With Only 147 of World’s Fattest Parrots Left, This Year’s Baby Boom Has Left Researchers Positively Squawking
The beloved kākāpō is the world's fattest species of bird – and thanks to their latest baby boom, they're returning from the brink of extinction.
‘Proton Therapy’ is Noninvasive Treatment for High-Risk Cancers – In Use Today With ‘Excellent’ Success Rate
This “game-changing” treatment also comes with a minimal amount of side effects – and it has been shown to be less costly than traditional radiation.
Over 50 Years of Research Say That Smiling Really Can Make People Happier
After analyzing years worth of psychological testing, these researchers found that smiling really can make you happier – and frowning can make you more sad.
Surfing is Now One of the First Sports Requiring Equal Pay for Women – Lawmakers Are Following Suit
Surfers are making sure that male and female athletes from all different sports leagues are paid the same amount of money for their talent.
After 4 Years Being Married to Herself, Read This Woman’s Inspiring Reflections on Committing to Self-Love
Rather than focusing on another person to complete her life, this woman said “I do” to focusing on her own health and happiness instead.
Most Precious Parts of Notre Dame Cathedral Were Saved; French Billionaires Are Paying to Restore the Rest
After battling the flames inside of Notre Dame Cathedral, officials say that the most iconic relics and structures of the building have survived.
Despite Being Bullied by the Boys, Woman Nailed Her Drum Solo in a Velvet Gown (MOTH Monday)
Listen to this New York City feminist tell her story about how she proved her naysayers wrong by nailing a drum solo in high school.
Inexpensive ‘First-of-its-Kind’ Device Can Generate Electricity From Snowfall
Over 30% of the Earth's surface is covered in snow every winter – and now, this inexpensive new device could use it to generate electricity.
After Decades of Curiosity, Adopted Woman Plans Road Trip to Meet Her Newly-Discovered 22 Siblings
This 48-year-old woman had always wondered about her biological family – but upon discovering she now has 22 siblings, she plans on meeting all of them.
LeBron James Opened School for District’s Most Hopeless Students – Their Latest Test Scores Are Astonishing
LeBron James opened an experimental school for Akron's most disadvantaged students – and now, their test scores are showing its success.
After Parents Died, 20-Year-old Has Been Raising Her 5 Siblings—and People Are Now Rallying Behind Her
This sweet little family has received an unexpected financial windfall after their story was publicized by their local police department.
It’s Been 127 Years Since California Condors Were in the Pacific Northwest – Now They’re Coming Back
These massive vultures are slowly, but surely, being reintroduced into the wild – and their next destination is the Pacific Northwest.
New Releases For ‘Record Store Day’ This Weekend Will Have You Spinning
This year's Record Store Day has everything from charity efforts to re-releases and ground-breaking new collaborations from artists across every genre.
When 18-Year-old Muslim Student Had Nowhere to Pray, Community Opened Their Doors
After this 18-year-old Muslim moved to California, she found that she didn't have many places to pray – so local businesses opened their doors instead.
When Bullied Boy Missed His Bus, He Met Police Officer Who Would Throw Him the ‘Best Birthday Party Ever’
When no one showed up to the birthday party of a 9-year-old boy, his new friends at the police department rallied behind him instead.
Petco Becomes First and Only Major Pet Food Retailer to Ditch Artificial Ingredients
The company is now using their milestone as a means of encouraging pet owners and pet food brands to eliminate harmful ingredients.
Hospital Eases the Stress of Surgery for Young Patients By Letting Them Drive Mini-Cars into Operating Room
Rather than wheeling anxious young patients into an operating room on a gurney, this hospital let the kids take the wheel instead.
Roseanne Cash Was Depressed and Struggling When She Received a Call From an Unlikely Person (MOTH Monday)
Despite her musical success, Roseanne Cash found herself depressed and defeated on the streets on New York when she received a life-changing phone call.
You and a Friend Could Win a Once-in-a-Lifetime Slumber Party With Mona Lisa at the Louvre
AirBnb and the Musée du Louvre are hosting a contest for two lucky guests to win a once-in-a-lifetime sleepover experience at the museum.
Over 1 Million Gardeners Have United to Create Global Network of Greenery That Nourishes Bees and Butterflies
Anyone with a garden or outdoor space can join the team of 1 million international pollinators who have used their greenery to save pollinators.