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Today: July 15, 2025
Today: July 15, 2025
Sowjanya Pedada

Sowjanya Pedada

Staff Writer

Sowjanya is a passionate writer and an avid reader. She holds an MBA in Agribusiness Management and now works as a content writer with the LA Post. She loves to play with words and hopes to make a difference in the world through her narratives. Apart from writing, she is interested in reading fiction novels and doing craftwork.

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Health

What the 2024 word of the year says about mental health

In a year when “brain rot” became Oxford’s word of 2024, scientists have uncovered multiple ways people can protect and enhance their mental health, from the surprising benefits of handwriting to the unexpected impact of gut bacteria on emotional well-being. The findings, published across several major research institutions, challenge conventional wisdom about brain health and offer new paths for mental wellness. Recent research suggests that lifestyle modifications could potentially prevent or delay approximately 40% of dementia cases, according to a study cited by Dr. Kevin Sheth, director of Yale University’s Center for Brain and Mind Health. “What surprised us was

What the 2024 word of the year says about mental health
Health

That "Healthy" Glass of Wine? It Could Be Raising Your Cancer Risk

Any level of alcohol consumption raises cancer risk, with even moderate drinking linked to seven types of cancer, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy warned in a landmark health advisory that challenges long-held assumptions about safe drinking levels. The advisory reveals the connection between alcohol and cancer, showing that drinking causes 100,000 cancer cases and 20,000 cancer deaths annually in the United States, leading health officials to call for updated warning labels on alcohol products. Current drinking guidelines that recommend up to one drink daily for women and two for men need revision due to cancer risks within these limits,

That "Healthy" Glass of Wine? It Could Be Raising Your Cancer Risk
Health

Exploring sleep's role in alleviating traumatic memories

For millions who struggle with haunting memories, sleep may hold an unexpected key to healing. According to research published in PNAS, scientists have identified a technique that weakens traumatic memories by boosting positive ones during specific sleep phases. An international research team demonstrated that reactivating positive memories during specific sleep phases could help diminish negative memories, with potential implications for treating mental health conditions. “We found that this procedure weakened the recall of aversive memories and increased involuntary intrusions of positive memories,” the researchers wrote in their published paper. The study involved 37 participants trained to associate random words with

Exploring sleep's role in alleviating traumatic memories
Lifestyle

Research unveils hidden manipulation signs

Want to spot manipulation signs? Research suggests you might want to look at how someone stands. A study from McGill University reveals that consistently upright, expansive posture could be one of the hidden signals of a manipulative personality. The study, examining 608 young adults through five separate studies, revealed connections between sustained erect posture and personality characteristics linked to social dominance, according to a post in Psychology Today by Susan Krauss Whitbourne, professor emerita of psychological and brain sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. McGill researchers conducted four initial studies where participants provided photographs of themselves in natural poses

Research unveils hidden manipulation signs
Travel

Avoid these common mistakes as a first-time luxury air traveler

A travel expert shares etiquette guidance for first-time premium cabin passengers who access luxury air travel through credit card rewards and airline points programs. Gilbert Ott, who flies more than 200,000 miles annually, says understanding the distinct purposes of premium cabins helps passengers navigate the experience appropriately. “First class is about indulgence,” Ott says, while business class prioritizes efficiency for sleeping and working. First and business-class travelers receive welcome gifts, multicourse meals, and private seats for lounging. While tickets aren’t cheap, credit card and airline rewards programs have made these luxurious cabins accessible for people accumulating points and miles. Ott

Avoid these common mistakes as a first-time luxury air traveler
Health

New Study Reveals Concerning Link Between Plastics and Fertility

From the water we drink to the air we breathe, microscopic plastic particles have silently invaded our daily lives, and new research suggests their impact could be more serious than previously thought, according to a University of California San Francisco review published in Environmental Science & Technology. The UCSF researchers analyzed 31 studies from 2018 to 2024, examining potential risks to digestive, reproductive, and respiratory systems. The team rated evidence quality, finding the strongest links between microplastics and both sperm quality and gut immune response. “Given the ubiquity of microplastics and the consistent, growing recognition of their existence in the

New Study Reveals Concerning Link Between Plastics and Fertility
Business

Starting a Business With Empty Pockets? Experts Share Game-Changing Strategy

Small businesses continue to drive the U.S. economy in 2025, with more than 33 million small businesses now operating nationwide and accounting for more than 99% of all U.S. firms, according to recent federal data. Business experts say launching a company without capital remains possible through strategic planning and creativity, even amid current economic conditions. “While many find the process overwhelming, especially given today’s market challenges, starting a business requires mainly determination and the right approach,” says Dr. Maria Chen, small business analyst at the National Business Research Institute. The second step is to start with available resources. While business

Starting a Business With Empty Pockets? Experts Share Game-Changing Strategy
Lifestyle

'Terrifying Months Ahead': Psychic Who Called Trump's Victory Reveals What's Next

A London-based psychic who claims to have accurately predicted COVID-19 and other major world events has shared his predictions for the remainder of 2025, including warnings of global conflict and forecasts about U.S. politics. Thirty-eight-year-old Nicolas Aujula, a hypnotherapist and self-proclaimed psychic, shared his predictions with the Daily Mail, warning that 2025 will be “a year where there is a lack of compassion in the world.” “We will see horrific acts of human evil and violence towards each other in the name of religion and nationalism,” Aujula told the Daily Mail, suggesting the possibility of World War III by mid-2025.

'Terrifying Months Ahead': Psychic Who Called Trump's Victory Reveals What's Next
Local

Updated fire safety guidelines for safe home entry after evacuation

As devastating wildfires force tens of thousands of Los Angeles residents from their homes, many evacuees face a new challenge: safely returning once the immediate fire danger passes. While the instinct may be to rush back and begin cleanup, public health and fire officials warn that hidden hazards—from toxic debris to structural damage—require careful precautions. Public health and fire officials are urging residents returning home after wildfire evacuations to take fire safety precautions when re-entering and cleaning their properties. They cite risks from toxic debris and hidden fire hazards. L.A. County Public Works Director Mark Pestrella warned that debris left

Updated fire safety guidelines for safe home entry after evacuation
Lifestyle

How accurate are digital tipping systems at restaurants?

What if that 15% tip you left at your last restaurant visit was actually closer to 23%? A viral social media post reveals how digital payment systems might quietly inflate gratuity calculations. A simple tipping glitch at restaurants could cost customers more than they realize. Instagram user @big_beau7 documented what appeared to be inflated tip calculations on a $27 bill. According to the post, when selecting a 15% tip option, the system charged $6.22 instead of the mathematically expected $4.05. The payment interface displayed standard percentage options of 15, 18, 20, and 25%.  The 18% option generated a $7.47 tip

How accurate are digital tipping systems at restaurants?
Local

New laws strengthen civil rights, education in California

California lawmakers passed laws starting in 2025 to boost civil rights and education, Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office said, marking a new push for change. Newsom backed the reforms. “California’s new laws tackle today’s biggest emerging challenges head-on,” he said. “Through partnership with the Legislature, we’re strengthening public safety, building more housing, and providing more resources for our communities. These practical reforms protect what matters most while creating more opportunities for all Californians.” One key law helps Holocaust survivors get back stolen items. Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel, D-Encino, wrote AB2867. The law sets rules for finding and claiming art and property taken

New laws strengthen civil rights, education in California

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