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Places to celebrate Women's History Month

In honor of Women's History Month, Bounce explored a range of locations people can visit to celebrate and learn about influential women from U.S. history.

How online and sports betting transformed after COVID-19

OLBG highlights how sports gambling has changed since the pandemic.

Gun control legislation that passed and failed over the last 20 years

25 terms you should know to understand the gun control debate

Here's how legislation in every state affects trans youth

Something New For Florida Science Classrooms

Residents speak: No city project at Roof Depot Site

For the Indigenous people and allies living in south Minneapolis, the Roof Depot conflict is an issue of life or death. And they can back it up with data.Their decade-long fight to stop a city-run …

Plan aims for zero-waste future

The Hennepin County Board of Commissioners wants to cut waste. And according to a recent county report there is roughly 2.8 trillion pounds of waste produced in the county every year. That is over …

Healthy beliefs, healthy life

Limiting beliefs, whether you are aware of them or not, can self-sabotage your health. What are limiting beliefs? They are a state of mind or belief about yourself, how the world works, ideas, or how …

Mayor Frey – what are you hiding?

At the corner of 28th St and Longfellow Ave in East Phillips neighborhood, south Minneapolis, the Roof Depot building quietly awaits its unknown fate.The city wants to demolish the Roof Depot to …

Can Minnehaha Creek be restored?

Leaves rustle in a dry creek bed, tiny fish drift ever so slightly in stagnant pools of murky water. Drips slip past and quietly fall over the limestone cliff. While the mighty gush of Minnehaha …

How the US compares to other countries on policies that could mitigate homelessness

Foothold Technology cited data from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development to visualize how U.S. housing stock and policies compared to other countries.

7 common types of anti-transgender legislation that have passed or failed in the last 10 years

Stacker investigated seven common types of anti-transgender legislation that have passed or failed in the last 10 years using data from the ACLU.

How the rate of uninsured drivers has changed over time in every state

More than 1 in 10 U.S. drivers lacks insurance. The General used Insurance Research Council data to see where that rate has changed most.

States where the most Jan. 6 rioters were arrested

Stacker investigated where the most Jan. 6 rioters were arrested using data from the Department of Justice.

Simple Steps for the Best Spring Break Ever

by the We Can Do This COVID-19Public Education Campaign (NAPSI)—Spring break is around the corner, and students everywhere are pulling out the essentials to prepare—whether that’s …

People in these 20 industries donated the most money to Donald Trump

As some deep-pocketed GOP donors turn away from former President Trump and his latest race, Stacker takes a look at who contributed heavily to his last campaign, using data from Open Secrets.

Will coastal regions still be safe locations for snowbirds in 2050?

Because Market cited data from FEMA and the Climate Impact Lab to look at climate risks across the country and what shifting warmer temperatures could mean for retirees as they seek snowbird destinations.

Fourth Generation Of Family-Owned Company, East Penn Manufacturing, Succeeds Because It Heeds Grandfather’s Words

(NAPSI)—Family-owned businesses are the bedrock of the American economy, but keeping them going is no small feat. An Inspirational Organization One firm that’s defying the odds is …

25 idioms that were common in the '60s

Stacker compiled a thorough list of 25 words and phrases that were specifically popular, or popularized, during the 1960s.

4 Ways to Support and Uplift Women Around You

(Family Features) For many women, life is busy and moves at such a fast pace, it might seem to pass them by. Here are a few ways to uplift and celebrate the women around you.

Best time to prune most plants is late winter

As fall turns to winter, you may be looking at the bare, brown branches in your yard and wondering when to cut them back. Overall, the answer is not yet! But there’s lots to think about before …

Tile artist creates unique pieces for homes

Standish tile artist Haruko Ruggiero always had a sense that she would develop her own “something” related to interior design and patterns. She began by fashioning together …

FOR HEALTHIER YARD AND WORLD, SKIP FALL CLEAN-UP

Climate change, habitat loss and pesticides are causing dramatic declines in populations of insects and the birds who need them – with likely dire consequences for humans’ quality of life …

Standish tile artist creates unique pieces for homes

Standish tile artist Haruko Ruggiero always had a sense that she would develop her own “something” related to interior design and patterns. She began by fashioning together mosaics. …

Bringing houseplants inside for the winter

This summer, you may have brought your houseplants outside to enjoy the warmth and humidity – I certainly did! As the nights get colder and days get shorter, it’s time to bring …

Best colleges in big cities

Stacker ranked the best colleges in big cities using 2023 data from Niche. Colleges in cities with populations of more than 300,000 were considered, drawing data from the Census Bureau.

States with the most active-duty military members

Stacker compiled a list of the states with the most active-duty military members using 2021 data from the Department of Defense.

Something New For Texas Science Classrooms

(NAPSI)—Education experts agree, the best way to engage students in science is to meet them where they are with digital resources. Digital resources for science education make learning fun and …

10 states that make the most tax revenue from commercial betting

What states make the most revenue from gambling? OLBG compiled data to show the states that collected the most tax revenue in 2021.

Entertaining on Easter: 5 tips to make holiday hosting simple

(Family Features) Easter signals springtime and provides an opportunity to gather with loved ones to celebrate. From the guest list and menu to the decor and activities for the kiddos, consider these steps to get ready for Easter hosting duties.

5 easy ways to refresh your bathroom for spring

(BPT) - There’s nothing like the warmer temperatures, blooming flowers and longer, brighter days to inspire you to take a fresh look at your home, and the ideal place to get started is in one …

Fabulous fungi: 4 benefits of using mushrooms for skincare

(BPT) - Mushrooms are trending. From pop culture to food and drink to home décor and tattoos, you can find mushrooms everywhere you look. According to Artful Living, the mushroom renaissance …

How to Host a College Hoops Watch Party

(Family Features) It's tournament time, and that's the perfect reason to gather with your fellow fans and watch both the top-seeded teams and Cinderella stories shoot their way to the top.

The US surpasses 100 mass shootings in 2023—here's every event mapped

Stacker cited data from the Gun Violence Archive to visualize the scope of mass shootings thus far in 2023. Data is as of March 7, 2023.

Here are the places where air pollution levels could soon be considered dangerous by the EPA

Stacker cited data from the Environmental Protection Agency to look at what the agency's consideration of new particulate pollution standards means for people across the U.S.

Michele Long, CNP, reviews the results of the GeneSight test with her patient, Beth. With a simple cheek swab, the test provides clinicians with a patient’s unique genetic information that indicates which medications may require dose adjustments, be less likely to work, or have an increased risk of side effects.

Many In Primary Care Want Patients To Share Mental Health Concerns

(NAPSI)—Nurse practitioner Michele Long has been Beth’s primary care provider for years. So, when Beth started experiencing symptoms of depression, she scheduled an appointment with …

States with the highest rate of gun-related fatalities

Stacker evaluated public health data from the CDC to determine how rates of gun-related fatalities differ across U.S. states.

States looking to end daylight saving time changes

Using information from news and government sources, Stacker has investigated the states seeking to make daylight saving time permanent all year round.

The impact of changing liability on the social media experience

Stacker investigated how Supreme Court decisions and changes to Section 230 might impact social media companies, their users, and people's ability to disseminate sensitive information by speaking with expert Aaron Mackey of the Electronic Frontier Foundation and consulting government sources.

States where you are most likely to hit an animal

Watch out, West Virginia—Stacker ranked each state by drivers' likelihood of hitting an animal on the road, using data from State Farm.

10 brands you might not know were founded by celebrities

From The Rock's tequila to Cameron Diaz's vegan wellness wine, Shopdog highlighted 10 brands you may have forgotten were founded by celebrities.

Vincent van Gogh: The life story you may not know

Masterworks chronicled the unknown life of enigmatic Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh, one of the most influential artists of all time.

Host a St. Patrick's Day Party with Style

(Family Features) It's just not a party without a scrumptious spread of eats and drinks, and an occasion like St. Patrick's Day makes it fun to plan your menu.

5 ways to protect yourself from romance scams

(BPT) - Online dating and social media have made it easier than ever before to find your special someone. However, scammers are always ready to take advantage of well-meaning singles looking for …