How Sound Reveals The Invisible Within Us
Microscopes illuminate the tiny. But sound? Scientists didn't really see it as all that important, until an amazing invention came along that opened new worlds: the stethoscope.
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John Boyega Is Awakening 'Star Wars' Fans In Nigeria
The actor who plays Finn, a disillusioned Stormtrooper in the new film, has said he's "a confident, Nigerian, black, chocolate man." Nigerian filmgoers are over the moon.
How Writing Down Specific Goals Can Empower You
The act of writing can affect health, happiness and success. In one experiment, goal-setting dramatically reduced the achievement gap.
After Ramadi, A Look At What's Next In The Fight Against ISIS
Celebrating victory in Ramadi, Iraqi Prime Minister Haider Abadi says his troops will oust ISIS from Iraq entirely in 2016. But strongholds such as Mosul may be much harder to retake.
Do You Speak Health Insurance? It's Not Easy
Even savvy consumers stumble over the meaning of coinsurance and other jargon. The misunderstandings can be costly, especially when picking a health plan.
The Year In Food: Artificial Out, Innovation In (And 2 More Trends)
From big food companies simplifying ingredients, to the U.S. government's new goal to reduce food waste, to a public image crisis for Chipotle, 2015 has been a big year for food.
Captured 'Affluenza' Teen, Mother Had 'Going-Away Party,' Sheriff Says
Ethan Couch, who killed four people when driving drunk, and his mother were apprehended in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Texas authorities say they are working with Mexico to send the pair back to the U.S.
Chicago Officer Who Shot Teen 16 Times Pleads Not Guilty To Murder
The city's police force has come under new scrutiny in recent days, after two more people — a 19-year-old man and a 55-year-old woman — were shot and killed by police.
The Student Who Once Nudged His Way To The Oval Office Now Hopes To Move In
John Kasich, GOP presidential hopeful, has had a habit of speaking his mind, even as a college student at Ohio State. It has served the Ohio governor well in politics.
The Student Who Once Nudged His Way To The Oval Office Now Hopes To Move In
John Kasich, GOP presidential hopeful, has had a habit of speaking his mind, even as a college student at Ohio State. It has served the Ohio governor well in politics.