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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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Yes, the EPA Has Repealed Protections Keeping Your Drinking Water Safe From Forever Chemicals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.
A Tourist Is Facing Federal Charges After Throwing a Rock at a Hawaiian Monk Seal
A tourist throws a rock at Hawaiian Monk Seal in incriminating video that may now lead to federal charges as these seals are endangered.
Has the Cruise Ship Carrying Multiple Dead Bodies Docked After Confirming a Hantavirus Outbreak?
Did the cruise ship carrying hantavirus dock? People want to know where those exposed to the illness could be as the outbreak spreads.
Lockdown 2.0? Will the Hantavirus Turn Into Another Full Blown Pandemic?
Is the hantavirus going to be a pandemic? The virus has been blamed for an outbreak on a cruise ship, echoing how Covid-19 reached the U.S.
David Attenborough Celebrates His 100th Birthday in 2026 — Is He Still Working?
Fans of the beloved David Attenborough have been wondering when the filmmaker will celebrate his 100th birthday, ringing in decades of award winning work.
Presidential Fitness Test Back in Play as Trump Pushes a New Round of Competition
Trump is once again promoting the revived version of the Presidential Physical Fitness Test, leaving many wandering what are the new standards.
Hikers Say They Were Attacked by a Bear in Yellowstone National Park
Two hikers sound like they are lucky to be alive after they said they were attacked by a bear at Yellowstone National Park in April 2026.
Utz To Recall Certain Chips Over Concerns About Possible Salmonella Contamination
Utz has issued a potato chip recall after discovering that some of the ingredients used to make certain foods could have been contaminated by salmonella.
New Guidance Suggests Less Screenings for Women With Average Breast Cancer Risk
There is new mammogram guidance when it comes to those with average breast cancer risk, and it may mean fewer screenings for certain people.
Bayer Has Issued a Recall of Certain Nasal Sprays Due to a Potential Danger to Children
Bayer has issued a recall of its nasal spray after an issue was discovered with the packaging, which could pose a danger to children.
FDA Concludes Infant Formula Safety Review — What Parents Should Know
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is ready to share the results from its infant formula safety tests, providing closure for parents.
NASA's Satellite Name Generator Helps People Spell Their Name Using Photos of the Earth
NASA has a name generator that allows people to spell their name using satellite photos from the Earth's surface, creating a cool keepsake.
Florida Thinks It Has Found Its Solution to Burmese Pythons in a Surprising Place
Possums are being put to work in Florida in the fight against invasive Burmese pythons, here's how the experts are using the creatures.
The CDC Sounds the Alarm as Cases of Drug-Resistant Salmonella Rise Among Children
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are warning Americans about a rise in cases of drug-resistant salmonella among children.
French Broad Chocolates Recalls Candies Sold Across the Country for a Potentially Deadly Reason
The company behind French Broach Chocolates has issued a national recall of its candies after undisclosed walnuts were found included in the food.
Several States Can Expect High Winds and Late Season Heavy Snowfall
Which states are under a heavy snow warning in April 2026 as high winds and up to 20 inches are expected to fall as spring comes to an end.
Do Peptides Live up to the Hype? Find Out More About What These Amino Acids Can Do
Are peptides safe? The internet is buzzing about these amnio acids that they claim can help with injuries and anti-aging concerns.
Kroger Has Announced a Limited Time Offer To Help Customers Deal With Rising Grocery Prices
Kroger has announced a response to rising grocery prices, and it involves a limited time offer that will allow shoppers access to online deals.
The FDA's Cantaloupe Recall Has Received the Highest Risk Rating
The FDA has issued a cantaloupe recall across four states due to salmonella concerns, giving it the highest risk classification the agency has.
10-Year-old Girl Finds a Mexican Axolotl Far From Its Home in Wales
A girl is making headlines after she found an axolotl while wading at a Wales watering hold while on vacation with her family, stunning experts.
People Looking for Estrogen Patches May Have Trouble Finding Them as Supplies Dwindle
Manufacturers report estrogen patch shortage as the demand for them outpaces the supply for women looking for relief from perimenopause and menopause.
Detroit Zoo Makes ‘Otter-ly’ Cute Announcement About New Arrivals
The Detroit Zoo has announced the birth of three new river otter pups, who were born to long-standing zoo residents Gus and Kalee in April.
The Lyrid Meteor Shower Is Set To Peak in April 2026 — Where to Watch!
How to watch the Lyrid meteor shower in April 2026, as the dazzling light show over North American reaches its peak as April comes to an end.
Lawmakers in the U.K. Have Passed a Bill To Ban Smoking For Anyone Born After 2008
The U.K. Parliament has passed a smoking ban for anyone born after 2008, in the hopes of creating a smoke-free generation of citizens.
People Are Flocking to Walmart To Purchase the Retailer’s Best Selling Birdbath
Bird lovers and outdoor enthusiasts are all obsessed with Walmart's best selling birdbath, which has gone viral online thanks to its price.
Junk Food Ban on Snap Benefits To Roll Out to Hundreds of Thousands in One State in 2026
A junk food ban is going to hit hundreds of thousands of people in one state as the 2026 SNAP benefit changes begin to take place.
People Are Talking About “Ozempic Personality” — But Is It Real?
Some GLP-1 drug users have reported experiencing something called Ozempic personality. What is this condition, and is the mood change a real side effect?
Bees Swarming Southern Israel Leave People Stunned
Videos coming out of Southern Israel show thousands of bees swarming different neighborhoods, sending residents running for cover and safety.
The FDA Issues a Xanax Recall After the Drug Failed To Meet Certain Specifications
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a 2026 Xanax recall after a certain batch of the drug failed to meet specifications.
Costco Shoppers Are Excited About the New Kirkland Lactose-Free Milk
Costco has announced the arrival of a new variety of Kirkland milk. The store brand product is likely to be a popular one with certain shoppers.
Can Get Enough Space Talk? Check Out the SpaceX Launch Schedule for Vandenberg
SpaceX has released the launch schedule for upcoming Vandenberg missions, including trajectory, crew info, and other mission details.