Lauren Wellbank
Freelance WriterLocation: Lehigh Valley, PALauren Wellbank is a freelance writer living in the Lehigh Valley area of Pennsylvania with her husband, three kids, and dog. She enjoys spending as much time as she can with her family, and can often be found coaching her kids in their various sports teams. When she's not volunteering within her community, she can be found tending to her plants in her yard.
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Chikungunya Virus Prompts Travel Warnings for Popular Travel Destination
Mosquitoes are being blamed for a chikungunya outbreak in Seychelles, prompting a Level 2 Travel Advisory to be issued for the region.
Report Shows Dog Food Tests Positive for High Levels of Heavy Metals and Carcinogens
An independent investigation into popular dog foods shows that some brands contain high levels of heavy metals and cancer causing ingredients.
Officials Find a Massive Bulge in Yellowstone, Suggesting Volcanic Activity
There appears to be a massive bulge forming along Yellowstone's caldera, indicating activity within the supervolcano's magma chamber.
Actress Bijou Phillips Shares Desperate Plea for Kidney Transplant
Bijou Phillips announces that she is in desperate need of a kidney transplant after revealing that she had been hospitalized and put on dialysis.
How Can You Test Your Water for PFAS?
Curious how to test your water for PFAS? It may actually be easier than you think thanks to widespread labs that can perform the diagnostics.
“Natural” Sweetener Found To Have Potential Risks in Surprising Study
Erythritol, a naturally occurring sugar substitute, may be associated with an increased stroke risk, according to a new study of the low-calorie option.
Everything We Know About Nancy Guthrie’s Grandchildren
Who are Nancy Guthrie's grandchildren? While everyone knows about her famous daughter, Savannah, less is known about her grandkids.
A New Frog Has Been Discovered in the Cloud Forests of Peru
A new frog species has been discovered in Peru named, Oreobates shunkusacha. The species was immediately registered as an at-risk population.
Study Raises Concerns About Vapes and Secondhand Smoke
Can you get secondhand smoke from vapes and e-cigarettes? A study shows the potential concerns facing people who breath in secondhand vape smoke.
Understanding the Indestructible Nature of Australia's Money
Is Australian money plastic? Understanding what Australia's cash currency is made from that allows it to be waterproof and longer lasting.
RFK Jr Plans To Make Major Changes to the Childhood Vaccine Schedule
Sources say Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is preparing to change the mandatory childhood vaccine schedule during a two-day meeting in December.
Bethenny Frankel Gives Fans a Scary Update About Her Health
Bethenny Frankel announced that she has been diagnosed with stage II kidney disease on social media, telling her fans to get their bloodwork checked.
Everything You Need To Know About the Glyphosate Found in Bread
What is glyphosate bread? Understanding the results of a Florida-based test that uncovered pesticides in several different types of breads.
Want To Shop TrumpRx? Here’s What You Need To Know
What drugs are on TrumpRx? Inside Donald Trump's prescription platform, including what you need to know about insurance requirements before you shop.
A 22-Year-Old’s Family Is Still Searching After He Went Missing in Yellowstone in 2024
Austin King went missing while visiting Yellowstone in 2024. The hiker's family is still looking for an update on where he is and whether he's alive.
This Is the Best Time To See the Northern Lights in Alaska
When can you see the Northern Lights in Alaska? The state has an aurora forecast that has information on the best time to view the lights.
See the Mesmerizing Footage of a Rare Giant Phantom Jellyfish
Scientist off the coast of Argentina are reeling after a rare giant jellyfish sighting. The underwater footage offers a stunning look at the creature.
The Death of Savannah Guthrie's Father Resurfaces Amid Search for Mom
How did Savannah Guthrie's father pass away? The patriarch of the Guthrie family died at the age of 49, when Savannah was just 16-years-old.
Celine Dion Shares a Rare Health Update About Her Condition
Celine Dion issued a rare health update about how she's managing her Stiff Person Syndrome, a neurological condition she has been facing since 2022.
A Poacher Is Believed To Have Killed a Beloved Yellowstone Wolf
Yellowstone is grieving after a poacher is believed to have shot and killed a prominent wolf from the park's most famous pack on Christmas day.
A USPS Driver Is Fighting for His Job After Posting About Being Forced To Work in a Winter Storm
A USPS mail deliver driver is sharing the story about how he put his life on the line to drive during a winter storm, when there was no work to be done.
Florida’s Weather Now Includes Falling Iguanas, but What Makes the Reptiles Freeze?
Why do iguanas freeze? The reptiles have been seen falling from trees as temperatures drop in regions where they live, creating dangerous conditions.
Punxsutawney Phil May Be the Most Famous, but He’s Not the Only Groundhog
How many groundhogs are there for Groundhog Day? While we may all watch Phil in Pennsylvania, he's not the only one making weather predictions.
Is Purple a Real Color? Science Says “Maybe Not”
Is purple a real color? Scientists think everything we've ever believed about the color purple may not be true due to the shade's wavelength.
Scientists May Have Found a Cure for Pancreatic Cancer
Scientists say they may have found a cure for pancreatic cancer after tests performed on lab rats show promising results without major side effects.
Is That a Dragon on Google Maps? The 2026 Leviathan Conspiracy Explained
In 2026, a massive snow and ice storm prompted people to share a conspiracy theory about a Leviathan and the government's weather-related coverup.
Fans of Bruce Willis Search for Answers About His Condition, Life Expectancy
What is Bruce Willis' life expectancy after being diagnosed with aphasia and frontotemporal dementia and how is his family coping with his condition?
The Family of Missing Hiker Chris Palmer Shares a Sad Update About His Beloved Dog
Was Chris Palmer's dog found? The family of the missing North Carolina man has shared an update about what they think happened to them both.
Yale Will Now Offer Free Tuition for Students Whose Families Make Less Than $200K a Year
Yale University to offer free tuition for those students whose families make under 200k, alleviating the financial burden for qualifying applicants.
TikTok’s Changing Terms of Service Has People Cutting Ties With the App
Why is everyone deleting TikTok? Rumors are swirling about changes on the app that have people raising questions about privacy and censorship.
The Doomsday Clock 2026 Prediction Says the End Is Near
The famed Doomsday Clock has made a 2026 prediction, and with it, the fate of the human race appears to march closer to oblivion once more.
A Chocolate Bar Recall Has Been Expanded Over Contamination Concerns
A 2025 chocolate bar recall has been expanded in 2026 amid concerns that more of the products have been contaminated with salmonella.
Hear a Weird Popping Noise During the Winter? It Could Be a Tree "Exploding”
Is extreme cold weather exploding trees? Or are people getting dupped by AI videos shared online that appear to show trees exploding in the old.
Doctor’s Warn That Colon Cancer Rates Are on the Rise in Young Adults
Why is colon cancer on the rise? Doctors say that a variety of factors are causing this type of cancer to rise drastically in younger people.
You Can Watch News Anchor Mike Tobin's Attempt to Summit Mt. Everest
Mike Tobin stars in Fox Nation documentary where cameras follow the news anchor as he tries to summit Mt. Everest during a daring climb.
Aimee Bock Has Been Found Guilty of $250M Fraud — Did She Do It?
What did Aimee Bock do? The Minnesota woman is at the center of fraud allegations over misuse of a government-funded food program for children.
Trump Appears To Get Confused During Speech About Greenland, Repeatedly Calling It "Iceland"
Critics are rumbling after Donald Trump appeared to confuse Greenland and Iceland while giving a speech, talking about the wrong country at times.
Why Have People Become So Obsessed With "Burping” Their Homes?
House burping, something that is done in Germany, is becoming a popular trend on social media. Here's why people are so convinced it works.
Genova Tuna Recalled Over Possible Botulism Concerns
The FDA is sharing an update about a Genova Tuna recall from 2025 after the agency says recalled items were shipped to stores by mistake.
Greenland Residents Spotted Wearing Hats That Say “Make American Go Away” in Trump Rebuke
Donald Trump's plans to take over Greenland has people wearing hats that say "Make American Go Away" during massive protests on the island.
Sundance Makes a Major Announcement About Its 2027 Festival
Why is Sundance moving to Boulder? The film festival planners have made a major announcement about the future of their highly popular festival.
The Whole Milk for Health Kids Act of 2025 Promises Kids More Choices in School
What is the Whole Milk for Health Kids Act of 2025, and how does this legislation support new dietary guidelines shared by the Trump administration?
49ers Fans Are Linking Injuries to Electrical Substation Next to Practice Facility
49ers fans are worried after a conspiracy theory went viral connecting injuries to an electrical substation next to their practice facility.
Trump’s Agriculture Secretary Receives Harsh Criticism Over $3 Meal Claims
Trump's agriculture secretary gets mocked after claiming Americans could make a $3 meal consisting of a mix of random food items during press conference.
The White House Announces Trump’s ”Great” Healthcare Plan — Is It Any Good?
Donald Trump has announced his Great Healthcare Plan, which he says will deliver money directly to Americans instead of insurance companies.
Did Your Verizon Service Get Interrupted? Here’s How To Claim a Credit for the Outage
Verizon Wireless users experienced an outage in 2026. The company is offering customers a credit to make up for it. Here's how to collect.
Emily Parker's Disappearance From Yellowstone Is Going Viral, but What’s the Real Story?
Did Emily Parker go missing in Yellowstone? Stories are going viral about the teen, but what really happened to the young girl at the national park?
Sea Moss Recalled by a Popular Supplement Manufacture Due to Botulism Concerns
A voluntary recall has been issued by True Sea Moss after discovering that the manufacturing facilities weren't properly regulated.
The CDC Says That There’s a Common Virus That Is More Deadly Than the Flu
The CDC has found that coronavirus, AKA: Covid-19, is kills more people than the flu each year, even after the pandemic has subsided.
Vibration Plates Promise Low-Impact Weight Loss, but Do They Work?
Are vibration plate effective? The health tool has been all over social media, claiming to help with everything from weight loss to immune health.