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Give your aging wood deck a composite makeover

(BPT) - Of the more than 60 million decks in the U.S., it is estimated that 50% are “past their useful life” and in need of repair or replacement, according to a report by the North … more

7/19/24 08:01 AM

How to savor summer with these deliciously sweet treats

(BPT) - Summer is all about having fun experiences and enjoying special moments with friends and family, so why not sweeten those memories with some extra tasty treats? Indulge in chocolate taste … more

7/19/24 07:01 AM

Dr. Calm's Expert Advice for Mastering Election Stress

(NewsUSA) - Stress continues to permeate the lives of many people worldwide, and data shows that 80% of chronic diseases have roots in stress, according to Kiran Dintyala, MD, a physician also known … more

7/19/24 12:00 AM

Helping Wishes take flight: How one pilot made a difference

(BPT) - When American Airlines Captain Matthew Asdel's son was diagnosed with cancer 20 years ago, Make-A-Wish® made it possible for him to go on a Disney cruise. His son, now 24, is working on … more

7/18/24 11:01 PM

These innovations will make your Games-watching experience gold medal worthy

(BPT) - What kind of fan of the Olympics are you? Love following specific sports, cheering favorite athletes, or just love taking in the spectacle and ambience of the host country? No matter what you … more

7/18/24 11:01 PM

Ready for school? Here's your ultimate back-to-school toolkit

(BPT) - No matter how old your child is, the back-to-school transition is always exciting, busy and sometimes stressful. Moving from less scheduled summer days to a regular routine takes planning, as … more

7/18/24 02:01 PM

Most popular late-night hosts of all time

Reviving the late-night wars, Stacker compiled a list of the 20 most popular late-night hosts in the genre's history using survey data from YouGov. more

Madison Troyer | 7/18/24 02:00 PM

Going to extremes: How Olympians vying for the gold in Paris contend with climate change

Stacker used NOAA data to track a changing climate's impact on the Summer Olympics, exploring efforts to reduce the Games' carbon footprint and protect athletes. more

Jill Jaracz, Data Work By Emma Rubin | 7/18/24 01:30 PM

Average student loan debt declines in 2024

Experian takes a look at student loan debt and at how forgiveness programs have helped in many cases. more

Chris Horymski | 7/18/24 12:00 PM

5 simple steps to transform your bathroom into a summer spa-like sanctuary

(BPT) - When faced with long, activity-filled summer days, do you find yourself retreating to the bathroom to get some peace and breathing room away from the kids, roommates and the stress of daily … more

7/18/24 11:25 AM

This state is testing a model to add more civility to politics

Next City reports that Minnesota's Civility Caucus is helping to develop fertile ground for understanding and collaboration across the aisle of the state legislature. more

Cinnamon Janzer for Next City | 7/18/24 11:00 AM

The South was the center of rural population growth last year

The Daily Yonder reports on last year's American rural population growth, with 90% happening in the South. more

Sarah Melotte for The Daily Yonder | 7/18/24 10:00 AM

Redesigned envelope leads to fewer rejected ballots, but new issue arises

Votebeat reports that while fewer mail-in ballots were rejected in Pennsylvania's 2023 primary election due to an envelope redesign, a new glitch has emerged. more

Carter Walker for Votebeat | 7/18/24 09:00 AM

Expertly manage the back-to-school bustle

(BPT) - With the school year just around the corner, it’s time to start preparing for an exciting season of educational growth, evening sports games and school lunches. All busy parents know … more

7/18/24 08:45 AM

5 Things You Need to Know About Fatty Liver Disease

(BPT) - For nearly 25% of Americans living with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, a more serious condition is silently progressing. Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis, or NASH, is a dangerous form of … more

7/18/24 08:01 AM

Considering homeschooling? Here are helpful resources

(BPT) - If you've been thinking about homeschooling your children — or you're already doing so — you're not alone. According to the Washington Post, homeschooling has continued to surge … more

7/18/24 05:01 AM

ABANDONED AT BIRTH Paints Vivid Portrait of the Detachment and Longing of an Adopted Child

(NewsUSA) - It’s stunning to realize that only 10 states make birth records available to American-born adoptees and their biological parents. For adult adoptees born in the 20th century era of … more

7/18/24 12:00 AM

5 health benefits of honey you may not know

Elvish Honey uncovered five lesser-known health benefits of honey using various scientific studies, medical journals, and news coverage. more

Andrea Richards | 7/17/24 03:30 PM

A stoner's guide to summer travel: Where you can, and definitely should not, consume weed

Stacker analyzed recreational weed legalization statuses across the U.S. and abroad, using data from DISA and the World Population Review. more

Paxtyn Merten | 7/17/24 03:00 PM

How access to opioid treatments is growing across the country

Ophelia used CDC data to map the growing distribution of common medications that prevent opioid overdoses and treat substance use disorders. more

Colleen Kilday, Data Work By Paxtyn Merten | 7/17/24 02:30 PM

How financially literate are your kids?

(BPT) - It's not surprising that many young people today are concerned and even uneasy about their financial futures. The era of a global pandemic, a shaky economy, inflation, high interest rates and … more

7/17/24 02:05 PM

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Announces Historic Gift from Andrea and Anthony Melchiorre to Support New Cancer Center

(BPT) - Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center (CBMC), an RWJBarnabas Health facility, has received a visionary gift of $30 million from Andrea and Anthony Melchiorre to support the new multidisciplinary … more

7/17/24 02:01 PM