Associated Press Lifestyles
14 endangered African wild dogs, whose population at Mozambique's Gorongosa National Park was wiped out during civil war, have been brought from…
The summer solstice will bring the longest day of the year if you live north of the equator. It will mark the first official day of summer (June 20)
The largest study ever done of breast cancer treatment finds that most women with the most common form of the disease can skip chemotherapy without…
Last year saw the lowest number of U.S. births in 30 years, with birth rates declining not only for women in their teens and 20s but also women in their…
Glaser's Bake Shop, which first opened its doors on New York's Upper East Side in 1902, says it is closing this summer after 116-years in the business.
NASA's first-ever mission to study the deep interior of Mars is scheduled to launch this week. Mars Insight is the first planetary mission to take off…
A new technique that relies on genetics is revolutionizing food poisoning investigation and identifying common causes in scattered and seemingly unrelated…
San Francisco supervisors voted Tuesday to ban the sale of fur, becoming the largest U.S. city to approve the prohibition. Animal advocates say it…
Many people worry about catching cold or flu germs on airplanes. Researchers tried to find out the risk of catching respiratory germs and where on the…
Researchers at Columbia University are studying details about how snowflakes fall and how they evolve once they settle on the ground. The data from New…
It's been confirmed the use of Russian-developed nerve agent Novichok was used to poison ex-spy Sergei Skirpal and his daughter. This animation shows how…
The Detroit Fire Department is the proud new owner of more than 800 pet oxygen masks. Local groups and companies mobilized to donate the masks after…
The National Park Service announced that Washington's cherry blossom trees are expected to reach peak bloom between March 17 to March 20, signaling an…
It’s the biggest fish, and shark, in the sea, but one of the least understood. In an attempt to solve some of the most enduring mysteries, scientists…
Airbnb is dispatching inspectors to rate some of the properties listed on its home-rental service in an effort to reassure travelers they're booking nice…
In the fight against opioids, doctors and state insurers are increasingly turning to acupuncture. But debate about how well it works remains pointed.
More than a dozen advocacy groups issued a warning about traveling in Florida on Wednesday saying immigration arrests there have soared more rapidly in…
Tens of thousands of revelers descended on New Orleans streets for parades and rowdy fun as Mardi Gras got underway. (Feb. 13)
Thousands of colorfully dressed dancers and musicians kicked off Carnival celebrations in the Bolivian city of Oruro on Saturday. (Feb. 10)
The newest thing in emergency medicine is not an amazing device: Instead, it’s a new approach to older patients that helps them stay out of the hospital…
Electronic cigarettes could be a boon to public health or a major liability, depending on whether they help Americans quit smoking or encourage more young…
Flu viruses are quick-change artists. They constantly mutate, and those frequent changes make it hard for our bodies to recognize and fend off the virus.
Scientists hope they're finally closing in on stronger flu shots to boost much-needed protection against ordinary winter influenza and guard against…
Pennsylvania's governor is declaring a disaster emergency to provide additional tools in response to the state's opioid addiction crisis. (Jan. 10)
Forget snow mobiles or skis, the latest way to explore frozen arctic landscapes is by bicycle - a fat one. A trend for so-called "Fat Biking" has spread…
Two Hawaii men who grew up as best friends recently learned that they're actually brothers and revealed the surprise to family and friends over the…
Pope Francis opened his his annual Urbi et Orbi message on Monday with a prayer for the resumption of a dialogue in the Middle East. The pontiff extended…
Highlights of this day in history: The Christmas poem 'A Visit from St. Nicholas' is first published; Former Japanese premier Hideki Tojo is executed;…
Are poinsettias really poisonous? Will the hair of the dog really cure your holiday hangover? Sure as sugarplums, myths and misconceptions pop up every…
Sure as sugarplums, myths and misconceptions pop up every holiday season. Here's what science says about some of them. (Dec. 20)
Heavy snowfall on Monday led to considerable difficulties for motorists and air travelers in western and southwestern parts of Germany. (Dec 18)
The Los Angeles subway system is expanding and so too are the number of prehistoric fossils being recovered as crews dig beneath the city. Paleontologist…