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Many parents who send their kids to college want to know that their children will be in stable housing. A 2022 report that surveyed students at historically …
Read moreUniversity to use shipping containers to house students
Hawaii’s highest peaks are covered in snow. Images from Mauna Kea, a dormant volcano on the Big Island, show of snow covering the ground. The …
Students at Cambridge University in the U.K. are pushing to become a vegan-only campus. The Cambridge Students’ Union voted this week to initiate talks with …
If passed, a proposed bill in Florida would make it illegal for a dog to put its head out of the car window to enjoy …
Read moreProposed Florida bill wants to ban dogs from putting head out car windows
Today is Fat Tuesday and marks a day of celebration before the 40-day period of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday. In New Orleans, thousands will …
Read moreMardi Gras history: Fat Tuesday traditions actually date back centuries
Researchers from the University of Manchester have discovered a dinosaur’s footprint that is over three feet long belonging to a meat-eating tridactyl. The theropod’s footprint …
The United State Women’s National Team locked arms with members of the Canadian Women’s National Team Feb. 16 before the two squads faced each other …
Read moreU.S. women’s soccer team supports Canadian opponents in protest
Bruce Willis’ health is deteriorating, according to his family. Willis stepped away from acting last year after being diagnosed with aphasia, which was impacting his …
Read moreBruce Willis’ family says actor has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia
After holding onto the footage for nearly 37 years, the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution released a video this week of the first-ever visit to the …
Raquel Welch, an actress of television, film and stage, has died. The well-known model and entertainer was 82. Welch was known for her roles in …
Michael Jordan is marking his 60th birthday by making sure other people get a major gift. Make-A-Wish announced Feb. 15 that he is donating $10 …
Read moreMichael Jordan makes $10 million donation to Make-A-Wish
The Chiefs Kingdom added twins to the roster early Sunday morning. Christina Allegretti, the wife of Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Nick Allegretti, gave birth …
Read moreChristina Allegretti, wife of Chiefs’ offensive lineman, gives birth to twins
For more than 40 years, the students at Golden High School in Golden, Colorado, have been dancing to the classic Depeche Mode hit “Just Can’t …
Read moreHigh school has decades-old tradition with classic Depeche Mode song
Two of Disney’s most successful animated film franchises will be getting another sequel. CEO Bob Iger said fans can expect new “Toy Story” and “Frozen” …
Read moreDisney says ‘Toy Story’ and ‘Frozen’ sequels are in the works
As scientists calibrated the Webb Telescope’s Mid-Infrared Instrument, it “serendipitously” captured a small passing asteroid with great detail, surprising observers. The asteroid is said to …
Read moreWebb Telescope’s ‘failure’ results in capturing photobombing asteroid
LeBron James needed 36 points on Tuesday to catch Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the NBA’s all-time leader in points scored. Against the Oklahoma City Thunder, …
Read moreLeBron James is now the NBA’s all-time scoring king
The Food and Drug Administration is expected to reveal whether it has approved the first pill to treat postpartum depression later this year. Zuranolone is …
Read moreFirst pill to treat postpartum depression could be available this year
A 7.8 magnitude earthquake devastated parts of southeast Turkey and northern Syria early Monday. The death toll climbed to over 5,000 on Tuesday. Countries from …
Read moreHere’s how you can help the victims of the Turkey, Syria earthquake
Even from a young age, Bellen Woodard realized her voice could be a powerful tool in pointing out and helping to change social injustices. When …
Read moreThis young author is on a mission to make crayons more diverse
Fans of winter will be rooting for Punxsutawney Phil to crawl out of his burrow early Thursday morning on Groundhog Day to see his shadow, …
Read moreJust how accurate is Punxsutawney Phil on Groundhog Day?
You may hear a lot of people calling for Luna or Max the next time you’re at the dog park. Those were the top names …
Read moreThese are the most popular dog names of 2022, according to the American Kennel Club
John Legend is a proud papa once again. This week, the 44-year-old singer shared a photo of himself holding his newborn baby girl, Esti Maxine …
Read moreJohn Legend shares his first photo with new baby girl
Did you know that moose shed their antlers? Shedding, or “casting,” occurs each winter when male moose shed their antlers. But even though male cervids …
Read moreWatch this moose drop its antlers in front of a camera
Shortly after introducing a new character for the first time in 10 years and giving a makeover to their other “spokescandies,” M&M’s announced it was …
Paris Hilton is now a mom. The 41-year-old pop culture icon has just announced that she and her husband Carter Reum have welcomed a baby …
Read moreParis Hilton and her husband, Carter Reum, welcome a baby boy
You know the Airbus A380 — maybe even the Antonov AN-225 (RIP). Now it’s time to say hello to the newest, biggest bird in the …
Read moreWatch the world’s biggest plane, the Stratolaunch Roc, land after a test flight
Being kind to another person may have a bigger impact than one might think. In a set of studies, Amit Kumar, an assistant professor of …
Read moreSpreading kindness may have a bigger impact than you think
Family, friends and celebrities gathered at Graceland on Jan. 22 to honor the life of Lisa Marie Presley, who died unexpectedly on Jan. 12 at …
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Jan. 24 the nominees for this year’s Oscars. The winners will be announced on March …
Read moreThe full list: Which movies, actors were nominated for 2023 Academy Awards
Nicole Mann became the first Native American woman to complete a spacewalk. Mann conducted the spacewalk with Japanese astronaut Koichi Wakata on Friday. They spent …
Read moreNASA astronaut becomes first Native American woman to conduct spacewalk
TobyKeith has been dethroned as the world’s oldest dog, and another chihuahua mix has taken the title. Guinness World Records has named Spike, who lives …
Read moreSpike, the new world’s oldest dog, is a Chihuahua who lives on a farm and loves Doritos
From pregnancy gingivitis to prepartum hair loss and foot swelling, the miracle of life can take its toll on an expecting mom’s body. But did …
Read moreWhat is ‘pregnancy nose’? It’s a real thing, caused by hormonal changes
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Read more2021 Scripps Spelling Bee Champion Zaila Avant-garde to release 2 children’s books
Dolly Parton decided to celebrate her 77th birthday on Jan. 19 in her own selfless way. On her special day, Parton announced the release of …
Read moreDolly Parton celebrates 77th birthday with new song release
Molly Sampson got the Christmas gift of her dreams. The 9-year-old from Maryland wants to be a paleontologist, and she has a special interest in …
There’s growing evidence that an ingredient in many cold medicines isn’t relieving congestion. Phenylephrine has been proven to be safe, but at least four studies …
Read moreAn ingredient in common cold medicines may not actually relieve congestion
When “Titanic” first came out, in 1997, the average price of a movie ticket was $4.59. Internet cafes were a thing. Movies in 3D, with …
Read more‘Titanic’ will be in theaters for its 25th anniversary—in 3D
Was one of your New Year’s resolutions to eat more cookies? If so, you’re in luck. That’s because Tuesday was the start of the Girl …
Read moreGirl Scout Cookie season has started, and you can now get the new Raspberry Rally cookie
When you’re traveling, it’s fun to not only get an authentic taste of the local fare but to also see how the menus at chain …
Read moreUnique pizza toppings from around the world will make you rethink your next order
The celebration doesn’t have to stop just because you’ve rung in the new year. From monumental sporting events and a 17-day WorldPride festival happening in …
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Read moreHow to use your iPhone’s built-in white noise machine
Emojis are fixtures in text messages and social media. Researchers at Emojipedia say one in five tweets now include an emoji. Facebook Messenger users send an estimated 5 …
If you’re on social media at all, you’ve probably seen the term “nepo baby” tossed around. The label jumped in popularity in mid-December 2022 thanks …
Read moreWhat is a nepo baby, and why are you hearing this term everywhere?
Have you ever wanted to go see the northern lights? Planning an adventure to see one of nature’s most awesome spectacles might feel a bit …
Read moreYou don’t have to leave North America to see the northern lights