Avoid food poisoning over the holidays

Get expert advice to avoid food poisoning, whether that's protecting kids from pot brownies, veggies from raw meat, or pets from dessert.

Patti Zielinski - Rutgers • futurity
Nov. 18, 2022 ~6 min

These tricks make Halloween a little greener

Experts have a few tips to make your Halloween as environmentally friendly as possible, from costumes to candy.

Duke University • futurity
Oct. 31, 2022 ~6 min


Experts: Supernatural frights offer meaning amid chaos

Our love of the supernatural reflects a "natural human impulse" to find meaning in a chaotic world, experts say.

Andy Ober-U. Arizona • futurity
Oct. 28, 2022 ~7 min

Early holiday sales are a win for shoppers and retailers

Even before one holiday has passed, retailers stock for the next. Those early sales are actually good for shoppers, researchers find.

George Vlahakis-Indiana • futurity
Oct. 18, 2022 ~5 min

Older adults report stress and joy during pandemic

Poll results from August indicate a mix of joy and stress in the lives of older adults during the ongoing pandemic.

Kara Gavin-U. Michigan • futurity
Dec. 21, 2021 ~8 min

Parents, beware: Plastic toys may come with risky chemicals

The plastic toy your child asked Santa for likely contains chemicals. Experts offer tips on how to keep your kids happy and healthy this holiday season.

Nardy Baeza Bickel-Michigan • futurity
Dec. 15, 2021 ~8 min

Blame the supply chain for lack of Christmas trees

When you head out to get your Christmas tree, it may seem like the Grinch got there first. But supply chain issues may explain the lack of seasonal cheer.

Ayana Isles-Georgia Tech • futurity
Dec. 8, 2021 ~6 min

Prep yourself to get lots of gift cards for the holidays

Thanks to supply chain issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, gift cards may be one of the most common presents this holiday shopping season.

George Vlahakis-Indiana • futurity
Nov. 23, 2021 ~8 min


Don’t wash your turkey this Thanksgiving

If you want to keep yourself and your dinner guests safe from foodborne illness, you shouldn't wash poultry. An expert breaks down how to stay safe.

NC State • futurity
Nov. 19, 2021 ~5 min

This Thanksgiving, thank your past self

Expressing gratitute to your past self may offer an increase in the self-awareness measures of clarity, authenticity, and connectedness.

Alisson Clark-Florida • futurity
Nov. 17, 2021 ~5 min

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