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Higher education can take people further than they ever expected. Sometimes that’s because the right support is there at the right moment, helping someone stay on track when finances are tight. Sometimes it’s because a door opens that they never expected to walk through, such as the chance to study abroad.For many students, the journey into higher education begins with questions about costs, support and settling in. Yet many are unaware of the range of opportunities and services available, from financial assistance and disability supports to international experiences through Erasmus+.Financial concerns are often the starting point. What financial supports are…

Welcome to the Good News Roundup for September 14, 2026 Population boost for the world’s only flightless parrot There’s some positive news out of New Zealand, where the critically endangered Kākāpō had a record-breaking breeding season. The unique bird – the world’s only flightless and nocturnal parrot – only breeds every two to four years, when native rimu trees produce large numbers of berries. Their population has been significantly impacted in the past by introduced predators. A recovery program was launched in 1995 with just over 50 birds – but this season another 90 chicks have been added to the…

McKENZIE, Tenn  — The Carroll County Health Council, in partnership with Bethel University, will host a Suicide Prevention Glow Walk on Tuesday, Sept. 22, at 7 p.m. to raise awareness and bring community members together in support of suicide prevention.The evening event will feature tabling resources provided by local organizations, free glow gear for participants, and refreshments available from Rolling Snow.Event DetailsDate: Sept. 22Time: 7:00 p.m.Location: Bethel University Vera Low Center  Parking Lot, 101 Wildcat Lane, McKenzieHighlights: Resource tables, free glow gear, and Rolling SnowMembers of the community, students, and local families are invited to attend to light up the…

ବଢ଼ୁଛି ଭୁଲା ରୋଗ | ପ୍ରତି ସେକେଣ୍ଡରେ ପଡ଼ୁଛି ଷ୍ଟ୍ରେସ୍ ପ୍ରଭାବ Chronic stress and memory loss are increasingly discussed in connection with long-term stress and brain health. Persistent stress can affect sleep, concentration, mood and the way the brain functions, while prolonged stress may also influence areas involved in learning and memory. In this special report, we explain how chronic stress, stress hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline, poor sleep and reduced focus can affect everyday mental performance. The report also looks at the role of the prefrontal cortex and hippocampus in decision-making, learning and memory, and why managing long-term stress is…

The third annual Be the One walk to spread awareness about veteran suicide deaths and share crisis help resources will return to DeKalb on Sept. 20, and the public is invited.The free event will feature speakers, vendors to share mental wellness and crisis care resources, and other activities before the walk. Participants can walk 2.2 miles, meant to bring light to the fact that 22 veterans or service members die by suicide daily, according to the American Legion.People can register in advance at runsignup.com or the day of.Registration opens at 9 a.m., and the event runs from 10 a.m. to…

In the Colombian department of La Guajira, at South America’s northernmost tip, Indigenous Wayuu fishers from the community of Punta Gallinas are working with marine biologists to conserve and document shark populations.Despite a 2021 law banning targeted shark and ray fishing in Colombia, the meat remains a vital protein source in one of the country’s most remote and food-insecure regions.Colombian shark conservation initiative Proyecto Puyuii is working with Wayuu fishers to record shark species in the understudied waters of La Guajira, implementing sustainability measures such as larger-mesh nets, safe release techniques, and avoiding longlines.With sustainable tourism touted as a potential…

Screenshot A woman in England had just “asked for a sign” when a kingfisher streaked in, and even landed on her hand—staying there for ten minutes. “I had just asked for a sign, then just moments later this happened,” Laura O’Brien told SWNS news. The 24-year-old says she was “amazed” because the Eurasian Kingfisher (also known as the common or river kingfisher) is normally shy and elusive. The park maintenance ranger was watering flowers in her job for the Frome Town Council in Somerset when the flash of blue whizzed right up to her. “It was such a magical moment…

Mental health must remain a priority as the Philippines faces a shortage of mental health professionals and seeks stronger support systems in schools and communities.

Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya says the Government has taken responsibility for building an inclusive education system that provides equal opportunities and dignity for students with disabilities. Speaking at an event recognising university students with disabilities at the Swami Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies of the Eastern University on September 12, the Prime Minister outlined several initiatives aimed at improving education and employment opportunities. She said the Government has launched a project to construct 55 university hostels that are expected to benefit around 16,000 students. The hostels are planned with special accessibility features for students with disabilities. A pilot project has…

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