By Staff
Tuesday, April 16, 2024 11:47 AM
The Olympic torch flame for 2024 was lit in
Olympia, Greece, this week, and is now on its way to Paris. Head over to
CNN to learn more about the flame's special journey ahead of this summer's Games.
By Staff
Monday, April 15, 2024 12:21 PM
Last week, iconic fashion designer
Roberto Cavalli passed away at 83. Visit
The New York Times for a look back at his remarkable life and his long-lasting impact on fashion.
By Staff
Friday, April 12, 2024 12:45 PM
April is National
Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month. Visit the
NIH website to learn more about Parkinson's Disease and the newest research around it.
By Staff
Thursday, April 11, 2024 12:09 PM
This week, the Environmental Protection Agency ordered the removal of
PFAS, sometimes called "forever chemicals" from drinking water. Head over to
The New York Times for a summary of what you need to know about these chemicals.
By Staff
Wednesday, April 10, 2024 9:34 AM
Competitors in World Athletics who earn
gold medals at this summer's Olympics in Paris will receive $50,000 in prize money, making World Athletics the first international federation to award prize money at the Olympics. Head over to the
BBC for more on this major change.
By Staff
Tuesday, April 9, 2024 9:59 AM
On Monday, millions of North Americans turned their eyes to the sky to watch the
solar eclipse. Head over to
The New York Times to see firsthand how people watched the eclipse across the path of totality.
By Staff
Monday, April 8, 2024 12:39 PM
Last week's East Coast earthquake came as a surprise to everyone, and left many with questions about how they'd handle a
bigger quake, should it ever come. Whether you live somewhere that gets them regularly or not, it's always good to refresh your safety tips. Head over to
Mental Floss for a rundown on how to stay safe when the ground shakes.
By Staff
Friday, April 5, 2024 1:54 PM
Cherry blossoms are in
full bloom in Tokyo. Head over to
AP to be instantly transported and admire the blooms for yourself.
By Staff
Thursday, April 4, 2024 10:29 AM
There have been a few reports of
bird flu outbreaks in the U.S. this week, including a case of human infection. Head over to
AP for a look at what you need to know about the current state of avian flu.
By Staff
Wednesday, April 3, 2024 9:47 AM
A 7.4-magnitutde
earthquake hit Taiwan this week, the island's strongest in 25 years. Head over to
The New York Times for more on what we know about the quake and the aftermath.
By Staff
Tuesday, April 2, 2024 11:17 AM
Next week's total eclipse could bring up to
$1.5 billion to states that are on its path. Head over to
TIME for more on this natural phenomenon's economic impact.
By Staff
Monday, April 1, 2024 1:10 PM
Over the weekend, it was announced that legendary actor
Louis Gossett Jr. passed away at the age of 87. Head over to
CNN for a look back at his remarkable life, career and legacy.
By Staff
Friday, March 29, 2024 1:03 PM
Love it or hate it, someone will probably at least try to play a prank on you today. But where did
April Fools' Day come from, and why is it on April 1? Head over to
Mental Floss for a look at what we know.
By Staff
Thursday, March 28, 2024 11:40 AM
Those who celebrate Easter might notice a price hike on their
chocolate eggs and bunnies this year. Head over to
Fortune for more on how winds, rain and global climate patterns are driving up the cost.
By Staff
Wednesday, March 27, 2024 11:56 AM
On Tuesday morning, the
Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed after being hit by a cargo ship that had lost power. Six people are thought to have been killed in the tragic collapse. Visit
The New York Times for an in-depth look at just how this collapse happened.