Maybe that fridge cigarette isn’t so toxic after all. Diet soda has long promised a hit of sweetness without the sugar overload that can fuel weight gain. But sobering research has linked artificial sweeteners to a higher risk of heart attack, stroke and cardiovascular disease. Now, a landmark new study finds that cracking open a … Read more
Researchers examining ancient DNA have narrowed down the timeline of early human migration into North America — shedding light on a question that’s puzzled scientists for decades. The study, published online ahead of its appearance in the December 2026 issue of the journal Current Opinion in Genetics & Development, looked at previously published genetic and … Read more
Students at the University of Colorado are in for some rocky news. Boulder, the beautiful college town the CU calls home, is one of the most dangerous in America, according to a new study. One the other hand, the Gators aren’t as perilous as they look. Gainesville, home of the University of Florida, is one … Read more
Singles, no need to mingle. A new research study published in the Personal and Social Psychology Bulletin found that those who remain unmarried and unpartnered in a committed relationship reported high levels of contentment with their lives overall, even as they continue to face various ongoing romantic and sexual experiences throughout their singlehood. “We found … Read more
This is snot a joke. When you’re sick, trading bodily fluids may not be the best idea — and certainly, having trouble breathing through your nose can make sex tricky. But if you’re all stuffed up and don’t have any decongestant spray on hand, scientists found that some in-between-the-sheets action could clear out your nostrils … Read more
What is the world’s “trust tipping point” for artificial intelligence? While most people (66%) are comfortable using AI in their personal and professional lives, there is still a line they draw for how far they’re willing to go. A new global study of 11,000 respondents from around the world explored how AI is becoming part … Read more
In one tiny mountain village, the rate of residents living past 100 is about 11 times the American average. We’ve heard about Okinawa in Japan, Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica and Ikaria in Greece as being hot spots of longevity, nicknamed Blue Zones. Experts credit wholesome diets, active lifestyles and healthy social lives as factors … Read more
This may be just what some people kneed. Joint issues have never been limited to the elderly, as more young people deal with debilitating knee pain and turn to surgical options for relief. Now, a revolutionary treatment may provide relief for the joint inflammation, pain, stiffness and reduced mobility that often come with arthritis or … Read more
Inviting a date into your home is the ultimate moment of truth, revealing aspects of a person that dinner and drinks could never uncover. A recent survey by matchmaking service Tawkify reveals just how profoundly a living space influences singletons’ opinions among single Americans aged 40 and older. Once a date crosses the threshold, instant … Read more
Diet drinks containing sugar substitutes were found to be as effective as water for supporting weight loss in overweight or obese adults, according to a two-year randomized trial. The study, led by the University of Liverpool, England, included 493 participants ranging from 18 to 65 years old, all of whom had a body mass index … Read more
Big state, big noise. A new analysis naming and shaming the loudest states in the country puts California in third to last place — with one surprising Golden State city called out as the second noisiest of any metro in the entire United States. Using data pulled from the U.S. National Transportation Noise Map, which measures … Read more
Ozempic and Mounjaro can cost an arm and a leg — and maybe a fingernail. A new study found that people on GLP-1 drugs were nearly 25% more likely to experience a nail disorder than those not on the drugs. And one particularly squirm-inducing problem was over four times more likely to appear in GLP-1 … Read more
Holding your breath may be more than just a good party trick. While it sounds like the last thing you’d want to do to your brain, new research suggests that regularly depriving it of oxygen could come with some surprising benefits. The study authors say their findings could one day pave the way for a … Read more
Cities across California are bleeding both jobs and affordable housing, a new study says. The Golden State dominates the top 10 of a new list from MoneyLion ranking 46 U.S. cities where jobs and affordable homes are increasingly hard to come by. California shamefully claims every spot but one in the list’s top 10, which … Read more
There’s a new vision for a rare, inherited condition. Recent research has identified a one-time treatment that may repair damaged retinas and even reverse vision loss. This treatment, tested on an unexpected source, also raises the prospect of repairing nerve cells in mammals, a feat once thought impossible. A one-time treatment may reverse vision loss … Read more
The classic saying, “The early bird gets the worm,” might also apply to dating. A survey conducted by Kellogg’s in Australia showed that 64% of the country’s singles are open to meeting for breakfast on a first date. Over half of Australian singles also feel that dating is more difficult than it used to be, … Read more
Want a paws-itive outlook on life? Get a cat. A new study reveals a surprising twist in the feline world: having more cats around might boost a country’s happiness — unless those kitties are carrying a cat-astrophic parasite. The 93-country investigation uncovered a bizarre contradiction: nations with higher cat densities report overall higher happiness levels, … Read more
From walking down the aisle to asking for a divorce and having to file, the highs and lows of Big Apple love aren’t cheap. New York, where a dream wedding costs over $53,000, is the second-most expensive state for divorce, running soured sweethearts more than $27,000 to officially part ways, according to nightmarish new data. “The cost … Read more
Diehard NFL fans are benching the booze this football season. The sober-curious movement has tackled football tailgates, as a surprising new study reveals that football’s notoriously boozy fanbase is dialing back the drinking to save money and stay healthy. Unsurprisingly, in a survey of 1,011 NFL fans, more than half (56%) still believe beer and … Read more
Married couples who regularly attend church report having more frequent sex and greater sexual satisfaction than those who attend less often or not at all, according to a new report from the Institute for Family Studies (IFS) in Charlottesville, Virginia. Researchers analyzed findings from multiple datasets, including the 2026 IFS Religion and Family Survey of … Read more