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Midcentury modern design in 10 essential pieces

Singulart used historical information and context from museums, experienced furniture resellers, and designers to compile a list of 10 pieces that embody midcentury modern design.

50 coldest cities in America on Christmas

Here's how to support transgender youth, according to trans teens

25 over-the-top Christmas displays from across America

New vehicle costs are tempering but remain high relative to income

The General used data from Cox Automotive and Moody's Analytics to examine new vehicle affordability over the last decade for American consumers.

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Walmart+ Hits a High Note with Members Looking to Sleigh the Season

(BPT) - It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but dashing through the snow for parties, plays and presents may have you longing for a silent night. Now a Walmart+ membership is bringing joy …

Brett Eldredge’s Top 10 Holiday Decor Picks

(BPT) - This is it, folks. Platinum-selling recording artist Brett “Mr. Christmas” Eldredge has unwrapped his décor picks for the 2023 holiday season, and it might just be the …

Real or artificial? A forestry scientist explains how to choose the most sustainable Christmas tree, no matter what it's made of

Every year, Americans buy somewhere between 35 million and 50 million Christmas trees , and many more pull an artificial tree out of storage for the season. In all, about three-quarters of U.S. …

5 Simple Holiday Hosting Hacks

(Family Features) Make this season's holiday hosting effortless and enjoyable with these tips and this delicious holiday-themed recipe for Iced Gingerbread Caramel Coffee that is sure to become a favorite.

Score Big with This Year’s Top Stocking Stuffers

(NewsUSA) - The holidays are right around the corner, and it’s time to think about stuffing those stockings. Check out this guide for details on this years can’t miss gifts from Spin …

Quick and easy spruce-ups that will elevate your home for holiday guests

(BPT) - ‘Tis the season for ugly sweater parties, merry mocktail gatherings and holiday cookie exchanges. While many enjoy playing hostess with the mostest, holiday entertaining can come with …

For happier holidays and a safer new year, be extra careful on the roads.

Unexpected Driving Hazards: Don’t Get Caught Off-Guard

(NAPSI)—The holiday season, with its festive spirit, family gatherings, and vacation plans, can also include some unexpected driving challenges—but you can still navigate them safely. How …

4 self-care secrets for a joyful holiday season

(BPT) - The holidays can be a happy yet hectic time. Between planning, cooking and hosting celebrations, your focus often shifts to the joy of others. As you check your list twice to make sure …

Sweet and Savory Ways to Shake Up Holiday Celebrations

(Family Features) As a versatile nut that can be used throughout the holidays, pecans have you covered so you can cook and enjoy a myriad of dishes.

Festive Peppermint Snacks with a Flavorful Pop

(Family Features) Among the many enchanting elements of the holiday season, the family traditions and familiar flavors of favorite foods enjoyed year after year bring loved ones together better than perhaps any other occasion.

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Hanukkah celebrations have changed dramatically − but the same is true of Christmas

Candles on a large Hanukkah menorah shine in front of a Christmas tree at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany, in 2015. Gregor Fischer/picture alliance via Getty Images Hanukkah is not the Jewish …

Why Franklin, Washington and Lincoln considered American democracy an 'experiment' -- and were unsure if it would survive

Voters in a county election, 1854. Etching by John Sartain after painting by George Caleb Bingham; National Gallery of Art From the time of the founding era to the present day, one of the more common …

Hate crimes are on the rise − but the narrow legal definition makes it hard to charge and convict

A Hasidic man walks past a police patrol car in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, N.Y. Andrew Lichtenstein/Corbis via Getty Images With hate crimes, context is everything, and events outside …

How sacred images in many Asian cultures incorporate divine presence and make them come 'alive'

A gilded statue of the Buddha at Wat Phanan Choeng Temple in Thailand. Kittipong Chararoj/ iStock via Getty Images Plus Walking into a favorite restaurant here in Knoxville, Tennessee, I was …

New England stone walls lie at the intersection of history, archaeology, ecology and geoscience, and deserve a science of their own

A typical New England stone wall in Hebron, Conn. Robert M. Thorson, CC BY-ND The abandoned fieldstone walls of New England are every bit as iconic to the region as lobster pots, town greens, sap …

Why isn't there any sound in space? An astronomer explains why in space no one can hear you scream

Matter in deep space is very spread out, which makes it impossible for any sound waves to travel. NASA, ESA, CSA, STScI Curious Kids is a series for children of all …

How Christmas is celebrated around the world

Stacker dove into some of the ways people celebrate Christmas across the globe. Read on to learn more and gain inspiration for new family traditions.

20 celebrations this holiday season besides Christmas

Stacker compiled a list of fall and winter holidays celebrated all over the world, including religious festivals, ceremonies honoring the change of seasons, and secular events.

The science of procrastination and how to beat it

Wysa researched the psychology behind procrastination, what makes people do it, and how they can work to overcome it.

Tips to Make Holiday Giving Stress-Free

(BPT) - It’s the most wonderful time of the year. This means good cheer, festive gatherings, and a fair amount of stress. But there are ways to shop, prepare and get great gifts with ease. …

Unique baby names from the year you were born

Stacker highlighted one of the least-used baby names from each year between 1950 and 2022, using data from the Social Security Administration.

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The promise of Suboxone depends on erasing stigma in opioid use disorder treatment

Ophelia analyzed data and studies from the National Institutes of Health to break down the stigmatization of medication-assisted treatment.

Health care inflation remains low as other services continue to spike

Vivian Health used data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics to examine year-over-year inflation for health care services compared to other services.

10 of the most downloaded mobile games of all time

Gamesville has compiled the 10 most downloaded games for Android devices using data from AppBrain.

The midcentury architecture of the Space Age in 5 essential Googie buildings

Living Spaces found five iconic Googie buildings using a variety of architectural, design, news, and travel sources.

The most unique baby name in your state last year

Stacker found unique baby names from 2022 in the Social Security Administration's baby names database and highlighted one from each state.

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 …

Where to find women, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ owned businesses to support this holiday season

Flowcode compiled a list of five resources to help discover women-, BIPOC-, and LGBTQ+-owned businesses this holiday season.

The bestselling video game consoles of all time—and dramas behind them

Video game consoles are at the heart of the industry, but which has the all-time best sales? Casino Bonus CA analyzed VGChartz to find out.

How adolescent substance use treatment has changed over the past 70 years

Sandstone Care explored SAMHSA data and other research to look at the evolution and availability of adolescent substance use disorder treatment.

CheapInsurance.com identified five popular retirement activities and cities with the greatest public access, citing Trust for Public Land data.

Most overachieving NBA regular season teams since 1996-97

The Game Day compiled a ranking of the most overachieving NBA regular season teams since 1996-97 using data from Basketball Reference.

For happier holidays, determine how to keep your kids amused while school is out.

Pointers For Parents on Handling Screen Time

(NAPSI)—The holiday season conjures images and feelings of warmth, comfort, and joy. In many families with children, however, parents worry about the amount of time their kids will spend online …

Dontate to Toys for Tots on Giving TOYSday

Donate to Toys for Tots on Giving TOYSday

(NewsUSA) - The 2023 Marine Toys for Tots campaign season is well underway as Marines and volunteers work tirelessly with local businesses, media, and community leaders to provide holiday hope and …

Make a Difference for Children this Holiday Season

(Family Features) With crises and emergencies all over the world, you can make a difference with gifts that give back while showing your loved ones just how much you care.