Birmingham, Alabama
Coverage of Birmingham, Alabama in the Nexus archive.
- Regions Financial: Q2 Earnings Snapshot
Regions Financial Corp. reported second-quarter earnings of $570 million, or 64 cents per share, exceeding Wall Street expectations. The company's revenue net of interest expense was $1.91 billion, below forecasts of $1.95 billion.
- Some paid the ultimate price to enact voting rights. Their survivors see America turning backward
Survivors of family members who died in the fight for voting and civil rights, such as Viola Liuzzo and Denise McNair, express concern as the Supreme Court's decisions have dismantled key provisions of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. They highlight the erasure of protections for minority voting rights and the rapid changes in state legislatures following recent rulings.
- Trivia Nights, Valentine’s Cards: Overlooked Social Connections Can Prevent Suicide
The article highlights how social connections, such as community activities, can prevent suicide, as emphasized by Steve Siple, who has experienced suicidal thoughts and lost family members to suicide. Research shows loneliness is a significant risk factor, leading to increased suicide rates, particularly among older adults and youths. Advocates are pushing for public policy solutions to address social isolation as part of suicide prevention efforts.