How To See Moon Cover Mars In ‘Lunar Occultation’ Wednesday

Mars will appear to slip behind the moon for about an hour during a “lunar occultation,” one of several December skywatching events.

Santa Claus Isn’t Coming To Town: What’s Behind The St. Nick Shortage?

Americans have pent-up demand for visits with St. Nick and other holiday traditions, but there just are not enough Santas to go around.

45+ Restaurants Open Christmas Day And Christmas Eve 2022

From fast food to fine dining, several restaurants and coffee shops plan to be open at least part of the time during the Christmas holiday.

Best Hospitals For Maternity Care For 2022-23: U.S. News Ranking

Little public information is readily available on which U.S. hospitals best care for expectant parents after an uncomplicated pregnancy.

Justices Spar In Latest Clash Of Religion And Gay Rights

The web designer and her supporters say that ruling against her would force artists to do work that is against their beliefs.

USS Arizona Survivor: Honor Those Killed At Pearl Harbor

​Many people consider 101-year-old Lou Conter, who survived the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, a hero. He rejects that characterization.

11 Good News Stories: A ‘King’ Or A ‘Star’; Walkabout Around The World

“One human trying to help,” “just doing our jobs” and other things people doing good things say; a smiling hippopotamus and a sad, sad cat.

What Is The Chance Of A White Christmas? AccuWeather Gives Predictions

The influential La Niña weather pattern is in play for a third consecutive winter, but the white Christmas map looks different this year.

REAL ID Deadline Extended Yet Again As State Agencies Try To Catch Up

The Department of Homeland Security granted a 24-month extension for people to obtain their REAL IDs, necessary to board domestic flights.

Face Today to Get to Tomorrow

To get from what was to what will be, you have to go through what is; you have to face today.

Same-Sex Couples In U.S. Estimated At 1.2 Million

The number of married same-sex couples has increased sharply since 2016, a year after the U.S. Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage.

Dems Move To Give South Carolina, Not Iowa, 1st Presidential Vote

In a letter to Democratic National Committee officials, President Joe Biden said early nominating states should reflect more diversity.

Abortion Rights Groups Look To Next Fights After 2022 Wins

Activists say victories for abortion rights ballot measures and candidates who support choice are a roadmap for how to win future campaign.

Falling Jobless Claims Suggest Labor Market Is Withstanding Fed Hikes

Workers are enjoying extraordinary job security at the moment, despite an economy with some glaring weaknesses, the jobless report shows.

Supreme Court To Rule On Biden Student Loan Cancellation Plan

The high court is expected to rule about two months before the newly extended pause on loan repayments is set to expire.

Senate Moves To Avert Rail Strike Amid Dire Warnings

​A House measure adding seven paid sick days — a sticking point for unions — fell eight votes short of the 60 needed to pass the Senate.

Your Neighbor Doesn’t Rake Leaves. What Do You Do? [Block Talk]

Late autumn means piles of falling leaves. Do you leave the leaves on the ground or rake them? Both practices have benefits.

How To Prevent Christmas Tree Fires, From Picking It To Tossing It Out

Christmas tree fires, though rare, can be deadly and expensive. Frequent watering is important; so is the integrity of decorative lights.

RSV, Flu And COVID-19 Viruses Overwhelm Some U.S. Hospitals

Months of hunkering down for the COVID-19 pandemic weakened Americans’​ immunity to RSV, influenza and other diseases, health experts say.

Welcome to the 21st! Reveal Intriguing New Release

A perfect album to close out the year

Sufferin Mall Reveal a Year End Stunner, "Latency"

Taken from the acclaimed 'Crushed' EP

Ryan Wayne Debuts Stunning Single "Wherever You Land"

Put this on your new music radar NOW!

Evil Tongues Reveal Strong New Single "Catch Me"

One for the books...

DJ Karaba Tears It Up on "Mad Mess"

Get on the dance floor now!

Bus People Come Alive with Stellar Single "Luck"

Put this one on your radar!

Drug Slows Alzheimer's, But Can It Make A Real Difference?

Doctors are split over how much difference the drug may make for patients — especially due to worrying side effects, such as brain swelling.

Higher Food Prices Worsen Hunger Crisis This Holiday Season

What many Americans hoped would be the first normal holiday season in three years has instead been thrown into a heightened hunger crisis.

Stocks Rally After Fed Chair Signals Slowdown In Rate Hikes

Fed Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday the central bank could begin moderating its pace of rate hikes as soon as December.

House Votes To Avert Rail Strike, Impose Deal On Unions

The bill would impose a compromise agreement brokered by the Biden administration that was ultimately voted down by four of the 12 unions.

Domestic Extremists Praise Club Q Shooting Suspect: Homeland Security

Praise for the Colorado Springs shooting suspect, as well as racially and ethnically motivated violence, could inspire copycats, DHS warns.

Alex Exists Delights with "Never Christmas Without You"

Ushering in the Holiday Spirit!

apollonio Intrigues with "We Had A Time"

Are you ready for this?

Ways in Waves Swims with "Everything Taken"

Another standout for 2022!

TEEN BLUSH x skagboy Reveal "FALL TIME"

From the IS IT ALREADY FALL TIME?' EP

Steve Neville Unveils Stellar New Single "bitter taste"

It's sweet as can be...

Ryan Langdon Comes Alive on "Friends Don't Let Friends"

Meet your new favorite artist

Mike Legere Enchants with "Memory Forming Clouds"

A stellar one for the end of year

Soil Fungi Causing Lung Infections A Problem Nationwide, Study Shows

Soil fungi causing deadly lung infections are found in more places than previously thought, leading to misdiagnoses, researchers caution.

What Are The Chances Of A White Christmas In 2022?

The Old Farmer’s Almanac​ and NOAA’s National Climatic Data Center offer insight on areas most likely to see a white Christmas.

Uvalde Mom Files Lawsuit As Front In Battle Over Guns Moves To Courts

The lawsuit is part of a new legal push to hold firearms makers accountable in mass shootings, despite federal laws granting broad immunity.