Barbie releases new dolls to mark International Women’s Day

A trailblazing film director. A snowboarding champion. A pioneering mathematician for NASA. An iconic artist. Barbie is marking International Women’s Day by honouring some of the...

Taking on ‘microfiber’ pollution, a laundry room at a time

PORTLAND, Maine —  The fight to keep tiny pollutants from reaching the dinner plate might start in the laundry room. Innovators are coming up with tools...

108-year-old grandma relishes long life with ‘malunggay’, camote tops

ECHAGUE, Isabela – Reaching the age of 108–and still counting, centenarian Juanita Cariaga of San Miguel, Echague, Isabela considers her longevity as a feat for herself. What...

Venues work to include people sensitive to sensory overload

NEW ORLEANS — A non-profit organization that helps open doors for people with autism has certified the aquarium and zoo in New Orleans as sensory inclusive....

Bikes everywhere! Dockless bikes up access, sometimes chaos

DALLAS — Shared bikes that can be left wherever the rider ends up are helping more people get access to the mode of transportation that reduces...

Lack of racial diversity in medical textbooks could mean inequity in care: study

VANCOUVER — Sitting in a doctor’s waiting room in Vancouver, Patricia Louie saw posters that only featured white and light skin-toned people depicted as patients. She...

Use these remittance management tips to avoid fraud

March is Fraud Prevention Month Here are some remittance management tips from Western Union that your readers should keep in mind when planning a money transfer:...

Mexico wine country: Foodie paradise and tastings in Baja

ENSENADA, Mexico – Wine lovers, listen up: There’s a little-known wine region south of the border called Valle de Guadalupe (VIE-ay day gwah-deh-LOO-peh). It’s a bit...

Vatican, the Met team up to show Catholic effect on fashion

ROME – The Vatican’s culture minister joined Donatella Versace and Vogue’s Anna Wintour on Monday to show off a sampling of gorgeous Vatican liturgical vestments, jeweled...

Liz Weston: You’re married, but your assets don’t have to be