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Boomers have a drug problem, but not the kind you might think

Baby boomers – that’s anyone born in the U.S. between 1946 and 1964 – are 20% of the population, more than 70 million Americans. Decades ago, many in that generation experimented with drugs that were both recreational and illegal. … more

Laurie Archbald-Pannone, University of Virginia, The Conversation | 5/20/24

Since the first cellphone came out in the '80s, how have they changed?

Spokeo dove into news sources like CNN, data from researchers like Pew Research Center, and online encyclopedias to uncover the history of cellphones. more

Jessica Reyes | 5/15/24

Wildfire smoke is back – fires burning across Canada are already triggering US air quality alerts in the Midwest and Plains

Dozens of wildfires are burning across Canada in May 2024 and sending unhealthy smoke blowing into the northern U.S. again. At the same time, the southeastern U.S. is getting smoke from Mexico, where … more

Charles O. Stanier, University of Iowa; Gregory Carmichael, University of Iowa, and Peter S. Thorne, University of Iowa, The Conversation | 5/14/24

7 things your dog wants you to know about separation anxiety

(BPT) - Have you ever looked at your dog’s big sweet eyes and wondered, “What is going on inside your head?” If your answer is yes, you’re not alone. While your dog … more

5/14/24

Is AI as capable as humans? Here's how far artificial intelligence has come.

Image generation is just one area in which AI use is exploding. Verbit used data from academic research to see how AI is progressing. more

Wade Zhou | 5/13/24

A jacket, a coin, a letter − relics of Omaha Beach battle tell the story of D-Day 80 years later

Between the villages of Vierville-sur-Mer and Sainte-Honorine-des-Pertes in Normandy, France, is a 5-mile stretch of beach that was once called Côte d’Or, or “golden coast.” … more

Frank A. Blazich Jr., Smithsonian Institution, The Conversation | 5/10/24

Governments are scrambling to control AI

Artificial intelligence has lawmakers concerned. Verbit analyzed news and government reports to see what laws are being passed to regulate AI. more

Wade Zhou | 5/10/24

Adaris Rivera, a community leader who found hope and help with her mental health while living in a rural area.

Tips For Improving Mental Health

(NAPSI)—When it comes to mental health, many people across the U.S. have experienced their share of challenges–but help may be at hand. The Problem The issue is especially concerning in … more

5/10/24

La Niña is coming, raising the chances of a dangerous Atlantic hurricane season – an atmospheric scientist explains this climate phenomenon

One of the big contributors to the record-breaking global temperatures over the past year – El Niño – is nearly gone, and its opposite, La Niña, is on the way. Whether that’s a relief or not depends in part on where you live. … more

Pedro DiNezio, University of Colorado Boulder, The Conversation | 5/9/24

America's 10 Most Amazing Shelter Dog Makeovers Unleashed

(BPT) - May marks National Pet Month, and it's a time to celebrate the love and companionship our furry friends bring into our lives; however, let's not forget about the dogs still awaiting their … more

5/8/24

How much should college students take out in student loans?

Experian explains that borrowing for student loans is a personal decision based on a student's situation, needs and opportunities. more

Ben Luthi | 5/7/24

How does the brain think?

Have you ever wondered how your brain creates thoughts or why something randomly popped into your head? It may seem like magic – but actually the brain is like a supercomputer inside your head that helps you think, learn and make decisions. more

Jennifer Robinson, Auburn University, The Conversation | 5/6/24

8 ways you can start investing today

Magnifi explains eight investment assets and shares historical market data to get you started investing. more

Natalie P. McNeal | 5/3/24

The new sports and events you'll see at the 2024 Paris Olympics

Breakdancing will debut as an Olympic sport at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics. Stacker examines the new sports and events to look for. more

Jill Jaracz | 5/2/24

5 great momcation destinations to visit in 2024

Way.com guides moms to five U.S. destinations for perfect momcations on Mother's Day or any day they need a much-needed break from the demands of motherhood. more

Renee Martin | 5/1/24

20 iconic rock songs written on the spot

Stacker compiled a list of 20 iconic rock songs written on the spot, consulting historical records, music charts, and magazine interviews. more

Colleen Kilday | 5/1/24

Honor Mothers by Improving Maternal Health Care

(BPT) - On Mother’s Day, we celebrate moms across the U.S., and their journey to and through motherhood that can be beautiful, messy, and sometimes overwhelming. From gathering information … more

5/1/24

Ranking the biggest NFL Draft busts of the last 30 years

BestOdds.com ranks the 10 biggest NFL Draft disappointments of the past three decades. more

Thomas Snodgrass | 4/29/24

7 Reasons Renting an RV Should Be On Every Family’s Summer Bucket List

(NewsUSA) - Summer vacations with the family are the stuff of lifetime memories, funny stories, and learning experiences. A family trip in a recreational vehicle (RV) can be the ultimate adventure, … more

4/28/24

How bird flu virus fragments get into milk sold in stores, and what the spread of H5N1 in cows means for the dairy industry and milk drinkers

The discovery of fragments of avian flu virus in about 20% of milk samples from stores in initial testing across the U.S. suggests that the H5N1 virus may be more widespread in U.S. dairy cattle than previously realized. … more

Noelia Silva del Rio, University of California, Davis; Richard V. Pereira, University of California, Davis; Robert B. Moeller, University of California, Davis; Terry W. Lehenbauer, University of California, Davis, and Todd Cornish, University of Californi | 4/26/24