Tracy K. Smith, a former U.S. poet laureate, makes the case in a new book of criticism. By David Kirby David Kirby teaches at Florida State University. His latest book is “The Winter Dance Party, ...

The nationwide average for regular gas is at its lowest level in 1,681 days — and trending lower. According to GasBuddy, average gas prices have dipped below $3 per gallon in 37 states, below $2.75 ...

LONDON, Dec 4 - Americans say they are drinking less alcohol than ever before. But new data shows the number of drinks U.S. adults have per week has in fact not changed by much for decades. The data ...

Using AI to access knowledge is leading us to develop shallower subject knowledge than using traditional internet search, according to new research. The study examined how well participants understand ...

Black Friday once again proved that Americans are willing to shop when they spot bargains. Mastercard reported a steady 4.1% increase in US retail sales on Black Friday and Adobe Analytics said online ...

U.S. high schoolers are less likely now than in the past to say they want to get married someday. And a smaller share today say that they’re very likely to have children if they do get married, ...

With the war in Ukraine and a potential reduction of U.S. military presence in Europe on the horizon, there is a renewed imperative for European leaders to strengthen and integrate their defense ...

The Earth became darker from 2001 to 2024, meaning it reflects less sunlight, a research team reports in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The development is more pronounced ...

A recent survey from Gallup found 54% of U.S. adults say they consume alcohol, a record low, amid growing health concerns surrounding alcohol consumption. That’s opened space for alternatives like ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. U.S. District Judge Hernán D. Vera extended restrictions that block federal agents and LAPD officers from using ...

Americans are expected to rein in spending this holiday season by the most amount since the pandemic, as they continue to face pressure from high prices and tariffs. That's according to a new survey ...

When was the last time you curled up with a good book or flipped through the pages of a magazine? If it’s been a while, you’re not alone: The number of Americans who read for fun has plummeted over ...