Michigan man killed when cannon at baby shower explodes
A cannon device fired in a Michigan backyard during a baby shower blew up, spraying shrapnel that hit a 26-year-old man, who later died at a hospital.
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Watch Now: Meet the world's oldest bat who lives in Texas
Meet the world's oldest bat who is too old to fly but loves being carried outside for a sunbath.
Watch now: Rescuers dig to save people after India glacier break
India rescuers worked to save people trapped after a glacier breach sent water and debris down a mountain, leaving at least 26 dead and scores missing.
Throngs of maskless fans took to Tampa's streets to celebrate Super Bowl win
Crowds of fans who weren't wearing masks or practicing social distancing could be seen celebrating the Buccaneers' 31-9 win over the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday night.
The 5 best and 5 worst Super Bowl commercials of 2021. Watch them here.
Every Super Bowl, for better and worse, some commercials leave more than a fleeting impression. Watch 10 that accomplished that in 2021:
Review: The Weeknd’s disorienting Super Bowl halftime show felt right
The Weeknd, a.k.a. Canadian pop star Abel Tesfaye, found a way to do it all in a show that straddled the line of excess and commentary. A review and photo gallery from the halftime show:
How the Nordic 'friluftsliv' lifestyle can fight wintertime and pandemic blues
"It's not just about being outdoorsy, it's about taking advantage of every moment you have in nature."
Next stop, Mars: 3 spacecraft arriving on red planet in quick succession
After hurtling hundreds of millions of miles through space since last summer, three robotic explorers are ready to hit the brakes at Mars. The stakes — and anxiety — are sky high.
How to boot up for winter hikes
Winter hikes require more preparation and call for some special considerations. Here are some tips.
Democrats to unveil $3,000 child benefit as part of virus relief package
House Democratic leaders will unveil legislation Monday that would give millions of families at least $3,000 per child, advancing a key provision in President Biden's $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package.
The good side of bacteria: Probiotics can help maintain healthy gut
Probiotics may help maintain a healthy and happy gut, but make sure you choose the right sources.
Zoom icebreakers: Better conversation starters than ‘How are you?’
The question “How are you?” falls particularly flat on Zoom. Instead, try one of these six more genuine and optimistic conversation-opening lines.
In the nearly 232-year history of the US Senate, there have only been 11 Black senators
Newly elected Raphael Warnock is only the 11th Black US senator since the Senate convened for the first time in 1789. Here are the 11 senators:
10 books that will bring color to a drab winter
In the middle of winter, people start craving color. Here are 10 books to remind us that eventually our landscape will be filled with color again.
Rock-a-bye, puppy: 5 tips to stop pup's crying at night
A puppy's nighttime crying is not unusual. These tips can help calm a pup before bedtime. Be patient, and your puppy will soon settle into a routine.
Earth Talk: Are hunters really the biggest conservationists in America?
Hunters do play a large part in conservation efforts across the U.S. through their taxes, licenses and donations. That being said, the mere act of hunting alone is not conservation.
The cities most prepared to work from home
In addition to having the necessary hardware and internet access, being able to create a clear boundary between your home life and work life can make all the difference when working from home.
Here's when McDonald's is bringing back the Shamrock Shake
St. Patrick's Day is several weeks away, but McDonald's is already getting ready with the arrival of the Shamrock Shake.
A toddler is about to release an album recorded in the womb
So many talented musicians got their start as children, from Mozart to Michael Jackson. Fifteen-months-old Luca Yupanqui has them all beat: she recorded her first album before being born.
Trump impeachment trial confronts memories of Capitol insurrection
The impeachment trial of Donald Trump is more than an effort to convict the ex-president of inciting an insurrection. It's a chance for a public accounting of the worst attack on the U.S. Capitol in 200 years.
