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Boston Globe
4 days ago
- Health
- Boston Globe
Here's what Rhode Island's movers and shakers are reading
Here's a rundown. David Cicilline Rhode Island Foundation president and CEO The book traces the slow, insidious, and ultimately deadly impact of the 'Big Lie' on the Jewish residents of a small German village ahead of World War II. It delivers a terrifying lesson about how ordinary people can become desensitized to the growing danger at their doorstep. Advertisement Martha L. Wofford Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island president and CEO Get Rhode Map A weekday briefing from veteran Rhode Island reporters, focused on the things that matter most in the Ocean State. Enter Email Sign Up Dr. Topol's book provides evidence of how lifestyle, environmental exposure, and our genes and epigenetics impact our health. He shows how dysregulation of our immune response and inflammation is driving major diseases like cancer and autoimmune conditions. As we face an aging population in Rhode Island, and as a nation, Dr. Topol's book provides hope that there is a path to improving health as we age -- through diet, exercise, sleep, social connection, and reducing environmental toxins, combined with ongoing breakthroughs in diagnosing and treating age-related diseases. Laurie White Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce president Advertisement The degree to which Judge Caprio's life's purpose was shaped at a young age by the lessons imparted by his loving parents – particularly his dad, Tup, on the milk truck delivery route on Federal Hill. The book left me in tears. It mirrors my own sentiments about the influence of my mom and dad and the small business they started together in the 1950s (and still exists today.) Judge Caprio vividly takes the reader through the lessons of hard work and everyday acts of compassion that lift your soul. It is no coincidence that he has 25 million followers on social media. These are the lessons that resonate throughout the world. Rele Abiade Consultant My daughters were reading this graphic novel, and we were talking about how it had been banned in Texas. I skimmed through it because I was curious why anyone would be triggered by a book nine-year-olds loved. Of course it was one of the best books I have probably read! The main character is a gifted student who goes to a predominantly white private school and the book explores how he gracefully navigates through social dynamics. I wish I had books like this as a child because I related to Jordan (the main character) and despite some situations it really is a positive story. I think every adult should read it, especially during these interesting political times where diversity and inclusion is no longer seen as a necessity by some. Guess what? It is! Advertisement Cortney M. Nicolato United Way of Rhode Island president and CEO It talks about perseverance and the power that love can have on someone. In times like this, I want to spend my spare time being inspired and celebrating love and joy wherever possible. Kelli J. Armstrong Salve Regina University president Colin is a resident scholar here at Salve and leads our Nationhood Lab project. I find his ideas to be absolutely brilliant. In 'Union,' he describes how important it is for the US to have a common narrative, one that could hold its rival regional cultures together. Colin is an historian, and his ability to illuminate how we have evolved as a nation and how these patterns are affecting our current divisions is fascinating. Neil Steinberg Rhode Island Life Science HubBoard chair My preferred genre is the thriller category; it started with Robert Ludlum many years ago. Marcela Betancur Latino Policy Institute executive director I am a huge fan of mysteries and thrillers, and this one kept me on my toes the whole time. It's rare when I get to the end of a book without knowing what's happening or 'who did it' - but this one did it! This story first appeared in Rhode Map, our free newsletter about Rhode Island that also contains information about local events, links to interesting stories, and more. If you'd like to receive it via email Monday through Friday, . Advertisement Dan McGowan can be reached at
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Judge Caprio gives Providence College's commencement speech
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Graduates from Providence College got to hear words of wisdom from 'America's Nicest Judge' Sunday afternoon. 'I approached each case with an open mind and treated everyone equally, with kindness, compassion and most of all, common sense,' Retired Rhode Island judge Frank Caprio told the crowd during his speech. 'This is not a judicial philosophy that I learned in law school, this is a moral philosophy that was taught to me by my parents at home and right here at Providence College.' Caprio, 88, earned a bachelor's degree from the college in 1958 and a Honorary Doctorate of Law in 2008. In February, Caprio released a book titled 'Compassion in the Court: Life-Changing Stories from America's Nicest Judge.' READ MORE: Judge Frank Caprio releasing book next month The book explains how Caprio became the compassionate judge his fans know him as. PC's 107th commencement took place at Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence. Sunday also saw commencement festivities for the University of Rhode Island and Salve Regina University. NEXT: RIC, URI, BCC hold commencement ceremonies on Saturday Download the and apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch or with the new . Follow us on social media: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Rhode Islanders strive to end pancreatic cancer at PanCAN PurpleStride walk
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Did you know that pancreatic cancer accounts for about 8% of all cancer deaths in the United States? According to the American Cancer Society, more than 67,000 Americans are expected to be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2025. That's why each year the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, known as 'PanCAN,' hosts PurpleStride walks all across the country, raising money for pancreatic cancer research and individualized services for patients and their caregivers. LAST YEAR: Judge Caprio takes part in annual PanCAN walk This year's PurpleStride will be held Saturday, April 26, at the Temple to Music at Roger Williams Park in Providence. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. and opening ceremonies begin at 10 a.m. You can learn more about pancreatic cancer — and sign up to participate — at WPRI 12 is a proud sponsor of Rhode Island's 2025 PanCAN PurpleStride walk. Download the and apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch or with the new . Follow us on social media: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Yahoo
Judge Frank Caprio named commencement speaker at his alma mater, Providence College
Retired Chief Judge Frank Caprio, Sr., a 1958 graduate of Providence College, will deliver the commencement address at his alma mater's 107th commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 18, at the Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence. (Contributed photo) Retired Rhode Island Chief Judge Frank Caprio, who gained fame as a mild-mannered dispenser of justice on the internet, will be the commencement speaker at Providence College this year, the school announced Wednesday. Caprio, 88, served for 38 years in the Providence Municipal Court where his public profile rose from starring in the Emmy-nominated 'Caught in Providence,' which began airing locally in 2000. The series featured Caprio ruling on cases like traffic or parking violations in a gentle way. Providence College is the first Rhode island higher education institution to announce its commencement speaker for the 2025 graduation season. The commencement ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, May 18, at 11 a.m. at the Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence. Caprio, who retired in 2023, has more than 26 million followers across different social media platforms, according to a PC news release, and his videos have over 10 billion views collectively. He has 2 million followers on both Facebook and Instagram. The son of Italian immigrants, Caprio was educated at Providence's Central High School, where his talents in scholastic wrestling won him the state championship in 1953. Caprio worked three jobs to finance his studies at Providence College, where he earned his bachelor's degree before going to teach classes in American government at Hope High School. While working as a teacher, Caprio went on to Suffolk University School of Law to earn his law degree, and began presiding over Providence courts in 1985. Caprio has been awarded two Honorary Doctorates of Law: one from Suffolk in 1991, and another from PC in 2008. The University of Rhode Island gave him an Honorary Doctorate of Public Service in 2016. Caprio previously chaired the Rhode Island Board of Governors for Higher Education, which in 2014 was consolidated into the Rhode Island Board of Education. The current equivalent of the Board of Governors is the Council on Postsecondary Education, and it oversees decision making for the state's three public institutions of higher learning: the University of Rhode Island, Rhode Island College and the Community College of Rhode Island. He also served on the Providence City Council from 1962 to 1968, and was inducted into the Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame of 2019. SUBSCRIBE: GET THE MORNING HEADLINES DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Judge Caprio will be Providence College's 2025 commencement speaker
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — This year's graduates from Providence College will get to hear words of wisdom from 'America's Nicest Judge.' PC announced Wednesday their 2025 commencement speaker will be retired Rhode Island judge Frank Caprio on May 18 at Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence. Caprio, 88, earned a bachelor's degree from the college in 1958 and a Honorary Doctorate of Law in 2008. He's most known for the TV show 'Caught in Providence,' which showcased his empathy and humor in the courtroom as chief judge in Providence's Municipal Court. WATCH: Interview with Judge Frank Caprio Last year, Caprio completed radiation treatment for pancreatic cancer after being diagnosed in December 2023. Caprio also released a book in February called 'Compassion in the Court: Life-Changing Stories from America's Nicest Judge.' The book explains how he became the compassionate judge his fans know him as. MORE: Judge Frank Caprio releasing book Providence College said on May 16, there will be a separate ceremony for graduate students and graduates from School of Continuing Education at the Peterson Center on campus. Former Boston Police Department Commissioner Michael Cox will be that ceremony's speaker. This year is PC's 107th commencement. Download the and apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch or with the new . Follow us on social media: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
