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Yahoo
12 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
With great sadness and deep gratitude for a life well-lived,
Jul. 23—With great sadness and deep gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the peaceful passing of Joe Orlando Torres, age 90, on July 16, 2025, at his home in Socorro, NM. He was surrounded by the love and prayers of his family as he was called home to be with the Lord. Joe was born August 30,1934 in Socorro, NM to Vicente and Anna Maria Torres. He was a man of faith, love, and service-devoted to his family, proud of his heritage, and guided by strong values that never wavered. He served his country with honor through 6 years in the Army National Guard, including 2 years of active duty in the US Army. After his military service he dedicated 32 years of hard work as an Optics Technician at White Sands Missile Range. Joe had a heart full of life and a soul anchored in joy. He found God's presence in the simple pleasures: the stillness of a fishing trip, the joy of hunting and camping, the rhythm of music as he played his accordion or harmonica, and the laughter shared during a game of bowling. He tended the land with care and cherished the beauty of God's creation through farming. Joe will be remembered for his generosity, unwavering kindness, and the way he made everyone feel welcome. He was a jokester and a dancer, but above all, he was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He poured love into his family and built a legacy of warmth, faith, and laughter that will live on through generations. He is survived by his beloved wife of 69 years, Rosalie Torres; daughters Darlene Torres, Connie (Daniel) Gallegos: seven grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren; and his siblings Eddie Torres, Vincent Torres, and Elaine Valdez, and many nieces and nephews that he loved dearly. He is reunited in eternal peace with his parents Vicente and Anna Maria, his beloved son Joseph "Seppie" Torres, and his siblings Lucas, Felix, Leopoldo, Tommy, Kate, Virginia, Rita, and Mary. As we grieve his passing, we take comfort in knowing he has entered the gates of Heaven, welcomed by those who went before him. His faith, laughter, and love will continue to guide us. Services for Joe will be held on Friday, August 1, 2025, at the San Miguel Church. A visitation will take place at 9:00 am followed by the rosary at 9:30 am. Mass will then be held at 10:00 am. Inurnment will take place immediately following the services at the San Miguel Cemetery. All are welcome to join in prayer and remembrance. "Well done, good and faithful into the joy of your Lord."-Matthew 25:21 Arrangements are being handled by the caring professionals at the Noblin Funeral Service Belen Chapel, where an online guest register is available at Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
16 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Boy 'Was a Little Scared' to Return to the Water After Losing Leg in Shark Attack. Then He Jumped In
A teen is opening up about returning to the same water where he survived a shark attack. Jameson Reeder Jr., now 13, had a portion of his leg amputated nearly three years ago when he got attacked by an 8-food bull shark while snorkeling in the Florida Keys with his family in August 2022. In a new interview with Good Morning America, which coincided with the release of his family's book Rescue at the Reef: The Miraculous True Story of a Little Boy with Big Faith, the young boy spoke about what it was like to get back in the water. Understandably, the teen admitted he felt 'a little scared before I jumped in.' "I wanted to go in and for a split two seconds, it was like a whole flashback of the whole shark attack just because of the environment of the whole reef,' he said. But ultimately, his faith helped him meet the moment. 'I knew I had the Lord and so, I popped up and I just had a lot of fun," he said. "To see him reclaim that from fear was such, I think, not just victory for him and all of us, but for so many people who've been following the story," added his dad, Jameson Reeder Sr. "And do it with so much joy and strength. That was the epitome of that day — joy and strength." In the aftermath of the attack, Reeder Jr.'s parents alerted a nearby boat, which helped bring the family to shore. Once paramedics arrived, the boy was airlifted to a hospital. "They had to remove/amputate from just below the knee to save his life as it was not operable from the damage the shark had caused," his uncle Joshua Reeder wrote on Facebook in 2022. "They said the shark made the decision for him and wasn't anything they could do to save it." In September 2022, Reeder Jr. told Good Morning America that although he's "very sad that my foot is gone" he was just "happy to be alive." The boy has since undergone six surgeries and re-learned how to walk, run and jump. As for the future, well, the teen has his eye on the baseball diamond. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. "I was a pitcher before the shark attack and I'm trying to get back to it. I've had some tough times and pain," he said in his latest GMA interview, "but with how good prosthetics are getting, I actually have no more pain now playing." Read the original article on People
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
What Influencer Karissa Collins Has Said About Raising Big Family: ‘The Best Decision of My Life'
Karissa Collins hasn't held back when it comes to the reality of raising 11 kids. Karissa and her husband, Mandrae Collins, tied the knot in May 2007 and have gone on to welcome 11 children: Anissa, Andrae, Annistan, Anjalie, Andersyn, Aynjel, Ansyr, Anchor, Anthem, Armor and Arrow. The couple have documented their life — and ever-expanding family — on YouTube since 2017. In July 2025, Karissa shared that she suffered a miscarriage, later sparking backlash online when she uploaded a TikTok clip of her younger children playfully hitting her belly. Parenting Influencer Karissa Collins' Family Guide: Meet Her Husband and 11 Kids 'I don't do clickbait. I don't like controversy. I don't post offensive things for followers. I don't want followers like that. I'm not all about a following,' she said in an apology video, addressing the controversy. 'I am just about sharing the message that God has given me, and the ministry that I have, which is that you can trust God with your womb. … We encourage women to trust God with how many children he wants to give.' Keep scrolling to learn everything that Karissa has said about raising a big family throughout the years: They Are 'Intentional' of Spending Time With Their Children Karissa spoke about the criticism that her and her husband receive regarding the amount of time they are able to adequately spend with each of their children. 'Let's talk time. There's so many contradictions with the decision to have children,' she said in a November 2022 Facebook post. 'People get so upset that we have (soon) ten children. They use so many arguments that simply don't make sense. One of those arguments is time. 'There's no way you can give each child enough time.' That was one of our biggest concerns on this surrendering our family size to God journey.' The social media influencer noted that the 'reality' is that 'most families have two, maybe three children' because that's 'what's acceptable.' 'I'm not even kidding. In my parents generation there were Disney cartoons telling parents to stop having big families and only have two to preserve our earth and economy,' she continued. 'These families with two or three children send their kids off to school, sports, activities, daycare, children's church and then in the summer when they do get time with them, the kids go to summer camp and the parents count down their days until school starts and they get a break. (I know this isn't the case for all but this is the majority.) Yet it's these families that mock me for not spending enough time with my children.' Why Influencer Karissa Collins Is Letting Her 'Body Do Its Thing' During Miscarriage Amid Backlash Karissa noted that she is also criticized for choosing to homeschool her children. 'It simply makes me laugh at the contradictions we all live by. And the judgments we make without knowing the details and daily interactions,' she explained. 'If we are intentional with our children, we can give them the time. We have to assess how much we send them off versus how much we keep them close.' Siblings Are The 'Greatest Gift' Karissa said that giving her children siblings was the 'greatest gift' she could ever give them. 'It never ceases to amaze me the bond they have, the love they have, the fun they have and the joy that flows out of them,' she wrote via Instagram in January 2024. 'Siblings will outlast the parents and they'll be in each others [sic] lives longer. I will never regret giving them life long besties.' They Don't Have 'Big Family Money' In a November 2024 Instagram post, Karissa opened up about the financial aspect of raising such a big family. 'Two misconceptions…1. That you have to be a millionaire to have a big family,' she said at the time. '2. That kids cost a lot. People are most curious about our finances. And I've never shied away from this topic. We've been through seasons of lack, seasons of just enough and seasons of extra. Most of our marriage has been a season of just enough. Paycheck to paycheck, tithing and trusting God to pave the way and make a way.' Who Is Karissa Collins? What to Know About the Influencer Who Sparked Backlash for Miscarriage Video Karissa explained that they have 'never made big family money,' and that most people with lots of children don't either. 'We all live life the way we get paid,' she noted. 'So much of the money we spend isn't necessary. We consume and use so much more than we require. While yes groceries are our most expensive expense, outside of feeding them, children don't have to be expensive. And you don't have to be a millionaire. One thing I always say, I will never allow that coveted vacation to become the reason my next child won't exist. Money will not determine their value.' It's Been the Best Decision of Her Life In a December 2024 Instagram post, Karissa addressed the reason why she has decided to have 11 children — and why she still wants more. 'I grew up not a fan of children. Never longed to be a mother. I have one sister. My hubs grew up with 2 siblings. We got married with a 5-year plan and on birth control,' she wrote, noting that it was a church sermon that changed their mind. '11 children later, we've been through it all. We've seen the hardest and most blessed moments you can dream of.' Karissa explained that they've seen God 'provide in the impossible, heal the impossible, give supernatural strength and joy and prove [them] wrong every step of the way.' 'It hasn't been an easy journey but it's the best decision of my life … to trust God to plan our family. All praise and glory to him alone!' she shared. Stars Who Struggled to Conceive Children Share Their Fertility Issues It's 'Not That Scary' In a July 2025 TikTok caption, Karissa noted that having such a big family is 'not that scary.' 'I promise you will figure it out,' she revealed. 'And it honestly gets easier. You don't have to keep your hands to yourself! Have all the babies and live with no regrets.' It's Not 'Impossible' To Have So Many Children In her July 2025 apology video, Karissa also clapped back at online criticism that she had received over having such a big family. 'If you haven't had 11 children, I don't feel like you have the right to say it's impossible or that you can't do it,' she shared on TikTok. 'I used to say that when I had five children. … I had no idea that God had planned for a big family for us. We simply believe that we are to live life of faith, and that children are eternal [and that] they have value. Lots of value.' Solve the daily Crossword
Forbes
2 days ago
- Health
- Forbes
2 Ways Religious Beliefs Can Impact Your Well-Being, By A Psychologist
What if religion isn't the problem or the answer in itself, but the relationship you have with it ... More is? Here's how belief impacts the brain and body. When life feels uncertain, everyone needs something to hold on to; a hope that things will get better, or perhaps the belief that you're part of something greater than yourself. That something is often faith: a steadfast trust that things will work out, even when you can't yet see how. And, hope is the emotional fuel that can keep you moving forward, no matter how heavy the present may feel. While both faith and hope can feel like mere abstract ideas, religion can make them tangible for many. This can be through rituals, stories, community and a sense of being held by something greater. Religion offers structure to believe in and a source of meaning. An April 2025 study explored the relationship between religiosity, religious orientation and sleep health. Researchers specifically looked at the roles of anxiety and depression, which are two key indicators of mental well-being that are also closely tied to sleep. Researchers collected data from over 200 adults (both religious and non-religious), using questionnaires and two-week sleep diaries. They assessed whether participants identified as religious and how they related to their faith. This relationship was understood based on whether they saw religion as a deep life purpose, a means to an end or an ongoing spiritual quest. The results reveal how deeply our beliefs and the emotional states they generate can influence both mind and body. Here are two ways religious beliefs can impact your well-being. 1. Religious Belief Can Ease Anxiety And Help You Sleep Better Sleep is often thought of as a solely physical need. However, it can be quite deeply tied to your emotional world, especially to experiences of anxiety. You may have noticed that when your mind is restless or racing, your sleep can suffer. In fact, it's quite common for people to find themselves caught in a trap of overthinking late at night. Ikea conducted a large-scale global sleep survey with over 55,000 participants. The results showed that 11% named 'overthinking' as a major barrier to sleep, alongside stress (17%) and anxiety disorders (12%). As your sleep suffers, so do many other aspects of your mental health, such as your mood, focus, energy and even emotional regulation. Over time, this can create a vicious cycle where poor sleep and chronic anxiety feed into each other, creating a loop that damages your well-being. In the April 2025 study, researchers found that religious individuals reported significantly lower levels of anxiety compared to non-religious participants. Anxiety didn't just coexist with poor sleep, but mediated the relationship between religious belief and sleep health completely. Being religious was linked to better sleep because it was linked to lower anxiety. This held true for both sleep quality and sleep efficiency. However, depression didn't play the same role. The impact of religious belief on sleep was about how calm and secure a person felt inside. Based on these findings, the real power of religious belief might lie in its ability to quiet mental overactivity. This could be through prayer, surrender or a sense of divine protection. Religion has the ability to offer a kind of emotional anchoring that may help ease emotional spirals or internal restlessness that can disrupt sleep for many. So, when the mind is calm, the body can rest. This study is a reminder that faith, when rooted in emotional safety, can be more than just spiritual. Religion, or any other form of faith that can help soothe your inner chaos, might just be the key to deeper rest. 2. How You Relate To Religion Shapes Its Impact When we think of religious beliefs, it's important to remember that they can look different for everyone. For some, it's a quiet personal truth. While for others, it's a ritual passed down through generations, or merely a space to ask deeper questions about life. The April 2025 study didn't just look at whether someone was religious. It also looked at how they related to their faith. This is what researchers referred to as 'religious orientation.' They explored three key orientations: The study found that how one relates to their faith significantly influenced their mental and sleep health. Researchers found that participants who viewed religion as an end in itself experienced lower anxiety and reported better sleep quality and efficiency. On the contrary, those who saw religion as a quest — as an ongoing, questioning approach to faith — experienced higher anxiety. This, in turn, was linked to poorer sleep efficiency, as well as to decreased sleep quality. These effects were all mediated by anxiety. This means that the emotional state influenced by one's relationship with religion played a key role in shaping sleep outcomes. This study highlights that belief isn't always comforting by default. It's a truly supportive factor when it feels more personally meaningful and emotionally settled. While doubt and questioning are natural parts of any spiritual journey, when they linger without resolution, they may actually add to mental strain. Let this be a reminder to reflect on how you engage with your faith and whether it brings clarity or confusion. This can be an important step not just in your spiritual life, but in your overall well-being. Faith And Fear Can Change The Way You Experience Life Faith can offer inner grounding in a world of chaos. When anchored in genuine trust, it can change the way you move through life's challenges and help soften fear. Remember that fear, in essence, is just faith turned inside out and an inner belief in things going wrong. So, when fear drives your thoughts, religion or any sort of inclination in faith can provide belief in possibilities. This shift alone can change not just how you feel, but also what you're able to choose and create in your life in any given moment. In the long run, this shift can change everything. A fearful mind only narrows your vision and convinces you that your options are limited, even when they aren't. When led by fear, you may stop looking for solutions because you've already decided none exist. But faith has the power to allow you to see what can be done, and pay attention to how things can work out, even if not right away. That said, while it may be tempting to use faith as a constant emotional safety net, you must remember not to let it become a form of bypass — or something you reach for just to avoid discomfort. True faith can help you be prepared to meet life with strength and softness alike. Wondering how your sensitivity to anxiety might be shaping your perspective and sleep? Take this science-backed test to find out: Anxiety Sensitivity Test
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Parenting Influencer Karissa Collins' Family Guide: Meet Her Husband and 11 Kids
Karissa Collins and husband Mandrae Collins have been showcasing the everyday lives of their big family since rising to fame through YouTube in 2017. 'Why do we have 11 children?' Karissa captioned a December 2024 Instagram post, appearing to address questions about her family life. 'I grew up not a fan of children. Never longed to be a mother. I have one sister. My hubs grew up with 2 siblings. We got married with a 5-year plan and on birth control.' However, after a church sermon, Karissa and Mandrae 'decided to let God decide' their future. '11 children later, we've been through it all. We've seen the hardest and most blessed moments you can dream of,' her caption continued, in part. 'We've seen him provide in the impossible, heal the impossible, give supernatural strength and joy, and prove us wrong every step of the way. It hasn't been an easy journey but it's the best decision of my life … to trust God to plan our family. All praise and glory to him alone!' Why Influencer Karissa Collins Is Letting Her 'Body Do Its Thing' During Miscarriage Amid Backlash Karissa sparked major backlash in July 2025 after a viral video of her kids hitting her belly after a miscarriage. Karissa explained that she's not a fan of 'controversy' in her life and did not post the belly video for followers. 'I apologize. When I posted that video, what was on other people's minds was not on my mind at all,' she said in a TikTok video at the time. 'I never thought of it that way. It was a cute moment with me and my children. I didn't think anyone would even watch it.' She and Mandrae announced in July 2025 that they were expecting their 12th baby. Days later, Karissa confirmed that she miscarried and planned to let the fetal tissue pass naturally. This was her fourth pregnancy loss. Keep scrolling for a breakdown of Karissa's family: Mandrae Collins Karissa and Mandrae got married in May 2007. 'Feels like yesterday we got married on a Wednesday at the age of 23 on the 23rd with 23 flavors of ice cream and served Dr. Pepper (that is a blend of 23 flavors) and our wedding verse was psalms 23,' Karissa captioned a May 2025 Instagram post. 'I never would've seen this life coming. We never planned it or dreamed it but it's the greatest life we could've never planned.' Anissa Beth The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter, in December 2009. Karissa shared details about her eldest in an October 2024 Facebook post, revealing that Anissa is 'shy at first and then outgoing and then straight up goof ball funny.' Karissa also called her eldest the 'family organizer' and referred to her as an 'amazing' big sister. Andrae Cardell Karissa and Mandrae welcomed their first son in July 2011. Annistan Breanne Their second daughter was born in November 2012. Anjalie 'Lele' Brielle A little over a year later, Lele was born in December 2013. Andersyn 'Ande' Brooklyn Ande joined the family in July 2015. 'Andersyn is our firecracker. She's always happy. Always loud. Always ready to go. Always ready for the camera. She loves pandas and shopping,' Karissa wrote, in part, for a July 2024 Facebook caption. 'She is the funniest child. She's never embarrassed. She loves attention. She loves people and has never met a stranger.' Aynjel Belle The couple welcomed another daughter in December 2016. Karissa referred to her as an 'empathetic and emotional' child in a social media post. Ansyr Blue Ansyr weighed 3 lbs. when she was born premature in February 2018. She stayed in the NICU for 40 days. 'As I was leaving the hospital and very sad about it, I heard the Holy Spirit tell me 40 days in the NICU. I thought that's a big difference but I can wait that long,' Karissa captioned a 2023 TikTok. 'Long story short, on day 37 the doctor said it would be a few more weeks. I was devastated. Well I went in the next evening to find out she would in fact be going home on day 40!!! Just like God spoke!' Kris Jenner, Keke Wyatt and More Celebrity Parents With the Biggest Broods Anchor Christian The couple welcomed another son in August 2019. Anthym Bliss Their daughter was born in January 2021. Armor Courage Karissa and Mandrae's son was born in February 2023. 'His life started in trials and trauma. And this amazing baby boy has never ceased to amaze me. He is so strong,' she captioned a 2024 Facebook video. 'He has been made for a purpose. He is so loved by us and by God. He is a daily reminder of God's faithfulness.' Arrow Chosen Their youngest son joined the family in August 2024. Solve the daily Crossword
