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How Smart Air Conditioning Upgrades Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
Smart air conditioning upgrades can reduce your carbon footprint while also minimizing your annual energy expenses in the future.
Check Out These Memorial Day Freebies for the Veterans in Your Life
If you or someone in your family is a military veteran, you should know that there are a lot of freebies available in honor of Memorial Day.
Why Is the Price of Cherries So Expensive These Days?
Why are cherries so expensive? Climate change may be driving up the price of cherries since fewer can be grown in areas with climate extremes.
Fact Check: Is Caviar Vegetarian?
People who ask why caviar isn't vegetarian may not know that the process of harvesting the fish eggs often causes the fish to die in the process.
Factchecking Whether or Not Lilies Are Toxic to Cats
Pet parents, especially those with cats, will want to know whether or not lilies are toxic to cats and what they should do if their cat eats one.
A Salmonella Outbreak and Multiple Hospitalizations Has Been Linked to Tainted Cucumbers
Multiple hospitalizations and cases of Salmonella have been linked to whole cucumbers that were distributed across nearly a third of the U.S.
Was Jesus a Vegetarian According to the Bible? Experts Have Mixed Thoughts (EXCLUSIVE)
There are many interpretations of the information that resides in the bible. Some people believe the bible portrays Jesus as a vegetarian.
Does the Sabrina Carpenter Espresso Drink Hack Really Work to Revive Your Garden?
Is it fact or wishful fiction that the Sabrina Carpenter drink from Dunkin' will help to spruce up dying greenery in your garden? Let's explore.
Popular Ice Cream Manufacturer Recalls 18,000 Gallons Due to Plastic Contamination
Yet another food manufacturer with poor standards and quality assurance measures has recalled almost 20,000 gallons of ice cream because of plastic.
What Happens to the Cars That Nobody Wants To Buy From a Dealership?
Holding onto cars can cost dealers money, so what happens to unsold cars at dealerships? There are actually a few different options.
Social Media Is Full of NSFW National Parks Parody Accounts
Social media users have created multiple parody accounts for different national parks, creating a funny (and sometimes NSFW) version of the accounts.
Top Effective Stress Management Techniques for Recovery
Here are some stress management techniques for recovery including physical activity, meditation, and connecting with nature.
Where Is the Liver King Now Following His Steroids Scandal?
An episode of a Netflix docuseries telling the story of Brian Johnson is leaving many wondering if the Liver King is even still alive.
COVID-19 Vaccine Deemed Safe Long Term in New Study, Most Common Side Effects Revealed
A half-decade since the pandemic, countless individuals and families have been left wondering: what is the long-term safety of the COVID-19 vaccine?
Skip the Toxins: Your 4-step Guide to Green Dry Cleaning
Unlike typical dry cleaning, green methods avoid toxic chemicals and instead utilize biodegradable or naturally derived solvents from renewable sources.
Researchers Discover Groundbreaking Potential to Halt Progression of Parkinson’s Disease
There is promising research that indicates cell death can be blocked, thus halting the progression of Parkinson’s Disease.
What Does 'Green Retirement' Look Like? Inside the Eco-Friendly Future of Senior Living
There is a shift toward sustainable senior living, aka "Green Retirement," because living gently on the earth doesn’t have to stop at any age.
What Is the Spiritual and Cultural Significance of the Seagull?
Despite being hated by many beachgoers, seagulls have a special significance in both the spiritual and cultural world, including their ties to family.
Everything Trump's Surgeon General Nominee Casey Means Said About Vaccines
Will Casey Means be confirmed as the new surgeon general, and are her views on vaccines aligned with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s?
Tracy Morgan Is Obsessed With Octopuses, Has a $400K Custom Tank for His Pet
Tracy Morgan appears as an unlikely champion of the octopus in the two-part documentary Octopus! scheduled for release on May 5, 2025 on Amazon Prime.
This Teacher Appreciation Week, Spoil the Educator in Your Life With These Freebies
Whether the educators in your life teach young children or adults, teachers deserve our appreciation, respect, and generosity.
I Just Accidentally Ate Moldy Bread — Are There Actual Health Risks?
Moldy bread certainly looks fuzzy and disgusting, but are there actual health risks if you inadvertently eat a moldy slice? What will happen?
The 6 Best Vegan and Vegetarian Hot Dog Brands on the Market
Vegan and vegetarian hot dogs have come a long way — here are five of the best ones on the market. Plus, are vegan hot dogs healthy?
Vegan Pizzas, Tacos and More Shine at The Buffet in Wynn Las Vegas
Wynn Las Vegas boasts one of the few remaining buffets in the Las Vegas Valley. We explore how tasty the vegan options are here.
Two Companies Recalled Tomato Products Across 14 States Due to Salmonella Contamination
If you cook with tomatoes, you'll want to check out where the popular food has been recalled due to salmonella contamination.
Seek Bamboo’s Toilet Paper and Paper Towels Could Be Your Greenest Act Yet
Seek's bamboo toilet paper and bamboo paper towels are just as soft, strong, and effective as their traditional counterparts, without the environmental cost.
Is Glycerol Bad for Kids? Everything You Need to Know About the Slushie Additive
Understanding why glycerol the key ingredient added to drinks like slushies that helps keep the texture of the frozen drink is bad for kids.
Zendaya Skips This Meal Every Day, Shares Go-To Dinner Recipe
People hoping to have a superstar figure often want to know what people like Zendaya eat in a day. As it turns out not a lot of veggies.
People Have Discovered the Haunting "Edge" of Las Vegas — "It's Giving Truman Show"
TikTok users have been going viral for showcasing a point at the boundary of residential areas in Las Vegas and the desert.
Bread Recall 2025 List: What to Know About Contaminated Bread Products
If you have consumed bread from Maryland-based Upper Crust Bakery, you will want to read this important notice.
Woman Goes Viral for "Caveman Method" Skin Care, Accused of Rage Bait
Dermatologists and skin care gurus react to the concept of caveman skin, which involves a seriously scaled back approach to skincare.
Project V Bakery in Las Vegas Is the Vegan Bakery Paradise You've Been Craving (EXCLUSIVE)
The first bakery of its kind in the Las Vegas area, Project V is owned by two sisters with talented baking abilities and amazing stories to share.
Dogs and ZYN Are Not a Good Mix — What You Need to Know to Avoid Health Scare
Everything you need to know about what happens if you dog swallows a ZYN cartridge, including when to get them emergency veterinary help.
Here Is What Actress Jennifer Aniston Famously Drinks and Eats for Breakfast Every Day
Jennifer Aniston reveals what she eats each day for breakfast to stay full and feel great all the way up until it's time to eat lunch.
The Ice Bucket Challenge Returns 11 Years After Going Viral — What Are the 2025 Rules?
The ice bucket challenge proved to be a fun and effective way to spread awareness of a certain health condition. What does 2025 have in store?
Exploring Sustainable Gold: An Interview With Fisher Liberty Gold CEO Alexander Spellane
Alexander Spellane, CEO of Fisher Liberty Gold, answers the most-asked questions about sustainable gold and ethical sourcing.
The Sad Last Words of the Mars Rover Live Rent-Free in Our Minds
When the Mars Rover uttered its last words in 2018, many people responded to the poignant — and emotional — message sent by the rover.
Melatonin Is a Popular Sleep Aid but Experts Say It’s a No-No for Kids
Melatonin may help people fall asleep, but experts say there are several reasons why melatonin is bad for kids to take as a sleep aid.
Despite What You May Have Heard on TikTok, "Cortisol Poisoning" Is Not a Real Diagnosis
There are many people with online courses and cure-all products to sell you to help with stress. That said, is "cortisol poisoning" a real thing?
5 Ways to Naturally Reduce Your Cortisol Levels and Lower Your Stress
Cortisol is known as the stress hormone. Here are some natural ways you can reduce your cortisol levels so that you can feel less anxious.
Is It Safe to Drink Kombucha Every Day? Here's Why Doing so Might Not Be Advisable
Kombucha lovers, it is important to understand how frequent consumption of kombucha can affect your short- and long-term health.
Experts Reveal What It Means When You Can Blur Your Vision on Command
If you have the ability to blur your vision on command without any aids, you may wonder how and why this happens. Here's what doctors say.
Here Are 4 of the Best Sunscreen Brands for Kids With Sensitive Skin
If your family experiences dermatology issues, including sensitive skin prone to rashes from certain sunscreens, things may improve with these brands.
The Challenges and Rewards of Dentistry Internships Abroad
Dentistry internships abroad offer many challenges and rewards. Read this article to know what to expect as a future dentist aiming to become an intern.
How Ryder Toys Went From a Garage Project to a Multimillion Dollar Ride-On Brand
Meet Nick Steff, the founder of Ryder Toys, a company that went from garage project to multimillion dollar ride-on brand.
Is Puppy Yoga Ethical? Exploring the Details of This Trend
Yoga practitioners enjoy learning about different disciplines and approaches to the activity they love. Is practicing yoga with puppies ethical?
Fact Check: What’s the Deal With Lab-Grown Chicken Nuggets?
Lab-grown chicken nuggets are expected to hit major markets sometime between 2030 to 2035 after Japanese researchers were able to grow the meat.
Chaos Gardening Is the Unbridled Approach to Building a Beautiful Garden: A How-to Guide
If you feel intimidated by the many nuances of growing and maintaining a garden, the chaos gardening trend may be for you.
Can Celery Juice Make You Sick? The Negative Side Effects Explored
Celery juice is touted for its health benefits, but there may be negative side effects of drinking the vegetable juice. Here is what you need to know.