How To Be A 21st Century 'Gentleman'
Men have expressed confusion about how to behave out in the dating world now that gender roles have shifted significantly. Do you open the door, pay for the date, pull out the chair?
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How Do You Catch Ebola: By Air, Sweat Or Water?
Americans have many questions — and misconceptions — about the deadly virus that's rapidly spreading in West Africa. We asked two scientists to explain more about how Ebola is transmitted.
Do Americans Support President Obama's ISIS Plan?
Of all the variables in the U.S. battle against the Islamic State, public opinion in America may be one of the hardest to predict.
What Makes A Star Starry? Is It Me?
Draw a planet (a circle, right?). Now draw a star (a pointy thing, yes?). Now ask yourself, aren't stars all round? Our sun is. So why do we make them pointy? Come learn the answer.
Rare Virus Has Sickened Hundreds More Children, Hospitals Say
The rare virus is spreading fast, and doctors don't have an instant test to find out who has it. So parents should be ready to seek help quickly if a child has a cold that's rapidly getting worse.
A Doctor Who Performed Abortions In South Texas Makes His Case
Texas restrictions on abortion providers have led many clinics to close. Poor women in some spots, like the Rio Grande Valley along the Mexican border, have lost their access to abortion services.
Atlanta Hawks GM Takes Indefinite Leave Of Absence After Race Remarks
In June, Danny Ferry said veteran forward Luon Deng "has a little African in him ... he's like a guy who would have a nice store out front but sell you counterfeit stuff out of the back."
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford Withdraws Re-Election Bid
He says he is seeking treatment for a tumor in his abdomen. His brother Doug Ford will run in his place. Earlier this year, Rob Ford took time off from his job to seek help for substance abuse.
Zeus The Great Dane, World's Tallest Dog, Dies
His owner, Kevin Doorlag, told the Kalamazoo Gazette that Zeus died last week of old age. He would have turned 6 in November. On his hind legs, Zeus was 7 feet, 4 inches tall.
Food Is Cheap, At Least Compared With 4 Years Ago
Global food prices are at a four-year low because of good harvests in the U.S., Europe and China. But food still costs more than it did in the 1990s, even accounting for inflation.