Do you know how to spot poison ivy and poison oak? Your answer could mean the difference between battling a nasty allergic reaction or going the whole summer rash-free. Take this 12-question quiz to test your knowledge of the notorious plants.
2 Indiana Cities Ranked Best Places to Live in the US
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It’s Indiana’s time to shine, according to the U.S. News & World Report. After analyzing 250 major American cities, the media company released its 2026-2027 Best Places to Live rankings based on residential value, quality of life, desirability, and the job market — and slotted Carmel and Fishers in the top two spots.
Located just north of Indianapolis, Carmel jumped from the No. 2 placement last year and was also crowned the 32nd best place to retire. Per the report, it boasts a higher value of living than other medium-sized cities, a median household income higher than the national average, and a low unemployment rate of 3.28%. Residents also enjoy an average commute of around 21 minutes (about 1.4 minutes under the national average).
Some 15 minutes southeast of Carmel, Fishers received similar accolades, including a high value of living and 3.44% unemployment rate. Flower Mound, Texas; Ankeny, Iowa; and Johns Creek, Georgia (last year’s No 1. locale), rounded out the top five.
If you’re considering a move, you may also want to check out WalletHub’s new analysis of the most affordable U.S. cities to buy a home. The personal finance website looked at 10 key metrics, including cost of living and tax rates, and ranked two Michigan cities in first and second place: Flint and Detroit, respectively. Both feature a low median home price per square footage and affordable home prices relative to residents’ incomes. See the complete ranking.
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Humanity
UK’s Oldest Candy Shop Has the Same Bestselling Sweets After Nearly 200 Years
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Calling all candy lovers: Have you ever tried pear drops or humbugs? The 1820s-era treats aren’t staples at the average U.S. candy store, but at The Oldest Sweet Shop in Pateley Bridge, England, they’ve been bestsellers for nearly 200 years.
Owner Ben Howie told SWNS that his top-selling confections prove Britain’s sweet tooth hasn’t changed much, with bonbons, kola cubes, and rhubarb and custards also still as popular as they were in the 1800s and 1900s.
“We have all different types from across different centuries but it’s the old ones people want. I guess you can’t escape the classics. They are still the favorites for a reason,” said Ben, 29, who took over the historic store in 2021 and runs it alongside his brother James Howie. However, Ben admitted that modern-day sweets like Haribo gummy bears fly off the shelves as well.
Founded in 1827 and located in a 400-year-old building, the establishment is the size of an average living room, Ben noted. In 2014, it was named the oldest candy store in the world by Guinness World Records, although in 2020 it was dethroned by Japan’s Ichimonjiya Wasuke, which dates back to about AD 1,000. Take a virtual tour of the candy store.
Environment
Your Local Forecast May Be Based on Weather Miles Away — “Mesonets” Can Bridge That Gap
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This article was written by Chris Vagasky, a meteorologist and research program manager at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, for The Conversation.
Whether you’re planning a weekend hike, deciding what to wear to work, or preparing your home for severe storms, the weather forecast is essential. You might instinctively grab your smartphone and check an app for an instant weather update.
But how many times have you looked at your app, only to step outside and see the sky painting a different picture than what’s on your screen?
As a meteorologist who operates a weather station network in Wisconsin, I’ve heard many of the same cliches time and again: “The weatherman is always wrong!” “Just wait five minutes and the weather will be different!”
Before you blame the local forecasters, let’s talk about where the data in your weather app comes from, and why it might not always show what you expect.
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Harvard University willlimit the number of A’s in undergraduate classes to reduce grade inflation (read more)
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Inspiring Story
Slow and steady finds a forever home
How many people does it take to corral a lost tortoise? In a Phoenix suburb, the task involved a whole neighborhood. When Rex the sulcata tortoise was recently spotted shuffling down the street, neighbors gathered to feed him, house him, and post “found” flyers in the area. Their efforts paid off when his owner, who’d already planned on rehoming him, spotted a sign and soon found Rex a loving new home. Meet the enormous tortoise.
Photo of the Day
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A flurry of superheroes (aka rope access technicians) descended the exterior of the CHUV Children’s Hospital this week in celebration of the building’s one-year anniversary. Following its opening in Lausanne, Switzerland, the new location improved operations and care quality and provided young patients more spaces for play and relaxation.
Quince’s All-Day Bag Is the Solution for All Your Travel Needs
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