Why Shark's Ice Cream Wants To Put Nice Cream Out Of Business
The Liberian owner of Shark's Ice Cream thinks Nice Cream, owned by a Lebanese businessman, should be shut down. What's her argument?
Health & Safety
Germ History: From Measles To Syphilis, How We Created The Golden Age Of Germs
Ten thousand years ago, many of our deadly human diseases didn't exist. What happened?
Obamacare Brought Jobs To Indian Country That Could Vanish With Repeal
Many Native Americans have shifted to the Affordable Care Act for health coverage, and in rural Montana that's created jobs. The state could lose 3,000 health care jobs if the ACA is repealed.
Since The Election, Americans Grow More Supportive Of Obamacare
There are now more people who think Obamacare is a good idea than those who don't. It's basic human nature: People tend to get upset if they think they are about to lose something they feel entitled to or previously had. It's also the idea that fueled Donald Trump's electoral base, and ironically, now fuels those who are opposed to him.
Think Your Hearing's Great? You Might Want To Check It Out
About a quarter of adults who think their hearing is fine actually have some hearing loss, according to the CDC. And many of them are in their 20s. Activities of daily living are often to blame.
In West Virginia, Men In Recovery Look To Trump For A 'Helping Hand'
Residents of a drug treatment center in Huntington, W.Va., hope President Trump follows through on promises to fight the addiction crisis. Many are worried about how they'll pay for their health care.
Raise Your (He)art Rate With A Workout At The Met
Seeing a great work of art might quicken your pulse, but the Metropolitan Museum of Art is hoping you'll break a sweat, too. A dance company is offering literally breathtaking tours of the museum.
Even If You Expect Obamacare To Be Repealed, Don't Skip Paying Tax Penalty Now
People who think the change in administrations may save them from having to pay a fine for not having insurance in 2016 could be in for a rude surprise.
'Edutainer' Hans Rosling, Who Taught Us About The World, Has Died
With facts, toys and good humor, the Swedish doctor and statistician helped people understand what numbers tell us about the world.
White House Says Medicare Should Leverage Its Buying Power To Pull Down Drug Prices
A spokesman said Tuesday that President Trump does want Medicare to be able to directly negotiate prescription drug prices with drugmakers. Analysts disagree about how much difference that would make.