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When 'k' is not 'okay': Behind the many generational differences in texting

Visible partnered with Stacker and dove into studies to explore what gets lost in texting translation and how generations can understand each other better. more

Eliza Siegel | 3/11/24

April’s eclipse will mean interruptions in solar power generation, which could strain electrical grids

During the most recent total solar eclipse visible in the U.S., on Aug. 21, 2017, the skies darkened as the Moon crossed in front of the Sun. It blocked out all sunlight – except for that from a golden ring … more

Vahe Peroomian, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, The Conversation | 3/8/24

How the Academy Awards became ‘the biggest international fashion show free-for-all’

The Oscars are no longer just a celebration of movies. They’ve also become a fashion show, with fans, designers and the media celebrating and critiquing Hollywood celebrities as they stroll, pause and pose on the red carpet of the annual awards ceremony. … more

Elizabeth Castaldo Lundén, University of Southern California, The Conversation | 3/6/24

A simple 5-step checklist to install an EV charger at home

Edmunds has a 5-step checklist for homeowners ready to install an electric vehicle charger. more

Carrie Kim | 3/5/24

How non-English language cinema is reshaping the Oscars landscape

This year, of the 10 films nominated for an Academy Award for best picture, three of them – “Anatomy of a Fall,” “Past Lives” and “The Zone of Interest” – are non-English language films. … more

Kerry Hegarty, Miami University, The Conversation | 3/4/24

Behind the latest wedding craze: the 'buddymoon'

Why is honeymooning with friends becoming so popular? Contiki dove into the "buddymoon" trend. more

Ali Hickerson | 3/4/24

Biggest March Madness upsets since 1982

ATS.io compiled a ranking of the biggest men's March Madness upsets since 1982—when the term was coined—using Sports Reference data. more

Jill Jaracz, Data Work By Karim Noorani | 2/27/24

Making the moral of the story stick − a media psychologist explains the research behind ‘Sesame Street,’ ‘Arthur’ and other children’s TV

To adult viewers, educational media content for children, such as “Sesame Street” or “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood,” may seem rather simplistic. The pacing is slow, key themes are often repeated and the visual aspects tend to be plain.… more

Drew Cingel, University of California, Davis; Allyson Snyder, University of California, Davis; Jane Shawcroft, University of California, Davis, and Samantha Vigil, University of California, Davis, The Conversation | 2/23/24

With Beyoncé’s foray into country music, the genre is finally breaking free from the stereotypes that have long dogged it

On Super Bowl Sunday, Beyoncé released two country songs – “16 Carriages” and “Texas Hold ‘Em” – that elicited a mix of admiration and indignation. This is not her first foray into the genre, but it is her most successful and controversial entry. … more

William Nash, Middlebury, The Conversation | 2/22/24

Most surprising March Madness winners of all time

ATS.io compiled a ranking of the most surprising men's March Madness national champions of the last 40 years using Sports Reference data. more

Bob Cooper, Data Work By Karim Noorani | 2/21/24

FAFSA website meltdown: How to avoid additional frustration with financial aid applications

When Congress passed the FAFSA Simplification Act in 2020, it was touted as making it easier for more families to access the government funding they need to send their children to college. But as recent events have shown, it actually made things more complicated, frustrating and confusing. … more

Dawn Medley, Drexel University, The Conversation | 2/19/24

Why does a leap year have 366 days?

Leap Day is coming. Marvin Samuel Tolentino Pineda/iStock, via Getty images Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d … more

Bhagya Subrayan, Purdue University, The Conversation | 2/19/24

Why does a leap year have 366 days?

You may be used to hearing that it takes the Earth 365 days to make a full lap, but that journey actually lasts about 365 and a quarter days. Leap years help to keep the 12-month calendar matched up with Earth’s movement around the Sun. more

Bhagya Subrayan, Purdue University, The Conversation | 2/19/24

3 ways to plan for a satisfying and successful retirement

Wealth Enhancement Group outlines three ways to get the most out of retirement. more

Kris Carroll | 2/16/24

Easy, delicious seafood options for Lent — and every day

(BPT) - Whether you're looking to expand your protein options during Lent or want to try new twists on your seafood favorites, Morey's Fine Fish & Seafood offers plenty of easy-to-prepare, … more

2/16/24

Can you pay taxes with a credit card?

With tax season now upon us, BestCards outlines the pros and cons of paying taxes with a credit card. more

Cory Santos | 2/14/24

The history of daylight saving time—and why some are advocating for its end

Stacker turned back the clock to investigate the history behind daylight saving time—and why some people argue it shouldn't exist anymore. more

Eliza Siegel | 2/13/24

Seventy percent of U.S. drivers don’t know this vital winter driving fact

(BPT) - Seven in 10 American drivers are unaware of a vital piece of information. All-season tires aren’t built to drive in all four seasons.It sounds counterintuitive, but it’s true: The … more

2/13/24

Could flag football one day leapfrog tackle football in popularity?

One hundred years into the future, what if millions of people gathered every February, not to watch the Super Bowl, but to instead watch the annual world flag football championship? … more

Josh Woods, West Virginia University, The Conversation | 2/7/24

The Stanley craze: How a reusable cup became the latest symbol of overconsumption

The 19th looks at how the hype over the popular Stanley tumblers demonstrates how influencer culture is driving waste on a planet with finite resources. more

Jessica Kutz, The 19th | 2/6/24