Lost in the headlines about the presidential election and the stock market meltdown is the fact that October is the month dedicated to controlling domestic violence The irony is that the financial shock waves are likely to increase the prevalence of abuse

Across the United States and around the world, the effects of the financial crisis continue to spread – foreclosures are widespread, banks are being taken over, stock markets are erratic, credit is frozen and bankruptcies are increasing No one can predict with certainty the long-term effects on the economy, but most pundits agree that this collapse will not right itself in the near future

The news media thrive on streaming information - and gossip - about the exploits of high visibility couples The general public has been well informed about the infidelity of John Edwards, the visits to call girls by Eliot Spitzer, the on-going splits of Hollywood couples

This year's Presidential and Vice-Presidential election spotlights the important contributions made by women in our society - be they single or married, mothers or not, young or old, rich or poor, from big cities or small towns, in high-powered careers or down-to-earth jobs The women in this election season are as exciting and controversial as any male candidates have ever been

The full range of female athletes on the 2008 Olympic teams makes it clear that age and family responsibilities are not the barriers to participation in the Games they used to be Stories from Beijing highlight the courage and resolve of the mothers of the world - as they demonstrate their athletic prowess and win gold or silver medals

This summer, billions of fans are watching athletes from around the world compete in the Beijing Olympics With political controversy and global tensions currently running rampant, these diverse games reflect the delicate balance between reality and entertainment

With the high price of gasoline, are you thinking of canceling your vacation trip This summer more and more Sandwiched Boomers are reducing their carbon footprint by taking "staycations" with their families