ROOMIER PLANE SEATS
Two Democratic senators are pushing for legislation to change the Federal Aviation Administration's standards around seat sizing and spacing on aircrafts. Sens. Tammy Duckworth and Tammy Baldwin have introduced a new bill, which would also require the FAA to set new standards for aircraft evacuations that are more realistic in case of emergencies. The agency currently requires passengers to be able to evacuate within 90 seconds of an emergency. Advocates worry this may not be enough time given the cramped conditions.
BRAIN STUDY
It turns out the shape and size of our brains could have a lot to do with how our brains actually function. A new study published in the journal Nature challenges the idea that our thoughts, behavior and feelings are based on interconnected neurons communicating with each other. The study doesn't dispute the theory but found that the unique shapes and curves in each of our brains impact our thoughts and behavior. One of the researchers compares the brain to a pond saying the shape of a pond affects the waves and ripples created by a pebble. The study's lead author said the findings offer new opportunities to understand the effects of diseases such as dementia and stroke.
Swedish mining company LKAB has discovered what CEO Jan Moström called "the largest known deposit of rare earth elements in our part of the world."
The Justice Department accused Los Angeles-based City National Bank of refusing to underwrite mortgages in largely Black and Latino communities.
Psychiatrist Dr. Yalda Sophie has some tips for those trying to follow through on their New Year's resolutions.
Pedro Arredondo, then the Uvalde school police chief, told investigators that he didn't immediately send in help to stop the shooter out of fear that officers could be killed.
Their batteries can add thousands of pounds, weight that makes them more dangerous should they collide with a lighter vehicle.
Federal Aviation Administration lifts grounding order for all departing U.S. flights.
At least 17 people have died from storms that began late last month, Gov. Gavin Newsom said.
Rapper Meek Mill, comedian Kevin Hart, and the CEO of sports retailer Fanatics, Michael Rubin have committed to giving $7 million in scholarships.
Allen Weisselberg was sentenced Tuesday to five months in jail for dodging taxes on $1.7 million in job perks.
Cheddar News anchor Shannon LaNier visited Westchester County, New York for a closer look at how some families are saving on energy by installing heat pumps.
