Michele Blood

LIFESTYLE February 13, 2023

Valentine's Day 2023 by the numbers: Fun facts about the popular holiday

This year, Valentine's Day falls on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023. Here are some interesting by-the-numbers facts about the holiday including consumer spending, card exchanging and more.

Family March 24, 2022

Ohio podcaster, nearly 80, shares hope, love, laughter: 'This day is the only thing I have'

Everyone under the sun, it seems, has a podcast these days — and now, as of Feb. 2022, Ohio grandmother Ann Cavera has jumped into the podcasting waters, too, with a goal of spreading positivity plus lessons learned.

LIFESTYLE March 18, 2022

Spring break trends, top spots and much more: By the numbers

Families, couples and college students across the country have been packing up and taking off for road trips — and more — as spring break season 2022 gets into full swing.

Family March 15, 2022

American mom in Ukraine races to get adoptive daughter out of Russian war zone

Colleen Thompson, a mother of eight from Kentucky, has traveled to Ukraine to try to retrieve her future adoptive daughter amid war — she described the harrowing journey to Fox News Digital on March 14, 2022.

Ukraine March 11, 2022

Ukraine by the numbers: Refugees top 2.5 million as war continues

As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues, the number of civilians who are fleeing is increasing; since Feb. 24, 2022, over 2.5 million refugees have fled Ukraine, according to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).

LIFESTYLE March 6, 2022

Adoptive mom of Ukrainian kids has message for Putin: 'Ukraine is Ukraine! Let them be'

An Indiana family has been trying to adopt two boys from Ukraine and pleads with political leaders for help amid Russia's attacks; the mother told Fox News Digital it's been a very 'difficult week'

LIFESTYLE March 5, 2022

Ukraine's orphans are top of mind for adoptive dad and his nonprofit

Justin Hayslett of Minnesota is trying to adopt a girl from Ukraine — he spoke to Fox News Digital via email just before heading out to Poland to do all he can on the ground with others among his nonprofit, Legacy Refuge.

Family March 3, 2022

Russia-Ukraine war: Kentucky mom of 8 is desperate to rescue teen girl from Russia's attacks

Colleen Thompson of Fort Thomas, Kentucky, told Fox News Digital about her family's attempts to get their future daughter to safety in Ukraine amid Russia's assault.

LIFESTYLE February 26, 2022

Dramatic video taken from speeding car shows Ukraine devastation

In a video shared with Fox News Digital from the ground in Ukraine, scenes of disaster and violence against Ukraine are clear — 'devastating,' said an American of Ukrainian descent who worries for the future.

LIFESTYLE February 26, 2022

Ukrainian-born American woman says 'innocent people are dying' in Ukraine

As Russia attacks Ukraine, one Connecticut woman of Ukrainian descent, Katerina Manoff, worries for all the Ukrainians she knows via her nonprofit — they're fearful for their homeland and desperately seeking help.

Faith February 24, 2022

Russia-Ukraine war: 'Pray for the safety of the Ukrainian people,' says Chicago pastor

As the situation worsens in Ukraine after Russia's invasion, an American faith leader and two others expressed their thoughts and offered prayers for the Ukrainian people.

Faith & Values February 24, 2022

Prayers for Ukraine: American faith leaders share their fervent concerns

Fox News Digital reached out to an array of faith leaders across the country — here are their prayers, hopes and yearnings about the 'treacherous invasion' occurring in Ukraine right now.

Coronavirus February 21, 2022

Queen with COVID continues 'light duties,' yet American kids must isolate, quarantine: US parents weigh in

The Queen of England, amid her diagnosis of COVID-19 though triple-vaccinated, is continuing to carry out 'light duties' — meanwhile, American parents pushed back against the isolation and treatment of their kids here in the US.

LIFESTYLE February 18, 2022

National Drink Wine Day: Wine by the numbers

As Americans coast to coast raise their glasses for National Drink Wine Day on Friday, Feb. 18, 2022, here are some of the most head-spinning numbers associated with wine in the U.S.

LIFESTYLE February 17, 2022

Wordle's latest puzzle: Has the game gotten harder?

The daily word puzzle — almost instantly popular since its release in the fall of 2021 — is now owned by The New York Times, and players have been taking to social media to say it's become far more difficult than before.

Family February 17, 2022

NJ 4th grade student takes her plea against mask mandates to Gov. Phil Murphy: 'I am only a kid once'

Fourth-grade elementary school student Maci Young of N.J. declined to wear a mask at school recently and was sent home — now, she's expressed her thoughts about mask mandates directly to New Jersey's governor.

LIFESTYLE February 13, 2022

Super Bowl 2022 brings wedding-day bliss to Bengals-bonded couple

One smitten Ohio couple, Rachel Hyden and Johnny Wallen — diehard Bengals fans — moved their wedding day to Feb. 13, 2022, in honor of Super Bowl LVI.

LIFESTYLE February 4, 2022

Heart disease risks rise with social isolation and loneliness: By the numbers

Heart disease risks for postmenopausal women increase by up to 27% for those who experience both social isolation and loneliness, according to a study published in the American Medical Association’s JAMA Network Open.

LIFESTYLE February 4, 2022

NJ mom, forced to get vaccine before a family wedding, ends up in the ER

Kathleen Zemlachenko of Raritan Township, N.J., suffered a medical emergency after getting the COVID vaccine, which she felt forced to take — and spoke to Fox News Digital about the frightening experience.

LIFESTYLE February 1, 2022

Wordle: What's up with this game and why do people A-D-O-R-E it?

Wordle, a daily word puzzle, is a viral sensation that's attracting fans from all over — and as of right now, it's free. Check out more facts about it here.

Pets January 24, 2022

Lost piglet in California picked up on street: Who will bring home 'Bacon'?

Authorities in Pleasanton, California, are on a mission to reunite a tiny gray-and-white pet piglet with its rightful owner after the animal was found wandering the streets.

LIFESTYLE January 21, 2022

Doomsday Clock 2022: What is it and what do the numbers mean?

This year's Doomsday Clock — a device for sparking conversation about humanity’s proximity to self-destruction — is set this year at 100 seconds until midnight, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists announced.

LIFESTYLE January 19, 2022

Florida bald eagle hatchlings nearly here: Magical moments await bird lovers

Bird lovers are in luck as a pair of eagle hatchlings in Northeast Florida are due to emerge soon — a webcam stream from the American Eagle Foundation allows amazing live views.

Parenting January 13, 2022

After-school 'Satan club' in Illinois district elicits 'concern,' superintendent response

Parents of kids at Jane Addams Elementary School in Moline, Illinois, shared 'mounting concern' after flyers about a 'Satan club' were made available to students — and the superintendent responded.

LIFESTYLE January 10, 2022

What is human trafficking?

Human trafficking is 'one of the fastest growing criminal enterprises in the world' — it's why the month of January is devoted to increasing awareness of this heinous crime.

LIFESTYLE January 10, 2022

Space heaters: What you must know to keep your family safe

There are important safety do's and don'ts when it comes to using electric space heaters — make sure you and your family know these ground rules.

LIFESTYLE December 31, 2021

New Year's wishes from Americans include this fervent hope: 'Never see a face mask again'

When Fox News Digital reached out to an array of people about the New Year of 2022, we were surprised and inspired by their comments — and their hopes and dreams may surprise and inspire you, too.

LIFESTYLE December 29, 2021

On New Year's Eve, 22 smart reasons not to drink and drive

Fox News Digital spoke to an array of experts, including first responders, to help share the best advice about staying far from the driver's seat as you toast the New Year.