Shauna Wright
![Care for a Cup of Panda Poo Tea? That’ll Be $200, Please](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/03/panda.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Care for a Cup of Panda Poo Tea? That’ll Be $200, Please
Imagine seeing a guy in a panda suit promoting a new line of tea grown using the feces of the animal. Weird, right? Now imagine him charging $200 for every cup you drink.
![How Did a Sneeze Cut Power to One Minnesota Town?](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/03/sneeze.jpg?w=980&q=75)
How Did a Sneeze Cut Power to One Minnesota Town?
You’ve probably heard of power-walking and power-napping, but how about power-sneezing? More specifically, power outage sneezing.
![Despite the Health Risks, Young Women Continue to Tan Indoors](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/03/tanning-bed.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Despite the Health Risks, Young Women Continue to Tan Indoors
Despite the well-known skin cancer risks associated with indoor tanning, a new study at a midwestern university showed 93 percent of the young women there used tanning beds within the past year, with a fifth doing so 50 times or more.
![Wendy’s Surpasses Burger King in US Sales — Dollars and Sense](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/03/wendys.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Wendy’s Surpasses Burger King in US Sales — Dollars and Sense
When it comes to burger chains, McDonald’s still reigns supreme — but new data shows Wendy’s has now overtaken Burger King for the runner-up spot in the US.
![What Are the Best US Beaches for Families?](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/03/kids-beach.jpg?w=980&q=75)
What Are the Best US Beaches for Families?
Beach vacations often seem to be aimed at singles or couples — but if you have kids and still want a sandy summer trek, you might find a new list of the best US beaches for families pretty helpful.
![Does a Bad Economy Lead to Happier Marriages? — Dollars and Sense](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/03/MarriageRates.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Does a Bad Economy Lead to Happier Marriages? — Dollars and Sense
While a depressed economy may be bad for your job prospects, a new study finds it could actually be good for your marriage.
![Is There Such a Thing as an ‘Obesity Gene’?](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/03/ObesityStudy.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Is There Such a Thing as an ‘Obesity Gene’?
Having trouble losing weight? Well, it turns out that blaming your genes might actually be a legitimate excuse. Scientists discovered that a gene mutation can make people think they’re hungry even when they’re physically full.
![Have Americans Become Less Polite?](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/03/thank-you.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Have Americans Become Less Polite?
When’s the last time you heard someone use the words “please” and “thank you”? According to a recent poll, it’s probably been a long time.
![Rutgers Student Dharun Ravi Found Guilty in Gay Bullying Case](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/03/rutgers.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Rutgers Student Dharun Ravi Found Guilty in Gay Bullying Case
In late 2010, Rutgers University student Dharun Ravi broadcast live webcam footage of his male roommate, Tyler Clementi, kissing another man. Days later, Clementi committed suicide — and now Ravi’s been found guilty in a criminal court case connected to the incident.
![Could Too Much Exercise Ruin a Woman’s Ability to Get Pregnant?](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/03/pregnant1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Could Too Much Exercise Ruin a Woman’s Ability to Get Pregnant?
Trying to get pregnant? New research examining the impact of exercise on fertility indicates something as simple as a brisk daily walk could put you on your way to knitting those baby booties.