A suspicious smell is ruining a popular vacation spot in California, once a favorite stop of A-list celebrities like Rock Hudson, Frank Sinatra, and Jerry Lee Lewis. One of the lar
As the fight against climate change continues, more people, companies, and governments are turning toward alternative energy sources, such as solar panels, in the hopes of saving o
Around 1% of the world’s population lives on the autism spectrum. That’s over 75 million people, right now, and more are being diagnosed every single year. Scientists around the wo
Vacationers unwinding at Lepi, a harborside taverna in the bustling Greek port of Volos, are usually treated to a glass of ouzo and a selection of grilled octopus and stuffed peppe
Invasive species can wreak havoc on natural ecosystems and cost governments millions. Once they’ve invaded, getting rid of these pesky plants and animals is undoubtedly a challenge
Scientists have long wondered why a select percentage of humans have blue eyes. Extensive research has been conducted to determine if it was an evolutionary benefit, a genetic muta
More than 55 million people worldwide are currently living with dementia, and sadly, the majority of those people will eventually die from dementia-related causes. Because dementia
The vast majority of people are scared to die, whether it’s because they don’t know what happens after, they’re scared to leave loved ones behind, or most often, because they simpl
Ask anyone and they will likely tell you a completely different year that they consider a person “old.” However, researchers have recently conducted a study to find out what age ol
The owners of a landfill in a small town in rural Michigan have decided to start processing several kinds of radioactive waste. While financially beneficial for the landfill, the d
According to a recent financial audit, Washington state has lost more than $1.5 billion in tax dollars because so many parents cannot pay for childcare costs. For most families, th
Millions of Americans live with disabilities, and for many, these disabilities hinder or completely prevent them from working. This is where Social Security Disability Insurance (S
Although the country can vary drastically in the type of weather it receives, nothing has been more downright confusing than the news report from the past week. From flash floods t
The last weekend of summer travel will likely cause a large uptick in COVID-19 cases across California and other popular tourist destinations in the country. Throughout the summer,
A recent discovery in South America's rainforests brings exciting news for chocolate enthusiasts. According to Phys.org, researchers have identified three new species that are "clo
After decades of battling with rising homelessness in the area, Long Beach, California, will finally start to fine and arrest homeless people living in illegal campsites around the
West Nile virus, a mosquito-borne disease, has made its presence felt in California, with 19 cases and three deaths reported so far in 2024. Two of these deaths occurred recently i
Thanks to its gorgeous beaches, perfect weather, a wide variety of outdoor activities, and accessibility for seniors, Florida has long been considered the perfect state for retirem
Covering more than 3.8 million square miles, including thousands of miles of coastland, gorgeous mountains, vast farmlands, and thousands upon thousands of miles of rivers, the Uni
Those born between 1946 and 1964 are considered the Baby Boomer generation. While many younger people see Boomers as having it all, the truth is that they have their fair share of
For centuries, farmers in the north-western state of Bihar in India have painstakingly grown and harvested an incredible superfood known as makhanas. However, in recent years, thes
Last week, Alaska's capital city, Juneau, declared a state of emergency when flooding displaced thousands of residents. Now, Another disaster has crippled part of the northern stat
Around 25% of all American retirees decide to cross state lines to find the perfect home for their final chapter. Of course, many states across the US are considered idyllic for re
California is preparing for another potential "water war" as Governor Gavin Newsom takes steps to secure the state's water supply. Amidst federal and state negotiations over a mass
Scientists have been desperately trying to understand the human brain for centuries. In fact, even with modern medicine and technology what they are today, scientists still don’t f
Scientists have long understood that even though Neanderthals technically went extinct around 40,000 years ago, they live on today in human DNA. In fact, up to 2% of the DNA in eve
While McDonald’s is unquestionably a staple in both American cuisine and culture, many people don’t realize that the fast food chain has a wildly rich history. Technically, the fir
More than 55 million people around the world are currently living with some form of dementia; the degenerative diseases affect one’s memory, thinking, and even the ability to perfo
As far as we know, Earth is the only planet, at least in our galaxy, with life. Consequently, we can assume that life is fairly rare and exceptionally hard to create. Although scie
Officials at a Northern California hospital reportedly informed the family of a 31-year-old woman that she had checked out. In reality, she had died and her body was kept in cold s
California just reached a milestone that was once thought impossible to achieve. For 100 full days, the state's entire power grid was fueled by renewable energy for some minutes. A
A Florida-based physician is facing disciplinary probation and possible action after a colonoscopy went horribly wrong. Florida health officials say that the doctor performed a col
For more than five decades, McDonald’s has been one of, if not the most prominent, fast food chains on the planet. Now, the company has decided to expand its wildly successful empi
There is certainly still a widespread debate regarding the reality and intensity of climate change. However, those who still don’t believe that climate change is happening only nee
A growing body of scientific data shows that microscopic pieces of plastic have begun appearing in almost every human organ, including the brain. Research on twenty-four brain samp
Millions of people in Texas have been told to avoid driving in certain cities to help fight high ozone pollution. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) issued severa
As COVID-19 cases continue to rise across the country, a new vaccine update is set to be approved by the FDA. With the upcoming winter months expected to bring a surge in cases, ex
Chick-Fil-A is making a bold entrance into the entertainment industry with ambitious plans to roll out a series of original content on its own streaming platform. Sources from Dead
For decades, Florida has been considered an idyllic paradise for retired Americans. From the gorgeous beaches to affordable condos, perfect weather all year round, and no retiremen
A massive meteor shower will be visible this weekend and NASA officials have some surprising news for those hoping to see the dazzling sight. The Perseid meteor shower, which will