Could Banned Chemicals Be Lurking in Your Kitchen?
Toxic chemicals that have been banned for nearly four decades may be hiding in kitchens across the United States, new research suggests. Polychlorinated biphenyls, more…
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Culture
Living Near Green Space May Make for a Healthier You
Planning a move in the future? You might want to make sure there are parks nearby. Research suggests that people who live near parks and…
Read onUnchecked Air Pollution a Death Sentence for Millions: Study
Quicker action to cut fossil fuel emissions and slow climate change could prevent as many as 153 million premature deaths worldwide this century, new research…
Read onClimate Change Will Bring Hotter Summers to U.S.
Get ready for extreme heat. Researchers warn that climate change will soon trigger more severe summers across the United States. Heat waves — the leading…
Read onThat Ocean Swim May Come With Infection Risks
Frolicking in the sea may torpedo your health, new research suggests. It found a twofold increased risk for general ear problems, a 77 percent increased…
Read onNow’s the Time to Tackle Springtime Allergies
With spring allergy season just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about how to deal with your symptoms, experts say. “Bottom line, very…
Read onSocial Media Friends Can Bruise Your Body Image
Seeing too many social media posts from friends about their fitness activity can harm your body image, a new study contends. “When people received more…
Read onWhy It’s Great to Learn a Second Language
Is learning a second language on your bucket list? Here’s compelling evidence to get started right away. Numerous studies at institutions, including Penn State, have…
Read onSome Smart Ways to Jumpstart Your Recycling Program
Working toward a healthier environment involves more than separating glass and plastic. Try a new take on the three “R’s” — recycle, reduce and reuse…
Read onFor Supersized Cities, the More Trees the Better
Increasing the number of trees in extremely large cities can lead to significant health and financial benefits, a new study claims. The researchers focused on…
Read onTake Your Houseplant to Work Day
Do you often feel grumpy at work? Sometimes a small change in your surroundings can have a big effect on your mood. According to a…
Read onSticking to Your Diet While on the Road
Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, resist taking a vacation from the smart eating strategies you follow at home. Start off on the right…
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Profiles
Shelley Zalis Dispels the Myth of Emotion In the Boardroom
Shelley Zalis has had an eclectic career trajectory, to say the least. She began in the corporate world and transitioned to the tech world, where …
The Culinary Spirit of Chef Dominique Crenn
Dominique Crenn, known for her San Francisco restaurants Atelier Crenn (which has received two coveted Michelin stars) and Petit Crenn, is the World’s Best Female …
Ada Lovelace Day: Celebrating Women in Science
As the name implies, Ada Lovelace Day (ALD) is a day dedicated to Ada Lovelace. Just as importantly, it’s a day for celebrating the women …
Deanne Bell: Engineer, TV Host, & Education Advocate
When you talk about a modern-day Renaissance woman, Deanne Bell pretty much fits that bill to a T. Since she was a child, Bell was …