Wendell Berry has written a ninth Port William novel, and it is unlike any other in the set.| Front Porch Republic
Yesterday, my 14-year-old son made his first quesadilla, starting with a homemade tortilla. A couple of weeks before that, his 12-year-old brother carefully piped frosting onto a giant layer cake bound for his grandfather’s 80th birthday. I texted my coworkers: It’s happening. My kids are becoming bakers. The post Our new kids’ cookbook has entered the chat : Presenting Sweet & Salty!, a book for young bakers appeared first on the King Arthur Blog.| The King Arthur Blog
When I was a young teenager, I loved building scale plastic models. My favorites were 1/35 scale figurines. I think that I have mentioned this to you all before. Lord only know where they are now. All those well-painted collections are off gone. Gone. Gone. But today, I want to talk about the joys that … Continue reading Don’t let stereotypes define who you are| Metallicman
We’re in the middle of a BIG development push – we’re making the Tin Can Knits App *WAY* better.| tin can knits
New Texas law targets abortion pill providers, Trump administration to re-evaluate abortion pill safety, and more news on U.S. reproductive rights. The post U.S. Repro Watch: Six Updates You Won’t Want to Miss, 10.2.25 appeared first on Center for Reproductive Rights.| Center for Reproductive Rights
September 28 is International Safe Abortion Day, a chance to shine a light on the crucial role that accessible, quality abortion care plays in global health. These five wins for abortion rights are proof that a better future is not only possible—it’s already in the making. The post Five Wins to Celebrate This International Safe Abortion Day appeared first on Center for Reproductive Rights.| Center for Reproductive Rights
In the Berlin-Brandenburg metropolitan region, climate adaptation is more than a policy goal; it is a necessity. We spoke with the leader of the Continental demo site, Nasrin Haacke, to ... Read more The post Strengthening Urban Water Resilience: Insights from the Continental Demo Site appeared first on Climate Impetus.| Climate Impetus
Climate IMPETUS joined the Land4Flood workshop to share solutions for flood risk management, nature-based measures, and climate resilience.| Climate Impetus
It is early June and I leave the aircon on high. I am driving two and a half hours from the airport to Monzón, the hometown of my wife María. My mother-in-law Pilar is to be buried this afternoon. I only brought an overnight bag with me and wore my suit on the early flight. María has been in Monzón since the previous month for the deathbed vigils. I am going for the night and flying home tomorrow at 12 noon. María and I had it planned for months, years even. Fionn, our son, is being look...| The Stinging Fly
“Who told you it’s empty? I saw light there last week,” chided little Mary. “Everyone knows that house has been vacant for years, Mary.” Joe couldn’t believe the stories his sister came up with these days. For a five-year-old, she was quite creative. “Stop lying, Mary,” scolded Joe. … More The Vacant House| Void Thoughts
See how Agentic AI cuts compliance rejections by up to 85% and lifts conversions 43% for banks — helping financial services launch faster, compliant campaigns.| Persado
This Diverticular Disease Awareness Week, Sue shares her experience with the condition. “The constant anxiety of not knowing when symptoms will flare up makes it an isolating illness. It affects every part of daily life from what I eat, where I go, and how I feel about myself.” The post NEW: Sue’s diverticular disease story appeared first on Guts UK.| Guts UK
Linda first experienced pain on the left-hand side of her tummy, along with increased urgency to go to the toilet. A colonoscopy found diverticula (small pouches in the bowel wall.) The post NEW: Linda’s diverticulitis story appeared first on Guts UK.| Guts UK
September is Achalasia Awareness Month. In January 2022, Rachael started to feel like food was stuck at the bottom of her oesophagus. The post NEW: Rachael’s achalasia story appeared first on Guts UK.| Guts UK
There is a story behind this painting (see below). I first did a painting of these two Vietnamese school girls walking after the rain, in June, 2020. That was done as a landscape using acrylics. On…| Eúnoia
Hollyland delivers dependable wireless communication and monitoring tools, ensuring the crew stayed in sync, even across rivers and glaciers. Meet Jaron Schneider Jaron Schneider is a director and award-winning commercial filmmaker, as well as the Editor in Chief of PetaPixel and host of the PetaPixel Podcast. His career spans commercial campaigns, documentaries, and branded films| Hollyland
Sailing along the Mekong, the story of King Anouvong and Laos heritage unfolds. Discover how history, culture, and heritage come alive aboard Heritage Line ‘Anouvong’.| Heritage Line
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] By Marika Lynch Reporters and editors know this instinctively: Words shape perceptions and drive action. That’s true in the newsroom, where word choice is the foundation of clear, contextual, and nuanced reporting. The same principle applies when news organizations make the case to their readers and supporters for subscriptions, memberships, or donations. The way you frame the message ... Read More| Press Forward
Wildseeds Fund works with NDN Collective to launch a Indigenous narrative change grant program.| Wildseeds Fund
I am still reflecting on the wonderful time I had in Zurich at the Tibet Film Festival, thanks to the Tibetan organizers who have nurtured this event since 2009. This was my first time attending, a…| lhakardiaries.com
This week’s writing prompt from Esther Chilton is Cards “Bye, love.” Mum called from the hallway. I called back from the kitchen, where I was loading the dishwasher. Tuesday dinner was a weekly ritual from the days when the kids were still young enough to need supervising after school. Today, Mum had dropped off her … Continue reading Tarot Trauma| Writing Wrinkles, and Random Ramblings
“Sometimes You instill a dream in me that seems far beyond my reach. I know that my own resources are inadequate for attaining such a goal. Thus begins my journey of profound dependence on You. It’s a faith-walk, taken one step at a time, leaning on You for strength and guidance.”– Jesus Listens, November 6th […]| Jesus Calling
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William O. Douglas, a U.S. Supreme Court Justice, recounts his childhood fear of water in "Deep Water." An incident at a YMCA pool intensified this fear, but through perseverance and swimming lessons, he ultimately overcame it, transforming his fear into confidence and resilience.| The Reading Palette
Wie kann Zusammenarbeit zwischen Mensch und KI gelingen? Der Fokusbereich FAITH der Universität Bielefeld erforscht das hybride Teamwork von morgen.| Aktuell Uni Bielefeld
George puffed on his pipe, the aroma of strong tobacco slowly filling the chilly morning air. It was the end of summer but the temperature had started to drop early this year. He sat on his porch watching the sky, as he always did. To anyone looking, the intensity of his gaze might give the impression that he was deeply yearning to be up there amongst the clouds. But of course, there was no one to notice. There had been no one for many years, ever since his wife Petunia passed.| meadow.cafe
Join the IMPETUS webinar on 10 Oct to explore Regional Innovation Packages for accelerating climate adaptation.| Climate Impetus
Center sues Trump administration over abortion pill records, court upholds Medicaid cuts to reproductive health clinics, and more news on U.S. reproductive rights. The post U.S. Repro Watch: Seven Updates You Won’t Want to Miss, 09.17.25 appeared first on Center for Reproductive Rights.| Center for Reproductive Rights
On the days when there is no Mother, Big Sister can go wherever she wants. Down lamplit streets and into shining playgrounds. She tries not to skip ahead; she feels a sticky-fingered guilt for missing anything. If Mother has been gone a very long time, Little Sister usually begs to come along. ˜ Today, Little … Continue reading "A Typical Barbie"| The Stinging Fly
Emotional connections are essential in every marketing strategy. And what better way to make a connection is through brand storytelling? But how?| Logomakerr.AI Blog | Logo, Branding, Business
Lisa shares her experiences with achalasia and Chronic Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction (CIPO). The post NEW: Lisa’s Achalasia and Chronic Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction (CIPO) story appeared first on Guts UK.| Guts UK
How can a newsroom best use $100,000? Three Press Forward grantees discussed their real-world cases of using grants for long-term good last week during LION’s annual Independent News Sustainability Summit in St. Louis. “A grant is a gift, but it’s also an opportunity,” Graham Ringo, Press Forward grantee engagement and support manager, said as she opened the panel. The three ... Read More The post Turning a grant into long-term success: Advice from three grantees appeared first on Pre...| Press Forward
Impact snapshot from a Press Forward grantee newsroom Who: Lisa Snowden, editor-in-chief and co-founder, Baltimore Beat Where: Baltimore, Md. What: Baltimore Beat was started in 2017 after the demise of Baltimore City Paper, a 40-year-old alt-weekly newspaper. It is a Black-led newspaper and online news outlet. The Beat became a nonprofit in 2019, and received a gift of $1 million ... Read More| Press Forward
Neue, strategische Forschungsnetzwerke der Universität tauschten sich auf der BI.research Conference 2025 aus.| Aktuell Uni Bielefeld
Let’s be honest — most of us don’t live in clear moral categories. We want to believe we do. We want our stories, our theology, our art to give us light and dark, good and evil, hero and villain. But real life doesn’t often play by those rules. It plays by murkier ones. The ones where we’re not sure if we’re doing the right thing — or just the best we can with what we’ve got.| Cinema Faith
IMPETUS helps Valle dei Laghi adapt historic buildings to climate change, preserving heritage while improving comfort and resilience.| Climate Impetus
“Sometimes I hear You whispering in my heart, ‘I take great delight in you.’ It’s hard for me to receive this blessing, but I know it’s based on the unconditional Love You have for all Your children. Please help me to relax in the Light of Your Presence— taking time to soak in Your luminous […]| Jesus Calling
The post How “Kherson Watermelons” is giving childhood back during wartime appeared first on www.caritas.eu.| www.caritas.eu
Story idea generators can be just what you need to feel inspired enough to complete your next piece or to begin that novel you have been dreaming about writing for years.| JournalBuddies.com
See this! Encourage your students to think about the role of stories in their own lives and the value of storytelling in our world with these journal prompts.| JournalBuddies.com
Nach vier Jahren intensiver Forschung zieht der Sonderforschungsbereich Transregio 318 „Constructing Explainability“ Bilanz. Im Interview teilen die beiden Sprecher*innen zentrale Erkenntnisse.| Aktuell Uni Bielefeld
"I went to the place where the larp would take place. And now I had a new story in my head, one that carried a lot of meaning. I had reconnected with my father. And on top of that, I had received a very valuable gift, one of those that cannot be bought."| Nordic Larp
OCI Global, a world-leading producer of nitrogen fertilizers, methanol, and hydrogen-based solutions, has entered a strategic partnership with Raiffeisen Waren-Zentrale Rhein-Main AG (RWZ) to supply its lower carbon fertilizers for RWZ and BASF’s innovative “KlimaPartner Landwirtschaft” carbon farming initiative. The collaboration will enable RWZ and its agricultural partners to reduce the carbon footprint of crop […]| OCI
This new sourdough starter container takes everything great about our standard-sized containers and shrinks it to a 1-quart capacity.| King Arthur Baking
And what that means for fundraisers. The post Why Gen Z trusts nonprofits more than Congress appeared first on the Giving Review.| the Giving Review
The Decades sweater is inspired by a sweater I loved to absolute bits when I was a kid (way back in the 1980’s). That sweater was the coolest – and when I wore it, I was the coolest too. The …| tin can knits
The gull lifted her wing and winced: the size of an eye, the wound was red and weeping. Inhaling deeply, she blinked and stretched out a leg. It was early morning, the town still and quiet. Across the rooftops the sun was rising, and the ferris wheel glistened in the yolk-orange light. This is happening, she told herself. Closing her eyes, she attempted to relieve the tightness in her chest, to bring lightness to her breathing, but then a mob of cawing crows swooped down beside her.| The Stinging Fly
Time to wind up the book. The last grouping begins with Ernest Bramah’s The Malignity of the Depraved Ming-Shu Rears its Offensive Head which is an extract from his book Kai Lung Unrolls His …| a hot cup of pleasure
Jelgava, Latvia has launched a new flood early warning app with EU support, helping citizens prepare for climate change impacts.| Climate Impetus
160.000 Besuche im ersten Jahr – viermal so viele wie erwartet. Die Universität Bielefeld ist einer der zentralen Partner der Wissenswerkstadt Bielefeld.| Aktuell Uni Bielefeld
The release of Commoner’s new white paper, “This is Local News Now,” couldn’t be better timed – or more hopeful. Press Forward commissioned this piece months before the federal government defunded public media. But the central thesis of the report gains even more relevance with the impending shutdown of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which is already prompting large-scale reimagining ... Read More The post New report rethinks who creates the news and information communit...| Press Forward
Two radio projects - at High Plains Public Radio and Rocky Mountain Community Radio - have the chance to rethink the way public media operates in rural areas.| Press Forward
Wildseeds Fund 2024 Impact ReportWe are excited to share our Wildseeds Fund 2024 Impact Report highlighting our ...| Wildseeds Fund
How one 42-year-old overcame fitness information overload and achieved his best transformation ever. Fitness Information Overload: The Hidden Problem Plaguing Smart, Motivated People Joshua thought he had everything he needed to get in shape. At 42, he’d researched countless fitness programs, bookmarked the best nutrition blogs, and downloaded every highly-rated workout app. His browser was […] The post Why Fitness Information Overload Is Sabotaging Your Results (Client Success Story) app...| Justin Thomas Miller
Kate tried everything for 30 years. Atkins. South Beach. Those weird Facebook diets your aunt shares. The whole low-carb thing. Keto. You name it, she probably Googled it at 2 AM while eating cereal. She even lost 50 pounds on Wegovy. But then? Dead stop. Plateau City. Population: Kate, feeling like crap. Here’s what changed […] The post This Is What Happens When You Stop Dieting and Start Living: Kate’s Story appeared first on Justin Thomas Miller.| Justin Thomas Miller
--- “You disclose Yourself to me in a variety of ways—words of Scripture just when I need them, helpful words spoken through other people, ‘coincidences’ orchestrated … The post 4 Ways Nature Can Help You Connect with God appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“Help me to stay mindful of You as I go step by step through this day. Your Presence with me is a precious promise— and a comforting protection.” – Jesus Listens, October 29th “Fear not, for I am with you.” —Isaiah 41:10 When my husband George felt a strong call to move our family to […]| Jesus Calling
Von schweren "Ziegelsteinen" zu digitaler Leichtigkeit. Bielefelder Online-Plattform macht Gesetzesrecherche effizient und einfach.| Aktuell Uni Bielefeld
Das neue Institute for Studies of Science (ISoS) hilft Forschenden, ihr wissenschaftliches Tun kritisch zu hinterfragen.| Aktuell Uni Bielefeld
Kann Künstliche Intelligenz mit Ärzt*innen auf Augenhöhe zusammenarbeiten und ihnen helfen, bessere Diagnosen zu stellen? Mit dieser Frage beschäftigt sich ein Forschungsteam der Universität Bielefeld.| Aktuell Uni Bielefeld
Studienvorbereitende Deutschkurse nach der Flucht: Zwei internationale Studierende erzählen von ihren Erfahrungen.| Aktuell Uni Bielefeld
Prof'in Dr. Christina Morina erforscht anhand von Tagebüchern Bystanding im Holocaust.| Aktuell Uni Bielefeld
The soccer field was a miracle, an oval of fenced-in grass behind a middle school, where she could train her new small dog, play with it until it trusted her, understood their togetherness. She hop…| Okay Donkey
Parallax media hosts this discussion between Dr. Iain McGilchrist and Dr. Marc Gafni, moderated by Zak Stein, on the Sacred Power of Story. Zak Stein moderates an intense and wide-ranging conversation between Dr. Iain McGilchrist. and Dr. Marc Gafni and the dialogue spans the sacred nature of story, the loss of value [...]| Center for World Philosophy & Religion
When Kimberly Spencer became director of the Colorado Media Project (CMP), home to Press Forward Colorado, she had one clear priority: listen first. Spencer, who stepped into the role in February 2025, spent her first two months meeting with newsrooms across the state to ask what roadblocks they’re facing. Some answers were expected — like revenue challenges and hiring concerns. ... Read More| Press Forward
For World Humanitarian Day, an MSI Lady in northern Nigeria speaks about her experience growing up and working amidst violent conflict.| MSI Reproductive Choices
When The Skinny Pancake first came on the scene in 2003 as a cart on The Church Street Marketplace, Nectar’s was already an institution—a towering presence in Burlington, the pillar of the music scene. Damon Brink and Chris Walsh had just bought the business from the original owner, Nectar Rorris. They had undertaken a massive […]| Skinny Pancake
Gregor Montgomery, she told me, was a man of such standing, of such unimpeachable gravitas, that no matter the location of a party, he was surely known by at least two attendees in any given room at any given time before his arrival, such had his legend spread. All who had heard of this icon, … Continue reading "The Gregor Montgomery"| The Stinging Fly
On to the last part of the book: the authors who saw both the nineteenth and the twentieth centuries. There are 39 authors in this section, so I have divided it into two parts. We begin with Ouida,…| a hot cup of pleasure
What does climate adaptation look like in mountainous regions facing both water shortages and natural disasters? In this interview, we speak with Valentina D’Alonzo, the leader of the Mountain demo ... Read more The post How Mountain Regions Are Adapting to Climate Change and Water Scarcity appeared first on Climate Impetus.| Climate Impetus
Our boreal demo site supports climate resilience in the Zemgale region of Latvia through local planning, awareness-raising, and nature-based solutions. The post Climate resilience in Latvia: Insights from the boreal demo site appeared first on Climate Impetus.| Climate Impetus
Our Atlantic demo site in the Zeeland region of the Netherlands tackles climate risks with heat maps, smart tools, and local-to-national collaboration. The post Heat stress and flood risk adaptation: How the Netherlands is planning ahead appeared first on Climate Impetus.| Climate Impetus
Our Coastal demo site in Catalonia, Spain is tackling climate adaptation through co-created solutions, stronger governance, and lessons learned. The post Bridging gaps, building resilience: Climate adaptation challenges and innovations in Catalonia appeared first on Climate Impetus.| Climate Impetus
Experts met in Riga to explore nature-based solutions for climate resilience at local and regional levels.| Climate Impetus
When disaster strikes, Jeff and Anastasia call in some professional help| Fortress of Doors
There’s an Iain Banks novel, I think possibly The Bridge, with a line that goes something like “Her breasts were a pair of ( )s.” It’s some tortured postmodern thing about d…| Death is a Whale
Nancy Flores relaunched an online magazine and reimagined it for a new generation of bi-cultural Austin residents.| Press Forward
A short story Beginning Again He is woken by pressure around him. He being pushed along some kind of tunnel. He remembers an explosion. The Presidential plane tipped, and staff rushed to his side. …| Writing Wrinkles, and Random Ramblings
“I realize that You guide each of Your children individually. That’s why listening to You— through Scripture and prayer— is essential for me to find the way forward. Please prepare me for the day that awaits me and point me in the right direction.” – Jesus Listens, October 22nd For the past twenty years, I’ve […]| Jesus Calling
When a border slices through Kurvaleti in Georgia, what vanishes is more than land: trust, kinship, and belonging unravel across a simple division.| Untold Mag
For many kids, starting their story can be the toughest part. So, we’ve put together some helpful tips to help kids write your own story.| JournalBuddies.com
Read abortion stories from MSI's community, helping to smash unnecessary stigma, shame and silence.| MSI Reproductive Choices
When a teenage girl wants to get an education and finish school, nothing should get in her way. For 19-year-old Adadechei, it wasn't that simple.| MSI Reproductive Choices
Last Year, I started this mammoth book and even posted about it. Everything was proceeding to plan when I ran across a novelette by Benjamin Disraeli. Seriously, what is a 70+ pages work doing in a…| a hot cup of pleasure
Learn about the history of Cambodia’s Royal Family and their roles and powers in Cambodia ancient Khmer Empire to the modern monarchy| Heritage Line
By Mark Glaser In 2019, when workers at sports site Deadspin were upset with its private equity owners and management control over its editorial direction, they quit and, in 2020, struck out to start Defector Media, a worker-owned cooperative. More recently, when public media station WAMU shut down DCist in 2024, a group of laid-off workers started The 51st, eventually ... Read More| Press Forward
I was prompted to post this by a recent post from Stevie Turner, Let’s go Astral Planing. Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Something dragged Mo out of darkness toward the striplights, away from…| Writing Wrinkles, and Random Ramblings
Journalists are in a difficult bind: As they come under increasing attack online and in person, they also have an ingrained culture of getting the work done and getting the story out without considering their own safety or mental health. “Journalists often internalize burnout as a rite of passage,” said Luisa Ortiz Pérez, executive director of Vita Activa. “Many reporters ... Read More The post Caring for journalists is at center of safety and mental health programs appeared first on P...| Press Forward
With the help of Press Forward funding, the outlet recently launched the L.A. TACO Media Lab, which brings together social media creators and student journalists to learn from one another and collaborate, in partnership with the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism| Press Forward
“When I’m feeling weighed down by things I regret, it’s as if I’m dragging my failures around like heavy chains clamped to my ankles. At such times, I find it beneficial to picture You coming to my rescue and cutting off those chains. You came to set Your followers free, and I want to walk […]| Jesus Calling
From left to right: Domino’s CEO Ritch Allison and La Junta Domino’s Franchisee Brian Bailey present a check donation for $18,000 to La Junta Associated Charities Board President MJ Romano and La Junta Associated Charities Office Administrator Janet Clark on July 15, 2021. To say Domino’s| media.dominos.com
"Why is my burger blue?" I asked, innocently. "Oh! We're making all of our food blue, all the best restaurants are doing it now." the waiter explained. But I didn't want my burger to be blue.| Luna's Blog
Lately, I've been feeling this quiet disappointment every time I open an OTT platform or see a movie trailer blow up on Instagram. Indian big-budget films...| inspired by rebels
There’s a place on the road to the west where there’s a car park for a lake. Traffic signs announce a viewpoint with little triangles that are supposed to show there’s something nice to look at. People stop in the car park and sit on the grass drinking tea from flasks. We used to go there, when my children were younger. | The Stinging Fly
Someone asked me this a while back and I’ve been chewing on a substantive answer, that clicked for me in conversation the other day. We could phrase it another way: ‘why is the Holy Spirit not a ‘s…| nuakh
By Taylor Mahoney, VP of Solutions Consulting Picture this. The Federal Reserve has just dropped interest rates. So, your marketing team has raced to prepare copy for a timely mortgage product campaign designed for likely first-time home buyers. The messaging is compelling and you’re excited to get it out the door. Fast. Your competitors are... The post Calculating What Your Bank Spends on Marketing Compliance Reviews appeared first on Persado.| Persado
Persado maximizes the performance of messages exposed through digital channels at each stage of the customer journey (from acquisition to customer retention, including onboarding). On one hand, by maximizing the performance of digital marketing campaigns for a given audience, resulting in a significant increase in leads, relationship initiations, cross-selling, or up-selling. On the other hand,... The post Hani Ramzi tells us more about Persado, the power of “Motivation AI” appeared first...| Persado
The adoption of generative AI (GenAI) is transforming industries, with financial services at the forefront of this evolution. However, as banks and other financial institutions embrace AI’s promise, they face a pivotal challenge: how to balance innovation with strategic risk management while maximizing ROI. In this blog, we explore key considerations for integrating AI effectively... The post Unlocking AI’s ROI Potential: A Strategic Guide for Financial Services appeared first on Persado.| Persado
It’s no secret that today’s consumers expect more than generic messaging from the brands they trust. And yet, new data suggests that banks are falling short on personalization, pushing many customers to consider other options. According to a study from Motivation AI company Persado, 45% of consumers would consider switching banks for one that prioritizes... The post Why Consumers Are Unimpressed By Financial Services Marketing—And What Banks Can Do About It appeared first on Persado.| Persado
Large Language Models (LLMs) have become a transformative force in the marketing industry. Their sophisticated algorithms and vast data processing capabilities can automate and optimize a wide array of marketing functions, including content creation and management, ad copywriting and customer interaction, personalization and SEO enhancement, and market insights and campaign optimization. Through these applications, LLMs... The post Crafting Words that Sell: How Persado Harnesses Specialized L...| Persado