Curious Kids

If people stopped having babies, how long would it be before humans were all gone?

When the population plunges, it can get pretty lonely.
Even though there are 8 billion people on Earth today, a catastrophe could send that number much lower within a few decades.
During ice ages, ice sheets like the one in Greenland have covered much of Earth's surface.
How many ice ages has the Earth had, and could humans live through one?
The Earth has had at least five major ice ages, and humans showed up in time for the most recent one. In fact, we’re still in it.
The human brain has 86 billion neurons that make trillions of connections.
Can you upload a human mind into a computer? A neuroscientist ponders what’s possible
Science has done many things that seem miraculous. Why not transfer your consciousness to a machine?
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What to Pack for Summer Camp 2025: A Parent-Approved Checklist

(BPT) - With millions of kids attending camp each summer in the U.S., parents are gearing up for the return of swim days, tie-dye crafts, and nature hikes. Whether it's their first camp or their …

Expected and unexpected changes: How life insurance can help

(BPT) - Life is full of changes — some that you can plan for and others that can't be planned for. However, did you know you and your loved ones can be more prepared with life insurance?Life …

How one foundation's $1 million pledge is changing children’s lives

(BPT) - Every child deserves the chance to play, dream and just be a kid — no matter what their circumstances. That's why the Unleashed Brands Foundation — the charitable affiliate of the …

6 gifts that will have the dads and grads in your life feeling the love

(BPT) - June is a busy month! Whether you're celebrating Father's Day, graduation or both, you'll want to make sure that the dads and grads in your life know how much you love and appreciate …

When belief outweighs doubt: A commencement to remember

(BPT) - On Sunday, June 8, more than 2,000 graduates from DeVry University and its Keller Graduate School of Management crossed the stage, marking the culmination of a journey defined not just by …

Mission trips are an evangelical rite of passage for US teens – but why?

Where to?

Today’s short-term missionaries continue a long legacy, but in a very different way.

6 smart ways to pay for college

(BPT) - As high school graduation nears, it's time to start thinking about how to pay for college. Not sure where to start? You're not alone. According to a recent College Ave survey, 41% of current …

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