Georgetown Offers Olive Branch to Descendants of Slaves

on September 2, 2016

Georgetown University is offering admissions preference to the descendants of 272 slaves. Find out why the school is making the gesture.

Stuff Your Face for Chance at $3,300 from Wayback Burgers

on September 13, 2016

More than 800 iron-stomached contestants have signed up to compete for the cash reward, bragging rights and maybe some heartburn. Care to join them?

Kids Help Walmart Pick Hot Toys for the Holidays

on September 1, 2016

Relying on the enthusiastic recommendations of hundreds of children, the retailer has released its top toy picks for the upcoming holidays. Find out what made the cut.

Chick-fil-A Rolls Out New Health-Conscious Foods

on September 1, 2016

Kale and quinoa and chia seeds — oh my! The popular fast-food chain is adding new healthy ingredients and menu items at select locations in the U.S.

Passenger Plane Service to Cuba Begins

on August 31, 2016

For the first time in more than 50 years, a U.S. commercial flight has touched down in Cuba. More flights will soon follow.

Wednesday Is 50-Cent Corn Dog Day at Sonic

on August 30, 2016

Your lunch or dinner plans on Aug. 31 just got way easier. Sonic is practically giving away corn dogs all day.

America’s Most and Least ‘Successful’ States

on August 30, 2016

A new study ranks each state based on the financial success of residents. Find out where rich people in the U.S. are living and how your state measures up.

51 Percent of Workers Say This Is the Best Place to Work

on August 30, 2016

Where do workers say they are most productive? It’s probably not where you think.

How a Janitor Amassed an $8 Million Fortune

on August 29, 2016

Vermont janitor and gas station attendant Ronald Read died in 2014, but he is still teaching us that frugal living pays off — sometimes in a huge way — if you’re a savvy and patient investor.

Doing This to Photos? You Might Be Depressed

on August 29, 2016

A new study says the photo filters you use in Instagram provide an accurate picture of your mental health. Find out more.

The Surprising Reason Americans Are Not Buying Jewelry

on August 29, 2016

Jewelry stores across the U.S. are struggling to get customers, and industry leaders think they know why.

4 Reasons to Scale Back TV Binge-Watching Marathons

on August 29, 2016

It turns out binge-watching TV can impact your physical and emotional health and even take a toll on your sex life.

FDA Urges Zika Testing for All Blood Donations

on August 29, 2016

Federal health authorities are recommending that all blood donated in the U.S. be tested for the mosquito-borne disease. Find out what’s behind the suggestion.

Bar-Soap Sales Going Down the Drain

on August 29, 2016

Many Americans are ditching bar soap in favor of its liquid counterpart. Discover which two groups are driving the trend.

Facebook Thinks It Knows Your Politics

on August 25, 2016

Find out if the social media giant has you labeled as a liberal, moderate or conservative.

American Home Sizes Are Shrinking Again

on August 25, 2016

After years of growth, new single-family homes in the U.S. are finally getting a little smaller. Find out what’s behind the trend.

Get a $1 Hot Dog at Sonic on Aug. 25

on August 24, 2016

Relish this deal: $1 hot dogs at Sonic Drive-In all day on Thursday.

City’s New Tax Causes Soda Consumption to Plunge

on August 24, 2016

Find out what triggered the change in drinking habits in one city — and what it could mean for public health.

Why Is the Government Forking Over $20 Million for Cheese?

on August 24, 2016

The U.S. government is buying a whopping 11 million pounds of cheese. Find out why, as well as who is going to eat all that cheese.

These 7 Foods Can Make Your Dog Sick — or Worse

on March 3, 2017

Just because a food is good for you doesn’t mean it’s good for Fido. Find out which foods can be toxic to our four-legged friends.

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