Trial starts Monday on charges Smollett faked racist attack in 2019
Jussie Smollett is going on trial this week, accused of lying to police when he reported he was the victim of a racist, homophobic attack in Chicago nearly three years ago.
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Why are barns painted red?
Barns are practical buildings, designed to safeguard farm animals and equipment. Why are so many painted to stand out from the landscape?
What's the right age to spay or neuter your dog? Here’s what to know
When is the earliest your dog can be spayed or neutered? Here’s what to know about the latest research on the topic and more.
Why WHO skipped 'nu,' 'xi' for new COVID variant
Social media users correctly noted that WHO skipped two letters, leading to questions about the move. Here are the facts.
Josephine Baker, 1st Black woman honored in French Pantheon
France is inducting Josephine Baker — Missouri-born cabaret dancer, French World War II spy and civil rights activist — into its Pantheon.
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson gives his own custom truck to Navy veteran in viral video
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson recently created an unforgettable moment for one special, and deserving, fan.
Pets are increasingly influencing their owners' housing decisions
Pets are affecting their owners' home choices, whether it's the neighborhood they choose, the home they buy or rent, or how they decorate the space.
Amadeus travel survey for 2022 shows strong trends in technology, ecotourism
As the pandemic subsides, new trends have been revealed. There has been much speculation about how travel would emerge but now there is data from travel technology company Amadeus to confirm the suspicions. “As the travel sector recovers, we are seeing some truly exciting trends emerge that will shape the industry," said Dan Batchelor, vice president, global corporate communications and social ...
An appreciation: Perfectionist. Genius. Icon. That was Stephen Sondheim
The theatrical giant, who died Friday at 91, was as complex as his lyrics, dogmatic in his rules and not generous with praise about his work.
Not real news roundup: A look at what didn't happen this week
Despite what posts on social media say, Fox News wasn't banned from UK, and Nancy Pelosi didn't purchase a $25 million mansion in Florida. Here are the facts.
Thanksgiving weekend offers a box office feast for kids and adults
This Thanksgiving weekend is offering a box office feast with two genres that have been lacking on the menu so far this year: family movies and non-franchise films aimed at adults.
It’s OK to sit out Black Friday this year
It’s that time of year when retailers seem to join forces to plant a message in shoppers’ minds: “Buy Stuff on Black Friday, or You Are a Fool.”
Take a trip to a national park with our Destinations Photo Contest
Our Destinations Travel Photo Contest hosted some wonderful photos taken by travelers such as YOU! From wildlife to waterfalls, sunsets to mountains, peaceful farms to bustling big cities, we saw it all!
True-crime TV fuels 'missing white woman syndrome.' Two new docs aim to change that
Two documentaries, "Black and Missing" and "Murdered and Missing in Montana," break the true-crime mold and instead highlight cases of Black and Indigenous women who've gone missing.
Watch Now: Male seahorse gives birth at Illinois Zoo
Watch a male dwarf seahorse give birth to seahorse fry at the Brookfield Zoo in Illinois.
2021 holiday gift guide: How to find the right gift for everyone
Answer a few questions about who you're shopping for and this interactive guide will help you find something for everyone on your list.
How to find (and survive) a Buy Nothing group
It's never been easier to get involved in the Buy Nothing Project, the giving-and-wishes movement that saw its numbers soar during the pandemic.
Prayer apps are flooding the market, but how well do they work?
A scholar of Christian spirituality argues that prayers are meant to bring together a faith community — something apps aren’t likely to achieve.
Creative gift ideas for the casual home cook
From exciting spice blends to candles that deliver on ambiance, we bring you our top picks for gifting that friend who’s always whipping up new culinary creations.
Stop package theft now: These smart home devices can protect your deliveries
A number of strategies can foil porch pirates' evil plans, and bringing a few smart home gadgets into play is high on the list.
