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Schools, authorities sound alarm over 'Chromebook Challenge' TikTok trend
The hazardous social media challenge has prompted laptop fires and more.
May 14, 2025Kelsey Grammer reveals new details of sister's tragic murder and his grief
Grammer's new book, "Karen: A Brother Remembers," details his sister's life.
May 02, 2025Daughtry to replace 3 Doors Down on tour amid frontman's cancer treatment
3 Doors Down frontman Brad Arnold revealed on May 8 he has Stage 4 cancer.
May 15, 2025
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May 17
Go touch grass!
Amy McKeever, a writer and editor for National Geographic, discusses why the internet’s suggestion to “go touch grass” and get outside is actually vital for your wellness.
May 17
May 16
Boxer helps save french bulldog who was having a seizure
A Connecticut woman says her French bulldog, Yogi, would have died if her other dog, a young boxer named Reggie, hadn't jumped into action when Yogi suffered a seizure with no human around to help.
May 16
May 11
Self-care tips for mothers
Licensed social worker and author Kelley Kitley shares tips for mothers looking to prioritize self-care this Mother's Day.
May 11
May 11
Son sees mother in wedding dress for the first time
Michelle Figueroa, founder of the Good News Movement, joins ABC News Live to discuss a sweet moment between mother and son just in time for Mother’s Day.
May 11
May 11
Mother and son graduate college together
Brandi Fields and her son Kyle graduated from Texas Christian University together on Friday, just in time for Mother’s Day.
May 11
May 10
Parenting expert on how to cope with stress in the busy month of May
Parenting expert Bethany Braun-Silva delivers tips and tricks to survive May, a month that many parents feel is just as busy as the holiday season.
May 10
May 10
Last-minute Mother’s Day gifts
Smart shopping expert Trae Bodge shares ideas for last-minute gifts that are sure to make Mom smile.
May 10
May 10
Teaching kids about standing up for themselves
Author Luvvie Ajayi Jones joins ABC News live to discuss how her personal life experiences inspired the writing of “Little Troublemaker Defends Her Name.”
May 10
May 05
National Bike and Roll to School Day
ABC News’ Will Ganss reports on how communities around the country are gearing up to promote a healthier lifestyle.
May 05
May 04
TikTok star is breaking societal norms
Ike Ejiochi talks to Khadim Thiam about what inspires him and his friends.
May 04
May 03
Boy has encounter with 'friendly' dolphin
A boy and his father had the encounter of a lifetime while fishing off the coast of Perth, Australia, when a dolphin swam up to their boat.
May 03
May 03
100 men vs. 1 gorilla: who'd win in a fight?
The question taking the internet by storm: If 100 men went up against one gorilla, who would win? Primate expert and biological anthropologist Shannon McFarlin weighs in.
May 03
April 27
'Good News Movement' spreads positive news of the week
Michelle Figueroa, founder of the Good News Movement, joins ABC News Live to talk about some positive stories being shared online.
April 27
April 26
Bear spotted playing on family's backyard slide
A Connecticut family got a chance to see a bear have some fun on their backyard playset earlier this month.
April 26
April 25
‘The Right Stuff’ on how to care for your hair
Lifestyle contributor Lori Bergamotto shares her top picks in styling tools and more.
April 25
April 23
Starbucks customer orders ‘cluck cup’ for pet rooster
Workers at a Starbucks in Arizona were very excited to welcome a customer and her pet rooster, Fluffy, to their store's drive-thru window.
April 23
April 23
Student and emotional support dog attend graduation ceremony together
A university student in Ecuador attended her graduation ceremony with her emotional support dog, Greta, who got to wear her own graduation cap and sash for the occasion.
April 23
April 22
Our Home: Local Action and Global Impact
ABC's Ginger Zee looks at the innovative ways people and companies are working to stave off the effects of climate change and usher in a more sustainable tomorrow.
April 22
April 21
Adorable golden retriever carries big bone in tiny purse
An adorable golden retriever named Bailey was spotted using a tiny pink purse to carry her new bone back home in Tampa, Florida.
April 21
April 20
Author wants to normalize talking about challenges that women face
Dr. Jessica Zucker, a Los Angeles-based psychologist and award-winning author, joins ABC News Live to discuss her book, “Normalize It.”
April 20
April 19
How to set yourself up for success this spring
Licensed clinical social worker Kelley Kitley shares how to do "emotional spring cleaning" and set yourself up for success in the warmer months ahead.
April 19
April 19
Black communities across US take part in economic protests against big retailers
Pastors Charlie Dates and Jamal Harrison Bryant discuss how they are encouraging Black communities to “spend their dollars with dignity” and pressure big retailers to enact change.
April 19
April 18
By The Numbers: Easter spending
A look at the numbers behind Easter Sunday and online spending trends leading up to the holiday.
April 18
April 12
SAT, ACT hacks to reduce test-taking anxiety
Top Score Writing founder and CEO Lisa Collum offers advice on how parents and teens can make the process more manageable.
April 12
April 12
Kids take up good deed projects to change the world
ABC News' Alexis Christoforous profiles the Loukoumi Make a Difference Foundation, a non-profit organization that empowers children to support their communities around the world.
April 12
April 12
Drone films foggy sunrise over San Francisco Bay
An ethereal foggy sunrise over San Francisco Bay was captured on video, showcasing wavy clouds of the fog and the sunrise's golden glow.
April 12
April 10
TikTalk: 'King of Sandwiches' @owen.han discusses debut cookbook, 'Stacked'
ABC News’ Phil Lipof spoke with TikTok sensation and "King of Sandwiches" Owen Han as he takes his recipes from the screen to the page with his cookbook, "Stacked: The Art of the Perfect Sandwich."
April 10
April 07
Shop the best dollhouses for hours of imaginative play
“GMA” lifestyle contributor Lori Bergamotto share her top picks for all ages on International Dollhouse Day.
April 07
April 06
Tax tips for parents
Parenting expert Bethany Braun-Silva joined ABC News Live to discuss tax tips for parents and how new global tariffs may impact the market.
April 06
April 04
By The Numbers: More people dining alone signals societal changes
A look at the numbers and the reasons behind the increase in reservations for a party of one.
April 04
April 04
Diver has close encounter with huge sunfish
A diver on an expedition off the coast of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, captured stunning footage showing the moment another swam alongside a sunfish.
April 04
April 02
Golden retriever meets humpback whale off the coast of Hawaii
A boat captain who rebuilt her whale-watching business after losing three boats in the 2023 Lahaina wildfire captured footage of her dog's reaction to a close encounter with a humpback
April 02
March 31
Extreme kayaker plunges almost 100 feet down waterfall
Incredible video captured the moment a world champion extreme freestyle kayaker plunged down a 92-foot-tall waterfall in Oregon.
March 31
March 30
'Good News Movement' brings positive stories to millions
Founder of the Good News Movement, Michelle Figueroa highlights several positive stories of the week, including an actor's generous donation and a toddler's heroic act.
March 30
March 29
Developing an accessible world
Dr. Michele Kong, co-Founder of KultureCity, and actor and autism advocate Chris Jackson join ABC News Live to discuss the work being done to enrich the lives of those with autism.
March 29
March 28
Hottest deals from Amazon, Macy's and more
Lifestyle contributor Lori Bergamotto shares way to save this spring as major retailers offer huge sales.
March 28
March 27
Cat sets new Guinness World Record for longest tail
Meet Mr. Pugsley Addams, the Minnesota cat who holds the Guinness World Record for a living domestic feline with the longest tail at 18.5 inches long.
March 27
March 21
By The Numbers: The happiest countries in the world. Good for them.
So how does the U.S. stack up against those happy Scandinavians? The Annual World Happiness Report from Oxford University unpacks the factors that make a country happy … or not.
March 21
March 21
‘The Right Stuff’ for spring break travel
Lifestyle contributor Lori Bergamotto is prepping us for spring break with some of her favorite travel bags.
March 21
March 21
Black bear at Yellowstone emerges from hibernation
A mother black bear in Yellowstone National Park was seen waking up from hibernation, stumbling out from her cave to reveal some little bear cubs inside.
March 21
March 12
Nashville Zoo welcomes rare clouded leopard cub
The Nashville Zoo is celebrating the birth of a rare clouded leopard cub. The as-yet unnamed female cub is two weeks old and measures about 13 inches long from her nose to the tip of her tail.
March 12
March 06
By the Numbers: International Women's Day
A new Gallup survey asks adults in 144 countries if they believe women are treated with respect and dignity.
March 06
March 06
Fashion TikToker re-creates red carpet looks on a budget
Content creator Angelica Hicks discusses re-creating the hottest, most recent red carpet looks, as well as the unconventional fabrics in her "sewing box" that make for her viral fashion adaptations.
March 06
March 04
Dolphins swim alongside hydrofoil rider
A hydrofoil board rider in British Columbia’s Porteau Cove Park got to enjoy a magical moment as a pod of "hundreds" of dolphins surrounded and swam with him as he rode.
March 04
March 01
How to talk to your college student about hazing
Licensed clinical social worker Kelley Kitley joined ABC News Live to share strategies for talking to your college student about the dangers of hazing.
March 01
February 25
Pro tips on how to organize and declutter your home
An organized house can make your daily life easier. Professional organizer Tanisha Lyons-Porter offers tips on organizing and decluttering your home in a way that works for you.
February 25
February 20
Dog rescued after getting head stuck in treat jar
A dog named Murphy was digging for a treat on Monday night -- perhaps a little too aggressively -- and ended up getting his head stuck inside a plastic jar.
February 20
February 18
How to add joy to your life
Joy can improve your mental health, lower stress, and help you feel calm. ABC News' Jaclyn Lee breaks down the steps you can take to add joy to your life.
February 18