| By Carol Brennan | April is National Arab American Heritage Month, an opportunity to honor the contributions of a diverse and especially resilient class of American immigrants and their descendants. Each month, Gale In Context: Biography is refreshed with new names from the fields of entertainment, science, politics, sports, the arts, and social activism. … Read more
| By Ellen Rutledge and Alex Suzore | Gale knows libraries. For 70 years, we have been a vital partner for libraries across the country—in fact, more than 88% of public libraries and 84% of high school students in the United States have access to Gale resources. So when Randy Riley, state librarian of Michigan, … Read more
| By Gale Staff | Millions of Americans struggle with their mental health, though many forgo treatment due to cost, stigma, and accessibility issues. For this reason, free community wellness resources—such as those often available through a public library—play a critical role in mental health information and outreach. Readily available information and low-cost or free … Read more
| By Chilton Staff | As winter turns to spring, car owners brush off the mud and dirt and do needed maintenance and repairs before embarking on summer road trips. Do snow tires or wiper blades need to be changed? How are the brakes? Does your ride need a spring cleaning? Maybe the car looks … Read more
| By K. Lee Lerner | The product of celestial mechanics, Earth’s rotational dynamics, and one’s vantage point, a total solar eclipse will cross swaths of Mexico, the U.S., and Canada on April 8, 2024. It will be the last total solar eclipse visible in the continental U.S. until 2044. So many people are reportedly … Read more
| By Chilton Staff | James Artman is known as the founder of Chilton Company. Artman was already a publisher when George H. Buzby and C. A. Musselman joined him to establish Chilton Co. on March 31, 1904, in Philadelphia. Celebrating 120 years since its founding, Chilton became a successful publisher and research company—however, it … Read more
| By By K. Lee Lerner | The 42nd edition of the venerable and widely trusted American Men & Women of Science has officially released and introduces 2,000 new listees to this premier compendium of accomplished American scientists. In continuous publication since 1906, American Men & Women of Science showcases the vital work and achievements … Read more
| By Gale Staff | Mental health is one of the most-discussed issues of our time. It is a constant theme in the news media and on social media. It would be difficult to overstate the relevance of mental health and mental illness to discussions of everything from personal well-being to population-level social issues. The … Read more
| By Gale Staff | Monday, April 8, 2024, marks a major astronomical event across North America—a total solar eclipse. Those living in its direct path, known as “the path of totality,” will experience over four minutes of night-like darkness. Millions eagerly anticipate this astounding moment, as the next total solar eclipse visible from the … Read more
Americans are stressed. According to the World Health Organization, stress is a biological response to a challenging or threatening situation. It’s normal and natural to experience some degree of stress, but not everyone has the tools to manage it well, and too much stress can lead to mental and physical health consequences. No single cause … Read more