Today, environmentalists are celebrating the 40th anniversary of the founding of the United States Environmental Protection Agency, but all citizens should take a moment to appreciate the breadth of this federal agency's achievements over such a short span of time.
In a positive trend that began in the late 20th century, murder rates have declined significantly in many US cities, but so, too, have burglary rates. Is yours on the list?
Once in a while, you hear an old war story that restores your faith in humanity. A new book explores the incredible encounter of two WWII pilots in mid-air -- a rookie American on his first bombing mission, piloting a crippled aircraft that was missing an engine and a German flying ace who not only saluted, then spared the rookie, but escorted him out of enemy airspace.
According to new data released Wednesday, the number and rate of abortions in the U.S. have fallen to their lowest level in decades. The study of data from 47 states by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported the rate in 2013 was 12.5 abortions per one thousand women, ages 15 to 44— down five […]
Tributes are pouring in from the co-stars of the beloved American television performer, Florence Henderson who died at 82 this week.
Check out some of the highlights from this year's Medal of Freedom Award ceremony featuring artists, actors, innovators, and athletes.
Deadly diseases: look out! More and more innovative treatments are on the way to cure the world of debilitating illness.
These sculptures are carefully designed to boggle the mind – as long as they're viewed from the correct angle.
People may disagree over his politics, but it's hard not to chuckle watching him puzzle over how to spend his retirement.
Jon Stewart mostly stayed out of the presidential campaign, but a new interview gave him the opportunity to, once again, provide his thoughtful perspective.
Though research has supported the medicinal use of marijuana in the past, this University of British Colombia study confirmed what we've always known.
A biker foundation in Huron, Ohio is bringing some hope and a smile to children who are having a rough time. The Bikers Against Abused and Neglected Children Foundation is dedicated to helping stop the abuse of children and to enrich the lives of those who have been a victim of neglect.