Jennifer Billock

Scientific Discoveries of the 2010s

From the origins of our species to clues about the future of the universe, scientific discoveries achieved in the last decade transformed our understanding of our world. Here are 14 of the most momentous.... READ ON

Weighted Blanket Benefits Fact vs Fiction

Weighted blankets users swear by these coverings' comfort and anxiety-reducing qualities ... but some experts say the science behind their touted health benefits is still pretty light.... READ ON

A Founder of Earth Day Looks Back on How It Began

On April 22, 1970, Denis Hayes stood on a stage in Central Park, stunned by the number of people who'd come to honor the planet.... READ ON

Inside the Space Camp Designed for Blind and Visually Impaired Kids

In the 27 years of SCIVIS, more than 3800 students from almost every state and more than 20 countries have attended.... READ ON

4 Spectacular Shipwrecks You Can Dive Near Chicago

Rediscover forgotten history—80 feet below the surface.... READ ON

Where Swimming With Otters Brings Peace and Healing to Kids (and Adults)

Nurtured by Nature’s main goal is to offer animal programs for kids through the Make A Wish Foundation.... READ ON

Crocheted Coral Reefs Raise Awareness of Real Reefs' Destruction

Sisters Margaret and Christine Wertheim started the Crochet Coral Reef project in 2005 when they learned pollution and global warming may soon completely destroy the Great Barrier Reef in their home country of Australia.... READ ON

10 True Tales of Pitbull Heroism

6 Unexpected Island Namesakes

Forget explorers, saints, or officials: These islands were named after more unusual people.... READ ON

Courthouse Dogs Help Victims Tell Their Stories

Currently, 98 pooches work as facility dogs across 31 states.... READ ON

How Social Media Is Helping to Save Endangered Languages

From Sami to Ayapaneco, dying languages are getting a second life thanks to social media.... READ ON

Cats Find Homes in Prisons—and Reform Inmates

Cats help convicts learn to be less violent and more caring—and they get stable homes in the process.... READ ON

8 Curious Civil War-Era Recipes We Still Eat Today

Think of it as some of the original farm-to-table cuisine.... READ ON

Why We Stalk Our Exes on Facebook

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