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Two American Skiers Die In Austria Avalanche
An avalanche that occurred in Soelden, Austria tragically took the lives of two young athletes from the United States Ski team on Monday.
Conjoined Twins Recovering After Going Through First Part of Separation Surgery
The conjoined twins Conner and Carter Mirabal survived the first part of their operation on Friday at Florida’s Wolfson Childrens Hospital. The operation, which lasted for more than three hours, was conducted to separate the boys’ small intestine, which they shared.
Five Much Awaited Books in 2015
The New Year symbolizes new beginnings and the same can be said of bookworms who are on the lookout for new books to read in 2015. Here is a list of much awaited books to be released this year.
NASA Study Proves How Tropical Forests Work Against Climate Change
A new scientific study conducted by researchers from NASA revealed how forests in tropic areas actually work toward limiting the effects of climate change. According to the researchers, forests in different parts of the world have already absorbed around 2.5 billion metric tons of greenhouse gas in …
Increasing Demand for Tiger Wine and Skin in China Worries Conservationists
The increasing demand for wine and skin rugs made from tigers is putting the animals in danger in China. According to the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA), members of China’s wealthy families are supporting the trade involving tiger wine and skin because they are viewed as status symbols.
Same-Sex Marriage Begins in Florida, Supreme Court to Decide Fate of Same-Sex Ban in Ohio and Three Other States
On Monday, Miami-Dade County allowed same-sex marriage half a day before the ban was lifted; it became the first county in Florida to allow same-sex unions.
More than 20,000 Gather in Worship at First Passion 2015 Conference
The widely known Passion movement kicked off the year with its first of a series of three conferences for 2015, which took place on January 2-4 in Atlanta, during which more than 20,000 college students and young adults gathered.
Euro Drops to a 9-Year Low, 'Grexit' Worries
The euro has dropped to its lowest rate since 2006. As of Monday, the euro is trading for about $1.19, but dropped as low as $1.1864. The last time the euro dropped under $1.20 was in June of 2010.
American College of Sports Medicine Release Fitness Trends for 2015
The major exercise science organization American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) has listed weight training as the top fitness regimen for 2015. This is according to the 2015 Worldwide Survey of Fitness Trends, the latest installment of the ACSM’s annual exercise report.
Lone Survivor of a Plane Crash is a Brave 7 Year Old Girl
A lone survivor from a tragic plane crash is a 7-year-old girl. The girl had walked through the woods in the dark to get some help. She arrived at Larry Wilkins' doorstep, bloodied and shaking.
Drone and Airstrikes Kill Pakistani Militants in Afghan Border
A suspected United States drone strike in the Afghan border killed seven insurgents, while a Pakistani strike killed 31 militants. The strikes happened in the Afghan border last Sunday.
Travel Tips for 2015: Enjoying Without Spending Too Much
No matter how hard we try to sugarcoat it, travelling will always cost some serious money. In this day and age where many free or absolutely cheap stuff come with a risky scam, it is great to know that people can actually save on their travels in a legitimate, scam-free manner and actually enjoy it.
Mass Death of Pacific Coast Seabirds Puzzles Scientists
Scientists are still trying to figure out what officially caused the death of hundreds of seabirds along the Pacific Coast. First reported in October of 2014, visitors of beaches in British Columbia to California were surprised after seeing more than 120 corpses of Cassin’s auklets.
Indianapolis to Impose Stricter Restrictions on E-Cigarettes
A state lawmaker has proposed a bill aimed at restricting the sale and use of e-cigarettes in Indianapolis. The legislation, drafted and submitted by State Representative Ed Clere, includes imposing cigarette taxes on the electronic devices.
Floyd Mayweather Favored to Win Over Manny Pacquiao in 2015 Super Fight
Negotiations for the super fight between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao are underway. And this early, Mayweather is being considered as favorite to win over his biggest rival if the fight between the two boxing superstars happens this year.