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Is it time for a new approach to reducing domestic abuse?

Experts believe that the traditional strategies of mandatory arrests and reeducating men about women’s attitudes in domestic abuse cases are ineffective. Recent research advocates for more therapeutic, less punitive approaches, such as programs focusing on emotional management and psychological flexibility. Can a shift in strategy reduce intimate partner violence? https://knowablemagazine.org/content/article/the-mind/2025/new-strategies-to-reduce-intimate-partner-violence Related Reading

CULTURE & LIFESTYLE

We Need Solidarity. Now.

Our path is clear. A strong, unified movement built on intersectional solidarity is essential to effectively resist the rise of fascism and protect the rights of all individuals. Recognizing the interconnectedness of various social justice issues is key to building a more just and equitable society. We must unite. Now. Fighting Fascism Through Solidarity https://inthesetimes.com/article/solidarity-fascism-abortion-reproductive-rights-immigration-lgbtq-rights…

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From Blackouts to Freedom: How Solar Generators Are Becoming the New Normal

In the past, a power cut meant candles, cold food, and crossed fingers. Today, it can mean Netflix still running, laptops charging, and your fridge humming away, all without a single drop of petrol. That’s because a quiet revolution is happening in the way people think about backup and off-grid power. And it’s being led…

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Should We Pay People to Move?

At first glance, this may seem like a silly question, but economic redevelopment and safety from flooding are two good reasons to take the question seriously. The Case for Paying Americans to Move Out of Floodplains https://www.governing.com/resilience/the-case-for-paying-americans-to-move-out-of-floodplains The Economic Benefits of Paying Workers to Move https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-05-29/tulsa-remote-worker-program-reaps-more-benefits-than-costs-study-finds 28 Places That Pay You To Move: Remote Work…

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CULTURE & LIFESTYLE

Three Brothers, One Boat, One Mission

Three Scottish brothers are on a wild 9,000-mile ocean adventure, rowing unsupported across the Pacific to set a world record and raise £1 million for clean water projects in Madagascar. Three brothers, one boat, a potential world record and a 9,000-mile mission for clean water https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/three-brothers-one-boat-potential-090816177.html Related Reading

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Community-Driven Food Solutions Making an Impact in Mississippi

With creative ideas like partnering with local stores and offering mobile produce trucks, Marquitrice Mangham, founder of Farmacy Marketplace, shows that Black entrepreneurs are redefining food access and resilience, even as dollar stores close. Her story is a powerful reminder that community-driven solutions can make a real difference. Dollar Stores Force Local Grocery Stores to…

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Conservative Conservation Movement a Sign of Hope

Despite setbacks in federal climate policies, there’s a growing conservative movement that recognizes the importance of conservation, even as political divides deepen. Nature is Nonpartisan, aims to find common ground and push for practical solutions like funding for water cleanup and park maintenance. Can protecting nature be nonpartisan? https://grist.org/politics/nature-nonpartisan-conservation-make-america-beautifaul-again/ Related Reading

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Labor Unions Win Big in Vegas!

All major casinos on the Las Vegas Strip are now unionized, marking a huge win for workers and a historic milestone. This success is especially impressive given the nationwide decline in union membership, which is now around 10%. Despite facing some resistance and legal challenges, union members benefit from improved wages, health insurance, and job…

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