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A new kind of date makes personal to-do lists a reason to get together with friends

Life tasks like paying bills, canceling subscriptions and answering overdue emails are becoming a reason to socialize for friends and couples who get together for what’s known as “admin dates.”

 

Exploring barefoot trails on 2 continents as a way to connect with nature this Earth Day

Barefoot trails located around the world invite visitors to get close to nature in a different way. Feeling cool mud squish between toes and pine needles, tree stumps or stones on soles that aren’t often exposed to the outdoors transform a routine walk into an immersive experience.

 

To make hosting less stressful, strive for connection and not perfection

Inviting people over is a good way to strengthen social connections, but pressure to clean every room and prepare a table of good food before guests arrive can get in the way.

 

Do-it-yourself projects can save money and build confidence, or do the opposite

Do-it-yourselfers often are regarded as determined and self-sufficient, but the jobs they take on don’t fit into a single category.

 

Navigating conversations with children about war, conflict and other traumatic events

Experts say adults can help children cope with the latest conflict in the Middle East by making time for conversations, validating their feelings and limiting exposure to frightening or inaccurate information.

 

Why adults pursuing career growth or personal interests are the ‘new majority’ student

Millions of adults are continuing their education by returning to school and enrolling in credit and non-credit courses, certificates, micro-credentials, job training and degree programs.

 

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Relationship experts and couples say romance doesn’t need grand gestures to thrive

Valentine’s Day often brings grand gestures, but relationship therapists say romance doesn’t need to be extravagant.

 

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Arizona Department of Public Safety helicopter crash kills 2 while responding to shootout

An Arizona Department of Public Safety helicopter responding to a shootout between police and a suspect has crashed in an accident that killed the pilot and a trooper on board.

 

Pet sounds: Why some dog owners share music with their 4-legged friends

People use music to set moods, create a desired atmosphere and evoke memories of family and friends.

 

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Letter writing enjoys a revival as fans seek connection and a break from screen time

As screens blur the line between work and home, some people are slowing down and disconnecting by looking to communication devices from the past.

 

Why home maintenance deserves a spot in the annual health and budget plans

Experts say home care can affect your health and finances.

 

Like many holiday traditions, lighting candles and fireplaces is best done in moderation

The warm scents of gingerbread and pine are holiday favorites, but experts warn they can affect indoor air quality.

 

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Don’t forget pets when preparing for winter’s cold. Here’s what experts recommend

Cold, wintry weather brings risk for pets as well as people. Experts say pet owners need to prepare.

 

Preparing to study abroad requires knowing what might go wrong during and after the trip

Students preparing to study abroad often have long checklists, but the experience of learning and living in another country can be challenging in unexpected ways.

 

The cold truth is you may not know the best way to use a refrigerator

Storing food properly can prolong the life of groceries, minimize waste, and prevent foodborne illnesses.

 

Losing a family pet gives parents a chance to teach children about death and grieving

Losing a pet often is the first time children encounter death. Psychologists and pet bereavement specialists say the experience can be an opportunity for profound emotional learning and influence how young people process grief as adults.

 

Lice concerns rise as children return to school. Here’s what parents can do

Children have returned to school, and some parents are concerned they could be bringing home a tiny nuisance — lice.

 

The nest is empty: Parents grapple with mixed emotions after children move out

Parents across the U.S. are experiencing mixed emotions as their children leave home for college or work.

 

These colleges are welcoming pets in dorms to reduce students’ stress and anxiety

Some colleges are allowing pets in dorms to help students feel more at home. Eckerd College in Florida lets students bring pets like dogs and cats after their first semester.

 

College endowment tax is leading to hiring freezes and could mean cuts in financial aid

An increase in the tax on university endowments is creating financial challenges for the wealthiest U.S. colleges.

 

A look at details of the settlement between Columbia University and the Trump administration

A deal between Columbia University and the Trump administration calls for the Ivy League school to pay more than $220 million to resolve multiple federal investigations into alleged violations of federal antidiscrimination laws.

 

Far more teen girls than boys see college as key to success, new AP-NORC poll finds

A recent AP-NORC Teen Poll poll shows most U.S. teenagers prioritize graduating from college, with 70% of girls and 54% of boys considering it important.

 

Fulbright scholarship board members resign after accusing Trump of meddling

Nearly all the members of a board overseeing the prestigious Fulbright scholarships on Wednesday resigned in protest of what they call the Trump administration’s meddling with the selection of award recipients, according to a statement they issued.

 

HBCUs depend on federal funding. Their leaders are walking a tightrope on Trump’s DEI attacks

President Donald Trump has affirmed the importance of historically Black colleges and universities, and the schools have not faced the kind of pressures that have rocked Ivy League schools Trump has blasted as hotbeds of “wokeness” and antisemitism.

 

Education Department says it will not garnish Social Security of student loan borrowers in default

Borrowers who have defaulted on their student loans will no longer be at risk of having their Social Security benefits garnished, an Education Department spokesperson said Tuesday.

 

The Trump administration crackdown on DEI is canceling some college graduation ceremonies

Some colleges are canceling graduation ceremonies that recognize individual cultures or groups. The affinity commencement events are the latest casualties of state and federal policy rolling back diversity, equity and inclusion practices.

 

Head Start funding lags by nearly $1 billion this year, causing some preschool closures

Federal databases show Head Start centers across the U.S. have received nearly $1 billion less in federal funding compared with this time last year.

 

Trump administration freezes $1.8 billion for Cornell and Northwestern

Cornell University and Northwestern University say they haven’t received any notice from the U.S. government about paused federal funding even though the White House says more than $1 billion for Cornell and about $790 million for Northwestern have been frozen.

 

Brown University to see half a billion in federal funding halted by Trump administration

A White House official says the Trump administration is planning to halt more than half a billion dollars in contracts and grants awarded to Brown University.

 

Education Department reopens applications for student loan repayment plans

The U.S. Education Department reopened online applications Wednesday for income-driven repayment plans for student loan borrowers.

 

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