Dev Shah Wins the Spelling Bee

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Friday, June 2, 2023 10:53 AM Last week, 14-year-old Dev Shah from Largo, Florida, won the the Scripps National Spelling Bee after spelling the word "psammophile" correctly. Head over to The New York Times to see the emotional moment he won, and learn some more about Shah. 

A New R.S.V. Vaccine

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Thursday, June 1, 2023 9:42 AM Last week, the FDA approved a new R.S.V. vaccine for older adults, with vaccines expected to be available in the Fall. Head over to The New York Times for more on this update, and a look at why R.S.V. vaccines are so important. 

Strong Memorial Day Travel Kicks Off the Summer

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023 11:23 AM This year, Memorial Day weekend was even busier than pre-pandemic travel, CNN reports. In fact, the TSA screened 12.4 million people over the Memorial Day travel period, a number that the Agency hasn't seen since pre-pandemic days. Head over to CNN for more on this jump in travel, and what it means for the summer. 

Keeping Pets Safe From the Summer Sun

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023 10:49 AM We know plenty about how to protect ourselves from harsh UV rays in the summer, but our beloved furry friends also need to be looked after as the days heat up. Head over to Mental Floss for some more information on keeping dogs safe from the sun.

What's on the Horizon for Hurricane Season?

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Friday, May 26, 2023 11:59 AM Last week, forecasters at National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shared some predictions for the 2023 hurricane season. Generally, NOAA expects a "near-normal," season, The New York Times reports, but there is some uncertainty. Head over to The Times for more. 

What to Watch This Summer

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Thursday, May 25, 2023 11:21 AM The season of summer blockbusters is about to kick off in full force. Head over to The New York Times for a preview of the big movies slated to come out this summer, both in streaming and at the theater. 

Tina Turner, Hailed as the ‘Queen of Rock and Roll,’ Dies at 83

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023 3:38 PM Tina Turner, the dynamic rock and soul singer who rose from humble beginnings and overcame a notoriously abusive marriage to become one of the most popular female artists of all time, died yesterday. A riveting live performer, Turner had a string of R&B hits in the 1960s and early ’70s with her domineering and violent husband Ike Turner before she left him—fleeing their Dallas hotel room with 36 cents, according to CNN. Head over to CNN for a look back at one of Rock’s most iconic performers.

Scientists Find Brain Signals of Chronic Pain

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023 11:30 AM A new study linked chronic pain to activity in the orbitofrontal cortex, an area involved in emotion regulation, self-evaluation and decision making. Researchers have for the first time recorded the brain’s firing patterns while a person is feeling chronic pain, paving the way for implanted devices to one day predict pain signals or even short-circuit them. Head over to The New York Times to learn more about this groundbreaking neurological discovery.

Do Dress Sneakers Belong in the Oval Office?

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Monday, May 22, 2023 12:30 PM Do dress sneakers belong in the Oval Office? It did not go unnoticed when a group of politicians were photographed last week wearing the footwear hybrid. The style director of GQ called the shoe "awful," according to The New York Times.

Beat the Summer Heat

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Friday, May 19, 2023 12:14 PM Summer is coming, and it's getting hot out there. Head over to the CDC for some important tips to help you and your loved ones stay safe and beat the heat this summer.

The Titanic's Twin

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Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:09 AM This week, researchers shared a stunning and massive "digital twin" of the wreckage of the Titanic—a model that took nearly eight months to create. Head over to The New York Times for more on this impressive project, and to take a look at that "digital twin."

The Names of 2022

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023 9:44 AM Each year, the Social Security Administration shares a list of the 20 most popular names given to babies born that year—10 names for girls and 10 names for boys. Head over to Mental Floss for a look at 2022's list, which sees Liam and Olivia top the rankings once again. 

A Peek at Cannes

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023 10:08 AM The 2023 Cannes Film Festival kicked off on Tuesday and will run through next Saturday, May 27. Head over to Vulture for a look at what films are premiering this year, from a new Pixar to the latest Indiana Jones. 

Memorial Day Travel Heats Up

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Monday, May 15, 2023 11:52 AM The unofficial start of summer is on the horizon, and so is busy travel season. This year, AAA expects to see 42.3 million Americans traveling for Memorial Day, making it the third busiest since the year 2000. Head over to AAA for more on this year's upcoming summer travel. 

Some Eurovision Fun Facts

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Friday, May 12, 2023 11:53 AM The 2023 Eurovision finals took place this weekend, concluding a fantastically fun week of music, art and cultural celebration. Head over to Mental Floss for some facts you might not have known about the annual song contest.