COVID and Couples: When one person is vaccinated but not the other
Couples say it isn't a good feeling being the only one in a relationship who is protected.
No longer an outlier: New York ends commercial surrogacy ban
The new law allows gestational surrogacy on a commercial basis, involving a surrogate who is not genetically related to the embryo.
Mom donates 8,000 ounces of breast milk during coronavirus pandemic
Katy Bannerman, a mom of two in North Carolina, donated more than 8,000 ounces of breast milk to help other moms who may be struggling with their supply or facing other breastfeeding issues.
New York fast-tracks fertility coverage for same-sex couples
Some same-sex couples had filed complaints to the state that they were facing financial barriers to receiving fertility treatments.
Love Chapel NYC hosts micro-weddings amid pandemic restrictions
Love Chapel NYC, tucked away on West 75th Street, is the answer to City Hall's 90-second nuptial.
U.S. House panel: Heavy metals found in some baby foods
New York Attorney General Letitia James on Tuesday urged the FDA to take action to set standards related to toxic metals across all baby foods.
Toddler, paralyzed from neurological disorder, given celebratory sendoff as he walks out of hospital
A two-year-old boy who was completely paralyzed at the beginning of December 2020 walked out of the Akron Children’s Hospital in Ohio on January 29 to the applause of adoring staff and family.
Michelle Obama launches Netflix children’s show ‘Waffles + Mochi’ to encourage healthy eating
The latest from former first lady Michelle Obama - a new Netflix children’s show that explores foods from all over the world with these puppet best friends, "Waffles and Mochi."
With pandemic puppies abounding, experts share dog park tips
Go to any dog park right now and you’ll likely find lively pandemic puppies along with new owners learning the ins and outs of off-leash play.
US Catholic schools hit by unprecedented enrollment drop during pandemic
Enrollment in Roman Catholic schools in the United States dropped 6.4% from the previous academic year amid the pandemic.
Congressional report finds toxic heavy metals in some baby food
Led by Democratic Chairman Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, the committee’s investigation found that top baby foods carried dangerous levels of inorganic arsenic, lead, cadmium and mercury.
Booker, Pressley renew push for 'baby bonds' in bid to narrow wealth gap
The government would provide every American child with a $1,000 savings account and would give an additional $2,000 every year depending on income.
Lawmakers want Cuomo subpoenaed in COVID nursing home deaths investigation
NY State Republicans are calling for Gov. Andrew Cuomo to be subpoenaed due to what they say was a 'coverup' of nursing home deaths form COVID-19.
Videos of tidying up the house draw lots of viewers
Some YouTube creators have built a following (and an income) posting videos of themselves cleaning their homes.
'Captain Tom,' 100-year-old veteran who raised millions for COVID-19 relief, dies after testing positive
The 100-year-old British war veteran, who captivated the nation by raising more than $40 million toward COVID-19 relief last year, died after testing positive for the virus.
Trump administration recommends states begin vaccinating people older than 65, stop holding back 2nd dose
The Trump administration is asking states to speed delivery of COVID-19 vaccines to people older than 65 by no longer holding back the second dose of the two-dose shots.
New Jersey girl with rare leukemia needs bone marrow donor
Jackie Erb, of Summit, N.J., has juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia, which can spread to other parts of the body.
Urgent warning to New Yorkers aged 75 and over about spread of coronavirus
The New York City Health Commissioner has an urgent warning for all New Yorkers aged 75 and older to take precautions against the coronavirus.
Kim Kardashian West planning divorce from Kanye West: Report
Reality star-turned-prison-reform-advocate Kim Kardashian West is reportedly ready to call it quits from her rapper husband Kanye West.
Ohio governor signs bill requiring fetal abortion remains to be buried or cremated
Fetal remains from surgical abortions in Ohio must be cremated or buried under a new bill signed by Gov. Mike DeWine.