This day in history: Kurt Cobain dies
On April 5, 1994, Kurt Cobain, the lead singer and guitarist of the rock band Nirvana, took his own life at his home in Seattle, Washington, at the age of 27. Kurt Cobain rose to […]
Big names, bigger stakes: Lessons from Mumbai Climate Week
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton was there. So was Sachin Tendulkar, the Indian cricket superstar, and Bollywood actress/UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador Dia Mirza. Titans of industry, corporate executives, state and national government officials and […]
A guide to Florida’s top 15 Spring Break spots
15 Best Spring Break Destinations in Florida Spring Break. Just two words, but they unleash a tidal wave of anticipation. Winter’s icy grip loosens, and dreams of warm weather and white sandy beaches dance in […]
This day in history: Dr. King stands for peace exactly one year before his death
April 4 marks two significant moments in the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., one involving a stand for peace and the other marking his tragic death exactly one year later. On April 4, […]
How I went from dreading exercise to enjoying it
This article was reviewed by Mike Bohl, MD. For the past decade or so, I’ve genuinely enjoyed going to the gym. I know, I know… I’m rolling my eyes at myself right along with you. Figuring out […]
The paralysis problem: Why 72% of Americans think the economy is bad
72% of Americans Think the Economy Is Bad (March 2026) The Short Version: A Pew survey found 72% of Americans have a negative view of the economy, with nearly 40% expecting things to get worse. […]
10 scientifically proven ways to grow thicker hair
This article was reviewed by Knox Beasley, MD. Ask the internet how to get thicker hair, and you’ll find amusing solutions like sleeping with a mayonnaise hair mask on, cracking an egg on your head […]
Is sildenafil safe for this common male problem?
This story was reviewed by Mike Bohl, MD. In the ‘80s, researchers set out to test a medication called sildenafil citrate for treating high blood pressure and angina (chest pain) from heart disease. While the treatment […]
From sprawling to shoebox: How much house does $400k buy across the US?
Living Large or Squeezing In? How Much Space the $400K National Median Home Price Buys in the Largest U.S. Cities In many large Western and Northeastern cities, the national median sale price of $400,000 may […]
From fixing to flourishing: A brief history of autism in America & beyond
If you’ve spent time around someone on the autism spectrum, you’ve probably learned the basics: use people-first language, be empathetic, hold space. Understanding where these guidelines come from, however, is a different kind of education […]