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LIFESTYLE June 10, 2024

Why do we say ‘poker face’ and other popular expressions? Here are 3 idioms and their origins

Metaphoric phrases are common in the English language — but where did they come from? Here are 3 popular expressions that use the word "face," with alternative meanings and their origins.

World June 8, 2024

Python swallows woman whole in Indonesia

A missing Indonesian woman was tragically found eaten whole by a reticulated python that measured about 16 feet long, according to local officials.

LIFESTYLE June 8, 2024

New mother on Reddit refuses to change baby's name despite sister-in-law's pleas: 'Weak excuse'

A Reddit user was told by her sister-in-law that her four-month-old child's name was off-limits, as it was her stillborn daughter's name. The mother refuses to change the name; others weighed in.

LIFESTYLE June 8, 2024

Viral dog trend explodes on social media, plus 4 sisters are crowned valedictorian and more hot headlines

This week's top Lifestyle headlines include pet tales, family dramas, delicious food stories, must-see viral videos and more. Soak up the latest hot stories you won't want to miss.

Insects June 7, 2024

The truth about 'zombie cicadas': 'The fungus can do some nefarious things'

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital spoke with several cicada experts to find out the facts vs. fiction regarding reports of "zombie cicadas" spreading a disease this summer as two broods emerge.

LIFESTYLE June 6, 2024

Ocean-born fish seen swimming in Kansas River for first time in a decade: 'Fascinating species'

An ocean-born fish that's rarely seen in the Kansas River was spotted by a group of biologists who were on the scene conducting sampling operations for an invasive species.

Insects June 6, 2024

'No need to be afraid' of 'venomous flying spiders,' expert says

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital spoke with three spider experts who said that while the invasive venomous Joro spider may seem scary, this spider is really more of a nuisance than a threat to humans or pets.

LIFESTYLE June 5, 2024

Woman discovers her dog is alive and up for adoption after 'putting him down'

A pet owner reportedly found out that her dog, which she thought was "put down" in Maryland, is alive and up for adoption at same place where she adopted him in 2022.

LIFESTYLE June 5, 2024

Texas public works department removes 12-foot alligator with grapple truck: 'Great grab'

A 12-foot-long alligator found in a drainage ditch in Mont Belvieu, Texas, was removed with the use of a grapple truck claw before being relocated by the state game warden.

LIFESTYLE June 5, 2024

Missing dog rescued after spending 18 hours stranded in the middle of the highway: Owner was 'panicked’

A dog owner is thanking the community after his pet escaped from home and became stranded on a highway median for 18 hours. The German shepherd is now home and safe.

LIFESTYLE June 5, 2024

Elusive and 'hideous' fish stuns viewers after Instagram post goes viral: 'New fear unlocked'

In a now viral post garnering more than 54 million views, a man captured the elusive and rather odd-looking longnosed stargazer. Some viewers called the fish "petrifying."