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In the interest of profits, female student-athletes get left behind more than 50 years after Title IX
Using data from the Department of Education, Bold.org investigated ongoing disparities in treatment for collegiate female sports more than 50 years after Title IX. 
Halle Young, Data Work By Emma Rubin
4 days ago
How Pennsylvania secures mail ballots, prevents fraud, and makes sure votes count
Votebeat reports on how Pennsylvania is making sure its mail-in ballots are counted in its elections.
Carter Walker for Votebeat
4 days ago
Tips For Improving Mental Health
(NAPSI)—When it comes to mental health, many people across the U.S. have experienced their share of challenges–but help may be at hand.   The Problem The issue is especially concerning in …
4 days ago
How gig work can help combat the loneliness epidemic
While loneliness is on the rise in the U.S., hampr reports that gig work could be part of the solution to it.
Lauren Thayne
5 days ago
Texas elections officials shoulder new burdens to appease ballot-security skeptics
Votebeat reports that specially numbered ballot paper is the latest effort to address activists' demands in Brazos County, Texas.
Natalia Contreras for Votebeat
5 days ago
Lifestyle stories from the web

Most military spouses have relocated at least once—here are their most common challenges

CitizenShipper examined data from the Active Duty Spouse Survey to find the most common hurdles military spouses face when their partner is relocated.

Andrea Richards, Data Work By Elena Cox
Wednesday, May 8

Support for holding parents accountable for their children's crimes is growing in the US

The Marshall Project reports on the recent conviction of parents for a crime committed by their 15-year-old son.

Jamiles Lartey for The Marshall Project
Wednesday, May 8

La Semana del Aprendizaje Juvenil destaca las oportunidades

(NewsUSA) - La Semana del Aprendizaje Juvenil, una iniciativa del Departamento de Trabajo de EE. UU., presenta una variedad de eventos y oradores en lugares de todos los Estados Unidos para mostrar …

5 days ago

No Child is Forgotten By Marine Toys for Tots

(NewsUSA) - Marine Toys for Tots, known for its core mission of Christmastime charitable efforts, has evolved into a year-round force for good – ensuring that no child is forgotten any day of the …

Thursday, April 18

Practical Presents: Father's Day gift ideas for hard-to-buy-for dads

(Family Features) Shopping for your dad on Father's Day each year can be a challenge. However, focusing on the things he enjoys such as music, exercising or hobbies like woodworking or metalworking can send you down the right path.

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Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Mother's Day

(Family Features) To show your mom just how much she means to you, choose a Mother's Day gift that reflects her interests and passions. As you're looking for the perfect gift, consider these thoughtful ideas that will touch her heart.

Monday, May 6
Why do people hate people?
Have you ever said “I hate you” to someone? What about using the “h-word” in casual conversation, like “I hate broccoli”? What are you really feeling when you say that you hate something or someone? Curious Kids is a series for …
Kristine Hoover, Gonzaga University and Yolanda Gallardo, Gonzaga University, The Conversation
12 hours ago
3 steps to save a life
(BPT) - You're on your way to work when a car crash happens. A backyard bonfire takes a turn while chopping firewood. While in your backyard, a neighbor has an accident …
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Show love this Mother’s Day with a gift subscription to help end extreme poverty
(BPT) - The love of a mother knows no bounds. This Mother’s Day, consider a unique gift that reflects her unconditional love for you: a subscription that empowers families in the world's …
5 days ago
This Mental Health Awareness Month, learn how to help prevent an overdose
(BPT) - This month highlights the important role mental health plays in our general health and well-being. It influences how we feel, think and act. Many Americans of all ages experience mental …
Wednesday, May 8
Choosing Supplements That Hit the Mark
(BPT) - There are over 80,000 vitamins and dietary supplements on the market, but not all are created equal. Seventy-four percent of Americans take dietary supplements to improve their quality of …
Tuesday, May 7
More Lifestyle coverage

How a Manual Washing Machine Can Help Reclaim Time, Improve Lives

(Family Features) An estimated 60% of the global population wash clothes by hand and the burden falls mostly on women and girls, which means spending up to 20 hours each week doing laundry instead of going to work or school.

Wednesday, May 1

Decorate Your Way to a Festive St. Patrick's Day

(Family Features) Pairing Shepherd's pie and potato soup with green pints and Irish delights are surefire signs of St. Patrick's Day celebrations. A few seasonal touches are all it takes to complement a menu of corned beef and cabbage.

Monday, March 11

Contest Rewards Bearded Men Who Combine Good Grooming with Goodwill

(BPT) - Across the nation, whiskered men are making the world a bearder place to live; or in other words, they are contributing positively to their communities. Whether they're aiding the homeless or …

5 days ago

25 photos of what Paris looked like the last time it hosted the Olympics

Stacker dug through the archives to find photos of the 1924 Paris Olympics to show what the city looked like a century ago.

Beth Mowbray
Tuesday, May 7

Honor Mothers by Improving Maternal Health Care

(BPT) - On Mother’s Day, we celebrate moms across the U.S., and their journey to and through motherhood that can be beautiful, messy, and sometimes overwhelming. From gathering information …

Wednesday, May 1

Building up Africa’s Health Care Network in the Fight Against Malaria to Bring Families Closer to Care

(BPT) - Malaria continues to be a significant public health issue in certain regions across the globe, especially in Africa. In the most recent estimate, the World Health Organization approximated …

Tuesday, April 30

Glow Forward with a Laser and RF Microneedling Treatment

(BPT) - It’s no surprise that one of the hottest beauty trends comes from a viral TikTok sensation.‘Glass skin,’ as beauty experts call it, refers to a smooth, dewy, and …

Monday, April 15
2024's best cities for flower availability–just in time for Mother's Day
 Lawn Love ranked the best cities across the country to buy the freshest flowers. 
Sav Maive
Tuesday, May 7
Seeking to resist distractions and focus? Virtual coworking with strangers can boost productivity
Reasons to be Cheerful reports on several companies that offer virtual coworking sessions and talks to the principals about their benefits.
Anna Patton for Reasons to be Cheerful
Tuesday, May 7
Cities don't have enough public bathrooms: Meet the influencer trying to change that
Next City reports that a New Yorker armed with a TikTok account is trying to open more public bathrooms for everyone.
Maylin Tu for Next City
Monday, May 6
Families are experiencing food insecurity as Americans grapple with higher grocery costs
Hunger is rising nationwide. Link2Feed analyzed data from the USDA to illustrate which Americans are more likely to go without food.
Dom DiFurio
Monday, May 6
Extreme heat drives up food prices. Just how bad will it get?
Grist reports on how "heatflation" could drive up food prices around the world by as much as 3% per year in just over a decade.
Kate Yoder for Grist
Monday, May 6