How the Filipino Community is fighting medical invisibility

Asian Americans are often put under one medical umbrella, affecting available research and more. That's dangerous for their health.

Crookston grad's app links old-world banking, new-world tech

Paying for college can be a daunting task for anyone, but it's doubly difficult navigating those money issues when you're a young adult new to the country.

No lights, big city: Power outage KOs Broadway, Times Square

I filed photos and videos to the AP’s overall coverage. The photo above made the wire and I filed an insert that made the mainbar story above.

These 600 Hawaiian cats have a better life than you

Running water. Fresh food. Endless cuddles. Welcome to the Lana'i Cat Sanctuary, where nearly 600 cats of all shapes and sizes have a home in Hawaii for the rest of their lives.

Using 'The Simpsons' to explain how Asian Americans are overlooked

Hollywood has offered up few Asian American stars. But one of its most well-known is a cartoon: Apu from "The Simpsons."

What's in a Thin Mint? Well, that depends

When is a Samoa not a Samoa? It turns out that not all Girl Scout cookies are created equal. That's because there are two officially licensed bakeries in the U.S., and each has its own slightly different take on the iconic favorites.

Can Star Trek's world with no money work?

"Star Trek" has dared to "boldly go where no man has gone before" -- including a world without money. Through its many iterations -- including TV series and films like Enterprise, the Next Generation, and Deep Space Nine -- one thing is constant in the "Star Trek" franchise: It's set in a future world where accumulating wealth does not carry the same value as in the present day.

A Millennial, a mom and a mortgage: Ties that bind

Seven years ago, I became an accidental homeowner at age 25. I didn't plan it that way. And even though it means I carry the burden of paying for two homes now and have less disposable cash, I believe it was one of my best financial decisions.

In Football They Trust: Polynesians' Pipeline To The American Dream

There are only about 300,000 Samoans and Tongans in America but their impact in one of the most American sports of all time is huge.

French National Front Party's European Victory Signals Rise of the Far Right

The FN election victory reflects French voters' dissatisfaction with the European Union, amid economic strain on the country.

Protesters Accuse US of 'Imperialism' as Obama Rekindles Military Deal With Philippines

A new deal marks the greatest access the US has had to bases in the island nation since the early 1990s, and many Filipinos are concerned.

Software That Can Automatically Cut The Boring Out Of Your Videos

No one wants to watch a boring video.

Luckily, computer scientists at Carnegie Mellon University have created a program that promises to cut the "boring" out automatically.

“Cool” Kids Don’t Stay Popular Forever, Study Finds

Those "cool" kids who were at the top of the popularity food chain in middle school may not be so cool by time they hit adulthood -- and are more likely to face challenges with relationships and drugs, according to a new study.

Women With “Vocal Fry,” Creaky, Low-Pitch Voices, Less Likely To Get Hired

If you're job-seeking woman with a creaky, low-pitch voice, you may have some trouble securing a gig, according to a new study.

The Secret Behind How Ancient Egyptians Moved Pyramid Stones

Building a pyramid is no easy task -- especially when it comes to transporting heavy stones across the hot desert. But physicists say they've uncovered the secret behind how ancient Egyptians moved the stones -- wet sand.

Why Are People So Spiteful?

Celebrities locked in legal battles and parents in the middle of a nasty divorce are more prone to carry out some act of vindictiveness against the opposing party -- even if it means getting hurt themselves. So what makes a person willing to pay the price of that self-inflicted pain?

Dirty Money: Your Cash Is Home To Thousands Of Bacteria

Your money is dirtier than you think. The dollar bill is home to thousands of microbes -- bacteria, fungi and pathogens that can cause such illnesses as skin infections, stomach ulcers and food poisoning, according to scientists.