By NewsPress Now The Birth of Jesus Foretold Luke 1:26–38 In the sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. The angel went to her and
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – El nuevo año está cada vez más cerca. ¿Ya tienes definidos tus propósitos? Ocurre lo mismo todos los años, ¿no es cierto? Te propones grandes metas como levantarte una hora más temprano para hacer ejercicios, consumir alimentos más saludables, organizar tu vida, ahorrar, y cosas por el estilo. Sin embargo,
Continue ReadingBy Mo Burge MBurge@RN-T.com There’s something about sharing a meal that brings about a tendency to fellowship, connect and gain insight. That concept of community is the impetus for Feed My Sheep Ministry. Founded by local minister Beedie Haywood, the nonprofit grew out of concern for those who have strayed away from church. Haywood said
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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—Hay noticias para los padres de mascotas: según la veterinaria Dra. Babette Gladstein, “resulta alarmante que hasta el 85 % de los perros desarrollen algún tipo de enfermedad de las encías antes de los dos años. A pesar de ser la afección más diagnosticada en perros y gatos, a menudo no se
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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—Es posible que no lo sepas, pero es probable que tengas al menos un factor de riesgo que podría hacerte vulnerable a complicaciones graves que derivan de la gripe, el COVID-19 u otras enfermedades peligrosas. Condiciones como la diabetes, la hipertensión, las enfermedades del corazón y las enfermedades pulmonares como el asma
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – For those living with paralysis and their loved ones, receiving sufficient support, meaningful connection and useful information are all crucial elements in order to thrive. Thanks to the leadership and vision of Dana Reeve, the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation‘s National Paralysis Resource Center (NPRC) opened its doors in 2002,
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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—You may not know it, but chances are you have at least one risk factor that could make you vulnerable for serious complications from flu, COVID-19 and other dangerous diseases. Conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and lung diseases including asthma and COPD increase your risk. Other common factors including being
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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—Con la llegada de temporada de la gripe y resfriados, algo aparentemente simple puede ser señal de un problema más grave para algunas personas, pero también hay buenas noticias. El riesgo del VRS El virus respiratorio sincitial (VRS) es un virus común que imita los síntomas del resfriado.
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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—As cold and flu season sets in, a seemingly simple cold could signal a more serious concern for some people—but there’s good news, too. The Risk of RSV Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus that mimics cold-like symptoms. While many people recover quickly, RSV can cause
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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—Franck Mputu Beya recalls sunny days in the Democratic Republic of the Congo—cutting his siblings’ hair in the shade of the veranda. Happy family moments which ended when an escalation of violence in the Kasai region displaced 1.4 million people, including Beya’s family. “They were killing everybody, and I made
Continue ReadingBy David Marvin Just Say the Word bug copy.jpg How well do you measure up? Most people, who claim to be Christians, would say that there is some sort of scale and all of your works are placed on that scale. The scale might resemble one that a doctor or pharmacist would have used 70
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) The Ardennes Offensive, commonly known as the “Battle of the Bulge,” stands as the single bloodiest battle fought by the United States during World War II. Waged in the bitter cold of mid-December 1944, it took the Allies a month to secure victory. The cost was staggering: nearly 20,000 Americans
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By NewsPress Now The unexpected benefits of creativity (Family Features) Creative expression not only helps children convey their thoughts and feelings, but it also helps build the self-esteem and resilience needed to navigate life’s complexities. Creativity can even serve as a powerful catalyst for educational, emotional and cognitive growth. These findings are part of a
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, My best friend of 60 years lost her husband 13 years ago. She has one son, who is successful and busy with his young family. They try to include her in various family gatherings, but she always has an excuse as to why she can’t attend — she doesn’t drive
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – By Rob Williams, Managing Director, Financial Planning, Retirement Income and Wealth Management, Schwab Center for Financial Research There are a lot of cautionary tales in the news these days about how unprepared people are for retirement, painting a rather bleak picture of widespread financial insecurity. But the reality is quite
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By Troy Fitzgerald Why do we call celebrities “stars?” It’s an interesting idea. Stars are bright, distant, and almost magical — too far away to truly reach. Celebrities are often treated the same way: admired from a distance, unapproachable, and seemingly larger than life. Hollywood reinforces this idea with its Walk of Fame, placing celebrity
Continue ReadingBy Brandpoint (BPT) Sorry, but your browser does not support the video tag. (BPT) – Amazon employees in Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, and Singapore gave their children an exclusive peek into the magic that happens at Amazon fulfillment centers ahead of Christmas. See the children’s excitement and amazement during their visit to Amazon’s global sites
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – The kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s where you gather with loved ones for meals and conversations and make memories and traditions. To achieve these connections (while still making delicious meals), warmth and welcome are key. If you’re worried about being out of step with the modern and
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Finding the perfect gift for all your loved ones can be daunting. However, choosing a thoughtful present that matches each person’s hobbies and interests doesn’t have to be difficult. Check out this curated list of tech gifts that will make the movie lovers, jetsetters, holiday hosts, gamers and students in
Continue ReadingBy Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – The new year is dawning. Are your resolutions in line? It’s the same every year, right? You set lofty goals — get up an hour earlier to exercise, eat healthier, organize your life, save money, whatever it may be. And by the end of January, those high-minded goals have slipped
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – While this may be the most wonderful time of the year in many ways, it’s not ideal for your skin. Between frigid temps, brisk wind outside and ultra-dry, overheated air inside — not to mention holiday busyness and stress — your face may not be glowing along with the season.
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – The “silver tsunami” of people 65 and older combined with the uptick in surgeries during the winter months is creating the perfect storm for a sometimes-overlooked issue — postoperative delirium. More common in older people, postoperative delirium can cause symptoms such as confusion, memory problems or agitation that are usually
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Patrocinado por GSK. Cuando Tracy, una defensora del paciente de GSK jubilada de 66 años, comenzó a toser, supuso que solo era su enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica (EPOC) manifestándose nuevamente. Poco sabía ella que este era el comienzo de una infección por el virus respiratorio sincicial (VRS). Para la mayoría
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Nadie quiere sentirse enfermo durante la temporada de fiestas. Desde el bullicio de las fiestas de oficina, los programas escolares, los conciertos navideños, los desfiles y las reuniones con nuestros seres queridos, las festividades son infinitas. Pero justo cuando se copan nuestras agendas, llega la temporada de gripe y resfriados,
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Winter is in full swing. It’s a beautiful season, but as the temperature drops and the snow, ice and cold approach, there’s always the possibility of a power outage. When it’s cold outside and your home is plunged into darkness, it can be more than just an inconvenience. It can
Continue ReadingBy Brandpoint (BPT) Sorry, but your browser does not support the video tag. (BPT) – A recent survey by Atomik Research reveals that 54% of Americans own a cherished family heirloom, yet half of those owners either don’t know where their heirlooms are or have lost them entirely. Jewelry remains the most common heirloom, with
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – If you’re just starting out and don’t have much credit history, the holiday season maxed out your current credit card, or unforeseen circumstances lowered your credit score, this is the perfect time to make New Year’s resolutions to improve your credit rating. Learning how to obtain and use credit cards
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) There are over 1.3 million Asian American women-owned businesses today, generating $265.2 billion in revenue and employing 1.4 million people. That’s according to the 2024 Wells Fargo Impact of Women-Owned Businesses report, which finds that despite this robust growth and the important contributions these entrepreneurs make to the U.S. economy, systemic
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By NewsPress Now Smart devices for your home, office and while on the go (Family Features) Technology is constantly evolving, so it’s not always easy to keep up with the latest gadgets and gizmos. From PCs and smart wearables to earbuds, smartphones, mixed reality devices and beyond, updated devices provide solutions for practical purposes and
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By NewsPress Now Meet Lady Whiskerwhirl! Lady Whiskerwhirl is as elegant as her name. This beautiful gray-and-white cat has large hazel eyes and a high, happy tail. She meets new people with friendly curiosity. You can find Lady Whiskerwhirl at Petco, where this lively 2-year-old is available any time the store is open. Meet Lorie!
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