By Staff
Friday, March 31, 2023 12:16 PM
In March, a group of researches shared the results of a scientific analysis of a lock of hair that likely came from
Ludwig van Beethoven. The goal, initially, was to find out what caused the composer to lose his hearing, but the results uncovered much more than that. Head over to
The New York Times for the full story.
By Staff
Thursday, March 30, 2023 1:25 PM
The Major League Baseball season officially began this week, bringing with it new players, new fans, and a whole host of
new rules. From larger bases to pitch clocks, head over to
AP for a rundown of what's new in baseball.
By Staff
Wednesday, March 29, 2023 2:09 PM
This week, the FDA approved the first ever
over the counter naloxone, a nasal spray that reverses the effects of an opioid overdose. Head over to the
FDA's website for more on what this OTC approval means, how naloxone works and more.
By Staff
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 12:50 PM
With the arrival of Spring comes the arrival of
allergy season, and, as
The New York Times reports, climate change is causing allergy season to last longer and feel more intense. Head over to
The Times for more on changes to allergy season, and how you can make this time of year a little less miserable for your sinuses.
By Staff
Monday, March 27, 2023 11:36 AM
April Fools' Day is this Saturday, April first. The silly holiday can be fun or frustrating, depending on your mood, but it's generally accepted that we'll all get pranked at least once this weekend. But why do we celebrate
April Fools' Day, and where did it even come from? Head over to
Today for a look.
By Staff
Thursday, March 23, 2023 12:05 PM
Lawmakers are once again raising questions about video-sharing app TikTok, and questioning whether or not it should be
banned for users in the United States. Head over to
The New York Times for an explainer on what's going on with TikTok, and how a potential ban could be avoided.
By Staff
Wednesday, March 22, 2023 10:13 AM
Ramadan began at sundown on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, kicking off a month of fasting, prayer and community time for Muslims everywhere. Head over to
National Geographic for a look at some unique Ramadan celebrations around the world.
By Staff
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 10:50 AM
With the arrival of Spring comes the arrival of flowers: and, in certain places around the world, beautiful
cherry blossoms. The trees attract millions of tourists each year, but they only bloom for a short period of time. Head over to
Mental Floss for 10 facts about cherry blossoms.
By Staff
Monday, March 20, 2023 12:52 PM
As of yesterday, March 20, 2023,
Spring has officially arrived to the Northern Hemisphere. Head over to
CNN for more on the Spring Equinox, as well as a peek at some modern and ancient celebrations of the equinox.
By Staff
Friday, March 17, 2023 12:34 PM
With
Vision Expo East officially underway, social media is abuzz. Check out Twitter posts live from the show in the
#VisionExpo hashtag, and use the tag on your own posts to join the conversation.
By Staff
Tuesday, March 14, 2023 12:42 PM
March Madness is officially
kicking off. Head over to the
Daily Mail for a complete guide to the tournament.
By Staff
Friday, March 10, 2023 10:33 AM
With Saint Patrick's Day landing on a Friday this year, there's sure to be no shortage of parties and events to attend. No matter what you do this
March 17, head over to
Mental Floss for 13 fun facts about the holiday that you can share to impress your fellow partygoers.