‘Sesame Street’: Newest muppet Ameera uses wheelchair, loves science

The new character, Ameera, is scheduled to premiere next week on “Ahlan Simsim” — the local version of “Sesame Street” in the Middle East and North Africa.

Nostalgia may help reduce our perception of pain, study shows

A recent study found that viewing positive nostalgic photographs decreases activity in pain-related areas of the brain.

'Boozy Bunny' at Disney Springs is the Easter treat for grownups

The 'Boozy Bunny' at Disney Sprigs is a chocolate bunny that is hollow on the inside, filled with a chocolate drink, and topped off with bourbon.

Space-themed hotel opening near Kennedy Space Center

The new Marriott Courtyard in Titusville is targeting space lovers looking for a great view.

An excuse to get outdoors: Wednesday is Take a Walk in the Park Day

Wednesday, March 30 is Take a Walk in the Park Day. Get outdoors and explore America's natural beauty at one of its more than 400 national park sites.

Woman breaks world record for most chicken nuggets eaten in 1 minute

Leah Shutkever, a competitive eater from the U.K., has snatched the Guinness World Record for most chicken nuggets eaten in one minute.

Get paid $1,000 to binge watch old March Madness Games

The odds of filling out a perfect March Madness bracket are absurd, so college basketball fans may want to take a gander at this contest instead.

Senate unanimously passes marijuana research bill

Members of the U.S. Senate unanimously passed a bill that would cut through the red tape to more easily allow medical and scientific research into marijuana.

Drinking 2 to 3 cups of coffee daily could benefit the heart, studies say

Drinking two or three cups of coffee every day may benefit the heart, according to studies being presented at the American College of Cardiology's 71st Annual Scientific Session. 

Pepsi and IHOP team up for new maple syrup cola

Pancake and soda lovers are in for a sweet treat thanks to Pepsi and IHOP. The two companies have partnered for the release of a new maple syrup cola.

Identical twin brothers each receive heart transplants: 'Quite unique'

Missouri-based brothers Donald and Ronald Crigler were each diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy — and each received a new heart.