With its not-bad academic rating of 86/99, its attractive campus, its sunny climate, and its proximity to sand and surf, the University of California at Santa Barbara might seem like a collegiate paradise. If…
Is America on the verge of going CBD-crazy? There’s some evidence that we’re headed that way. Cannabidiol, or CBD — an active but not psychoactive compound found in marijuana (that is, it won’t get…
Most Americans have never heard of one of the most common forms of skin cancer — one that’s about five times more common than melanoma, and is estimated to kill about twice as many…
If you’re a young man in America today — and especially a young black man — you might want to give law enforcement a wide berth. A new study found that shootings, chokeholds, and…
It seems like it should be simple for car companies to maintain customer loyalty — if they make good cars, people should keep buying them. Often, drivers find a car they like and, when…
Washington State is split on their support for three Democratic rivals: Joe Biden, Bernie Sanders, and Elizabeth Warren. Warren is currently starting to make a move, especially after two decent debates and good media…
It is well-established that our bodies need omega-3 fatty acids, substances found primarily in certain varieties of fish (one kind also appears in nuts and seeds). Among other benefits, these compounds have been shown…
Sesame seeds are on hamburger buns, bagels, and crackers, and in cereals; the oil is commonly used in Asian dishes; the paste is an ingredient of hummus. Even some non-food items, like cosmetics and…
Though it wasn’t technically the first video streaming service — that honor goes to Hongkong Telecom’s now-defunct iTV — when the faltering DVD-rental-by-mail business Netflix started delivering movies directly to customers’ computers in 2007,…
A new survey of some 75 U.S. cities that have established greenhouse-gas reduction targets reveals that no more than a dozen are on track to achieve their objectives. According to the 2019 City Clean…
Marijuana-using drivers beware: A new device can help the police determine whether or not you’re high behind the wheel. We all know that we shouldn’t drive drunk, or let our friends have the car…
Americans’ lifestyle is mostly determined by their income. Another factor, however, is where they live. The cost of everyday necessities, like food, transportation, and rent, varies considerably nationwide and can impact how far an…
Owning a home is a big part of the American dream for many people. But buying a house is becoming harder, and more than three-quarters of Americans now feel that renting is cheaper, according…
Everyone has different weather preferences. Some people enjoy the crisp, cool air of an autumn morning, while others look forward to a hot summer day so they can go to the beach. But nearly…
The U.S. job market is in a period of unprecedented growth. The number of working Americans has increased for 105 consecutive months — a record streak. This coincides with an even longer period of…
When planning a wedding, the couple and their families want to make the ceremony and reception a memorable celebration of love — and whoever is financing the event often spares no expense to make…
There are few thrills that sports fans enjoy more than watching their team hoist the championship trophy. Fans of long-suffering franchises dream of the day when their team shakes off its past woes and…
College is often touted as the pathway to a brighter financial future. But this is not always the case. The cost of tuition, books, lodging, and more can be expensive, and it drives many…
Buying a new car can be a truly daunting task. There are hundreds of models to choose from across dozens of brands, and sifting through reviews of quality, performance, design, and more can be…
Automobiles have revolutionized the world, allowing people to travel with unmatched ease. Unfortunately, the speed and size of cars can make them dangerous — more than 37,000 Americans lost their lives in car crashes…
