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Ranking the 10 Most Popular Gaming Platforms for Youth: Assessing Risks and Parental Protection Strategies
By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit” Sharaf Maksumov / shutterstock.com This article analyzes ten popular gaming platforms among youth, ranked by potential danger, and provides actionable steps parents can take to protect their children. Introduction In today’s digital era, gaming platforms have become a central part of entertainment for children and teenagers. While these […]
Twitch: A Leading Hub for Gamers, but Exposing Children and Teens to Potential Risks
By Esther Claudette Gittens Twitch, a leading live-streaming platform, has become a central hub for gamers worldwide, attracting millions of viewers daily. While it offers entertainment and community engagement, the platform also exposes children and teenagers to potential risks, especially when engaging with certain popular games. Introduction Twitch, a leading live-streaming platform, has become a […]
Jamaican-American Alrene Richards Barr Honored with Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award
By Staff Writer, Jamaicans.com | Photo credit: Jamaicans.com Jamaican-American Alrene Richards Barr has been awarded the Joseph R. Biden Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing her lifelong commitment to service and global community empowerment. Reflecting on the honor Ms. Richards Barr told the Jamaicans.com team: “I am honored to receive the Joseph R. Biden Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, […]
Vitamin Deficiency May be Why You’re So Tired – a Nutritional Neuroscientist Explains how to Kickstart your Energy by Getting Essential Nutrients in a Well-rounded Diet, Along with More Sleep and Exercise
By Lina Begdache, THE CONVERSATION Feeling drained and lethargic is common: A 2022 national survey found that 13.5% of U.S. adults said they felt “very tired” or “exhausted” most days or every day over a three-month period. Women ages 18 to 44 had the highest rate of fatigue – just over 20%. Being tired is linked […]
Making Yourself a Priority in the New Year: Health & Fitness as a Goal
By Beauty, Health & Wellness Radio Show & Podcast The New Year brings a fresh opportunity to start anew, making it the perfect time to set health and fitness goals. Making yourself a priority is a powerful resolution that improves your physical well-being and boosts your mental and emotional health. Staying motivated on this journey […]
Your Favorite Drink Can Cause Breast Cancer – but Most Women in the US aren’t Aware of Alcohol’s Health Risks
By THE CONVERSATION Did you know that casual drinks with friends or having a “wine mom” moment to unwind could actually be nudging up your risk for breast cancer? It sounds like a buzzkill. But it’s a truth that many might not know: Alcohol actually causes breast cancer. The World Health Organization and the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse […]
Alcohol Consumption and Its Link to Increased Cancer Risk: A Public Health Concern
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Alcohol consumption has long been a topic of public health concern, with numerous studies establishing a correlation between alcohol intake and an increased risk of various cancers. Despite this, awareness among the general public remains limited, partly due to historical suppression of information by the alcohol industry. This article delves into […]
Profits Over Health: A Historical and Modern Analysis of Capitalism through the Opium Trade and Alcohol and Tobacco Industries
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The similarities between the 19th-century opium trade and today’s alcohol and tobacco industries illustrate capitalism’s tendency to prioritize profit over public health. These examples highlight the ethical dilemmas posed by unregulated markets and emphasize the necessity for enhanced accountability and stricter regulations. Introduction The pursuit of wealth and economic dominance has […]
The Holiday Cake that Brings the Caribbean Home
By: Melissa Rose Cooper|Documentedny.com How one woman turned a Caribbean holiday staple into a global sensation When it comes to holiday traditions, no dessert captures the season quite like black cake for the Caribbean community. Typically made with dried fruit soaked in rum and burnt sugar, it’s rich, moist and steeped in heritage. But black […]