Brazilian Flavors in West Hartford At just 12 years old, Priscilla Pedrosa discovered her passion for chocolate by crafting bon bons to sell at school. Growing up in modest circumstances, she found creative ways to share her treats with neighbors—even when resources were scarce. “My father didn’t have much money,” she recalls, noting how her … Read more
Brazilian Flair Sweetens West Hartford At 282 Park Road in West Hartford, a new chocolate shop is infusing traditional treats with a distinctive Brazilian twist. Founded by Priscilla Pedrosa, the shop has quickly become a neighborhood favorite, offering freshly made confections that reflect both her heritage and lifelong passion for chocolate. Early Inspirations and a … Read more
Open Your Heart and Loosen Up! Fatherhood Advice from Therapist Terry Real In celebration of Father’s Day, a collection of heartfelt stories revealed how a glimpse into a father’s inner emotional life can make a world of difference. Some shared experiences of dads who rarely expressed their feelings, while others recounted memories of those who … Read more
Open Call for Allies: A Call to Arms I no longer feel secure in the country where I was born. Even attending Jewish gatherings—held in secret until the very last minute and guarded by armed personnel checking identification—only reinforces the sense that danger lurks around every corner. Despite this underlying fear, coming together in community … Read more
Standing Together in Uncertain Times I feel unsafe in the country where I was born. Even as I attend Jewish gatherings—whose locations are kept secret until the last moment, guarded by armed individuals, and accessible only to those who have confirmed their attendance—the precautions do little more than remind me that danger is always near. … Read more
Opinion PRIORITY CHECK If the Torah had a report card, would our children pass? Jewish tradition has always held education in high esteem—not as a simple transaction of facts and figures, but as a lifelong journey of moral and spiritual growth. Our heritage teaches that learning is a means of cultivating character and integrity; it … Read more
Martin Scorsese’s “The Saints” Returns for Season Two Fox Nation has renewed the acclaimed docudrama series for a second season. This eight-episode installment is set to debut in November 2025 and will stretch through the spring of 2026, covering both the Christmas and Easter holidays within its run by splitting into two parts. What to … Read more
Overview of Global Religious Trends (2010–2020) A recent study has shed light on significant changes in the religious makeup of the world during the past decade. While Christianity continues to be the largest religious group globally, the rate of growth among Muslims has surpassed that of other major faiths from 2010 to 2020. Christianity: The … Read more
Shifts in Religious Landscape A recent analysis has highlighted a notable decline in the Christian population across the United States over the past decade. This trend marks Christianity as the religious group with the most significant decrease in membership compared to other faith communities. Christianity’s Continued Prominence Despite these declines, the study reveals that Christianity … Read more
The Shifting Landscape of U.S. Christianity The past decade has witnessed a significant decline in the number of Christians across the United States, marking a steeper drop than what has been seen in other religious groups. Despite this decline, Christianity continues to dominate as the leading faith tradition in the country. Notable Trends Over the … Read more