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Fast Company
3 days ago
- Health
- Fast Company
Rhode Island is the first state to provide menopause accommodations at work
Rhode Island will now provide workplace accommodations for women experiencing menopause. The groundbreaking move makes the state the first ever to mandate any accommodations related to menopause by law. Effective June 24, 2025, the state's Fair Employment Practices Act, which covers conditions relating to pregnancy, labor, and postpartum, added menopause to the list of conditions it covers. Under the amended act, reasonable accommodations for menopause or menopause-related conditions, including 'the need to manage the effects of vasomotor symptoms,' such as hot flashes (one of the most common menopause symptoms), are included. The bill, however, did not provide more detail on what reasonable accommodations look like. 'Menopause is a difficult and personal subject that has been stigmatized in this country,' Senator Lori Urso (D-Dist. 8, Pawtucket), who introduced the legislation, earlier this year said in a press release. 'But it's high time we normalize it, especially for the benefit of women in the workplace.' Urso added that a lack of such protections contributes to the gender pay gap and causes women to lose leadership opportunities. Under Rhode Island's Fair Employment Practices Act, the state already required employers with at least four employees to provide accommodations for pregnant persons and conditions related to pregnancy and childbirth. At least 31 states mandate such accommodations—a number that has been rising in recent years. All 50 states must require some accommodations for lactation, too, under the Fair Labor Standards Act. In 2022, the PUMP Act expanded those protections to include more industries, like nursing, education, truck and taxi drivers, and more. However, menopause accommodations have long been overlooked. That's in spite of the fact that the normal, yet often uncomfortable, condition impacts nearly half the population. An estimated 85% of people experience symptoms such as mood swings, migraines, hot flashes, insomnia, anxiety, night sweats, and more during menopause. For some, those symptoms can be severe, however, until now, no state has legally acknowledged the condition in the workplace. The ACLU of Rhode Island spoke to the importance of the proposed legislation earlier in a press release prior to its passing. 'Menopause is a natural and common phase in the lives of millions of individuals, but its impact and symptoms can have profound and long-lasting effects on a person's health and daily life,' said Madalyn McGunagle, policy associate at the Rhode Island ACLU. McGunagle continued, 'The ACLU of Rhode Island supports this bill, which would make explicit that employers must provide reasonable accommodations to employees experiencing menopause, just as the law currently requires accommodations for various pregnancy-related conditions. By extending protections to those experiencing menopause, we can ensure that they are given the necessary accommodations to continue performing their jobs effectively.' Unlike the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, which was written in gender neutral language and covers transgender individuals, Rhode Island's Fair Employment Practices Act does not include such language. Fast Company reached out to Senator Urso's office to clarify whether menopause accommodations will include transgender individuals but did not hear back by the time of publication.
Yahoo
20-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
RIFC and Hartford's rivalry match flopped; Here's what happened
PAWTUCKET — Rhode Island FC struggled again offensively. And Hartford Athletic was content with a draw. Saturday afternoon's Derby Match was the antithesis of a rivalry game. The final result was unfortunate for USL Championship soccer as dives and delays marked the final 45 minutes of a scoreless draw at Centreville Bank Stadium. The first scoring chance, for either side, didn't arrive until the 70th minute. Albert Dikwa's shot from the box was denied by Antony Siaha as the Hartford goalie kicked away a sure score. It incited more crowd noise than anything else that had happened in the match to that point. The announced attendance of 10,619 shouldn't need to wait 70 minutes for something exciting on a postcard day in Pawtucket. Instead, fans saw 36 combined fouls and 12 minutes of second-half stoppage. 'It's not good [for soccer],' RIFC coach, Khano Smith said of the play. 'Fans come to be entertained and for me, it's fast and aggressive [play]. It's shots on goal and it's crosses. When the ball is out-of-play and people are laying on the ground, it's so frustrating, but the rules of the game don't help. For me, the game should be played fast. 'If the officials don't do anything about it, the players are going to do it. They need to warn them, give yellow cards and speed the game up.' Smith's right. The USL bears some responsibility as it just fumbled a chance to grow the league and the rivalry. The neighboring clubs secured a nationally televised match on CBS. And Hartford didn't manage a shot on goal and only five shots total. RIFC opened the field in the second half as JJ Williams subbed on for the home side but even then, they only finished with three shots on target. Williams' free kick, from outside the box, nearly lifted RIFC as the striker found the far post before Siaha made the stop. Williams was a breath of fresh air in his direct play that Smith desires. 'Disappointed to not get three points, but we were better in the second half,' Smith said. 'We created enough to win the game, but unfortunately when you don't take opportunities and don't score, especially at home, you won't win.' Rhode Island, who is tied for second to last in goals scored, has been without Williams' direction this season as he rehabbed from a calf strain. Hartford never had any offensive direction and seemed happy with its 41.8% possession. 'Our fans showed up once again,' Smith said. 'For us, we haven't probably given them the results that they want. But they keep showing up and it's another sell out.' Siaha earned a yellow card in the 112th minute for his extracurricular postgame celebration. Celebrating a scoreless draw, rivalry or not, should earn a card every match. Hartford returns to Pawtucket next Saturday for the Jägermeister Cup, we should all hope for a better product. This article originally appeared on The Providence Journal: RIFC and Hartford's rivalry match didn't meet expectations
Daily Mail
20-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Doctor at center of Pope Leo's first miracle releases stunning statement
The doctor at the heart of Pope Leo XIV's first officially recognized miracle has broken his silence. Dr. Juan Sánchez-Esteban released a remarkable statement after the Vatican attributed the inexplicable 2007 recovery of a newborn in Rhode Island to divine intervention. The Spanish-born physician made a desperate prayer while at Memorial Hospital in Pawtucket where an infant, Tyquan Hall, was being treated after being declared dead According to the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints, the baby was born in critical condition after emergency labor was induced due to an alarmingly low fetal heart rate. Following delivery, the infant failed to respond to standard neonatal resuscitation efforts. After nearly an hour of interventions, his heart had stopped completely. It was in that desperate moment Sánchez-Esteban turned not to medicine, but to his faith. In a carefully worded statement to the doctor avoided any direct mention of the child or the miracle, but its timing and reverent tone speak volumes. 'As a physician, I have the privilege of witnessing both the fragility and the incredible resilience of life,' Sánchez-Esteban said on Saturday in a written statement. 'While I cannot speak about any individual patient due to HIPAA privacy laws, I understand that a recent recognition by the Vatican has brought comfort and meaning to many. 'At Care New England and Women & Infants Hospital, we are honored to be part of the stories that inspire hope,' the doctor continued, 'and we remain committed to providing care grounded in compassion, excellence, and respect for every individual and their beliefs.' The remarks came just hours after the Vatican confirmed it had officially authenticated its first miracle under Pope Leo XIV - and also the first miracle ever formally recognized in the state of Rhode Island. 'We are thrilled that this recognition will move the cause of beatification and canonization forward for Venerable Servant of God Salvador Valera Parra,' said Rev. Timothy Reilly of the Diocese of Providence, calling the papal pronouncement a blessing for Rhode Island and beyond. The newly canonized event is also being referred to by some as the Miracle at Memorial Hospital. 'The cool thing is, the more you think about the miracle itself, Father Valera lived in the 19th century. He never came to the US. Never came to Rhode Island,' Rev. Reilly noted. 'And yet… the doctor called out and called upon his name… he decided to intervene. This is a blessing not just for Rhode Island, but for the Church,' said Rev. Reilly added. 'This recognition moves Fr. Valera closer to sainthood and reminds us that miracles are not relics of the past.' In an interview with Spanish Catholic outlet Vida Nueva, the doctor recalled whispering a childhood prayer from his hometown in southern Spain: 'Fr. Valera, I have done everything I can. Now it's your turn.' The 'Fr. Valera' he invoked was Salvador Valera Parra, a 19th-century Spanish priest from Huércal-Overa who had never been to the United States, let alone Rhode Island. Known in Andalusia for his work with the sick during a devastating cholera epidemic, Valera had never had a miracle attributed to him - until now. Within minutes of the prayer, a nurse reported that the baby's heart had inexplicably begun to beat again. The Vatican noted that the child, who had been transferred to Women & Infants Hospital with brain damage caused by oxygen deprivation, began to show unexpected signs of neurological recovery. Within 15 days, doctors noted a sharp turnaround. The baby began breathing independently and over time, developed normally. Today, Tyquan Hall is reportedly living a full life, playing sports, and showing no signs of the catastrophic brain injury that doctors had once feared would leave him permanently disabled. He spoke at 18 months, walked at two years, and shows no sign of impairment - a living testament, the Vatican says, to the power of faith. The miracle is the first ever declared under Pope Leo XIV - born Robert Prevost in Chicago - and the first ever to occur in Rhode Island, a state with deep Catholic roots but no previously confirmed Vatican-approved 'act of God'-like events. In a decree issued on June 20, the Vatican also recognized 174 new martyrs, many killed under 20th-century authoritarian regimes, alongside Tyquan's healing, reports The declaration may also help fast-track the sainthood of Valera Parra, who now requires only one more authenticated miracle to be canonized. Ironically, while Valera's name soars toward sainthood, the place where his miracle occurred lies in ruins. Memorial Hospital, once a cornerstone of Rhode Island healthcare, shut its doors in 2018 amid financial turmoil. Born Robert Prevost in Chicago, Leo, 69, was elected pope on May 8, following the death of Pope Francis. A former missionary in Peru, he later oversaw the Vatican's powerful office of bishops before ascending to the papacy. For Pope Leo XIV, a tennis-playing, Wordle-solving former missionary known for his intellectual warmth and Midwestern charm, the miracle signals a papacy eager to modernize the process of canonization without diluting its sanctity. Alongside Valera, the pope is also championing the cause of Carlo Acutis, a British-born Millennial tech whiz who died in 2007 and whose incorrupt body now lies in a glass tomb in Assisi. Carlos, known for creating a website cataloging Eucharistic miracles, is on track to become the first Millennial saint. If canonized, Acutis would become the first saint of the digital age.
Yahoo
05-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
There's still time to see 4th of July fireworks in RI. 3 shows happening this weekend
Want another chance to fireworks this weekend? Don't worry – you still have three. While most 4th of July fireworks shows have already happening in Rhode Island for 2025, three communities planned their shows for over the weekend. Here's where you can go this weekend for one last shot to see some 4th of July fireworks this year in Rhode Island. When: Saturday, July 5 at 6:30 p.m. Fireworks start after 9 p.m. Where: Festival Pier, 21 Tim Healey Way, Pawtucket, RI Details: After Rhode Island FC's home game at Centreville Bank Stadium on July 5, they will put on a fireworks show, and the city of Pawtucket is celebrating at Festival Pier with live music and food trucks. Additional viewing location available on Division Street Bridge. RI summer weather: What's the hottest day on record for the Providence area? Find out here When: Saturday, July 5 at 9:15 p.m. Where: Escobar's Farm, 133 Middle Road, Portsmouth, RI Details: The annual firework show at Escobar's Farm will include hayrides, a tractor show and a concession stand. Head to the back of the property for the best view. Summer in RI: Here are 10 summer festivals in Rhode Island to attend this year When: Sunday, July 6 at 7 p.m. Fireworks start at 9 p.m. Where: East Ferry Landing, 1 East Ferry Wharf, Jamestown, RI This article originally appeared on The Providence Journal: RI firework shows: 3 places you can see fireworks this weekend
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Hasbro to Announce Second Quarter 2025 Earnings on July 23, 2025
PAWTUCKET, R.I., July 02, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) announced today that the company's second quarter financial results will be released before the market open on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Hasbro will webcast its second quarter 2025 earnings conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. Certain financial and statistical information included in the webcast, such as information required by Regulation G, will be available at the time of the webcast on Hasbro's Investor Relations website at The webcast and the accompanying presentation slides will be available to investors and the media on Hasbro's Investor Relations home page at A replay of the call will be hosted at the same location approximately two hours following completion of the event and will be available for 12 months following the date of the call. About Hasbro Hasbro is a leading games, IP and toy company whose mission is to create joy and community through the magic of play. With over 100 years of expertise, Hasbro delivers groundbreaking play experiences and reaches over 500 million kids, families and fans around the world, through physical and digital games, video games, toys, licensed consumer products, location-based entertainment, film, TV and more. Through its franchise-first approach, Hasbro unlocks value from both new and legacy IP, including MAGIC: THE GATHERING, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, MONOPOLY, HASBRO GAMES, NERF, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH and PEPPA PIG, as well as premier partner brands. Powered by its portfolio of thousands of iconic marks and a diversified network of partners and subsidiary studios, Hasbro brings fans together wherever they are, from tabletop to screen. For more than a decade, Hasbro has been consistently recognized for its corporate citizenship, including being named one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens by 3BL Media, a 2025 JUST Capital Industry Leader, one of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in the U.S. by the Civic 50, and a Brand that Matters by Fast Company. For more information, visit or @Hasbro on LinkedIn. © 2025 Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved. HAS-IR View source version on Contacts Investor Contact: Fred Wightman | Hasbro, Inc. | hasbro_investor_relations@ Media: Roberta Thomson | Hasbro, Inc. | hasbrobrandpr@ Sign in to access your portfolio
