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Everything You Need To Know About Florida’s Push To End Vaccine Mandates
Is Florida ending vaccine mandates? State legislators are pushing to put an end to vaccine mandates, becoming the first in the country to do so.
Taylor Farms Recalls Salad Kits Due to Undeclared Allergens
Taylor Farms has announced a recall of its salad kit, which was sold in 25 different states. The recall is over undeclared allergens.
Portugal Is in Mourning Following Tragic Funicular Accident in Lisbon
A day of mourning was declared in Portugal following the deaths of 15 people after a funicular railway car derailed in Lisbon.
Rolling Ray’s Mom Announces the Rapper’s Death at 28 — What Was His Disability?
Fans mourn the loss of Rolling Ray, a rapper who shared the story of his disability on social media with his virtual friends and family.
Everything You Need To Know About the 2025 "Great Lock In"
People are sharing the rules for the great lock in of 2025, which some believe will help you better achieve your goals for the upcoming new year.
Is G FUEL Going out of Business? Addressing the Social Media Rumors
If you consume G FUEL as a gamer, or just to fuel your day, chances are that you are an avid fan of the product. Is the company going out of business?
Why Is President Donald Trump Moving Space Command Headquarters to Alabama?
The headquarters for Space Command is moving from Colorado to Alabama. Why is President Trump moving Space Command HQ?
What Does Oura Ring’s Relationship With the Department of Defense Mean for Users?
What is the controversy surrounding Oura Ring and its relationship with the Department of Defense, and how will it impact users of the product?
How Did Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson Lose Weight So Quickly — and Why Now?
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is known for his imposing physique, but a slimmed-down Rock is looking much less boulder-ish.
A Bright Orange Shark Has Been Spotted in the Waters of Costa Rica
A 2024 discovery is shocking ocean lovers after it was announced that an orange nurse shark was found swimming in the waters of Costa Rica.
The FDA Issues an Egg Recall After 18 People Are Hospitalized With Salmonella
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a recall alert for Country Eggs, LLC, after 18 people were hospitalized due to salmonella.
Pet Parents Beware: There’s Another Dog Food Recall To Be on the Lookout For
There is a nationwide recall of dog and cat food in 2025, thanks to potentially contamination. This isn't the first pet food recall of year.
How To Spot Early Signs of Residential Sewer Line Issues
In many cases, residential sewer line problems start quietly with subtle changes that are easy to overlook, like slow drains or unusual noises.
RFK Jr Claims His Agency Has Discovered the Root Cause of Autism
RFK Jr has announced that his agency has a report that will show what causes autism, and he plans to share the report publicly in September.
5 Pillars of a Healthy Home (and Family) — Backed by Science and Built for Real Life
These five pillars — nourishment, cleanliness, sleep, movement, and emotional connection — are about doing what you can with the people who matter most.
Are Americans Getting a Stimulus Check In 2025? What To Know About a Fourth Stimulus Check
It may feel like a long time has passed since Americans last received a stimulus check, but there is talk of a fourth stimulus check as well.
A Popular Hostess Snack Food Is Being Recalled Over Concerns About Mold Contamination
Hostess is recalling its popular Ding Dong cakes due to concerns that a mechanical issue with a piece of equipment allowed mold to grow.
Burning Man Dust Storm Sparks Questions — Can Attendees Seek Legal Compensation?
If you are injured at Burning Man, do your legal rights still apply? . Dust storms, fire displays, and packed roads create an environment where accidents happen.
Sustainability with Skin in the Game: Why CPG Companies Are Turning to Employee Ownership to Power Their ESG Goals
For CPG brands, the employee ownership model is more than a financial strategy — it’s a way to link purpose with performance.
Burning Man Attendees Face Intense Dust Storms — Is the Festival Canceled?
Attendees at the 2025 iteration of the Burning Man event were treated to many of Nevada's infamous dust storms — is the festival canceled?.
President Trump and RFK Jr. Might Have a Plan to Completely Ban the COVID-19 Vaccine
Reports suggest that Trump and RFK Jr. could be moving toward banning COVID-19 vaccines altogether, but why would they want to do that?
How Corporate Waste Became the Next Big Profit Opportunity
Rising disposal costs, tightening supply chains, and demand for more responsible practices are pushing businesses to look at corporate waste with fresh eyes.
The U.S. Has Detected It’s First Travel-Related Case of Human Screw Worm
The U.S. has detected a case of human New World screwworm in August 2025, which was found in a Maryland patient who had traveled to El Salvador.
Does the Texas Phone Ban Apply to College Students? Here’s What To Know
If you live in Texas, you may be wondering if the new law regarding cellphones in classrooms applies to you or your kids.
Oklahoma Brings International Teachers in To Help With Critical Teacher Shortage
Oklahoma is just one of many states dealing with a teacher shortage, prompting officials to offer Mexican educators visas to come to work.
Trump Says the U.S. Will No Long Issue Permits for Solar or Wind Powered Projects
Donald Trump, a longtime critic of renewable energy, says the U.S. won't approve solar power projects in a departure from previous policies.
Yosemite Park Ranger Says Anti-LGBTQ Policies Led to Firing Over Flag
A Yosemite Park Ranger said they were fired for hanging a trans flag on El Capitan for two hours while they were visiting the park.
A Positive Case of the Plague Has Been Reported in Lake Tahoe
A California resident has tested positive for the plague. Officials believe it happened during a camping trip, where the person was bit by a flea.
Colossal Biosciences Establishes Australian Hub with Dr. Andrew Pask at the Helm
Dr. Andrew Pask has been named Chief Biology Officer at Colossal Biosciences, and the company is acquiring Dr. Pask's entire lab.
Thousands of Acres of Everglades Are Burning — What Caused the Fire?
What caused the Everglades fire in Florida that pushed heavy smoke into the heavily populated Broward and Miami-Dade Counties, creating a hazy view.
Children in North Dakota Continue to Vanish — What We Know
A mysterious string of disappearances has been observed in recent weeks, as nearly a dozen kids have gone missing in North Dakota.
A Blind Chicago Man Is Asking for Help After His Service Dog Was Stolen
A Chicago blind man is reeling after he says that someone stole his service dog out of the yard of his Logan square neighborhood home.
Rehab Centers Designed With Nature in Mind: Ocean Ridge Is Changing The Game With Views, Activities, and Even Pet-Friendly Accommodations
At Ocean Ridge Treatment & Recovery, perched in coastal Orange County, nature isn’t a distraction from the work, it’s part of the work.
Hatteras Island Is Being Evacuated as Residents and Visitors Brace for Hurricane Erin
Officials have issued a mandatory evacuation of North Carolina's Hatteras Island as Hurricane Erin moves closer to the U.S. Coast.
A Florida Mom Is Suing a Dairy Farm After She Consumed Raw Milk, Killing Her Unborn Child
Consuming any milk from an animal is unethical. Consuming raw dairy milk can have immense further health consequences.
Jury Finds Meta Violated Flo Period Tracker Users' Privacy in Lawsuit Verdict — What Happens Now?
A jury has come to a decision in the Flo Period Tracker lawsuit after users say Meta illegally collected private and personal data from the app.
Air Canada Flight Attendant Reveals How Much They Actually Make Amid Strike
An Air Canada flight attendant is sharing her pay stub on Reddit to show how much she makes at the airline amid a strike for unfair wages.
Where Is New Caledonia? All About the French Territory Seeking Independence
Efforts to make New Caledonia a French state were recently thwarted. Where, exactly, is New Caledonia? Details including language, exports, etc.
Hiker Picks Up Rattlesnake on Trail — and Dies From Bite
A hiker on a Tennessee trail was ridiculous enough to touch a wild animal, picking up a rattlesnake that predictably bit him.
A Town Called Somerville Is Holding an Election for a New Mayor, and It’s a Cat
A race for bike path mayor in Somerville has a few strong cat candidates who are hoping to become the next mayor of the bike trail.
Colorado Residents Alarmed by Rabbits With Creepy Tentacle-Like Growths
Rabbits in Colorado appear to have tentacles growing on their faces thanks to a virus, prompting concern and speculation from residents.
"Life-Threatening" Sepsis Risk Prompts Urgent Nationwide Hand Soap Recall
Some healthcare providers and caregivers utilize products from DermaRite Industries. You should know that these contaminated products may be deadly.
A Yellowstone Visitor Broke a Cardinal Rule and Drank From a Thermal Spring
A Yellowstone visitor drinks from the park's hot spring, stunning people who watched a video of the incident online, and generating criticism online.
More Women Are Packing Bags for Rehab — And Not Just Locally
The growing trend of traveling for substance rehab for women is about getting serious help in a place that actually works.
Kiani Preserve: A Vision of Regenerative Farming and Sustainability
The Kiani Preserve is much more than a plot of land — it is a sanctuary where regenerative agriculture takes root, restoring the balance between the earth and the people who tend to it
Trump Keeps Calling Alaska "Russia," Prompting Speculation That He Plans to Sell the State to Putin
Is Trump selling Alaska? Speculation mounted after Trump mistakenly called the state "Russia" during a press conference again of a summit.
Cold and Snowy or Warm and Dry? — Winter 2026's Weather Prediction
What's the winter weather forecast for 2026? Inside the Old Farmer's Almanac's prediction for North American's winter weather expectations.
The FDA Has Issued a Nationwide Recall of a Popular Sweetener
NuNaturals sweetener has been recalled, prompting a warning from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) about a mix-up with the product's labels.
Was Orca Trainer Jessica Radcliffe Really Attacked and Does She Even Exist? The Viral Story, Debunked
An video is circulating on TIkTok that allegedly shows an orca trainer named Jessica Radcliffe being attacked during a show, but what really happened?