Better technology and more accessible data are helping drive new change.

Fom Argentina to Mexico, solar in Latin America is likely to grow like gangbusters in the coming years.

Kathy Shea Mormino ditched the legal profession to become The Chicken Chick.

From 11:57 p.m. to midnight each night, sheep have been stampeding through Times Square.

It's not just medical expenses; the entire social safety net is in tatters — and boomers are experiencing it first-hand.

Many public library systems are eliminating late fees on materials because they see them as a form of social inequity.

The benefits of hobbies and how to choose an activity that can help take your mind off work and add some fun to your life.

Experiencing a pleasant tingle when someone crinkles paper isn't as weird as you think. It's called ASMR or 'brain orgasm.' Here's why it happens.

It's a book club for introverts to be social without all the pressure of a regular book club.

The Golden Globes, BAFTA and the Oscars have all committed to a greener production and ceremony. Are these noble pursuits or just greenwashing?

During coronavirus, many are looking to Anne Frank's diary to learn from her messages of resilience and hope.

Studies show that we track fecal matter, potentially deadly bacteria and fungus into our homes when we wear our shoes inside.

The eerie hue was caused by the collision of two occurrences: fires in southern Europe and winds from Hurricane Ophelia.

Peatlands have the power to release huge amounts of carbon and greenhouse gases, but these mucky wetlands also help control floods and forest fires.

A new generic option will soon offer relief for families who shell out hundreds of dollars for these epinephrine-filled devices.

If you're trying to lose weight, the time of day when you eat matters just as much as how many calories you eat, new research suggests.

A new study finds Hawaii is home to "super corals" that were nearly destroyed 30 years ago but have rebounded despite warmer, more acidic water.

The science behind why some cats hate belly rubs, plus what it means when a cat rolls over and shows you its belly.

The Azores archipelago off the coast of Portugal is home to some of the most gorgeous — and most plentiful — hydrangeas in the world.

Screaming is primal. Whether it’s pain, horror or a baby's cry, a scream demands attention. Why do we scream, and why does the sound of one make us react?

The series, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this month, has the highest number of adult-child coviewing experiences of any children’s show.

How you train your dog can affect his happiness and stress levels long-term, study finds.

So many animals don't have homes. Can you open up your home to one homeless animal, just for the holidays?

Some animal advocates say don't give pets as gifts, but research shows it's not always a bad idea.

You might hibernate when it snows, but your dog loves playing in a winter wonderland.

Gyoza the pug was hired by 343 Industries to make alien sounds for the company's new Halo video game, "Halo Infinite."

Clean your dogs ears regularly with some cotton or gauze as part of your regular grooming routine.

Get past the haircut and remember this: Poodles are incredibly smart and athletic.

For four-legged creatures, lightning strikes create an especially lethal ground current.

From temperature to location, so many factors can impact snowfall.

A highlight of the landscape in Ecuador's Cayambe Coca Park, the San Rafael waterfall is now little more than a trickle.

Researchers at University College London find only 4 genes determine each nose shape.

Dry brushing your skin has some health benefits, but not all of them are proven. Find out what it is and how to do it without harming your skin.

Parsons fashion design student Angela Luna created a line of clothing for refugees called Adiff, where garments like coats convert to tents, bags and more.

Epsom salt has a long history of beauty and health benefits, and now we know why. Here's how those minerals are helping your body.

Somewhere along the line, we became a nation of liquid soap junkies. New research show sales of bar soap are down.

The outcry for the fashion business to change its ways regarding women's plus-size clothing is getting louder.

Exfoliating is an important step in improving your skin's appearance and health. Here's what dermatologists want you to know.

Human beings are obsessed with shiny things, and the attraction is innately tied with one of our most basic human needs.

Fanny packs, also known as bum bags, cycle in and out of style, but they just never seem to stick around.

You've heard that shampoo is bad for your hair, but you keep using it. But you have to give it time to work, and that means a couple of weeks.

Here are the many reasons those with long hair should wear it in a bun to sleep. Plus, the unconventional hair band that keeps your hair in great shape.

Conformity and anti-conformity are just two sides of the same coin.

Video: Police are reinvestigating allegations from a masseuse that she was sexually assaulted by former Vice President Al Gore. A legal scholar weighs in.

It used to be the only form of instant two-way communication; now the telephone is just an obstacle.

New research finds a protein in honeybee semen that makes the queen temporarily blind.

Just why is that grocery bag or holiday wrapping paper so irresistable to your feline friend? Scientists have some thoughts on why cats love paper and plastic.

A new study finds as much as 70% of a dog's behavior, including aggressiveness, is inherited.

Scientists have been working to resurrect the woolly mammoth for years now. How close are we, and should we even be doing it?

Scientists got rats to drive little cars, and it could help improve mental health treatments for humans.