AT&T: Data Breach Leaked Millions Of Customers' Information Online

The theft of sensitive information belonging to millions of AT&T's current and former customers was recently discovered online, AT&T said.

Healing Takes Time

Healing often takes more time than we want to give it. Or more time than we thought it would or should take.

Just Pick Up Strewn Trash; But, Yes, People Are Slobs [Block Talk]

Should a 75-year-old with a bad back have to scrape a bundt cake off his driveway in what one reader called society’s “not it” game?

Dollar Tree Hikes Max Price To $7 Amid Surge In Higher-Income Shoppers

The news comes after Dollar Tree announced plans to close about 1,000 Family Dollar and Dollar Tree stores nationwide.

Powerball Jackpot Increases To $935M After No One Wins Top Prize

The Powerball jackpot increased to an estimated $935 million after no one matched the six numbers drawn Wednesday night.

The Cicadas Are Coming! They’re Cool Science; You Can Eat Them, Too.

Two broods of periodical cicadas — evolutionary superstars in the bug world — will emerge from the ground, potentially in the trillions.

‘A Ticket For My Luggage,’ Are You Kidding Me? [Flightmares]

With higher fees to check baggage, airlines should offer lower ticket prices, meals on planes and more legroom, one reader told us.

Clearing The Air On Deadline To Ditch Gas Cars For EVs: Patch Survey

In general, Patch survey respondents pushed hard on the gas pedal, but about 2 in 10 said their next car is likely to be an EV or hybrid.

Egg Prices Near Highs For Easter Amid Bird Flu, Weather, Inflation

Egg prices are at near-historic highs in many parts of the world as the spring holidays approach. Here's why.

Total Solar Eclipse Weather, When To See Comet And Meteors In April

April skywatching highlights include the total solar eclipse, a comet, the pink moon, and the Lyrid and Eta Aquariid meteor showers.

$100M Verizon Settlement: Deadline Approaches To Claim Up To $100

The deadline is fast approaching for you to claim up to $100 as part of a proposed $100 million settlement.

After Tumultuous 5 Years For Boeing, CEO To Depart

The top executive at embattled plane maker Boeing will step down this year amid a broader shakeup of the company's top leadership.

Forgetting has Its Place

​Forgetting has its place, and even its benefits. Forgetting is essential to the efficient functioning of the brain.

Total Solar Eclipse Protective Eyewear Is A Must: What You Need

Even people living far outside the ribbon of states from Texas to Maine experiencing totality in the April 8 eclipse need eye protection.

ISO Compliance Webinar on March 25

There's still time to register for this free webinar sponsored by Virginia APEX Accelerator!

Fish Spin Until Death; Bees Swarm Tennis Match: Weird News & Oddities

Cicadas have a nasty surprise, cops say diner got naked over “too hot” wings, brain tapeworm is more than a headache and more freaky things.

Candy Recalled After NJ Child Chokes, Needs Surgery: Feds

About 290,000 liquid rolling candy products were recalled nationwide this week after federal regulators said they could choke children.

Salmonella-Tainted Nuts; 'Severe' Burns From Mugs: Weekly Recalls

Cashews sold at Trader Joe's that could be contaminated with salmonella. Toys that can choke children. See major recalls from this week.

Mobile Apps Encourage Kids To Make A Difference By Simply Reading

Heifer International works around the world to end hunger and poverty through climate smart agriculture.

‘Prolonged And Intense’ Allergy Season Off To Early Start: Forecast

People in the eastern U.S. are already sneezing, and allergy sufferers across the country could be in for months of misery.

Who Cleans Up Neighbor's Spilled Trash? [Block Talk Survey]

Responsibility follows trash, right? You might think. Or do you and your neighbors owe it to each other to pick up trash when you see it?

DMVs Resume Service After Nationwide Outage, Officials Say

Motor vehicle departments across the United States went down Thursday, according to officials in multiple states. Many have returned.

Fisher-Price Recalls Donald, Daisy Duck; Detached Heads Can Choke Kids

Fisher-Price received three reports of the heads detaching from the toys, including one in which a detached head was in a child's mouth.

Nestlé Mugs Sold In Starbucks Gift Sets Recalled After 'Severe' Burns

Nestlé mugs sold in holiday Starbucks-branded gift sets have been recalled because they can overheat, leading to burn and cut hazards.

As Airline Luggage Fees Take Flight, Do You Take Issue? [Flightmares]

As airlines navigate higher labor and fuel costs, a loophole allowing them to avoid taxes on baggage check revenue may also be a strategy.

Should Gas-Powered Cars Be Phased Out? Patch Survey

Electric and hybrid vehicles were already a “political football.” New EPA rules aim for 56 percent electric vehicle sales by 2032.

New EPA Rules Could Boost Electric Car Sales: Things To Know

If 56 percent of new vehicles sales are electric and 13 percent are plug-in hybrids by 2032, the EPA could meet its emissions targets.

Measles On The Rise With 64 Cases In 17 States Amid Global Uptick: CDC

Linked to international travel, U.S. measles cases reported in the first three months of the year exceed the total number of cases in 2023.

1960s Theme Park With Disney Connections Featured In Books

Freedomland U.S.A. finally earns proper recognition in amusement business history.

PHOTOS: Saint Patrick's Day Celebrations Across The Country

From dyed rivers, bagpipes and clovers there was plenty of green cheer to celebrate the holiday dedicated to Irish heritage.

Positive Outcomes of Worrying

We tend to think of worrying only in the negative. Can worrying accomplish anything positive? Worrying can get you to planning.

Walmart, Target, Dollar General Put Limits On Self-Checkout

Self-checkout lanes are popular with many consumers, especially GenZ and Millenials, but are also an opportunity to cheat, one expert says.

Book Bans Surge 65% As Activists Target Public Libraries And Schools

Book challenges at public libraries increased 92 percent in 2023, while library challenges increased 11 percent.

Flaming Air Fryers, Listeria-Tainted Burritos: This Week’s Recalls

Recalls across U.S. industries reportedly reached a five-year high in 2023. Here's a roundup of what to look out for this week.

Leash Your Dogs; Not Everyone Loves Them Or Their Slobber [Block Talk]

Dogs do need room to romp, but unleashing them on daily walks in the neighborhood and parks is dangerous, entitled and rude, readers said.

First Look At Summer 2024 Forecast: Will It Be Hotter Than Normal?

The Farmers’ Almanac said in its early summer 2024 outlook that most — but not all — of the country will experience a hot, muggy summer.

Allergy Season Ramps Up Early, But A Switch To La Niña Offers Hope

As an El Niño​ climate pattern falls a part, cooler, wetter weather associated with La Niña could bring relief to allergy sufferers.

Air Fryers Sold At Best Buy Recalled After Some Catch Fire, Shatter

The air fryers can overheat, causing the handles to melt or break, posing fire and burn hazards, federal regulators said.

Another Dangerous Amoeba Linked To Neti Pots, Nasal Rinsing

On Wednesday, researchers linked a second kind of deadly amoeba to nasal rinsing.

Brain Tapeworms From Undercooked Bacon Caused Man's Migraines: Study

The only risk factor for a 52-year-old man with a tapeworm brain infection was how he cooks America’s favorite breakfast meat.