New century sadness: Suicide rates skyrocket since ’99

 Suicide rates among non-Hispanic American Indians and Alaska Natives were, in 1999, already the highest of any ethnic group, despite being widely underreported. By 2014, roughly 1 in 2,000 men in this ethnic group committed suicide, a 60% increase over the suicide rate among male American Indians and Alaska Natives that prevailed in 1999.   Among … Read moreNew century sadness: Suicide rates skyrocket since ’99

The Virgin Mary: A hillside symbol of strength in quake torn Ecuador

From the New York Times report:   By NICHOLAS CASEY APRIL 21, 2016 MONTECRISTI, Ecuador — The earth shook and the steeple fell, taking most of the bell tower with it. A white facade gave way, leaving the pews open to the street.  But amid the wreckage at the basilica, one object remained untouched: Our Mother of Monserrate, … Read moreThe Virgin Mary: A hillside symbol of strength in quake torn Ecuador