Largest US gay rights group issues Florida travel advisory
The largest LGBTQ+ rights organization in the U.S. has joined other civil rights organizations in issuing a travel advisory for Florida
1970-01-01 08:00
8 tips for parents and teens on social media use — from the US surgeon general
The U.S. surgeon general is calling for tech companies and lawmakers to take “immediate action” to protect kids’ and adolescents’ mental health on social media
1970-01-01 08:00
Big Poo-Tential: Researchers in Japan Built a House Using Old Diapers
Civil engineer Siswanti Zuraida built a concrete structure using diapers that would otherwise sit in a landfill for decades, making for a literal brick sh-t house.
1970-01-01 08:00
A lifetime of racism makes Alzheimer’s more prevalent in Black Americans
Black Americans are more likely than white Americans to develop Alzheimer’s disease
1970-01-01 08:00
Ming Dynasty box that sat in an attic for decades sells for $358,000
A 15th century Chinese box which went unnoticed for decades has sold for £288,000 (about $358,000), smashing its expected price at auction.
1970-01-01 08:00
When you adopt a desert tortoise, prepare for a surprisingly social and zippy pet
They’re not fluffy, they don’t play fetch and they certainly don’t roll over
1970-01-01 08:00
Millennial Money: How to pick a socially responsible bank
Now is a great time to look for a bank or credit union that aligns with your values
1970-01-01 08:00
Jockey suicides shadow horse racing, bring attention to stress and mental health concerns of the job
The horse racing community was stunned earlier this year when 23-year-old Avery Whisman and 29-year-old Alex Canchari died by suicide less than six weeks apart
1970-01-01 08:00
Some worshippers switching congregations amid United Methodist split over LGBTQ issues
Thousands of United Methodist congregations have been voting on whether to stay or quit one of the nation’s largest denominations amid intractable debates over theology and the role of LGBTQ people
1970-01-01 08:00
8 tips for parents and teens on social media use — from the U.S. surgeon general
Dr. Vivek Murthy, the U.S. surgeon general, is calling for “immediate action” by tech companies and lawmakers to protect kids’ and adolescents’ mental health on social media
1970-01-01 08:00
Why an empty sand plot in Dubai sold for a record $34M
An undeveloped piece of luxury Jumeirah Bay Island is snapped up by an unknown buyer for 125 million dirhams -- a little over $34 million -- showing that demand for high-end vacation home real estate in the emirate remains high despite global economic turmoil.
1970-01-01 08:00
Car seats and baby formula are regulated. Is social media next?
The U_S_ Surgeon General is warning there is not enough evidence to show that social media is safe for young people — and is calling on tech companies, parents and caregivers to take “immediate action to protect kids now.”
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