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Meet the ‘smart’ bench of the future

Boston is bringing public seating into the digital age with Soofa, the solar-powered park bench of the future.

Couples re-enact Times Square kiss to celebrate V-Day

Veterans kiss wives to reenact ‘Times Square Kiss’ and discuss lessons learned from WWII on V-Day commemorations.

New blood test detects 14 types of cancer

US scientists have developed a potentially life-saving cancer detecting blood test.

California chefs serve up banned foie gras

California chefs are practicing culinary civil disobedience by serving banned foie gras to patrons – for free.

Obamas want daughters to work minimum-wage jobs

Trivia: which minimum wage jobs did US President Barack Obama work before completing his law degree?

Rejected Cheetah cub bonds with puppy

It seems that a dog is not just a man’s best friend, but a cheetah cub’s too!

Antibiotic-resistant bacteria found in squid

Canadian researchers have discovered antibiotic-resistant bacteria in raw squid.

How young is too young for sex education?

A US school district plans to offer condoms to students as young as 11-years-old as part of an updated sex education policy.

Lion cubs pass their swimming test at Smithsonian zoo

Four lion cubs are forced to take a dip at Washington’s Smithsonian National Zoo – a rite of passage to ensure maturity.

Coffee could help reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes

Not sure if you should be reaching for that third coffee? There may be some health merit to your daily caffeine ritual.

Could a chocolate pill boost heart health?

Not sure if you should be reaching for a piece of chocolate? Then read on, as a new study may help you decide.

US Sailor from iconic WWII kissing photo dies

The US sailor who was pictured in the iconic WWII kissing photo in New York’s Times Square, has died.

Cate Blanchett wins big at BAFTA’s

Cate Blanchett won Best Actress for her role in Blue Jasmine at the British Film Awards.

Highlights from the 2014 Grammy Awards

Take a look in images at all the highlights and winners at yesterday’s 2014 Grammy Awards.

Diet drinks can increase appetite and weight gain

A US study has found overweight Americans who drink diet beverages also consume more food throughout the day.

New Yorkers find ways to stay warm

As New York’s temperatures dropped due to a blast of arctic air, outdoor workers try to stay warm.

Chefs create 300-pound edible gingerbread White House

Watch as White House pastry chefs create a 300-pound, edible White House replica over several weeks.

Is the record store making a comeback?

In the midst of – or in spite of the digital age – an old school record store opens in New York City. Could this see a return to vinyl?

Longest married couple in America reveal secret to a happy marriage

Who said it wouldn’t last? Connecticut couple share their secrets to longevity as they mark their 81st wedding anniversary.

Gallery: Kennedy assassination 50 years on

This week marks the 50th anniversary of the assassination of then US President John F. Kennedy. We take a look back in pictures.

US lags behind impoverished countries on maternal health

A maternal health program created for impovrished nations is headed for the US.

Statue of Liberty reopens for tourists

Two weeks after the iconic New York landmark was forced to close amidst a US government shutdown, the Statue of Liberty has reopened to visitors.

No signs of relief as US leaders still deadlocked on government shutdown

No relief after President Obama met with Congressional leaders to try to break a deadlock that has shut down the US government.

Detroit Files For Bankruptcy

We take a look in pictures at the city of Detroit, which filed the largest municipal bankruptcy in US history last week.

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