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The Gauteng Legislature’s Multiparty Women Caucus (MPWC) visited the Ezibeleni School for Physically Disabled Children in Katlehong on January 24. The visit, led by the chairperson of the Gauteng Multiparty Women Caucus, Dr Nomathemba Mokgethi, formed part of the school oversight programme. The school was identified for its critical role in society, as it caters specifically for learners with physical disabilities. Despite being one of the oldest schools in the City of Ekurhuleni, having been built and officially unveiled in 1986 by the then Honourable Willem Adriaan Cruywagen, administrator of the Transvaal (TVL), the institution has faced numerous challenges. ALSO…

Writers with experience of homelessness share tales of overcoming adversity in a new book Writers with lived experience of hardship have united for a groundbreaking new anthology aiming to reshape perceptions of homelessness and poverty. More Than One Story, curated by the arts and social justice charity Cardboard Citizens, brings together 37 emerging and established writers to share rarely-heard tales from the front line of adversity. “When we asked for the voices of More Than One Story, we weren’t sure who would answer,” said Cardboard Citizens CEO Chris Sonnex. “What we received was a chorus – voices from every corner…

Initiatives and Programs – Advancing health equity by reducing healthcare disparities CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, January 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Institute of Medicine of Chicago (IOMC) is highly committed to advancing health equity by reducing healthcare disparities. The Institute’s 2026 programs and initiatives focus on maternal & child health, preventive health, social determinants of health, behavioral health, pathways to lead – elevated blood lead levels in children and communities. Learn more here> Since 1915, it has changed the landscape in healthcare and public health. See highlights and history here>. The Institute of Medicine of Chicago is a dynamic, forward-looking…

– credit Getty for Unsplash+ A pharmacy chain in Sweden has started running a trial across its locations with a simple aim: can a few minutes a day of free time help reduce loneliness? Sweden’s government recently commissioned a large social study about loneliness across its citizenry, and what it found made for heavy reading. 8% of adults don’t have a single close friend. The major Swedish pharmacy chain Apotek Hjärtat is allowing its workers to have 15 minutes per day, or 1 hour per month, to walk away from the register, the counter, or the shelves, and make a…

Churning miles on treadmills in crowded gyms, following diet plans to lose weight, and keeping up with wellness app alerts that remind you to drink more water and walk a little extra – this the daily fitness routine for many. Yet, beneath this visible pursuit of physical health, it is the emotional fatigue that often goes unacknowledged. As anxiety, chronic stress, and low moods quietly settle into daily routines, they are frequently dismissed as temporary phases rather than health concerns that demand attention.Mental health today is spoken more openly than ever before. Social media reels, motivational talks and public conversations…

Two young men having a conversation. – Dmytro Zinkevych // Shutterstock A June 2025 national survey from Beyond Finance sheds light on a growing issue: Financial distress is fueling a silent mental health crisis among men. Only 27% of men surveyed rated their mental health as “excellent,” and just 15% said the same about their financial health. More than half (57%) were in debt — most often from credit cards (62%), mortgages (34%), or auto loans (30%) — and the emotions tied to that debt included frustration (38%), anxiety (29%), and embarrassment (19%). “Men are suffering in silence when it…

Social Security checks rose by 2.8% in 2026 thanks to the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). But for a significant group of higher-income retirees, that increase may be quietly erased — or even reversed — by sharply higher Medicare premiums.The reason: the Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA), a surcharge added to Medicare Part B and Part D premiums based on income from two years earlier. In some cases, the added cost can exceed $400 per month, and the money is deducted directly from Social Security payments.Why this matters nowMore than 70 million Americans receive Social Security benefits. While most pay the…

Yolande KnellMiddle East correspondent, JerusalemEPA/ShutterstockForeign journalists have only been allowed to enter Gaza on restricted visits accompanied by Israeli forcesIsrael’s Supreme Court has been hearing a case brought by foreign journalists asking for the Israeli government to end its ban on independent media access to the Gaza Strip.Despite the ceasefire in Gaza which came into effect last October, the Israeli government has refused to change the policy it introduced two years ago at the start of the war, citing security concerns.The lawyer for the Foreign Press Association (FPA), Gilad Sher, told the court that the situation was “absurd”, undermining the…

In the fast-moving consumer goods industry, success isn’t just about having a great product. It’s about speed, efficiency and knowing when to focus your energy on what truly matters.  Every entrepreneur faces the same question: which processes should I handle in-house and which should I delegate to specialists? This decision becomes especially critical when it comes to packaging operations. While automation dominates industry conversations, the reality is that some of the most valuable packaging services still require the human touch. Understanding when to outsource these manual processes can be the difference between scaling smoothly and getting stuck in operational quicksand.…

A professional feeling stressed and undervalued at their desk, realizing that their seemingly healthy work habits are holding back their career growth.gettyAs we head into a new year, it’s natural to focus on building good career habits. You’ve been told to be a team player, to work hard, to be patient and to master your role. This is the classic advice for being a “good employee.” But sometimes, you can’t shake off the feeling that the advice is outdated.Today’s workplace moves faster than it did a decade ago. Your well-intentioned habits may backfire and hold you back from the growth…