Mental health and substance use often co-occur. Integrated care—accurate diagnosis, personalized therapy, medication, trauma support, and peer connection—can break self-medication cycles and support lasting recovery.
Kate Winslet stars in Netflix’s 5-episode limited series “The Unheard, ” a vengeance drama about two sisters on the run after a revenge plot goes wrong. Written by Jack Thorne, directed by Mounia Akl. Filming starts next year.
As AI and data centers drain Earth’s resources, SpaceX and Blue Origin pitch orbital tech as solutions. Experts warn this “starwashing” hides risks like space junk and climate damage, distracting from Earth’s real problems.
Artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97 in Tokyo. A Dallas exhibition brings 160+ Pompeii artifacts to the US. A former Pussy Riot member says Russia forced her to spy on artists. Elizabeth Peyton faces a copyright suit.
Bitcoin opens Aug. 27, 2026 above $79K, its highest since June. Ethereum opens at $12. 5K, up 2. 6%, despite an early dip. Both show strong weekly and monthly gains despite yearly declines. Crypto credit cards offer crypto rewards.
Americans’ average FICO score remains steady at 714, but rising home, car, and credit card costs are squeezing budgets. Despite higher balances, delinquency rates remain stable or improve as many closely monitor their credit.
Data centers’ energy demand is surging, yet secrecy hinders grid planning and risks fossil fuel overbuilds. States are pausing incentives, demanding transparency, and pushing reliability standards for clean, affordable power as AI demand grows.
Jill Biden calls Joe a “hero” for stepping aside in 2024 amid pressure and health concerns. She says it was a difficult, personal decision. Kamala Harris replaced him but lost to Trump. Joe had initially planned to serve one term.
Country legend Dolly Parton, who shared a deep, complex love with late husband Carl Dean, passed away in 2025. President Trump called her “one of the greatest” and ordered flags lowered for a week. Her legacy lives
NYC City Hall fountain water tested low for lead at 1. 13 ppb: below legal limits, but not ideal. No PFAS detected. Lead comes mainly from old pipes, not source water. NYC is replacing lines and offers free testing.
Mortgage rates on 8/27/26 are mixed: 30-year fixed rose to 6. 57%, 15-year fixed is 5. 97%, while 5/1 ARMs fell to 6. 35%. Refinance rates vary, so compare lenders, rates, and fees before deciding.