By Staff
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 10:08 AM
In Oregon, the NBA's Portland Trail Blazers are literally blazing a trail on the accessibility front with the launch of
OneSport, a haptic device to help visually impaired fans watch the game. Head over to
Mental Floss to learn more about this groundbreaking inclusive technology.
By Staff
Tuesday, February 11, 2025 12:17 PM
It's a pretty common factoid that Stayin' Alive by the Bee Gees has the right rhythm for CPR, in case of emergency. But younger generations might not be familiar with the
popular song. Thankfully, many other songs fit the bill. Head over to
WebMD for a look at the new generation of CPR songs.
By Staff
Monday, February 10, 2025 11:17 AM
This year’s
Super Bowl commercials tapped comedy and nostalgia to appeal to the masses of viewers watching the Philadelphia Eagles dethrone the two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs. Check out the
Associated Press story to find out more.
By Staff
Friday, February 7, 2025 11:11 AM
Artist Tahj Williams is the first person to handcraft both the
Super Bowl logo and theme art. Williams’ work, which includes Black Masking culture in honor of Black History Month, will be featured on digital game tickets, the official program cover, the team jerseys for the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, the game ball, and the exterior of a hotel in New Orleans. Check out the
Associated Press story to find out more.
By Staff
Thursday, February 6, 2025 11:27 AM
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Derrick Nnadi and his girlfriend, Nani Hinton, visited The Humane Society of Greater Kansas City to coach Parsnip, a 4-month-old mutt, to make his debut at
Puppy Bowl XXI. Check out the
Associated Press story to find out more.
By Staff
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 10:26 AM
The Scottish government said it has
no plans to ban cats in Scotland following a report that branded felines as a threat to Scotland’s wildlife and suggested “containment” measures be considered to reduce the damage. Check out the
Detroit News story to find out more.
By Staff
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 10:39 AM
The 2025 Met Gala theme and dress code have officially been
announced. The theme "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," leads into the dress code: "Tailored for You." Head over to
Vogue for more on what the dress code means, and the history behind it.
By Staff
Monday, February 3, 2025 10:54 AM
The music industry gathered in Los Angeles on Sunday to celebrate the 2025
Grammy Awards. Head over to
Rolling Stone for a recap of the winners, and the most memorable moments of the night.
By Staff
Friday, January 31, 2025 11:07 AM
Getting ready to host a
Super Bowl party next weekend? Head over to
Mental Floss for a map of the most popular big game snacks by state to help take your menu to the next level.
By Staff
Thursday, January 30, 2025 11:37 AM
Norovirus is contagious and currently spreading, so it's important to be educated on the
stomach bug. Head over to
WebMD for some norovirus-related myth busting.
By Staff
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 10:56 AM
What is
bird flu, how worried do you need to be about it and what should you look out for? Head over to
WebMD for the latest on avian influenza.
By Staff
Tuesday, January 28, 2025 10:48 AM
Happy
Lunar New Year! Head over to
TIME to learn five facts about Lunar New Year, and see how it's celebrated around the world.
By Staff
Monday, January 27, 2025 10:16 AM
The
Super Bowl LIX matchup is officially set: The Philadelphia Eagles will face the Kansas City Chiefs in New Orleans on February 9. But who is favored? Head over to
The Athletic for a look at projections and analysis for the upcoming big game.
By Staff
Friday, January 24, 2025 11:26 AM
The 2025 Oscar nominees were announced last week, so where can you
catch up on them ahead of the ceremony in March? Head over to
The New York Times for all the information you need.