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“The Boy and the Heron” by Hayao Miyazaki
Studio Ghibli portrays a young boy's grief in a mystical fashion
“The Boy and the Heron” is the most recent movie from Studio Ghibli and its legendary filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki. The works of Miyazaki are known for their whimsical storylines; beautiful, hand-drawn animation; and themes of environmentalism and pacifism. “The Boy … Continue reading
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Flawed Kidney Function Test Discriminated Against Black Patients
Race-based criteria has been removed from kidney functioning tests
A racially biased medical test used to determine the degree of patient’s kidney failure and rank them on kidney transplant lists is finally being changed. Although Black Americans are three times more likely to have kidney failure than white Americans, … Continue reading
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AI-Generated Scam Obituaries Take Over Google
Imposter obituaries are being created both for the recently deceased and the still living
In January, Deborah Vankin was very much alive when her father reached out, concerned that news was being spread that she had died. The culprit? Fake AI-generated scam obituaries. The L.A.-based journalist Vankin hesitatingly started to read some of the … Continue reading
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“Anxiety and Hope in Japanese Art,” on Display at the Met
An exploration of Japanese art around death, suffering and hope
“Anxiety and Hope in Japanese Art,” the exhibit currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, offers a unique look at how Japanese art has intertwined grief and suffering with ideas about rebirth. Combining sacred objects … Continue reading
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Our Monthly Tip: Host a Memorial Hike
Honor a loved one's connection to nature by hiking in their memory
Our Tip of the Month If your loved one was an avid lover of the outdoors or had a favorite trail, consider planning a memorial hike in their honor. This can be incorporated into, or replace, a celebration of life … Continue reading
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The Shadow Side of Dark Tourism
Grief tourism destinations can cross the line from respectful remembrance to self-involved voyeurism
Many people are starting to plan summer travel. Perhaps you’re drawn to visiting places known for tasty cuisine, spectacular nature or cultural juggernauts. But one type of tourism not often discussed is what’s been labeled “dark tourism,” “grief tourism,” or … Continue reading
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