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419 years ago today, the church of San Agustin in Manila was completed. The seat of the archdiocese of the city, it is the oldest house of worship still standing in the country, and together with four others from the Spanish colonial period, has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage Site list. Surviving independence and WWII, San Agustin is patterned after some of the magnificent temples built by the Augustinians in Mexico. READ more about this famous house… (1607) Interior of the Church of San Agustin, Manila – CC 4.0. BY-SA Diego Delso San Agustin took 20 years to construct, after…

For a long time putting oneself first has been seen as selfish behaviour. People who prioritise their mental health, set emotional limits or walk away from unhealthy situations are often labelled as selfish. However what is commonly described as main character energy is not about being self centred. It is about recognising personal boundaries and choosing emotional well being over constant self sacrifice.This way of thinking reminds us that self care is not wrong. Looking after your own peace helps prevent emotional stress and burnout.When you value yourself your decisions become more thoughtful and emotionally balanced.What Main Character Energy Really…

Welcome to the Good News Roundup for January 19, 2026 New Barbie has been released recognising autism The maker behind Barbie has added another doll to its’ vast collection, with the latest Barbie reflecting how people with autism may experience the world. Mattel says the Barbie was developed over 18 months with the guidance of the Autistic Self Advocacy Network, with unique body and eye features, as well as accessories and sensory-sensitive fashion that people with autism may be able to relate to. Read the full media release here. Giant Panda moves off ‘endangered’ list In some good news for…

Everyday tasks able-bodied people take for granted can be a challenge for people with disabilities. A Saskatchewan man, Nicolas Vaagen, out of Warman living with a brain injury is creating tools to …

Two young men from Cwmbran are preparing to take on the gruelling Three Peaks Challenge this winter to raise funds and awareness for a suicide prevention charity, following the loss of a close friend.Fundraiser by Corie McDuff : Prevent young suicide and men’s mental healthCorie McDuff, 25, and Brandon Bailey, 26, will begin their challenge on 7 February, attempting to climb Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon. While the traditional challenge aims to complete all three within 24 hours, the pair say there is no pressure to meet that target as they are not professional climbers.The challenge will take place…

                                Glossary Check When it comes to workers’ compensation benefits, in tragic cases, it may be necessary to determine who a worker’s dependents are to determine distribution of benefits. As Simply Research subscribers know, Connecticut workers’ compensation law defines “dependent” as follows. Dependent “Dependent” means a member of the injured employee’s family or next of kin who was wholly or partly dependent upon the earnings of the employee at the time of the injury. Dependent in Fact “Dependent in fact” means a person determined to…

Self-care looks different from person to person. But for those who feel a deep connection to the Universe, energy, and all things spiritual, it might be beneficial to use the phases of the moon for guidance on how to take good care of yourself. Joanne Jones, psychic expert with over 35 years of experience and founder of Trusted Psychics, shared a new phenomenon called “Moon Phase Mindfulness,” in which people use the phases of the moon to practice self-care rituals. She noted that “tuning into these natural rhythms can offer gentle guidance, reflection, and a sense of calm in everyday life.”…

The Odisha government and the National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (NIEPID) have inked a pact to strengthen early identification, education, capacity building and community awareness for persons with intellectual disabilities across the state.The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed on Friday by the state’s Department of Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (SSEPD) for establishing a structured collaboration for implementing NIEPID-developed curriculum frameworks in state-run special schools.The partnership aims to enhance the quality of educational and developmental services for children with intellectual disabilities through expert support, training, and continuous monitoring, an official statement said.According…

Sorting this out before you file your tax return will save you a big headache.There’s been a lot of confusing information going around about Social Security benefit taxes over the last year. The White House claimed that President Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” eliminated it, fulfilling a key campaign promise to seniors. But diving deeper into the law reveals no major changes to benefit taxes. This doesn’t mean you’re guaranteed to owe them in 2026, but there’s certainly a possibility. Understanding how much you could owe and how to prepare for these taxes is key to avoiding surprises when you file…

Terry McCarty was just six years old when he suffered third-degree burns to 70% of his body in a childhood accident. After the accident, he was in a coma for two months, was hospitalized for a full year, and underwent 58 surgeries — along with endless bullying during his adolescence.“After the accident I lived in a constant state of fear and uncertainty. I struggled to find work as an adult as people always told me I was a liability, and I had started to believe it,” McCarty told the Daily Mail. “Becoming a fireman was a spur of the moment decision. I…