Last night's Grammys went beyond a celebration of music to become a celebration of the place where many head to "make it" in the industry: Los Angeles. The Recording Academy previously announced that the Grammys would be retooled to focus on the recent Southern California wildfires, and it delivered on that promise, by raising awareness and funds during the live show to benefit those affected by the natural disaster. "It's often said that in the darkest of times, the best of humanity shines through, and the people of Los Angeles right now are a perfect example of that," host Trevor Noah said in his opening monologue, telling audiences: "Despite all the devastation, the spirit of the city has emerged." Check out the winners list and a roundup of the best red carpet looks.
An iconic scene from When Harry Met Sally (you know the one) was re-created for a Super Bowl commercial — watch it here
Culture
Work-Life Balance Is More Important to Employees Than Salary, Survey Finds
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It's an age-old question (and especially topical for Severance fans): Do you prioritize your free time or money? More people are leaning toward the former nowadays, according to a report from an international recruitment company. After surveying 26,000 workers across 35 countries, Randstad found that work-life balance slightly outranked salary as a leading motivator when considering a job (83% vs. 82%) — a first in the company's 22-year history of conducting its annual review of the world of work. "Work today is about more than just a paycheck. Talent globally are looking for workplaces that align with their personal values, aspirations, and circumstances," said the company's chief executive Sander van 't Noordende. He added: "Compensation is still important but talent today have multifaceted expectations." Other notable takeaways: Most people surveyed want their workplace to provide a sense of community, and 55% noted they were willing to quit if they feel they don't belong, up from last year's 37%. "A sense of belonging is now more important than ever before," the study noted.
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Novel Non-Opioid Painkiller With "Great Promise" Approved by the FDA
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Last week, the Food and Drug Administration approved a new medication for acute pain that fills a gap in pain management. Think: a step between over-the-counter medicines like Advil and opioidslike OxyContin. Unlike opioids, which are highly addictive, suzetrigine (brand name Journavx) is "no different than Tylenol or ibuprofen in terms of addiction potential," Cleveland Clinic pain management specialist Dr. Richard Rosenquist told NBC News. He added that the new drug also doesn't stimulate opioid receptors or produce feelings of euphoria. Instead, it works as a sodium channel blocker — stopping pain signals from reaching the brain in the first place. In one clinical trial, patients took the drug after tummy tuck or bunion surgeries and reported about a 50% reduction in their pain after 48 hours. In another, 82% of surgical patients and 91% of nonsurgical patients said suzetrigine was good, very good, or excellent at treating their acute pain. While there are still questions, many experts agree the potential is there. "I think in acute pain this drug has great promise," said Michael Schatman, with NYU's Grossman School of Medicine. "This is something that could be opioid-sparing, and we need more tools in our armory for pain."
Humanity
Reading Material: Libraries Help Us Feel Better About Ourselves and the World
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Here's a bit of fun news to check out this Monday morning: A recent study confirmed libraries really do make life better — and in more ways than even the most avid bibliophile might expect, Literary Hub reports. Researchers with the New York Public Library surveyed 1,974 users to see how visiting the library affected their overall well-being. The response was overwhelmingly positive, with the vast majority reporting that library visits contribute to their personal growth and make them more empathetic and optimistic about the world. As one patron said, "It offers us hope that we can do something, that we can make a change, that we can advance." Somewhat like a runner's high for readers,92% of respondents also reported feeling calm or peaceful after visiting a library. Those good vibes even extend to e-only users, with 58% reporting a sense of optimism from digital library interactions (looking at you, Libby enthusiasts). Perhaps most moving, though, is that the positive well-being impacts were found to be highest in lower income communities, with 73% of those surveyed in lower income zip codes reporting that the library positively affects their "feeling that there are people who really care about them."
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Inspiring Story
Heartfelt message heard, loud and clear
An American Airlines pilot deeply understood that his passengers may be more anxious about flying in the wake of the devastating D.C. plane crash. So he went on the loudspeaker to offer a very thoughtful message. "I have no higher calling than carefully and professionally transporting you today," he said.
Photo of the Day
Oakland Zoo
Last week, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife rescued three orphaned mountain lion cubs and brought them to the Oakland Zoo for rehabilitation. Two of the adorable trio — named Fern, Thistle, and Spruce — are pictured here. See more photos.
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