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As we navigate into 2026, cannabis is no longer considered the rebellious plant of the counterculture or the recreational indulgence of weekend relaxation. It has boldly stepped into the mainstream wellness arena, reshaping how people approach health, self-care, and holistic living. This isn’t a subtle shift, it’s a full-blown wellness revolution powered by cannabis, and the momentum is electrifying. The narrative around cannabis has evolved drastically over the past decade. Today, it’s about unlocking potential beyond just getting high by harnessing its therapeutic properties to enhance physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. From innovative products to integrative wellness practices, cannabis is…

David GrittenandJon Donnison,JerusalemReutersPhase two of the peace plan should see reconstruction starting in Gaza after two years of warUS envoy Steve Witkoff has announced the start of phase two of President Donald Trump’s plan to end the war in Gaza, with a technocratic Palestinian government established in the territory.Under phase one, Hamas and Israel agreed a ceasefire in October, as well as a hostage-prisoner exchange, a partial Israeli withdrawal, and an aid surge.Witkoff said phase two would also see the reconstruction and full demilitarisation of Gaza, including the disarmament of Hamas and other Palestinian groups.”The US expects Hamas to comply…

CareSource, a non-profit, mission-driven managed care entity, brought together the University of Louisville and Indiana University men’s basketball teams for The CareSource Invitational – Indianapolis, Supporting Mental Health, a game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse dedicated to raising awareness for adolescent and young adult mental health. Focused on the messag, “It’s OK to not be OK,” the game aimed to normalize mental health conversations and help create safe, supportive environments where young people feel empowered to seek support and thrive. The CareSource Invitational series launched in 2023 with a goal to raise awareness and funds for adolescent and young adult mental health,…

Brothers in India recycled a million kg of trash in 14 cities – OneStepGreener’s YouTube channel Youth comes with gifts: one of them is the inability to recognize when you should be intimidated. When two teenagers in New Delhi wanted to do something to improve the city’s waste collection, age and experience would have told them that they were out of their minds. Yet just a few short years later and their nonprofit runs segregated waste collection in 14 Indian cities, and the teens picked up the International Children’s Peace Prize in honor of their work in public sanitation and…

Mohammad Aboubakr, Regional Vice President Middle East, Africa & Russia CIS at AbbVie, added: “Raising mental health standards is a shared responsibility that requires everyone’s cooperation. Our partnership with the Ministry of Health and Prevention and other stakeholders enables us to confront challenges, break stigma and reach those who need support most. Investing in mental health is, above all, an investment in people, and through our collaboration, we seek to achieve a comprehensive and sustainable transformation in the health and well-being of our communities.”

Dianetics Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health LOS ANGELES, Jan. 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Newly released national research shows mental health challenges rising across the United States. The findings are prompting renewed discussion not only about the scale of the mental health crisis, but also the approach to the issue in our country. A recent report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine found that mental and behavioral health disorders in the U.S. are increasing across age groups, despite funding and access to services at an all-time high. Adolescents have reported persistent feelings of sadness or…

“I’m pretty sure the sluts are gonna save us,” Instagram influencer Jess Olivia Fox said in a recent video.She is referring to the folks at Minneapolis sex shop Smitten Kitten, who have mobilized to support neighbors amid a violent and unrelenting crackdown by the Trump administration’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency.Over the last week, thousands of ICE agents have been deployed to Minnesota. In this time, a United States citizen was shot and killed by a federal agent, at least 2,400 people have been arrested by immigration officials, students have walked out of school in protest and in fear, and…

The 2026 work environment is more flexible, accommodating and skills-focused than ever before, creating many new opportunities for job seekers with disabilities.iStock.com/skynesher.As a new year begins and the workforce continues to evolve, individuals receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits face both opportunities and challenges. Advances in technology, shifting employer expectations and inclusivity are changing how people get hired, how they work and how their health needs are supported. If you’re considering a return to work, these changes can create valuable opportunities, especially when paired with the support of the Ticket to Work (TTW) Program. The Social Security Administration’s TTW…

The Vanch-Yakh Glacier in 1992 – credit CC 4.0. BY-SA Jaan Kunnap Over the decades, a glacier in Central Asia appears to have been growing when almost every other glacier on Earth has been shrinking. Now, a scientific expedition has recovered ice cores containing 30,000 years of frozen water in the hopes that somewhere inside lies some indication of how we can help these rivers of ice survive as the planet warms. Located in the Pamir Mountains, the Kon-Chukurbashi high-altitude ice cap in Tajikistan defies convention. While a substantial number of glaciers have completely disappeared, it has grown in size,…

Gen Z doesn’t just feel things; they talk about them out loud. Terms like red flag, green flag and beige flag aren’t just trending words anymore. They’re how young people understand relationships, friendships and even workplace vibes. What older generations often call ‘internet slang’ is actually Gen Z learning emotional awareness in real time.For Gen Z, naming behaviour brings clarity and control. It helps them set boundaries without guilt. More than trends, these words are tools for self-respect and better relationships. They make it easier to walk away from what feels wrong and stay where things feel balanced and respectful.Red…