Category Archives: FYI
What Happens When Seniors are Paroled from Prison?
“California houses one of the country’s biggest populations of elderly prisoners. And gradually, it also releases them. Research has shown that the older the person is, the less likely he is to return to prison after his release. People over … Continue reading
Aging in the Asian-American Community
“Historically, children and grandchildren in Asian families are tasked with taking care of elder generations. But these traditions are being challenged by the modern American context, which pressures children to move out of their households and become independent adults. . … Continue reading
Dolly Parton: Singer and “Book Lady”
You probably know of Dolly Parton (67), the singer/songwriter/actress, but did you know about her other role as a philanthropist? She’s delivered nearly 50 million free books to children’s homes. “Called Imagination Library, the program started in 1996 in one … Continue reading
Wallet Found After 66 Years Reunites a Family
“When construction workers discovered a wallet lost 66 years ago inside the wall of a San Marino home, little did three City Hall clerks know they were about to be in for a days-long sleuthing expedition that would, at its … Continue reading
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Memorial Day at American Battle Monuments
“During Memorial Day weekend ABMC sites throughout the world will pay tribute to the more than 218,000 individuals commemorated at these overseas cemeteries. Events are planned in France, England, Belgium, Netherlands, Italy, Luxembourg, the Philippines, Tunisia, Panama and Mexico.” Click … Continue reading
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Grandmother Power
“Paola Gianturco is an author/photographer who has documented women’s lives in 55 countries, had five books published—and is a grandmother. . . Her newest book, Grandmother Power, A Global Phenomenon (powerHouse Books, 2012), documents a new, unheralded international women’s movement. … Continue reading
What Does It Take to Spread an Idea? A Good Story.
In early May, Ashoka teamed up with Wondros, a full-service production company specializing in translating complex business and pro-social ideas into simple media messages, to bring together a handful leading social entrepreneurs [all Ashoka Fellows] to figure out the key ingredients … Continue reading
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