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As people turn to "comfort fashion" during the pandemic, the Birkenstock shoe company, founded in 1774, is seeing its sandals spike in popularity.

An African American family that traces its roots back to a woman who was enslaved by George and Martha Washington talks about keeping their history alive through annual family reunions.

Saving endangered species usually brings to mind tigers or whales. But scientists say parasites need protection, too. They play an important role in the ecosystem, and many are at risk of extinction.

So many of us do it: the long scroll through grim news on social media before bed. A cognitive behavioral specialist offers advice on how to stop "doomscrolling" for the sake of your mental health.

Professor Martha Desmond discusses what might be killing off tens of thousands of birds in New Mexico.

While descendants of Lillian Richard, who portrayed Aunt Jemima, support the company's decision to rename the brand, they want to ensure her legacy lives on.

As courts across the country move to safely reopen, many are requiring people wear face masks.

As researchers herald dexamethasone as a potential breakthrough treatment for critically ill patients, Dr. Kirsten Lyke says publicizing research that hasn't been rigorously vetted could erode trust.

In Killeen, Texas, another mass shooting had some asking, "Again?" The flags flew at half staff as the community began to pick up the pieces.

If summer's a time for bugs, the firefly is a classic. But all is not so light and happy with the light-up creature: "Femme fatales" from one species actually lure males of other species to eat them.