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Spread a Smile. Image: Spread a Smile Bringing laughter to the hardest places, Spread a Smile supports seriously ill children in NHS hospitals and hospices through joyful, creative bedside experiences. Nominated by comedian SuziRuffell, the charity made a lasting impact on a close family friend’s daughter during long treatment at Great Ormond Street Hospital, showing how much their visits can lift children through fear and fatigue. Founded in 2013, Spread a Smile delivers in-person and virtual entertainment from magicians to musicians, artists and therapy dogs, alongside family events and hospital art projects. In 2024-25, they delivered 13,200 bedside visits across…

Beyond Blue has welcomed the Federal Government’s decision to extend funding for its NewAccess for Small Business Owners (NASBO) program for a further year, with support now confirmed through to 30 June 2027. Beyond Blue CEO Georgie Harman AO said the decision, announced by Small Business Minister Anne Aly last week, reflects recognition of the mental health pressures facing operators across the small business sector. “Small business owners often carry enormous responsibility, and the emotional and financial pressures can be relentless. This continued support shows the Government recognises those challenges and values the wellbeing of the people who keep our…

Distributed by EIN PresswireEven without a tax hike, retirees face higher taxes from forced withdrawals, Medicare penalties, and taxable Social Security. BENTONVILLE, AR, UNITED STATES, January 25, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — As retirees enter 2026, many are focused on market headlines—but a quieter issue is driving real financial damage: taxes tied to retirement income. According to retirement tax strategist Tony Hansmann, founder of Guardian Financial, the biggest surprise for many households isn’t their portfolio—it’s how quickly withdrawals can trigger higher lifetime taxes, Medicare surcharges, and more taxable Social Security. “Most people think taxes stop being a problem once they retire,” Hansmann…

                                Introduction  In workers’ compensation cases, the selection of a treating physician significantly impacts both the injured worker’s recovery and costs borne by employers and workers’ compensation payers. Some states allow employees to choose their own physicians, while others require them to seek treatment from employer-selected providers and/or panels.i In the United States, approximately half of the states allow injured workers to choose their treating physician after an industrial accident.ii The two main models are known colloquially as “panel” and “choice”.iii In this white paper, we survey the U.S. landscape and summarize the pros and…

Aura V and her father Fyutch winning 2026 Grammy for Best Children’s Music Album – Broadcast screenshot via Recording Academy / GRAMMYs / YouTube An 8-year-old Maryland girl and her dad have made history with an album that’s the musical equivalent of sunshine. Aura V. and her father, whose recording name is Fyütch, won a Grammy this month for Best Children’s Music Album for their LP Harmony. The triumph makes Aura the youngest Grammy winner in the organization’s history, eclipsing Blue Ivy, who won an award at 9. “It is an honor to be here today,” Aura said in her…

Distributed by EIN PresswireThe Award-Winning Author Explores Bipolar Disorder, Marriage, and the Far-Reaching Impact of Mental Illness in a Gripping Reflection on Love and Survival LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, award-winning author Amy Crider announces the upcoming release of her memoir, Catching an Orange, scheduled for publication in April 2026. The memoir offers a candid, deeply personal account of Crider’s life with Bipolar Disorder and her first marriage to a husband who lived for more than a decade with undiagnosed schizophrenia. To preorder copies of Catching an Orange,…

Many young men today quietly battle depression, loneliness, and a sense of confusion about who they’re meant to be. Some blame the lack of deep friendships or romantic relationships. Others feel lost in a digital world that often labels traditional masculinity as “toxic.” But the truth is this: becoming a man in the modern age takes more than just surviving. It takes resilience, direction, and a willingness to grow even when no one’s watching. Success doesn’t arrive by accident or luck. It’s built on discipline, sacrifice, and consistency. Here are 9 harsh truths every young man should know if he…

Difficult circumstances and limiting thoughts can pull us into darkness. In moments like these, it’s essential to stay anchored in trust through affirmations, reflection, or reading inspiring stories. Quiet miracles are unfolding every day, right around us. Even amid the chaos, people are helping others out of the kindness of their hearts. Invite the light in.“There are many wonderful things that will never be done if you don’t do them.” – Charles Gill Let the following uplifting stories rekindle a sense of hope in your heart. A woman finds support and a fresh start after the loss of her husband…

Key TakeawaysQuality sleep and daily physical activity form the foundation of your brain health.Trying new hobbies or even letting your mind wander helps your brain stay flexible and build stronger connections.Small daily habits, like staying social or listening to music, can sharpen your thinking.Becoming smarter isn’t always about acing trivia night or speaking more than one language—it’s about building the kind of brain health that helps you think faster, remember more, and solve problems with ease. Fortunately, the brain is equipped to adapt and grow stronger through lifelong learning and intentional routines.Small changes, like the ways you move, sleep, and…

There’s a phrase — typically attributed to Greek poet Dinos Christianopoulos — that many of us may be familiar with: “They tried to bury us. They didn’t know we were seeds.” It has taken root in a number of social justice movements and might be displayed on protest signs — but the cultural significance of seeds, agriculture, and land isn’t always taken so literally.No place is this truer than in Palestine.The Palestinian Heirloom Seed Library remains in Jerusalem, even though its founder now lives in the United States. Photo courtesy of Roots of Resistance/InstagramHome to deeply important crops like olive trees,…