Ashley J. DiMella

Health 3 hours ago

This simple outdoor activity can improve Americans' health, says governor

West Virginia has launched a "Mountaineer Mile" in an effort to get Americans outside and moving to increase physical and mental health. The state has been a leader in pushing for MAHA initiatives.

Travel 13 hours ago

New Jersey adds REAL ID 'emergency' appointments as airlines share urgent reminders

New Jersey launches a "REAL ID Emergency Issuance Program" as Americans rush to obtain new identification by the deadline of May 7 in order to fly domestically in the US.

Travel 23 hours ago

Divers discover vintage car in WWII shipwreck

A vintage Ford Super Deluxe car was discovered by divers while exploring the USS Yorktown, which was sunk during World War II in 1942 during the Battle of Midway.

Travel 1 day ago

Ancient temple undergoes renovations to prevent earthquake damage

Construction and renovation work is taking place at the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey, to preserve the historic mosque and former church from possible earthquake damage.

Travel 1 day ago

Flight passenger drapes 'gross' hair over flyer's TV screen, igniting social media uproar: 'Cut it off'

Flight passenger shares that a fellow flyer put her hair over her headrest, covering the TV screen — and asked Reddit users what to do. An etiquette expert shared insights.

Food-Drink 2 days ago

Food dyes to be phased out by Trump administration in latest round of bans

HHS and FDA announced a ban of petroleum-based synthetic dyes in the nation’s food supply on Tuesday with Secretary Kennedy and Commissioner Makary leading the charge.

Travel 2 days ago

Rare colossal baby sea creature caught on camera for the first time

A baby colossal squid was caught on camera for the first time in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of the South Sandwich Islands by researchers.

Travel 3 days ago

President Trump and first lady Melania Trump hold White House Egg Roll: 'Easter is special'

Americans gathered at the White House on Monday, April 21, as President Donald Trump and first Lady Melania Trump host the annual White House Easter Egg Roll on the grounds.

Food 3 days ago

Woman rants about chicken dinner uproar with boyfriend, igniting social media debate

In a Reddit post, a woman claimed she and her boyfriend got into a spat after he cooked her a chicken meal — and she didn't praise him enough for his food and cooking. Others shared thoughts.

Travel 5 days ago

Looming REAL ID deadline causes chaos at DMVs as critics take to social media

Americans take to social media to sound off about the REAL ID requirement starting May 7 in order for U.S. air travelers to fly domestically. A TSA spokesperson shared updates.

Travel 5 days ago

Secret 'Sistine Chapel' decked out with frescos in unlikely location

"Maine’s Sistine Chapel" or the South Solon Meeting House, in Waterville, Maine, is covered with 70-year-old fresco murals painted by artists in the 1950s.

Travel 6 days ago

First lady Melania Trump shares Good Friday message ahead of Easter

First lady Melania Trump issued a message ahead of the annual White House Easter Egg Roll on Monday. On Friday, she sent well wishes to Americans for Good Friday.

Travel 6 days ago

REAL ID looming deadline prompts TSA travel warning: 'Expect delays'

REAL IDs will be required starting May 7 in order for U.S. air travelers to fly domestically. Travel delays may result for those who are unprepared — and for others as well. Here's why.

Travel April 17

Popular church will curb tourist crowds by creating separate 'selfie space'

The Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Spain, will be adding more tourist attraction areas to curb overcrowding. It will create dedicated areas for tourists to snap photos of themselves.

Lifestyle April 17

President Donald Trump hosts Easter dinner with 'worship and prayers'

President Donald Trump hosted an Easter dinner on Wednesday night, welcoming faith leaders and worshippers, as Paula White and Jennifer Korn of the White House Faith Office shared faith goals.

Travel April 17

Americans grounded without REAL ID, long DMV waits turn to other options

With the REAL ID requirement approaching for U.S. air travelers to fly domestically, many DMVs are struggling to meet demand. Some Americans are seeking AAA appointments or getting passports.

Food April 16

Farmers come first as initiative aims to lower their costs, get fresh food to Americans more efficiently

AFPI has released its new "Farmers First Agenda" to reduce the cost of production for farmers, bring down the cost of food and make healthy, natural food more accessible to Americans.

Travel April 16

REAL ID appointments added as New Jersey residents struggle to get new identification

Motor vehicle bureaus add more hours to meet REAL ID demand as the new identification is required on May 7 for U.S. air travelers to fly domestically. Some New Jersey residents still struggle.

Travel April 15

Fisherman catches prehistoric-looking alligator gar in 4-hour ‘epic battle’

An angler from Kentucky says he may have broken a record for a 153-pound alligator gar caught in Lake Livingston, Texas after a four-hour battle to reel in the massive fish.

Travel April 15

No 'Real ID' appointments open in New Jersey as residents sound off: ‘Get with the times, NJ'

New Jersey shows zero Real ID appointments open as the identification will be required starting May 7 in order for U.S. air travelers to fly domestically. Some AAA branches offer Real ID services.

Health April 14

Fluoride exposure linked to ‘detrimental effects’ on health of pregnant women, infants

New meta-analysis looks into studies on the impact of fluoride on pregnant women and infants, concluding that fluoride is toxic to early brain development.

Travel April 14

Popular beach destination requires tourists to book spots via app or website

Some beaches in Sardinia, Italy, are planning to implement a new digitized system requiring tourists to reserve a spot on the beach through an app or on a website. The process begins soon.

Travel April 14

Man in car calls his wife 'worst backseat driver,' sparking social media debate

A husband said on Reddit he refuses to drive with his wife in the car, calling her a "backseat driver." Social media users commented on the driving drama as a clinical psychologist shared insights.

Travel April 12

Rare Eleanor Roosevelt letter and pricey gold watch among lost luggage items noted in report

"The Found Report" was released by Unclaimed Baggage, detailing unique and valuable items left behind by flight passengers. The report also shares different trends of travelers.

Travel April 12

Flight passenger ‘guilted' into swapping plane seats over baby sparking debate

A flight passenger detailed how a family guilted the person into switching seats so their baby could get a window spot — sparking a debate on Reddit. A travel expert weighed in on the dilemma.

Travel April 11

'Super rare' albino squirrel spotted on golf course: 'Keep an eye out'

A rare albino squirrel was spotted hanging out near the Prairie Green Golf Course in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Officials say the chances of seeing this animals are about 1 in 100,000.

Travel April 11

Airport's strict 'quiet policy' has flight passengers sounding off

Flight passenger shares San Francisco International Airport's quiet policy, which was launched in 2018. Reddit users and a travel expert weighs in.

Travel April 10

Tourists ripped off at popular landmark by 'impossible' ticketing schemes attract investigation

Italian ticketing agencies were hit with $22 million in fines for making it "essentially impossible" for tourists to get basic tickets to visit the Colosseum in Rome, Italy.

Travel April 10

Rare 10-carat blue diamond among $100M worth of gems going up for auction

A rare diamond exhibit in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, featured a special blue diamond, with the exhibit's worth totaling $100 million amid the display of 700 total carats of diamonds.

Travel April 10

Flight passenger calls out fellow traveler for ‘spraying’ disinfectant, causing ‘coughing’

A flight passenger said a fellow flyer sprayed cleaning disinfectant all over her seat area, making others cough. Delta Airlines shared how it cleans its planes and a travel expert weighed in.