A restaurant has broken the Guinness World Record for the largest tequila collection on Earth — and it’s not in Mexico. Meximodo, which opened last November in Metuchen, New Jersey, boasts the biggest library of agave spirits in the world. A Guinness World Records adjudicator certified the world record during a celebration on July 24....
Each year, thousands of families hear news they never want to receive; their child has been diagnosed with cancer. There are around 400,000 children around the world who are diagnosed with cancer each year, according to the American Childhood Cancer Organization. For children, the most common types of cancers are leukemia, brain and spinal cord...
Imagine the United States of America without football — our most popular sport and a cherished cultural spectacle. No Friday night lights, Saturday afternoon madness or Super Bowl Sunday. It nearly happened. Gruesome violence on the gridiron in the early 1900s spurred calls from pigskin prohibitionists to spike football. St. Louis University star Bradbury Robinson...
Lung cancer is the leading cause of all cancer deaths in the United States. There are several different risk factors for the disease, but above all, smoking remains the biggest contributor to lung cancer. Most people who are diagnosed with lung cancer are 65 or older, according to the source, with the average age of...
Many people experience a boost in their mood when the weather is warm. There are lots of different reasons for this, most of which are indirectly related to the season, such as being able to socialize with others and traveling more than you likely do during colder months. One big factor that can play into...
When a child is abducted, Amber Alerts are projected on your phone screen, highway signs and local broadcasts. The emergency alert is issued when a certain criterion is met in a child abduction. If you receive one on your phone, it’s important to take note of it, as it means a child is in danger...
Summer allergies can be a hindrance to your plans. With flowers in bloom, and warm, damp weather causing mold to form, many find themselves reaching for tissues through June, July and August. A person can develop allergies throughout the year for a variety of reasons. There are seasonal allergies that come about from symptoms related...
School’s out for summer! This means students of all ages have some time off from learning and more time to participate in other things. Summer is the perfect time to volunteer. With so many unique volunteering opportunities, there is sure to be something that fits your interests. In addition to helping better the lives of...
Summer months can bring on a set of illnesses that must be treated with care. Spending time out in the sun and fresh air provides great benefits for your body, such as getting vitamin D and an improved mood. However, it can also bring on more illnesses that are less common in colder months when...
When spending time out in the sun, it’s vital to protect your skin by applying sunscreen. Skin cancer is a leading type, with one in five Americans developing it in their lifetime, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. Around 9,500 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with skin cancer each day, according to the...
