Alabama Economy: Big Family
The current financial crisis is fueling chronic stress and limiting some people’s ability to think clearly and control their emotions. But UAB psychologist Josh Klapow says the best way to cope is to take action by developing a family budget, taking a step back (Don’t watch the undulations of the stock market on an hourly basis), and staying connected to friends and family.
We’d like to add one more suggestion to that list: Laugh! Many studies document the healing power of laughter, but there’s a true living laboratory for it in Trussville, where Beverly and Sam Gardner are raising 16 children. They tell WBHM’s Tanya Ott that, especially during lean economic times, a little laughter goes a long way.
National Portrait Gallery removes impeachment references next to Trump photo
A new portrait of President Trump is on display at the National Portrait Gallery's "America's Presidents" exhibition. Text accompanying the portrait removes references to Trump's impeachments.
America’s top figure skaters dazzled St. Louis. I left with a new love for the sport.
The U.S. Figure Skating National Championships brought the who's who of the sport to St. Louis. St. Louis Public Radio Visuals Editor Brian Munoz left a new fan of the Olympic sport.
DHS restricts congressional visits to ICE facilities in Minneapolis with new policy
A memo from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, obtained by NPR, instructs her staff that visits should be requested at least seven days in advance.
Historic upset in English soccer’s FA Cup as Macclesfield beat holders Crystal Palace
The result marks the first time in 117 years that a side from outside the major national leagues has eliminated the reigning FA Cup holders.
Venezuela’s exiles in Chile caught between hope and uncertainty
Initial joy among Venezuela's diaspora in Chile has given way to caution, as questions grow over what Maduro's capture means for the country — and for those who fled it.
Inside a Gaza medical clinic at risk of shutting down after an Israeli ban
A recent Israeli decision to bar Doctors Without Borders and other aid groups means international staff and aid can no longer enter Gaza or the West Bank. Local staff must rely on dwindling supplies and no international expertise.
