Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK Jr.) reopened an age-old controversy by requesting legislation to prohibit using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to purchase soda. The strongly urged suggestion is to combat increasing obesity and diabetes rates among lower-income individuals and families by encouraging them to spend the […]
The township of Saddle Brook in New Jersey hosted an Out of the Darkness Walk at Saddle River County Park on Oct. 13. Thousands of people came together to raise awareness of suicide and celebrate the lives of those who lost their battle to it. The walk began at 10 […]
The Multicultural Center here at Ramapo College hosted a painting and empanadas event, “Carry your Culture,” on Sept. 19. The event offered a space for students to come together to meet each other, enjoy great empanadas and paint tote bags with flags, colors and designs representing their ethnicities. During the […]
With mental health being more prevalent and accepted in the contemporary world, you would think access to decent mental health providers would be readily available, but that’s not the case. Many people who are on Medicaid are typically underrepresented or a part of minority communities. Those who are insured by […]
The podcast, “The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos,” is one of the best informative mental health podcasts in the market. Santos brought on a special guest, Dr. Rangan Chatterjee, a brilliant author, professor, and host, among other titles, elaborates on some core ideas of his book, “Happy Mind, Happy […]
Nestled inconspicuously amidst the urban town of Ramsey, the 27-year-old and counting restaurant, Badlands Tacos, celebrates “Taco Tuesday” traditions every week. Every time I go the air is alive with the sizzle of grills and the aroma of spices. The quality of the ingredients is evident in every dish, and […]
For springtime scenery lovers, here’s the inside scoop on the best fields of flowers and photo ops around New Jersey. As winter’s icy grip melts away and makes way for spring, the Garden State is decorated with an array of colors and scents. One of the most stunning scenes is […]
If I say the word “coffee,’’ most of us would picture a cup of coffee, no? I’d agree with the “common” or “basic” picture of a simple dainty cup, full of hot, dark bean water. Now, close your eyes and reflect on how you feel when you smell freshly ground […]
