7 Tips To Help Keep Pets Healthy And Save You Money

From understanding the importance of pet insurance to having an emergency plan, these are things every pet parent should know.

5 Ways To Stop Winter From Taking A Toll On Your Sensitive Skin

Staying hydrated, being smart about the products you buy and using a humidifier can help protect your skin against cold, dry weather.

Is MSG Really Bad for You? Here’s Everything You Should Know

MSG is a food additive with a complex history. Here’s what science, the experts and research have to say about it.

Saving Money With GoodRx Is Even Easier Than You Think

Think you need to be a tech whiz to use an app or find a coupon to save on prescriptions? Think again! GoodRx does all the work for you.

Here's How To Get Free N95 Face Masks Near You

The free masks will be available at many of the same grocery store and pharmacy chains that offer free COVID-19 vaccines.

​Forbes America's Best Large Employers List Reflects COVID Impact

With 4 percent unemployment and 10.9 million job openings, some large employers have had to re-recruit some of their strongest talent.

What Is Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, And Does It Work?

Mindfulness-based stress reduction can help with a number of health conditions, including cancer, depression and diabetes.

Valentine’s Day 2022 Love Stories: How Patch Readers Met

On Valentine’s Day, Patch readers share stories of the spark that started marriages and relationships that have withstood the test of time.

Galentine’s Day: Thank Amy Poehler For Celebration Of Friendships

Galentine’s Day, observed Feb. 13, Valentine's Day Eve, has become internationally popular since the first "Parks and Recreation" reference.

GUIDELINES: Accept Others to Open Hearts

The key to opening the human heart is acceptance. To accept others means to affirm their intrinsic value.

GOP Pushes U.S. Schools To Post All Class Materials Online

At least one state proposal would give parents with no expertise power over curriculum choices. Parents could also file complaints.

Canada Border Protest Clearing Peacefully As Police Move In

This week's demonstrations at the U.S.-Canadian border have targeted vaccine mandates and other coronavirus restrictions.

Ukraine Crisis: Biden Orders 3,000 More U.S. Troops To Poland

Additional soldiers will depart their post at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, over the next couple days and should be in Poland early next week.

Q&A: Surgeon General On Omicron, Masks And Mental Health

The surgeon General Vivek Murthy sees a future without masks, but warns pulling back COVID safeguards too soon could bring more suffering.

Where Could Revelations Trump Took Records Lead? Explainer

​Revelations he took government records with him to Mar-a-Lago is a political — and potentially legal — headache for the former president.

7 Good News Stories: Bowls For Food; Black History Month Brews

Family bakes a business from pandemic boredom; firefighter looks out the window just in time and saves an expectant mom from icy water.

FDA Asks Pfizer For More Data On 3rd COVID Shot For Kids Under 5

Delay is a setback for parents eager to get their kids but vaccinated, but critical to get more data on third dose, FDA vaccine chief says.

Week In Photos: 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics Begin, States Unmask

See photos from the first week of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic Games, Amir Locke protests, Ambassador Bridge closed by trucker protest.

U.S. Life Expectancy Is Up, But COVID Is Wiping Out Those Gains

Life expectancy inched up a fraction of a percentage point from 2018-2019, a new report says, but that doesn't account for COVID-19 deaths.

​Why U.S. Inflation Is So High, And When It May Ease: Explainer

For the 12 months ending in January, inflation amounted to 7.5 percent — the fastest year-over-year pace since 1982.

Flag Returns Home, Fight Against Hunger: Feel Good Fridays

NewsNation and Patch have partnered together to bring you uplifting news from across America each week.

Immerse Yourself In Bahamian Culture At 'Taste Of Paradise' Event

Experience food, wine and culture during the two-week celebration showcasing dishes from the top restaurants on Atlantis Paradise Island.

Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday On Feb. 12 Was Never A Federal Holiday

Presidents Day is generally seen as a federal holiday observing the birthdays of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln; there’s more to it.

When It Comes To Home Chores, What’s Your Love Language?

In honor of Valentine’s Day, find out how both singles and couples feel about home chores — and what they’re willing to pay to avoid them.

Government Crack Pipes: What’s True, Untrue And How Rumor Started

How a federal program to reduce the spread of infectious diseases led to the spread of misinformation by conservative lawmakers and media.

For Black Women, Hopes And Dreams Rest On Biden Court Choice

Women of different ages agreed: Just seeing a Black woman on the court would have an incalculable effect, especially for young people.

Jan. 6 Panel Subpoenas Ex-Trump Adviser Peter Navarro

Navarro was reportedly involved in efforts to delay Congress' certification of the 2020 election and ultimately change the election results.

Under Pressure To Ease Up, Biden Weighs New Virus Response

​Biden, who has long promised to"follow the science" in confronting the pandemic, is hemmed in​ as he awaits guidance from health experts.

Child Tax Credit Payments May Shrink Tax Refund: 7 Things To Know

Parents receiving advance child tax credit payments may see smaller 2021 income tax refunds; in some cases, they may have to pay money back.

Build-A-Bear Releases 'After-Dark' Line For Adults

“I want to be your mane man.”

Olympic Games Beijing Photos: Team USA's Top Moments Of Week 1

See some of the most amazing Olympic medal moments and the athletes who gave their all in Week 1 of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics.

Park These Cars Outside, As They May Burst Into Flames: Recall

Korean automakers Kia and Hyundai recalled some 485,000 SUVs and sedans that may catch fire even if the engine has turned off.

Joe Rogan Dispute Shows Spotify Limits Of Being Hands Off

With few standards to police offensive content, Spotify must keep Joe Rogan's millions of fans happy without further alienating artists.

Mail Delivery 6 Days A Week May Be On The Way Back

Democrats and Republicans come together to lift onerous regulations that helped push the U.S. Postal Service deeper into debt.

Hospitals Begin To Limp Out Of The Latest COVID Surge

Exhausted staff members face uncertainty over whether this is the last big wave or whether another one lies ahead.

McConnell Rebukes RNC, Calls Jan. 6 'Violent Insurrection'

RNC accused Cheney, Kinzinger and Jan. 6 panel of "persecution of ordinary citizens engaged in legitimate political discourse."

43.5K Bridges Crossed 167.5M Times A Day 'Structurally Deficient'

A report by the American Road and Transportation Builders Association lobbying group lists 43,578 as "structurally deficient."

Cold Weather Company Go Live on Volume.com 2/12

Cold Weather Company puts on a free, weekend show right into your living room.

What's A Deep Clean, And Does Your House Need One?

Give your home the extra attention it deserves by hiring a professional on Thumbtack to deep-clean neglected and hard-to-reach spaces.

‘Call For Kindness’ Contest Open; Funds Teen Leadership Projects

The Riley’s Way Foundation will award up to $3,000 in funding each for 35 projects, 10 of them focusing on mental health.