It’s National Barbecue Month and that means the entire country should be getting ready to fire up their grills and start cooking up some of that delicious BBQ! There are four main styles of BBQ, including Memphis, Carolina, Kansas City, and Texas.     In 2016, the global food and agricultural industry contributed to roughly…

Although the nationwide opioid crisis has been making front page news for quite some time, some headlines are proclaiming a positive development: last year, the number of prescriptions for opioid painkillers fell drastically, representing the biggest drop in 25 years. The increased public awareness pertaining to addiction and the potential for fatal overdoses has certainly…

A former private school dean will plead guilty to a hit and run in federal court this month. On July 8, 2017, Marshal Grant Neely III, 58, of Franklin Tenessee, hit a cyclist on the road and proceeded to then leave the scene of the accident. He is charged with reckless aggravated assault, lying to…

All across the nation, state ordinances are being considered and even put in place to allow employees a more consistent and forgiving sick policy. But while experts maintain that these new pieces of legislation won’t bring harm to businesses, many stand in opposition and say that these policies are taking things too far. In the…

Pesticides that pose risks to people and wildlife are generally strictly regulated under the Environmental Protection Agency and the federal government. However, it seems one pesticide has slipped past these regulations and may receive additional protection as well. Chlorpyrifos, a pesticide approved for use in 1965, has helped keep pests away from crops for years.…

Like it or not, we’re constantly connected. Our technological gadgets have, in many ways, become an extension of our bodies and we seemingly rely on them almost as much as we do on the air we breathe. Such is our device obsession that we might not even fully realize the danger we put ourselves (and…

Americans love going on vacations. These trips can be relaxing and filled with memories that will truly last a lifetime. Unfortunately, vacationing isn’t all that affordable for many families across the country and the globe. Approximately 52% of worldwide survey respondents expect to vacation at the beach at some point over the next 12 months,…

Going to the dentist is not everyone’s favorite activity. It can be uncomfortable, painful, and overall, not enjoyable. But would you feel more comfortable if a robot was performing your dental cleaning? A recent survey found that people aren’t quite ready to accept the idea of robots performing dental procedures on them. The Embry-Riddle patient-perceptions…

Though certain aspects are remaining constant, there are major changes coming to the home- and car-buying industries. According to National Mortgage News, new home sales have dipped for a third month in a row as prices surge. Though a sizable 41% of the American population either somewhat or strongly prefer newly-built homes over existing ones,…

Spring is officially underway, and now is the perfect time for performing some maintenance on your HVAC unit. With the harsh winter gone, for now, checking your AC unit is the best way to ensure that it starts and runs properly before the warm weather hits. Manufacturers contribute an estimated $2.17 trillion to the U.S.…

With Americans consuming about 120 million pounds of peanut butter each year between 2008 and 2014, there’s no doubt about Americans’ love of peanut products. However, there are millions of people around the world who have peanut allergies. Peanut allergy reactions can vary in severity, ranging from a mild rash to anaphylaxis. But thanks to…

For years, we’ve been hearing about the problem of overcrowded emergency rooms. While it’s true that 44% to 65% of all ER episodes could have been treated in urgent care facilities instead, some experts say that an influx of patients with non-life-threatening conditions isn’t necessarily to blame for the ongoing issue. Still, going to an…

Approximately 173,300 people worked as professional musicians in 2014, but very few of them have achieved the kind of success that Taylor Swift has. As problematic as the songstress may be in some circles, she’s still often seen as a successful role model for young listeners. But although the pop star takes a “Shake It…

This year’s flu seasons is unusually severe. Among people of all ages, the flu virus is hitting faster and harder, with more flu-related deaths than past years. But one age group is being affected more than others: baby boomers. Past flu seasons have seen babies between the ages of zero and four and senior citizens…

While laws regarding driving while under the influence of alcohol are common throughout the United States, New Jersey has officially taken the next step when it comes to operating machinery while drunk. A bill was recently passed that bans people from operating UAVs, commonly known as drones, while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.…

After a new study on the dangers of raw meat, veterinarians are warning people about the potential risks of feeding dogs and cats raw meat-based diets. Not only are there potential risks for the animals, but for the humans as well. Some pet owners choose to feed their animals raw meat, bones, and organs instead…

Currently, there are more than 11 million road vehicles across the world that run on natural gas as a fuel. In the near future, however, many of those vehicles might not have drivers operating them at all — especially in the commercial trucking industry. In an effort to both minimize the 500,000 annual semi-truck accidents…

For many couples, an infertility diagnosis can be a difficult time, leading to months or years of tests and treatments. Since 85-90% of infertility cases are treated with drugs or surgery, fertility professionals are constantly researching cutting edge treatments. And a recent invention may speed the rate of conception by identifying healthy sperm. ScienceDaily reports that researchers at…

Six senators have introduced legislation that aims to eliminate insecure elections in America. The Secure Elections Act is a bill that is working towards getting rid of insecure paperless voting machines in order to reduce the danger of interference from foreign governments. While there wasn’t any actual evidence that foreign governments altered any votes in…

After the recent California wildfires, thousands of homeowners were left with little-to-no hope in terms of salvaging their properties. The flames completely engulfed celebrity mansions, trailer parks, businesses, and ravaged lawns and landscapes up and down the state. Luckily, there are things that these property owners, and anyone else around the country who lives in…