Perception researchers at Johns Hopkins University say the scent of this autumn flavor triggers familiar, cozy memories of this time of year.
Author: Wyatte Grantham-Philips, USA TODAY
The Dutch are the world’s tallest people. But they’re getting shorter, study shows
The average height in the Netherlands has been the world’s tallest for years. But recent findings show that the Dutch are now getting shorter.
Murder hornets, infected mink, curious penguins: Times this year when nature was truly 2020
Lions and penguins roamed free. Mink appeared to rise from graves. Spotted lanternflies prompted quarantines. A recap of weird nature news of 2020.
Koalalalala! Australian family finds a koala hanging out in their Christmas tree
Christmas came early for one family in Australia when they found a live koala hanging out in their Christmas tree.
Worlds align this winter solstice: Look for Jupiter, Saturn in skies this December
For sky gazers on Earth, Jupiter and Saturn will appear closer together on Dec. 21 than they have been since the Middle Ages — almost 800 years ago.
‘Changed our lives’: Tennessee baby born from 27-year-old frozen embryo breaks record
Before Molly Everette Gibson was born on Oct. 26, her embryo spent over 27 years in frozen preservation.
This 90-foot bridge was made for animals to safely cross a busy highway in India
The elevated eco-bridge is for reptiles and other animals that live in surrounding forest — from lizards or pythons, to monkeys and possibly leopards.
Turkey fails that are very 2020: 87K birds explode ahead of holiday, Thanksgiving meal delivery troubles
Turkey Troubles? Like most things 2020, some Thanksgiving meals didn’t go as planned.
Scotland becomes world’s first country to make pads and tampons free
The Scottish Parliament unanimously passed new legislation Tuesday, making Scotland the world’s first country to provide free period products.
Ready for Thanksgiving 2020? Make sure you do these 8 things before Thursday
Thanksgiving is Thursday. From following COVID-safe practices to being honest about the real history surrounding the holiday, here’s how to prepare.