Tag: Resilience
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Tragedy on the Uganda-Kenya Border: Landslides Leave Dozens Dead
Overview of the disaster Last week, heavy rains unleashed a series of landslides along Uganda and Kenya’s mountainous border region, tragically claiming the lives of more than 40 people. The calamity struck several communities perched along steep slopes, where homes and livelihoods have long depended on the unpredictable alpine terrain. Rescue crews, local leaders, and…
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Hurricane Melissa Leaves Jamaica Reeling: 28 Dead and Counting
Overview of the Tragedy Hurricane Melissa has devastated parts of Jamaica, leaving 28 people confirmed dead as officials assess the widespread damage across the island. The storm, which researchers say ranks among the Caribbean’s most powerful landfall events in recent history, struck with unprecedented intensity, bringing ferocious winds and torrential rainfall that toppled trees, flooded…
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Family Returns After Year Away to Fire-Destroyed Home
After a Year Away, The Sobering Return When Nathan Abbott and his family left their home more than a year ago, they planned a routine departure. A routine that suddenly became a test of resilience. They didn’t know that the next time they walked through their front door, it would reveal a scene no one…
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Family Returns to Destroyed Home After Fire: Sobering Loss
After a Year Away, a Home is Not the Same When Nathan Abbott and his family left their house more than a year ago, they hoped it would be a temporary upheaval. What they found upon returning was a stark and sobering sight: an empty shell where a home once stood, a place that now…
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Genetic Resilience to COPD: A Distinct Subtype in Smokers with High Genetic Risk
Understanding genetic resilience to COPD in smokers Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) remains a major health challenge, yet not all smokers with a high genetic risk develop the condition. Recent research introduces a new concept: genetic resilience to COPD. By examining individuals who smoke and carry a high polygenic risk score (PRS) for COPD but…
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Genetic Resilience to COPD: A Distinct Subtype in Smokers
Understanding genetic resilience in COPD Cigarette smoking remains the leading environmental driver of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), yet not all smokers develop the disease. Recent research introduces the concept of genetic resilience: individuals who carry a high genetic risk for COPD yet show no airflow obstruction. By studying this resilient group, scientists aim to…
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Abducted by Hamas, Noa never lost hope she would see her ‘soulmate’ again
Introduction: A tale of endurance and reunion On a day that began with music, laughter, and a sense of freedom, Noa Argamani and Avinatan Or found themselves thrust into a nightmare that would stretch over two years. Their story, born from the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack, is now also a testament to hope—the kind…
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Miss Grand Palestine: Yara Bishi’s Dove of Peace Costume at Miss Grand International 2025
Introduction: A Symbolic Entry for Palestine Miss Grand International 2025 features a poignant moment from Miss Grand Palestine, Yara Bishi, who chose a national costume that speaks as loudly as any speech. The ensemble, nicknamed the “Dove of Peace,” is a carefully crafted narrative in fabric, embroidery, and modern technology. Designed by Palestinian fashion talents…
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Helping Kids Thrive: Preparing for Music Exams and Managing Performance Anxiety
Why exams and competitions matter for young musicians If you have budding musicians in your life, you know that preparing for exams or competitions can be stressful for the whole family. Exams provide snapshots of how well a student copes under pressure, while also offering motivation, structure, and a clear goal to work toward. As…
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EcoStruxure IT: Resilient, Secure & Sustainable DCIM for Modern Hybrid IT
Building a More Resilient, Secure, and Sustainable Data Center As hybrid IT environments continue to evolve, Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure IT remains at the forefront of delivering resilient, secure, and sustainable data center infrastructure management (DCIM). The 2024 updates equip customers to navigate complexity with clearer alarms, smarter security, and automated sustainability reporting—empowering IT and facilities…