Microplastics were found in human lung tissue – with the most common particles being polypropylene and PET, often used in plastic packaging.
Author: Wyatte Grantham-Philips, USA TODAY
CEO plans to keep 1% of his earnings, give away the rest: ‘I don’t want a yacht’
FTX’s Sam Bankman-Fried is one of the richest people in the world. He plans to give 99% of his earnings away.
Gas prices will fall below $3 per gallon in 2022, government projections say
Retail gas prices could start dropping to an average of $2.88 per gallon in 2022, down from 2021’s average of $3.00, a US government report predicts.
20-year-old college student dies days after fraternity ‘Fight Night’
Nathan Tyler Valencia, 20, died four days after participating in Kappa Sigma fraternity’s “Fight Night.” His family is seeking a full investigation.
What is GivingTuesday? What to know about the holiday of ‘radical generosity’
GivingTuesday is celebrated on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving each year, falling on Nov. 30 for 2021. The day encourages individuals to give back.
Frida Kahlo’s ‘Diego y yo’ sells for record-breaking $34.9 million at Sotheby’s auction
The Tuesday sale of Frida Kahlo’s “Diego y yo” at Sotheby’s set a new high for the most expensive artwork sold at auction by a Latin American artist.
Ready to say goodbye to Snapchat? Here’s how to delete or deactivate your account
Deleting your Snapchat account is easy. And, if you change your mind, you can always reactivate it within 30 days.
Why is your dog tilting its head? New study dives into the adorable habit
Researchers from Eotvos Lorand University suggested that head tilting in dogs may be related to “processing relevant, meaningful stimuli.”
It’s Great Pumpkin season. Take a look at some of the most gigantic squash on record
Some giant pumpkins weigh more than small cars. And under peak conditions, they can grow as much as 60 pounds in a single day.
The Orionid meteor shower will peak Thursday morning, but moon glare might ruin it
The 2021 Orionid meteor shower will peak the night of Oct. 20-Oct. 21. But visibility may be difficult this year.