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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A Deep-Sea Goblin Shark Has Just Been Spotted in Its Natural Habitat for the First Time
For the first time, researchers say they've spotted the deep-sea goblin shark in its natural habitat. See why they are celebrating the sighting.
Google Wants To Release 32 Million Mosquitoes — Here's Why
Why is Google planning to release 32 million mosquitoes? The tech company has requested permission from the U.S. government as part of a a project.
Meet the Yellowstone Bison With Just 3 Legs That Has Captured America’s Hearts
A bison who has earned the nickname Tiny Tim is capturing hearts in Yellowstone National Park, where he appears to have survived two winters.
Dairy Farmers in Wisconsin Are Banding Together To Sue the Trump Administration
A group of Wisconsin farmers have come together to file a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the Dairy Checkoff Program's fees.
"Hannah Montana’s" Emily Osment Gives Fans an Update on Her New Activism Gig
Emily Osment took to social media to update her fans on how her December 2025 role with the American Rivers Board has been going, sharing happy news.
Trump Makes Controversial Request of National Park Visitors
The Trump administration gets flooded with complaints after making a request about "negative" information at U.S. National Park exhibits.
Geoscientists Say They Have Discovered a Vast Hidden Structure Beneath Antarctica
Scientists have made a massive discovery beneath the surface of Antarctica, where they say they have uncovered a hidden structure older than the continent.
NASA Reveals the Name of the Artemis III Crew Set To Travel to the Moon
On June 9, 2026, NASA announced the names of the Artemis III crew who will be charged with the space agency's planned 2027 moon mission.
The Philippines Has Been Rocked by a Massive Earthquake
What was the strongest earthquake in the Philippines? Questions are raised after a 7.8 magnitude quake prompted tsunami warnings around the region.
Date Sales on the Rise in the U.S. as People Fall Back in Love With the Fruit
U.S. date fruit sales are experiencing rapid growth as Americans rediscover the nutrient-dense food while searching for healthier options.
Does Your Sriracha Taste Off? Here’s Why the Sauce May Not Seem the Way You Remember It
What happened to Sriracha? People have been complaining that the sauce's quality has changed over the years, and it sounds like there's a good reason.
Tens of Thousands of Lake Tahoe Residents Stand To Lose Electrical Service as Nearby Data Center Syphons Energy
Lake Tahoe residents will lose access to their local power grid in 2027 when NV Energy uses it to instead service massive data centers.
Artificial Intelligence Has Just Been Used To Develop the World’s First AI Vaccine
The University of Cambridge has announced that they've developed the world's first AI vaccine, which has already been trialed in humans.
A Woman Shares What It Looks and Feels Like After Having 9 C-Sections
An influencer shares some of the side effects that she has experienced after having nine c-sections to deliver her children over the past few years.
Our Oceans Are Becoming More Acidic — Here’s What That Means
What is ocean acidification, the phenomenon that is increasing the ocean's hydrogen ion concentrations due to our reliance on fossil fuels?
A Case of New World Screwworm Has Been Detected in the U.S. Here’s What That Means
The USDA has confirmed a case of the New World screwworm in Zavala County, Texas, and authorities are working to contain the situation.
Find Out How To Deal With Yellow and Curling Leaves on Your Tomato Plant
Why are my tomato leaves curling? Gardeners can find out what common issues cause the leaves on their summer plants to change and how to fix them.
Data Centers Are Popping up All Over the Country, Much to the Disappointment of Many People
Why are people so against data centers? A 2026 poll shows that seven out of every 10 American surveyed are against construction AI data centers.
The Trump Administration Is Dismantling a $368 Million Ocean Monitoring System Essential for Tracking Global Climate
The Trump administration set to start dismantling a decade old ocean monitoring system that consists of 900 instruments. Here's why.
Sonic Booms and a Massive Fireball Had Massachusetts Residents on Alert Over the Weekend
A meteor hit Massachusetts on May 30, 2026, creating massive booms and a frightening morning for residents across the entire state.
A Woman Has a Change of Heart After Rehoming Her Dog, Sparking Debate
A Redditor took to the message board to ask for advice after the previous owner of their adopted dog let them know she wants her pooch back.
The 2026 Hurricane Season Has Begun — Here’s What To Expect
The 2026 hurricane season begins on June 1 and runs through Nov. 30. Here's what the expert predictions about the latest hurricane season.
Barry Manilow Reassures Fans After Scary Health Update
Barry Manilow offers a health update after undergoing surgery which required the cancellation of several tour dates and his Las Vegas show.
Florida Is Reeling From the Blue Origin Explosion That Turned the Rocket Into a Fireball
Blue Origin is investigating the explosion that rocked Cape Canaveral as the rocket blew up during a test firing, sending debris flying.
Drag Queen Pattie Gonia Shares a Statement About Patagonia’s Lawsuit
The drag queen Pattie Gonia shared a statement on social media about the company's lawsuit claiming Gonia is harming the company's brand.
Harambe Was Killed 10 Years Ago — Where Is the Little Boy Who Survived Today?
Where is the Harambe kid now? Find out what happened to the boy wh fell into the Cincinnati Zoo's gorilla exhibit, causing the animal's death.
People Want To Know the Truth About Donald Trump’s Three-Hour Visit to Walter Reed
Donald Trump attended a 3-hour visit to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, and now people want to get a full health update about his visit.
Passengers Flying Into the U.S. From Certain Countries Now Subject to Ebola Screenings
The U.S. is to roll out enhanced Ebola screenings across certain airports for travelers who have traveled through certain regions.
Changes at Yosemite National Park Lead to Chaos and Overcrowding Over Memorial Day Weekend
Yosemite National Park visitors complain about overcrowding during Memorial Day weekend after the park did away with reservation service.
Dog Food Maker Issues a Recall Over Potential Plastic Contamination
Allprovide Pet Foods, LLC. says its frozen dog food is being recalled over potential plastic contamination in 1,500 pounds of its food.
Atlanta Residents Suddenly Without Drinkable Water After Power Failure
Atlanta officials issue a water advisory, telling residents to boil their water before drinking, cooking, or cleaning with it after a power failure.
Danny Go! Has Announced the Death of His 14-Year-Old Son Issac
Danny Go! has announced the death of his young son. Find out what happened to Danny Go's son and how the family is handling the loss.
Is There a Human Mating Season? You’d Be Surprised
Do humans have a mating season? Why humans aren't like other species when it comes to reproducing during certain times of the year.
Jell-O To Release a New Line With Fewer Artificial Ingredients
Jell-O is making a swap towards more natural and healthy ingredients with its new recipe, according to an announcement from Kraft Heinz Co.
A Weird Looking Mosquito Has Captured the Internet's Attention
A weird looking mosquito has gone viral on Reddit thanks to its unusual appearance, but there's a perfectly reasonable answer as to why they look this way.
Just How Much Does the U.S. Need To Worry About the 2026 Ebola Outbreak?
Will Ebola spread to the U.S.? Here's what you need to know about the 2026 outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo based on the numbers.
Yes, the EPA Has Repealed Protections Keeping Your Drinking Water Safe From Forever Chemicals
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that it would repeal the protections keeping forever chemicals out of our drinking water.
Kroger To Recall Cheese Garlic Croutons Over Salmonella Concerns
Kroger is issuing a recall of its cheese garlic croutons over concerns that one of the ingredients in the food was contaminated with salmonella.
Americans Get Busted Trying To Break Into Japan Zoo Enclosure Where Punch the Monkey Lives
Two Americans were arrested after they broke into a macaque monkey zoo enclosure in what appears to have been an internet stunt related to Punch.
Close Encounters: Donald Trump Shares an AI-Generated Photo of Himself With an Alien
Donald Trump made a post to his Truth Social app, sharing a photo of himself and an alien, sparking confusion on social media on May 17, 2026.
A UK Amazon Driver Faces Jail Time After Stealing a Family Cat While Making a Delivery
An Amazon delivery driver is facing jail time due to a cat theft after a doorbell camera caught him sealing a family pet in West Yorkshire.
Ebola Outbreak Has Sickened Hundreds and Killed Dozens in the Congo
A new Ebola outbreak has been confirmed in the Ituri providence in Congo. The disease is highly contagious and can be spread through body fluids.
The CDC Makes a Worrying Update About the Passengers on Hantavirus Cruise
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued an update about the cruise ship passengers exposed to hantavirus.
Upcoming Asteroid Flyby Expected To Get Closer to Earth Than Some of Our Own Satellites
Experts say that asteroid 2026 JH2 is expected to approach Earth with a very close flyby, coming closer than some of Earth's own satellites.
Looking To Fight Hantavirus? The Solution May Already Be Hiding in Your Home
Can alcohol kill hantavirus? Certain types of alcohol may be able to kill the virus, but you'll need to know which ones and how to use them.
Do Squatters Really Have Rights to a Property They Don’t Own? The Answer May Shock You
Why do squatters have rights? The laws surrounding protecting people from being evicted from a property they don't own can be confusing.
PCOS Will Now Go by PMOS as Medical Professionals Work To Give the Condition a Better Fitting Name
PCOS has been renamed PMOS as medical experts work to give polycystic ovary syndrome a name that better represents the nature of the condition.
Multiple People Were Killed While Climbing Mount Everest in 1996 — Here’s What Has Changed
What happened during the 1996 disaster atop Mount Everest? Several people were killed when a surprise snowstorm stranded them on the mountain.
Here's When Artemis III Will Take Flight
When will Artemis III launch? NASA has updated the ship's design and pushed back the mission's planned date due to conflicts with other companies.
NASA Is Fascinated by “Flashes” Seen by Artemis II Astronauts
Lunar impact flashes were reported to NASA after Artemis made it's record breaking trip around the moon, going the furthest that any human has gone.