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Chicago Tribune
10-07-2025
- General
- Chicago Tribune
Daily Horoscope for July 10, 2025
General Daily Insight for July 10, 2025 We're surveying whatever we've begun building. The Moon struggles to work with Mercury, heightening nervousness and stifling self-expression. Fortunately, we're given more support as the Moon trines honest Mars, shining a cosmic light on the truth at hand. Finally, the Full Moon in Capricorn at 4:37 pm EDT awakens us to the areas of life where the structures in place are working or not. It will clarify our next steps by either highlighting cracks in the system or celebrating consistency. Take a good look! Aries March 21 – April 19 Your ambitions may look more complicated than they used to. You might realize that the career you thought was the one that you wanted no longer suits you. Perhaps the way that you're approaching your professional situation or reputation is not the way that you want to approach it. It's possible that all that needs to shift is your mindset, and everything else will start falling into place. Gratitude can show you what you want more of, rather than what you want less of. Taurus April 20 – May 20 Look into the places you haven't been yet. There might have been bucket list items that you've been putting off for a while — check in on them! Make sure that your window of opportunity to check off one of those items isn't in danger of closing. Not every opening will be there forever, and you may find that you have to seize this day to take action. If missing out really will leave you with regret, give the idea the dedication that it deserves. Gemini May 21 – June 20 It's time to see how your efforts have paid off. A return on your investments could be right around the corner, whether you were putting in time, money, or energy. That said, maybe you're hoping to receive something great, but haven't put in the consistency to receive it — that's a quick path to disappointment. This is a time for reaping what has already been sown, and what you receive (or don't receive) should give you a clue into what needs restructuring or continued effort. Cancer June 21 – July 22 Your relationships might require a closer look. You may find that you're not receiving the same energy from someone in your life that you used to. If you address the issue, you could find that they're feeling let down in some way. Alternatively, if you find that your connection with someone appears better than ever as your bond deepens, then you can ponder how your consistency has paid off within your connection. Hear out your friends and make an effort to understand them. Leo July 23 – August 22 Good habits come from consistent effort. Perhaps you've been striving to implement better habits recently. Depending on how dedicated you've been to this routine, you might soon realize the impact that it has had on your life. You may want to stop and pay attention to what your body is telling you, because otherwise, you risk being so distracted by the hustle and bustle of everyday life that you don't even notice the positive impacts. Listen to what your body has to say. Virgo August 23 – September 22 How you put your emotions out there may need revamping. You have potentially been hiding your true feelings as a way of protecting your soul's core, keeping everything inside so that no one can criticize how you're feeling. Be careful! This can lead you to bottle everything up until it explodes, because those passionate emotions have to go somewhere in the end. Make sure that you're not choking back your true feelings to give someone else power over your words. Speak your truth. Libra September 23 – October 22 You're learning to prioritize comfort for yourself. You may find that you are very talented at making others feel comfortable, even at the expense of your own well-being. Feeling relaxed can be difficult when you're kept busy managing everyone else's emotions, so listen to yourself as soon as you begin feeling overwhelmed. The people who genuinely care about you should want you to be secure as well. Accordingly, those who don't respect you don't deserve your effort! Be discerning with your energy. Scorpio October 23 – November 21 Friendships require honesty to keep going. There might be something that you have left unsaid because you're afraid of hurting your connection with someone else, but they could be sensing that the energy between you is tense regardless. Keeping it all inside may end up hurting more than helping, so it's imperative to approach your friendships in the way that you would like to be approached. If you want them to be honest with you, don't be cruel — just be clear. Sagittarius November 22 – December 21 Your lifestyle may need to be more grounded. You might be living beyond your means at this moment, and that'll probably catch up with you sooner than you'd think. Whether this means that you're spending more than your budget can handle or over-committing your energy and driving yourself to exhaustion, you shouldn't push yourself so hard that you give out. Living a more balanced lifestyle could seem boring at first, so keep reminding yourself that the slow times help you appreciate the exciting times. Capricorn December 22 – January 19 How do you show up for yourself? You may find that you have a drive to understand yourself better at the moment, which can be difficult to express aloud. Thankfully, it's still likely that you'll find support from the people who care about you. It might be odd to learn that you're interested in activities that you never expected, but what you're learning about yourself shouldn't be blocked before it's tried and understood. Try new things, then see how much more alive you feel afterward. Aquarius January 20 – February 18 A social eureka moment could occur at any moment. Maybe you've known someone for ages, but the role that they're playing in your life is speedily changing. You may suddenly have a greater appreciation for a person who's been in your life for a while, or you might find that they express something to you that you would never have expected from them. It can be surprising to watch such revelations come into frame, but be open to seeing people in a new light. Pisces February 19 – March 20 A passion for giving back could emerge at any moment. How you show up within your community may be given more clarity as you get to work. You might realize just how much you've been showing up for the people around you in big ways — while they're already setting up a celebration for you. If you feel called to give back more than you have been lately, this is likely your intuition calling you to invest in your community. We're all in this together!
The Star
09-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Commuters hope new rail service enhances transborder mobility
Just arrived: The new RTS Link train has a white livery with red and blue accents, inspired by the harmonious colour palettes of Malaysia, Johor and Singapore's flags. — THOMAS YONG/The Star THE unveiling of the new Rapid Transit System Link (RTS Link) train has commuters eagerly looking forward to the start of the cross-border rail service between Johor Baru and Singapore. Among them is 23-year-old Khairul Anuar, who travels about two hours to his work place in Singapore daily. 'After looking at photos of the RTS Link train, I am looking forward to riding it once it is operational. ALSO READ: Cross-border RTS Link train rolls in for testing 'Having the rail system will definitely make my daily commute to work faster and more efficient compared to my current mode of travel by bus,' he told StarMetro. He added that the biggest benefit would be more rest as he would not need to leave his home so early to beat the traffic congestion on the Causeway. Khairul expects to spend less time commuting to work. 'Right now, I have to leave my house at 8am if my work shift starts at 11am. 'With the RTS Link, I hope to enjoy at least an extra hour of sleep in the morning.' Operations and retail executive Ngoi Chee Kein, 26, said affordability would be a key factor in encouraging usage. 'While I welcome the development as it is a much-needed boost to travel, I hope the ticket price will be affordable, especially since many Malaysians commute daily. 'It should be set between S$2 (RM6.60) and S$4 (RM13.20), which is roughly the current bus fare,' he said. Ngoi expressed hope that the rail system would be reliable. Ngoi hopes the RTS Link ticket will be affordable. 'My main concern is whether RTS Link will have technical issues in the future, because people will be relying on it as their main daily mode of transport,' he said, adding that alternative transport such as shuttle buses should be made available in case of emergencies. For Lis Raman, 49, the RTS Link will offer a long-awaited alternative to traditional cross-border travel options. 'I am looking forward to using the service, which is long overdue. 'It can reduce travel hassle and improve quality of life,' said the Singapore-based training, research and development director, who travels to Johor Baru weekly via private hire car. She currently spends RM50 to RM70 a week for her trips and said she would be willing to pay slightly more for added convenience. 'I do not mind a 10% to 15% increase, as it is an excellent trade-off for mental and physical health gain,' she said. Lis does not mind paying 10% more for added convenience. Lis said she would prefer the RTS Link to operate round-the-clock to accommodate late-night travellers. 'This level of flexibility is no longer alien in some well-developed countries. 'I would use the RTS Link for all my ad-hoc journeys,' she said. Her concerns, however, lie in possible disruptions and maintenance issues. 'I hope there will be adequate parking for people who choose to park and ride and efforts made to prevent vandalism. 'I also want to know if there is any enforceable contingency plan in place from the management should the RTS Link service be disrupted,' she said. Despite their concerns, all three agree that the RTS Link promises to reshape the daily commute and offer a more comfortable and efficient travel option across the Causeway, one of the busiest border crossings in the world. – By YEE XIANG YUN
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Texas Tech softball is revamping its roster, adding more pitching and power
LUBBOCK, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – After coming within one game of winning their first national title, the Texas Tech Red Raiders have added some firepower to the roster, bringing in four out of the top-10 transfers available. The first one being UCLA's Kaitlyn Terry, a two-way player who tallied 35 hits and 30 runs last season while also posting a 20-5 record, 2.64 ERA, and 172 strikeouts. A much-needed addition that will help take the load off of Nijaree Canady. Next up is Tennessee's Taylor Pannell, an All-American redshirt sophomore who held a 1.240 OPS, a .398 batting average, 74 hits, 34 walks, 16 homers, and 65 RBI for the Lady Vols last season. Mia Williams will also head to Lubbock after transferring from Florida. Daughter of former NBA champion Jason Williams, the second baseman posted a 1.144 OPS, 61 hits, 52 runs, 19 homers, and 44 RBI for the Gators. She was also named an All-American. Ohio State catcher Jasmyn Burns is taking her talents to Lubbock as well. This past season the All-American sophomore had the fourth most home runs with 25, setting a program single-season record. Burns was a monster from the plate, being the eighth-best hitter in the nation, thanks to a .455 batting average, 14th in RBI with 72, fifth in slugging percentage (1.006), fifth in total bases (166), and seventh in OPS (1.546). Jackie Lis, a three-time All-Missouri Valley Conference First Team selection and former MVP of the league, is the last to join the Red Raiders. During her time at Southern Illinois, Lis led the program to three MCV regular season titles. She is also the program's time leader in home runs with 44. This past season, Lis had 58 hits, 48 RBI, 33 walks, and a .358 batting average. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Advertiser
13-06-2025
- Health
- The Advertiser
PTSD in our elderly is a lesser-known side effect of extreme weather events
A forgotten side effect of extreme weather events, debilitating our elderly, is finally being brought into the light in a push for older Australians to be better cared for. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and social isolation due to displacement and homelessness is not often talked about in mainstream media reports of such events like the Lismore floods or Cyclone Alfred. But the trauma can be intense and long-lasting for older Australians, according to a team from Griffith University and Anglicare Southern Queensland. Read more from The Senior: During a public webinar on June 12, aged care expert Victoria Cain spoke of an Anglicare aged care resident living with dementia who now has severe PTSD "superimposed on his dementia" because of the Lismore floods of 2022. "It's directly related to the floods because of the homelessness, so that alone is quite distressing ... many [aged care] residents have PTSD because of previous storm or flood events," said Ms Cain, Anglicare's Southern Queensland Clinical Lead, Specialist Dementia Care Program. "You then have an increase of isolation for residents who can't actually get out of their rooms or out of the floors. So it leads to isolation, it leads to increased depression, it leads to increased lack of mobility." In another instance, Ms Cain spoke of a recent stay in a hotel in Hervey Bay following Cyclone Alfred where the lifts had been inoperable since March and wouldn't be fixed for another 12 weeks. For some people this may be seen as an inconvenience, but for the elderly woman she met living on the top floor she would be heavily impacted by climbing up and down five flights of stairs every day - almost cut off from the world. Associate Professor Patricia Lee of Griffith University said whether it's bushfires, floods, cyclones or extreme heatwaves they all can have disruptive and harmful consequences on the elderly who need "continuous high care". The university is currently working with Anglicare on a research project investigating climate-change vulnerability on aged care residents and associated health impacts, while also looking at adaption strategies. "Older people are particularly vulnerable due to their age-related health conditions - chronic diseases, the climate vulnerabilities," Professor Lee said. "It can be isolating for people with underlying healthy conditions and also it reduces their mobility and increase social isolation - especially for those who are living alone." The research project will focus on two Queensland regional centres, Toowoomba and Hervey Bay. Share your thoughts in the comments below, or send a Letter to the Editor by CLICKING HERE. A forgotten side effect of extreme weather events, debilitating our elderly, is finally being brought into the light in a push for older Australians to be better cared for. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and social isolation due to displacement and homelessness is not often talked about in mainstream media reports of such events like the Lismore floods or Cyclone Alfred. But the trauma can be intense and long-lasting for older Australians, according to a team from Griffith University and Anglicare Southern Queensland. Read more from The Senior: During a public webinar on June 12, aged care expert Victoria Cain spoke of an Anglicare aged care resident living with dementia who now has severe PTSD "superimposed on his dementia" because of the Lismore floods of 2022. "It's directly related to the floods because of the homelessness, so that alone is quite distressing ... many [aged care] residents have PTSD because of previous storm or flood events," said Ms Cain, Anglicare's Southern Queensland Clinical Lead, Specialist Dementia Care Program. "You then have an increase of isolation for residents who can't actually get out of their rooms or out of the floors. So it leads to isolation, it leads to increased depression, it leads to increased lack of mobility." In another instance, Ms Cain spoke of a recent stay in a hotel in Hervey Bay following Cyclone Alfred where the lifts had been inoperable since March and wouldn't be fixed for another 12 weeks. For some people this may be seen as an inconvenience, but for the elderly woman she met living on the top floor she would be heavily impacted by climbing up and down five flights of stairs every day - almost cut off from the world. Associate Professor Patricia Lee of Griffith University said whether it's bushfires, floods, cyclones or extreme heatwaves they all can have disruptive and harmful consequences on the elderly who need "continuous high care". The university is currently working with Anglicare on a research project investigating climate-change vulnerability on aged care residents and associated health impacts, while also looking at adaption strategies. "Older people are particularly vulnerable due to their age-related health conditions - chronic diseases, the climate vulnerabilities," Professor Lee said. "It can be isolating for people with underlying healthy conditions and also it reduces their mobility and increase social isolation - especially for those who are living alone." The research project will focus on two Queensland regional centres, Toowoomba and Hervey Bay. Share your thoughts in the comments below, or send a Letter to the Editor by CLICKING HERE. A forgotten side effect of extreme weather events, debilitating our elderly, is finally being brought into the light in a push for older Australians to be better cared for. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and social isolation due to displacement and homelessness is not often talked about in mainstream media reports of such events like the Lismore floods or Cyclone Alfred. But the trauma can be intense and long-lasting for older Australians, according to a team from Griffith University and Anglicare Southern Queensland. Read more from The Senior: During a public webinar on June 12, aged care expert Victoria Cain spoke of an Anglicare aged care resident living with dementia who now has severe PTSD "superimposed on his dementia" because of the Lismore floods of 2022. "It's directly related to the floods because of the homelessness, so that alone is quite distressing ... many [aged care] residents have PTSD because of previous storm or flood events," said Ms Cain, Anglicare's Southern Queensland Clinical Lead, Specialist Dementia Care Program. "You then have an increase of isolation for residents who can't actually get out of their rooms or out of the floors. So it leads to isolation, it leads to increased depression, it leads to increased lack of mobility." In another instance, Ms Cain spoke of a recent stay in a hotel in Hervey Bay following Cyclone Alfred where the lifts had been inoperable since March and wouldn't be fixed for another 12 weeks. For some people this may be seen as an inconvenience, but for the elderly woman she met living on the top floor she would be heavily impacted by climbing up and down five flights of stairs every day - almost cut off from the world. Associate Professor Patricia Lee of Griffith University said whether it's bushfires, floods, cyclones or extreme heatwaves they all can have disruptive and harmful consequences on the elderly who need "continuous high care". The university is currently working with Anglicare on a research project investigating climate-change vulnerability on aged care residents and associated health impacts, while also looking at adaption strategies. "Older people are particularly vulnerable due to their age-related health conditions - chronic diseases, the climate vulnerabilities," Professor Lee said. "It can be isolating for people with underlying healthy conditions and also it reduces their mobility and increase social isolation - especially for those who are living alone." The research project will focus on two Queensland regional centres, Toowoomba and Hervey Bay. Share your thoughts in the comments below, or send a Letter to the Editor by CLICKING HERE. A forgotten side effect of extreme weather events, debilitating our elderly, is finally being brought into the light in a push for older Australians to be better cared for. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and social isolation due to displacement and homelessness is not often talked about in mainstream media reports of such events like the Lismore floods or Cyclone Alfred. But the trauma can be intense and long-lasting for older Australians, according to a team from Griffith University and Anglicare Southern Queensland. Read more from The Senior: During a public webinar on June 12, aged care expert Victoria Cain spoke of an Anglicare aged care resident living with dementia who now has severe PTSD "superimposed on his dementia" because of the Lismore floods of 2022. "It's directly related to the floods because of the homelessness, so that alone is quite distressing ... many [aged care] residents have PTSD because of previous storm or flood events," said Ms Cain, Anglicare's Southern Queensland Clinical Lead, Specialist Dementia Care Program. "You then have an increase of isolation for residents who can't actually get out of their rooms or out of the floors. So it leads to isolation, it leads to increased depression, it leads to increased lack of mobility." In another instance, Ms Cain spoke of a recent stay in a hotel in Hervey Bay following Cyclone Alfred where the lifts had been inoperable since March and wouldn't be fixed for another 12 weeks. For some people this may be seen as an inconvenience, but for the elderly woman she met living on the top floor she would be heavily impacted by climbing up and down five flights of stairs every day - almost cut off from the world. Associate Professor Patricia Lee of Griffith University said whether it's bushfires, floods, cyclones or extreme heatwaves they all can have disruptive and harmful consequences on the elderly who need "continuous high care". The university is currently working with Anglicare on a research project investigating climate-change vulnerability on aged care residents and associated health impacts, while also looking at adaption strategies. "Older people are particularly vulnerable due to their age-related health conditions - chronic diseases, the climate vulnerabilities," Professor Lee said. "It can be isolating for people with underlying healthy conditions and also it reduces their mobility and increase social isolation - especially for those who are living alone." The research project will focus on two Queensland regional centres, Toowoomba and Hervey Bay. Share your thoughts in the comments below, or send a Letter to the Editor by CLICKING HERE.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Meghan Markle's Often-Worn Pendant Carries a Hidden Meaning, Jewelry Designer Says
Like her sister-in-law Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle often wears jewelry loaded with symbolism. Such is the case for a pendant by Sophie Lis that the Duchess of Sussex has worn on numerous occasions, including to the Invictus Games in 2022 and on season 1 of Netflix's With Love, Meghan. In a new interview, Lis speaks more about Meghan's relationship with the brand, including poignant earrings Meghan wore on her last day as a working royal in March it comes to Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle, endless stories are told through their accessories—from earrings to bracelets to necklaces. Such was the case when Meghan chose Sophie Lis' Love Pendant—a piece she first wore in 2020 and has worn several times since, including while arranging flowers on Netflix's With Love, Meghan and at the Invictus Games in 2022. Speaking to Page Six, Lis said the pendant symbolizes 'ever-growing love': 'It was particularly special when Meghan first got photographed wearing that piece, as we gave 10 percent from each sale to a dog charity I support called Wild at Heart, based in Notting Hill,' said Lis, who is based in London. (Meghan would no doubt approve—she's a well-known dog lover herself.) The diamond and ruby pendant was inspired by 19th century French poet Rosemonde Gérard's 'The Eternal Song' and reads '+ qu'hier' and '— que demain,' meaning, 'I love you more today than yesterday but less than tomorrow.' Meghan has worn other pieces from Lis' collection, including wearing a pair of her hoop earrings for her final day as a working royal in March 2020. 'Meghan was a fan of us right from the beginning,' Lis said. 'She became aware of our brand just before she moved to the U.S., but there was no gifting—she definitely bought her pieces.' Lis added that the Duchess of Sussex has 'always been a great supporter, and I'm very grateful for her raising awareness of the brand, especially as the storytelling behind each piece is meaningful.' Of the Fallen Star Earrings Meghan chose to wear on her last day as a working royal five years ago, Lis said that the set is 'meant to offer guidance and direction. It's such a nice thought to follow the star.' Page Six reported that royal cousin Princess Eugenie also owns a pair of the hoop earrings, as does Meghan's longtime friend Abigail Spencer, who appeared on With Love, Meghan's first season. 'My jewelry has always been inspired by things beyond our understanding—the beauty of our world and infinite possibility of the unknown,' Lis said. Read the original article on InStyle
