Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Family & Lifestyle Journalist

Chantel is a creative writer, foster for local animal welfare, and mom to 2 young girls who inspire her with their wisdom beyond years, always keeping her on her toes!

The discovery of hidden ‘kill switches’ in American solar farms has raised critical questions about the security of renewable energy infrastructure. These devices, embedded in power inverters manufactured by Chinese companies, are capable of remotely disabling solar installations. This revelation has ignited concerns about potential vulnerabilities in the energy grid. Experts warned that such components...

Deron Wells, a 59-year-old husband and father of three, was prepared to embark on a cross-country journey for a groundbreaking double-lung transplant when his insurance company abruptly denied coverage. Battling stage 4 lung cancer, Wells had been medically approved for the transplant. He was part of a clinical trial at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago. However,...

In May 2025, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost made history as Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first American to ascend to the papacy. As the world celebrates this monumental event, a surprising topic has emerged: the pope’s salary. While his role carries spiritual and symbolic significance, questions about his financial compensation have intrigued both the faithful...

In the world of philanthropy, funding sources often include grants, donations, or investments. But for Catherine Schweitzer, the executive director of the Baird Foundation in Buffalo, New York, a unique and steady income stream sets her organization apart: royalties from the sale of Listerine. Every year, the nonprofit earns approximately $120,000 in passive income from...