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San Francisco's burning question: Are we ready for Waymo Google cars?
After an incident with one of Google's driverless vehicles in San Francisco, Way.com explores whether the city is ready to adopt these …
Can background checks show whether your identity was stolen?
Money.com offers tips and information to consider when conducting a background check on yourself.
Safest and most affordable cities in the US
MoneyGeek analyzed cost data from the Census Bureau's one-year American Community Survey and MIT's Living Wage Calculator, focusing on …
Rural Americans were less likely to enroll in a federal broadband assistance program. Now it's too late to sign up
The Daily Yonder reports on the federal government halting enrollment in a program that helps millions of Americans afford their …
States where the most people are receiving substance use treatment
Ophelia mapped and analyzed the number of patients in substance use facilities per capita across the U.S., using SAMHSA survey data.
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Most common settings for foodborne outbreaks in the US

FoodReady used data from the CDC to explore the most common settings that facilitated foodborne illnesses in the U.S. from 2009 to 2021.

Marine Toys for Tots is Honored with Humanitarian Award

(NewsUSA) - Thanks to the ongoing support of the American public, the Marine Toys for Tots Program was honored to receive the esteemed Humanitarian Award at the 26th Annual CBS Family Film and TV …

Know as They Grow: How birth defects affect each stage of life

(Family Features) Birth defects, structural changes that affect one or more parts of the body, are the leading cause of infant mortality. To help improve the lives of people living with birth defects, consider this information.

Discover 5 affordable ways to make the most of summer
(BPT) - Summer is just around the corner! With the kids out of school, it's the perfect time to plan a trip or two and spend quality …
Create a Quiet Luxury Capsule Wardrobe for Your Child
(BPT) - While minimalist dressing isn’t an entirely new trend, the term “quiet luxury” was popularized in 2023 and …
Safeguarding your finances: A guide to protecting yourself from fraud
(BPT) - In today's digital age, the growing portion of our lives taking place online has led to an increased risk of fraud. …
What to Buy During Gerber Childrenswear’s Biggest Sale of the Year
(BPT) - Gerber Childrenswear’s biggest sale of the year is back — and bigger than ever. The spring Semi-Annual Sale of 2024 is …
Secrets to getting a good night's rest
(BPT) - Did you know nearly 8 in 10 Americans are trying to improve their sleep this year? In a recent survey, nearly half ranked this …
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Decorate Your Way to a Festive St. Patrick's Day

(Family Features) Pairing Shepherd's pie and potato soup with green pints and Irish delights are surefire signs of St. Patrick's Day celebrations. A few seasonal touches are all it takes to complement a menu of corned beef and cabbage.

Extreme Weather Prep

(Family Features) As one season gives way to another, fluctuating temperatures can lead to extreme weather that puts your personal safety and property at risk.

Top 10 U.S. cities with the healthiest residents

SmartAsset ranked 100 of the largest U.S. cities to find the healthiest places based on 10 metrics including obesity, physical activity levels, and air pollution.

The land trust helping India's 'slum-dwelling' women design climate-resilient homes

Next City looks at how, amid soaring temperatures and floods, women in India's cramped informal settlements are replacing their homes with sustainable, heat-proof alternatives.

What Nobody Tells You About Recovering from Breast Cancer

(BPT) - Pain. Fatigue. Scars. Depression. These are side effects we often hear about and associate with life-saving mastectomy surgeries. But did you know that total or partial chest numbness is a …

Pregnant & Protected: The Importance of COVID-19 Vaccination for Those Who Are Pregnant

(BPT) - COVID-19 is still here this fall and presents a higher risk of severe illness and complications that can affect you and your developing baby. Severe illness can result in admission to an …

America's biggest universal basic mobility experiment is taking place in L.A.
Next City looks at early data behind a "mobility wallet" pilot program that is giving South L.A. residents $150 per month to spend on …
Will 2024 voter turnout be the same as in the 2020 presidential election?
Just over two-thirds of adults in the U.S. voted in 2020, but from state to state, turnout ranged from 54% to 80%, leaving a lot of …
Population growth is greatest in these US states
Way.com looks at Census Bureau data to see which states are losing or gaining the most people.
Demoted, deleted, and denied: There's more than just shadowbanning on Instagram
An investigation by The Markup found that Instagram demoted images of the Israel–Hamas war, deleted captions without warning, and …
What do you use rideshare for? It depends on your bank account
Lyft surveyed more than 30,000 riders across the U.S. and Canada to determine whether rideshare use varies with income level—it …