painkiller. Members of the family who own OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma, and the company itself, agreed to pay up to $7.4 billion in a new settlement to lawsuits over the toll of the powerful prescription…
Judge John Coughenour was blistering in his criticism of President Donald Trump’s order to end birthright citizenship, calling it “blatantly unconstitutional.” Judge John Coughenour was blistering in his criticism of President Donald Trump’s order to end birthright citizenship, calling it “blatantly unconstitutional.” A federal judge in Seattle blocked, temporarily, President Donald Trump’s attempt to rescind birthright citizenship — the idea spelled out in the Constitution that every person born in the United States is an American citizen. Senior U.S. District Judge John Coughenour on Thursday was blistering in his criticism of Trump’s action as he granted a temporary restraining order…
Heavy rain is expected to spread eastward on Thursday, followed by winds that forecasters believe could be dangerous and destructive. Heavy rain is expected to spread eastward on Thursday, followed by winds that forecasters believe could be dangerous and destructive. LONDON — A fierce storm headed to Britain this week will bring the potential for wind gusts of 100 mph to some places, one last punch from a weather pattern that has already delivered bitter cold and record-breaking snow to parts of the United States. Damaging gales from the storm, which is named Eowyn, are expected to hit on Friday,…
The prosecution of former Auburn police Officer Jeffrey Nelson took years and cost millions of dollars. A jury convicted him of killing 26-year-old Jesse Sarey. The prosecution of former Auburn police Officer Jeffrey Nelson took years and cost millions of dollars. A jury convicted him of killing 26-year-old Jesse Sarey. KENT — Former Auburn police Officer Jeffrey Nelson, the first cop in Washington to be convicted of murder for an on-duty killing during an arrest, was sentenced to 16 years and eight months in prison Thursday by a judge who concluded he was an “egotistical … dishonest” officer who “sought…
District Attorney Nathan Vasquez told reporters Wednesday that he would seek charges against demonstrators from “the left, right or center.” District Attorney Nathan Vasquez told reporters Wednesday that he would seek charges against demonstrators from “the left, right or center.” In a clear break from his predecessor, the district attorney of Multnomah County, Ore., promised this week that protesters arrested for breaking the law will be prosecuted — period. Just 4 ½ years ago Nathan Vasquez, who took office this month after ousting his boss, Mike Schmidt, appeared at an August 2020 news conference alongside Schmidt, who announced he would…
President Donald Trump is pardoning anti-abortion activists who were convicted in the October 2020 invasion and blockade of a Washington clinic. President Donald Trump is pardoning anti-abortion activists who were convicted in the October 2020 invasion and blockade of a Washington clinic. CHICAGO (AP) — President Donald Trump announced Thursday he would pardon anti-abortion activists convicted of blockading abortion clinic entrances. Trump called it “a great honor to sign this.” “They should not have been prosecuted,” he said as he signed pardons for “peaceful pro-life protesters.” The people pardoned were involved in the October 2020 invasion and blockade of a…
President Donald Trump has issued a flurry of executive orders — including one to change the official name of North America’s tallest mountain. President Donald Trump has issued a flurry of executive orders — including one to change the official name of North America’s tallest mountain. On his first day back in the White House, President Donald Trump issued a flurry of executive orders — including one to change the official name of North America’s tallest mountain from Denali to Mount McKinley. The order kicked off the latest chapter in a long struggle over what Alaska’s most prominent peak should…
Ginny Ruffner, the Georgia-born glass artist who found a second home and international renown in Seattle with her glass art, died Monday at 72 years old. Ginny Ruffner, the Georgia-born glass artist who found a second home and international renown in Seattle with her glass art, died Monday at 72 years old. Ginny Ruffner, the pioneering Seattle artist and innovator who helped put Seattle on the map as a national hub for glass art, died Monday in her Ballard home. She was 72. Ruffner’s death was confirmed Wednesdayby her gallerist, Sarah Traver, and close friend, Seattle artist and educator Marge…
A new study suggests that a pill used for emergency contraception could be repurposed at a higher dose as an abortion drug, providing a possible alternative to mifepristone, one of the two drugs used in the most common type of abortion in the United States. A new study suggests that a pill used for emergency contraception could be repurposed at a higher dose as an abortion drug, providing a possible alternative to mifepristone, one of the two drugs used in the most common type of abortion in the United States. A new study suggests that a pill used for emergency…
Some posts related to obtaining abortion pills were recently hidden on Instagram and Facebook and some accounts were suspended, before being later restored. Some posts related to obtaining abortion pills were recently hidden on Instagram and Facebook and some accounts were suspended, before being later restored. Instagram and Facebook have recently blurred, blocked or removed posts from two abortion pill providers. Instagram also suspended the accounts of several abortion pill providers and hid the providers from appearing in search and recommendations. The actions ramped up in the past two weeks, and were especially noticeable in the past two days, abortion…
Democrats in the Minnesota House who have boycotted daily sessions are using tactics that lawmakers elsewhere have tried dozens of times in seeking to thwart their opponents. Democrats in the Minnesota House who have boycotted daily sessions are using tactics that lawmakers elsewhere have tried dozens of times in seeking to thwart their opponents. ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Democrats in the Minnesota House who have boycotted daily sessions are using tactics that lawmakers around the country have tried at least two dozen times before to thwart their opponents. It’s not even a first for the state. Minnesota Democrats are…
While completing a blood draw for toxicology after being detained, Lowe allegedly told a detective “I killed my mother,” according to charging documents. While completing a blood draw for toxicology after being detained, Lowe allegedly told a detective “I killed my mother,” according to charging documents. A 34-year-old Renton man was charged with first-degree murder on Thursday for allegedly strangling his mother in her home. Leda Louise Files, 62, was found dead in her apartment on Tuesday. Her son Sean Preston Lowe reportedly called 911 shortly after 2 a.m. to report his mother’s death and before that had a called…
The former Fox News co-host attended his confirmation hearing to potentially become the next secretary of defense. Get the status on his nomination.The former Fox News co-host attended his confirmation hearing to potentially become the next secretary of defense. Get the status on his nomination. Image Credit: Getty Images Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump‘s secretary of defense nominee, attended his confirmation hearing in front of the Senate Armed Services Committee on January 14, 2025. Throughout the televised session, the former Fox & Friends weekend co-host was grilled on his past controversies, including sexual assault allegations, infidelity and more. So, the question…
Monica Barbaro is set to portray Joan Baez in ‘A Complete Unknown,’ starring alongside Timothée Chalamet. Learn more about the actress here.Monica Barbaro is set to portray Joan Baez in ‘A Complete Unknown,’ starring alongside Timothée Chalamet. Learn more about the actress here. View gallery Image Credit: Getty Images Monica Barbaro channels her inner Joan Baez in A Complete Unknown, a film based on the story of Bob Dylan, portrayed by Timothée Chalamet. The actress has appeared in several major films and is steadily rising in Hollywood with her versatile roles. Having come far in her career, she has reached a…
The Oscars are slated to take place in Los Angeles, but the city is reeling from the impact of ongoing wildfires. Find out if the big ceremony will go on despite the disaster. The Oscars are slated to take place in Los Angeles, but the city is reeling from the impact of ongoing wildfires. Find out if the big ceremony will go on despite the disaster. View gallery Image Credit: Variety via Getty Images Amid the devastating fires that continue to leave Los Angeles, California reeling, Hollywood’s awards season hangs in the balance. Many celebrities have lost their homes, as have…
The Oscar-nominated actress is one to watch this upcoming awards season. Find out all about the star!The Oscar-nominated actress is one to watch this upcoming awards season. Find out all about the star! Image Credit: Penske Media via Getty Images The Golden Globe and Critics’ Choice Awards nominee is adding a new nomination to her collection — an Oscar for Best Actress. Karla Sofia Gascon‘s nomination is a historical one, being that she is the first openly trans actress to be nominated. Find out more about the star below! ‘Emilia Perez’ Isn’t Karla Sofia Gascon’s First Acting Role Although Emilia Perez…
Interim boss Simon Easterby believes back-to-back champions Ireland are “up for the challenge” of chasing Six Nations history in the absence of Andy Farrell. Ireland are bidding to become the first country to claim three consecutive titles since the championship was expanded 25 years ago. While their 36-man squad retains a familiar feel, influential head coach Farrell has temporarily stepped aside as he prepares to lead the upcoming British and Irish Lions tour of Australia. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Irish Rugby (@irishrugby) Defence coach Easterby, who has been part of Ireland’s staff for more than…
Galway West TD, John Connolly said he was ‘concerned’ at suggestions the Road Safety Authority will close its Driving Test Centre in Westside – delivering a further blow to the local shopping centre. The Fianna Fáil Dáil Deputy said he was contacted by constituents fearful that the RSA was planning to shut its base at Westside Shopping Centre and move it to an alternative location. He submitted a Parliamentary Question to the Minister for Transport about the fears but has yet to get clarity. “To date I have received no response, and I have had a number of constituents express…
Corrib Beo is hosting a series of lunchtime talks in collaboration with Galway City Museum that will explore lesser-known aspects of Lough Corrib’s rich heritage. The initial series of eight talks, which begin next Wednesday, January 29, will explore the lake’s natural, cultural and built heritage. The talks are designed to create greater public awareness of these cultural gems in order to stimulate debate and inspire people to cherish and conserve them. The organisers in Corrib Beo also hope the eight-week series will also help identify potential challenges and opportunities that will help enhance the Corrib’s rich and diverse heritage.…