In their first vote since they were hand-picked by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the new eight members of the CDC vaccine committee somewhat surprisingly voted to recommend a shot that protects infants against respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. As USA Today reports, Clesrovimab, a monoclonal antibody created by pharmaceutical giant Merck, is recommended […]
Here’s How to Fetch Some of the Best Early Prime Day Deals for Your Pets
Prime Day 2025 is coming up (July 8 thru 11), but pet parents can take advantage of deals on all kinds of useful pet gear, including popular pet cameras and smart water fountains right now! Wouldn’t you rather save your money now so you have extra funds for pet necessities later? As PCMag reports, even though […]
Does Apple Owe you Money? You have 3 More Days to Put in Your Claim in the $95M Siri Settlement
There’s are just three days left to file a claim in Apple’s $95 million lawsuit settlement. As NBC News reports, back in January, Apple agreed to resolve a five-year-old lawsuit involving allegations that it surreptitiously activated Siri to record conversations through iPhones and other devices equipped with the virtual assistant for more than a decade. Who is eligible […]
How many long-held Records were Broken during June’s Heat Wave?
The heat wave that gripped the Northeast and Midwest in late-June 2025 smashed records not just for a particular calendar day, but also anytime in June. In a few locations, it even tied or set new all-time records. As The Weather Channel reports, hundreds of record highs were broken from the Plains to the East […]
How to Protect Your Pets During Summer’s Extreme Heat
The heat in summer months can be uncomfortable—even dangerous—for both people AND their pets. It’s difficult enough simply to cope with rising temperatures, let alone thick humidity, but things really get tough in areas that are hit with the double blow of intense heat and storm-caused power outages, sometimes with tragic results. The Humane World […]
Oakley wants Travis Scott to help them take it to the Next Level as their First-Ever ‘Chief Visionary’
As part of a multi-year partnership to push Oakley‘s visual and cultural identity to the next level, rapper Travis Scott has been named “Chief Visionary” at the American eyewear and performance gear label. As Hypebeast reports, the ubiquitous Hip-Hop artist and his Cactus Jack creative team will be a central influence on the brand’s future eyewear and […]
Heinz Is Officially Rebranding itself for Breakfast
The age-old breakfast debacle: to add ketchup or not to add ketchup to eggs? You never know when you reach for that ketchup bottle at brunch — whether it’s going to gross out people at the table or if you’ll find fellow ketchup lovers to relate to. While I’m definitely a hot sauce on my […]
Are You Eligible for a Cut of a $177 Million AT&T Breach Settlement?
Current and former AT&T subscribers might soon be eligible for a payout from a $177 million settlement over two recent data breaches at the carrier. As PCMag reports, on Friday, a US district judge in Texas gave preliminary approval to the settlement, with the goal of kicking off the process to distribute the funds before a […]
Jane Birkin’s original Birkin bag goes to auction
Would you like to own a Birkin bag? No, no, that’s not a question. How about the original Birkin bag, as in, “the” bag designed for actress and forever namesake, Jane Birkin? Well, you’re about to get your chance. As Vogue reports, the prototype of the now-iconic Hermès purse, custom-made for its namesake, Jane Birkin, is […]
These Popular Upgrades will Transform Your Outdoor Living Space this Summer
Homeowners across the U.S. are stepping outside and staying there. According to Thumbtack’s newly released 2025 Curb Appeal Report, created in partnership with Zillow, outdoor spaces aren’t just getting more attention this year—they’re redefining how people live at home. As Better Homes & Gardens (BH&G) reports, 2025 is “The Year of Outdoor Living.” It’s all about […]