According to the results of a study conducted by the Association for Sustainable Democracy (Alda) in Iceland and U.K.-based thinktank Autonomy, the four-day workweek, as …
Read moreIceland’s 4-day workweek trial improved employee well-being with no loss in productivity
Colorado resident Rita Stoker Click and her friend and Virginia native Teresa Twine McNease became pen pals in 1971. There was something about their friendship …
Read moreA pair of pen pals met in person for the first time in 50 years
Journalists are known for long nights and working tirelessly to get the story that will capture the world’s attention, but sometimes it’s all about being …
The City of Newark, New Jersey, paid tribute to George Floyd on June 16 when officials unveiled a larger-than-life statue in his honor. The 700-lb. …
Read moreNewark unveils larger-than-life statue of George Floyd
Summer is here, and if you don’t have all your pool and lake accessories yet, it’s not too late. In fact, there’s a new giant …
Read moreThis fun float will turn your beach days into disco parties
A University of California San Diego student is going viral on social media for her graduation pictures, taken to honor her parents. Jennifer Rocha, from …
Read moreCollege grad honors parents with graduation pictures in farm fields where they work
Five years after a deadly attack against the LGBTQ+ community, President Joe Biden announced he will sign a bill designating the Pulse nightclub in Orlando …
A Utah cemetery is home to a headstone that is gaining notoriety around the world thanks to photos posted online. Aside from birth and death dates …
Read moreWoman’s headstone is engraved with her signature fudge recipe
A Michigan woman is being hailed a hero for saving three children drowning near a beach pier on Lake Michigan. Alyssa Dewitt, who is five …
Read morePregnant mother pulled 3 drowning children from Lake Michigan
White House history was made on May 26, when principal deputy press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre became the first openly gay person to lead the White …
In a very real way, the words we use every day can reinforce racist stereotypes, even if that is not our intention. American language is …
For the first time in the history of the 143-year-old news organization, a woman has been named executive editor of The Washington Post. Veteran journalist …
Read moreThe Washington Post just named the first-ever woman to run its newsroom
Have you used a rideshare service recently and noticed that it took longer than usual for your car to arrive? You’re not imagining it. There’s …
Read moreWhy it might be taking longer to get an Uber or Lyft now
Noah Bryant really loves SpongeBob Squarepants popsicles, and that’s now really unfortunate for his mother. The 4-year-old accidentally bought over $2,600 in the popsicles on …
Read moreMom on hook after son orders $2,600 in SpongeBob popsicles on Amazon
The high school prom is typically a highlight in a teenager’s life. It’s a chance to dress up, celebrate with friends and dance the night …
Read moreLesbian couple breaks barriers by being voted prom king and queen
How safe is the color of your child’s swimsuit? If you’re like many parents, you probably choose your kids’ swimsuits based on style, price and …
Summertime cooking is all about simplicity and easy cleanup. No one wants to spend hours washing up dishes when they could be outside enjoying the …
Read moreLow country boil foil packs are a delicious dinner with minimal cleanup
Here is some good news: 76% of people who describe themselves as religious say that they support gay and lesbian rights, according to a recent …
Read morePoll suggests 76% of Americans across most religions support LGBTQ equality
The English language is an odd and funny thing. I should know. I studied English as my major and taught the subject to high school …
Read more10 commonly misused phrases you might be saying wrong
Disney announced it is making major changes to the “Disney Look” worn by theme park employees, who are known as “cast members” in Disney lingo. …
Read moreThe ‘Disney Look’: Disney is relaxing their appearance guidelines for park employees
When you’re involved in a romantic relationship, it’s always important to keep an eye out for the subtle things that can drain the happiness out …
In 2019, Taylor Swift announced plans to rerecord all of her albums. Now, the first of Swift’s newly rerecorded albums is here! Swift has rerecorded …
It was an emotional day in the halls of University of Michigan’s CS Mott Children’s Hospital on March 24, when a longtime beloved patient finally …
Read moreBaby with heart condition leaves hospital after nearly 700 days
A Michigan family is soaking in the moments with their newborn daughter Sophia after she unexpectedly made her way into the world earlier this week …
Read moreCouple delivers baby early, breeched, and on the side of the road
Charmine Davis is one of the millions of mothers with a teenager who drives. Parents of teen drivers all experience some mix of pride in …
Read moreMom created app to protect Black drivers who are pulled over by police
Throughout the pandemic, package delivery services such as UPS, FedEx and USPS have been working harder than ever before. Many people have turned to online …
When it comes to wrapping gifts, you’ll generally find two camps. Some people glide scissors through wrapping paper with ease and have mastered the art …
Read moreViral video shows ‘correct’ way to close a gift bag
If you’re ready to shake off your winter blues and look ahead to the summer, Sam’s Club is already offering up the perfect warm-weather accessory: …
The emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic brought a focus to our nation’s health as we’ve all worked to contain the spread of the virus. But, …
Read moreWays to support the Asian American community right now
Have you ever noticed that some Coca-Cola bottles have yellow caps this time of year? It’s not just a random change in design — there …
The last decade saw some interesting trends in where Americans are choosing to live. Cold weather is apparently out, as cities across the North saw …
Read moreThe fastest growing cities everyone wants to move to
When Amazon quietly removed the book “When Harry Became Sally: Responding to the Transgender Moment” from its platform, the gesture did not go unnoticed by …
Read moreAmazon is pulling all books that treat LGBTQ+ identities as mental illnesses
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When Crystal Sauser’s husband died after a two-year battle with cancer, she was devastated. However, she channeled her grief into a funny and touching obituary …
Read moreWoman’s funny, touching obituary for her ‘Dead sexy’ husband is going viral
Country music’s lack of diversity and inclusion isn’t a new talking point, but it’s been under the spotlight in recent weeks following the Morgan Wallen …
Read moreMarren Morris, Rissi Palmer and other country stars discuss racism in the music industry
California has introduced a bill to make kids‘ sections in large department stores gender-neutral. If it passes, childcare items like clothing and toys would be …
Read moreProposed California bill would make kids’ sections in stores gender-neutral
MacKenzie Scott, the ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, has remarried. The 50-year-old philanthropist married Seattle teacher Dan Jewett. Jewett is a science teacher at …
Read moreMacKenzie Scott, billionaire ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, has remarried
After watching his 12-year-old daughter Ruby struggle to find bikini bottoms that made her feel both comfortable and confident as a transgender girl, Toronto dad …
Read moreFather-daughter duo designed a swimwear line for trans girls
The problem with many of the “secret menu” Starbucks drinks is that they can pack a high-calorie punch. If you’re trying to be more health-conscious …
Read moreHow to order a 50-calorie Nutella cold brew at Starbucks
Do you remember when the pandemic first began last year? Walking through the store and seeing the ransacked shelves felt so surreal, like we were …
Read moreZombie apocalypse: Why the CDC shared tips for preparing for one
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Read moreSherwin-Williams has a new line of sanitizing paint that can keep your home cleaner
Serena Williams is taking mommy-and-me fashion to the next level with her latest Stuart Weitzman campaign. The 39-year-old Golden Slam champion posed with her daughter, …
Read moreSerena Williams and daughter Olympia pose together in new fashion campaign
A U.K. hospital has taken a big step toward greater inclusivity by publishing guidelines around gender-neutral language for its maternity unit, with chief nurse Carolyn …
After more than 30 years, Harry Shearer will no longer be the voice of the popular “The Simpsons” character Dr. Julius Hibbert. Shearer is being …
Read moreDr. Hibbert on ‘The Simpsons’ will now be voiced by a Black actor
Most of us use global positioning system (GPS) technology in one way or another on a regular basis — to add a location to social …
Read moreMeet Gladys West, the Black woman who developed GPS technology
In these socially distant times, we’re missing out on many great moments of connection and celebration that we typically take for granted. Like Mardi Gras, …
Read morePreschoolers put on Mardi Gras parade for senior home residents
In a push to use more inclusive terminology for immigrants, the Biden administration is pushing officials to drop the word “alien” in favor of “noncitizen” …
Read moreBiden administration to end use of the term ‘illegal alien’
Michael Landon is a beloved Hollywood icon thanks to the decades he spent starring in television series like “Bonanza,” “Little House on the Prairie” and …
The apple didn’t fall far from the tree when it comes to Dani Rucker. The 19-year-old New York University student shares her father Darius Rucker’s …
Read moreDarius Rucker sang a duet with his daughter and they sound amazing together
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Read moreBlack country singers call out industry racism on heels of Morgan Wallen incident
In less than a century, Las Vegas has established itself as one of the world’s most iconic hubs of nightlife and entertainment. The Nevada city …