Human Interest

How U.S. natural gas will help countries meet their Paris commitments
By Merrill Matthews

While critics bemoan President Trump’s decision to pull out of -- or renegotiate -- the Paris climate agreement, the United States has been reducing its greenhouse gas emissions over the past decade. And now the country is poised to help a number of the signatory countries reduce theirs as well.

Don't Sanction Americans for Russia's Misdeeds
By Margo Thorning

President Trump just signed a Russian sanctions bill into law -- and in doing so, narrowly avoided an economic catastrophe. Thanks to modifications to the bill's language by the House, Americans can rest easy knowing their economic future is protected.

Is College Education Worth It?

Blood donations urgently needed in the final weeks of summer

(Aug. 7, 2017) – The American Red Cross urges blood donors to give in the final weeks of summer to help overcome a chronic summer blood shortage.

PBMs Are Driving America's Opioid Epidemic
By Peter J. Pitts

For Americans under 50, the leading cause of death used to be injuries caused by accidents. But, now, the biggest killer isn't car crashes and ladder falls -- it's drug overdoses.

Overdose deaths surged by 15 percent from 2015 to 2016, the largest annual increase in American history. Overdoses have pushed up death rates among all racial and ethnic groups.

Take Charge America Teaches Parents to Save on Back-to-School

Non-profit credit counseling agency offers tips for saving money without skimping on essentials

PHOENIX – (Aug. 7, 2017) – Back-to-school spending is cutting more deeply into family budgets than ever before. In fact, the National Retail Foundation expects parents to shell out $83.6 billion this year to send their children and college students back to school, an increase of 10 percent over last year.

reat Ways to Let Your Summer Style Shine

(StatePoint) One of the best parts of summer is the chance to sample exciting new styles. From more versatile ensemble choices courtesy of the warmer weather to colorful accessory options – summer fashion is all about trying different things and having some fun with your look.

Here are a few trends to keep in mind as you style yourself this summer.

Love to Layer

Layering is a fun and especially convenient style for summer.

Moms: Common Reasons You May be Packing on Pounds

(StatePoint) A pizza crust here, a chicken nugget there. Can eating leftovers off your child’s plate really add up? The answer is yes. Eighty-one percent of moms with kids under 18 admit to eating off their kids’ plates before, during or after a meal. What’s more, one in three say they eat less healthfully now than they did before they became a parent, according to a new survey conducted on behalf of Nutrisystem by Harris Poll.

Back-to-School Tips to Save You Time and Money

(StatePoint) From shopping for school supplies to lunch meal prep, getting ready for the first day of school can be overwhelming.

To help relieve some of the stress, the discount experts at Dollar General are offering a few money and time-saving tips.

Start with the Supply List