Visitors to France this summer might notice something different — or shall we say, cleaner — in the air: Starting July 1, the country of love and croissants is banning smoking in all outdoor places that can be frequented by children. npr.org/2025/05/30/nx-…

Happy Pride Month: See where, when, and how major U.S. cities are celebrating this summer. usatoday.com/story/news/nat…

Back in 2005, an African flamingo — known as flamingo No. 492 or “Pink Floyd” — escaped from Kansas’ Sedgwick County Zoo during a dark and stormy night. Many moons later, the fearless flamingo’s story is still being written. 🦩 people.com/kansas-zoo-awa…

Most diets are practically synonymous with too-good-to-be-true promises, but the MIND diet — which stands for “Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay” — might be as good as advertised, even if started later in life. nbcnews.com/health/aging/m…

Learn about the “trash revolution” that's underway in New York City to unclog sidewalks filled with piles of trash bags. nytimes.com/2025/06/02/nyr…

The winners of the 2025 National Geographic Traveller Photography Competition have been revealed — and the subjects range from a vibrant rainbow staircase in France to a geothermal pool that looks like a dragon’s eye and more. flip.it/oWTjD6

Since arguing is inevitable, the best we can do is get better at it. Discord can lead to growth, so when someone close to you disagrees with you about something, it may be an opportunity to strengthen your bond — if you handle things in a healthy way. flip.it/GHUWQj

It’s almost time for the Stanley Pup! Meet the canine competitors in this year’s lineup. usatoday.com/story/life/pet…

Have you tried starting your day with a mental body scan? Learn why it matters and how to get started. today.com/health/mind-bo…

Planning a trip to the Big Apple? Make sure these restaurants are on your radar. nytimes.com/interactive/20…

The 2025 Tribeca Film Festival is putting the spotlight on music movies — see this year’s lineup. usatoday.com/story/entertai…

A campaigner who climbed Mount Everest to install a defibrillator has revealed the device saved a woman’s life — just three weeks later. flip.it/NCySkY

It’s long been a bullfrogs’ world at Yosemite National Park. But after six years spent removing more than 16,000 bullfrogs, larvae, and egg masses from the park, the native northwestern pond turtle has made a comeback. usatoday.com/story/news/nat…

Thanks to her years of good health and active lifestyle, surgery was an option for Layne Horwich, so she underwent a successful lumpectomy and didn’t require chemotherapy or radiation. nbcchicago.com/news/local/a-w…

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, daily living for those in Asheville, North Carolina, has been anything but easy. But one firefly species, known as the blue ghost, is bringing a much-needed tourism boost and a glimmer of hope to the region. bbc.com/travel/article…

Pollution breakthrough: Scientists in Japan developed a new plastic that dissolves in seawater. the-independent.com/climate-change…

Are you ready for your summer trip? Not so fast — before you jet off to your destination of choice, consider challenging yourself with this summer vacation quiz from The New York Times, containing questions about popular warm-weather getaways. nytimes.com/interactive/20…

Researchers are “overwhelmed” by a recent breakthrough that marks a significant step toward an HIV cure. In a new study, an Australian team revealed it accomplished what was “previously thought impossible.” theguardian.com/global-develop…

A gas giant planet discovered orbiting a tiny star is perplexing scientists and shifting perspectives. cbsnews.com/news/massive-p…

It’s official: The U.S. Treasury will stop minting pennies next year — here’s what to do with yours. usatoday.com/story/news/202…