April 2025

Material prosperity isn’t everything. According to the 2025 World Happiness Report, which was released last month, the happiest country in the world is…

NY Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a statewide “bell to bell” cellphone ban in public schools, while allowing exemptions for medical, learning, or language needs.

Though it’s fallen out of fashion, hitchhiking remains a powerful act of connection and trust in the kindness of strangers.

Meta’s introduction of AI-powered digital companions has raised concerns about their potential to engage in explicit and inappropriate conversations, particularly with underage users.

Chimps in Guinea-Bissau were recorded sharing fermented breadfruits in the wild, offering a clue about the origins of social drinking among humans.

Off-premises dining—now accounting for nearly 75% of all restaurant traffic—has evolved from a convenience into a core business strategy, driving innovation, loyalty, and growth.

Artist and writer August Lamm embraced a “dumbphone” to escape the pressures of digital life, advocating for reduced smartphone use to enhance mental well-being.

As more employees opt to bring lunch from home to save money, office-area restaurants are facing a decline in midday business.

As casual dining chains decline, families are losing affordable sit-down meal options, impacting communal dining experiences and human connections once fostered by these middle-class restaurants.