Lauren Wellbank
Freelance WriterLocation: Lehigh Valley, PALauren Wellbank is a freelance writer living in the Lehigh Valley area of Pennsylvania with her husband, three kids, and dog. She enjoys spending as much time as she can with her family, and can often be found coaching her kids in their various sports teams. When she's not volunteering within her community, she can be found tending to her plants in her yard.
More From Lauren Wellbank
Quaaludes Used To Be a Household Name, Where Has the Drug Gone?
Quaaludes were once a household name. What happened to Quaaludes and why aren't they readily available on the market like it was in the 70s and 80s?
An Ongoing List of All the Wegmans Recalls in 2025
Popular grocery store Wegmans has announced another recall. Here's everything you need to know about the recalled items before you shop.
How Growing Pink Pineapples Can Land You in Legal Hot Water
Copyright laws are part of the reason why it is illegal to grow pink pineapples at home, even though many love the pretty pink fruit.
Fact Check: Is There Such a Thing as "Clean Coal as Trump Claims?"
Clean coal is a phrase used to describe the carbon emissions from coal burning, but it doesn't mean that coal can be burned without concequence.
St. Louis Zoo Visitors Were Shocked When a Sloth Gave Birth in an Exhibit
Sago, a 6-year-old Sloth living at a St. Louis Zoo surprised guests and zookeepers when she gave birth unexpectedly in her exhibit.
Popular Butter Brand Recalled Over Possible Fecal Matter Contamination
Cabot Creamery has announced the recall of 1,700 pounds of butter over concerns that the butter could be contaminated by fecal matter.
Can a Good Rainfall Ease Your Pollen Related Allergies?
When you're suffering from seasonal allergies, you may wonder if rain can make pollen better or worse. In most cases it can do a mix of both.
Here's Why Dire Wolves Really Went Extinct Around 12,500 Years Ago
Dire wolves became extinct over 10,000 years ago. Scientists believe this was the result of climate change and the loss of their main food source.
Contamination Causes 400 Gallons of 'Hot Ones' Sauce To Be Recalled
The Karma Sauce Company is recalling its Hot Ones Los Calientes Hot Sauce due to potential contamination of a foreign substance, according to the FDA.
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins' Net Worth Explored as She Removes Forest Protections
Brooke Williams has an estimated net worth in the millions thanks to her family and jobs with organizations like the America First Policy Institute.
Fact Check: What Happens if Asteroid 2024 YR4 Actually Hits the Moon?
The changes of an asteroid hitting the moon on Dec. 22, 2023 have increased. Learn what the experts say will happen if the space rock makes contact.
Nurse Influencer Hailey Okula Tragically Dies After Childbirth — Husband Shares Details
Hailey Okula, the influencer known as Nurse Hailey, died due to a amniotic fluid embolism shortly after giving birth to her son via C-section.
2025 Pasta Recalls: Multiple States Are Dealing With Pasta-Related Recalls
An ongoing list of all of the pasta product recalls issue in 2025, including a recall of Lean Cuisine products that were sold in 37 states.
Is Home Depot Really Going to Start Charging Customers for Parking to Fight Inflation?
A home improvement blog says Home Depot is telling customers that they would now start charging customers for parking in their lots while they shop.
Fact Checking the Movie 'Geostorm:' What Would Really Happen During the Space Weather Event?
The movie 'Geostorm' shows the devastation that can happen to our planet during a geometric storm, but what would a real life storm actually look like?
Understanding the Spiritual Meaning of the Pink Moon and What It Means for You
The spiritual meaning of April's pink moon lies in the astrology sign for Libra, which experts believe is all about romance and self love in 2025.
Fact Check: Are Stimulus Checks Scheduled To Go Out in 2025?
From Elon Musk's DOGE cuts, to a suggested repeat of Donald Trump's first term, everyone wants to know who will get a stimulus check in 2025.
Everything You Need to Know About the April 2025 Lyrid Meteor Shower
The Lyrid meteor shower will be visible in certain parts of the USA on April 22, 2025, offering views of the dust trails left by the Comet Thatcher.
Beekeepers Report Losing 62 Percent of Their Bees in 2025 — Why Are Honey Bees Dying?
Beekeepers reported that 62 percent of their colonies died at the start of 2025, raising questions about the reason why so many honey bees are dying.
FDA Issues a Recall of 692 Cases of Popular Decaf Coffee Brand Over Contamination Concerns
Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA has issued a voluntary recall of a decaf light roast coffee after it was discovered that some packages are mislabeled.
Terrifying Moments Caught on TikTok as 7.7 Earthquake Rocks Thailand
A 7.7-magnitude earthquake has collapsed buildings in Thailand on March 28, 2025, possibly killing thousands of people in the process.
Fact Check: Does Female Birth Control Work for Men?
When a man takes a birth control pill designed for women, it won't do anything to prevent pregnancy, but it may cause some unexpected side effects.
Capybaras May Be Cute, but Do They Make Good Pets?
The cute Capybaras may seem like the perfect pet, but the Central and South American native rodents are too hard for the average person to raise.
Understanding the Impact Using AI Can Have On the Planet
As AI becomes more accessible, more people are using it to do everyday tasks, which has the potential to take a massive toll on the environment.
Shampoo Recalls 2025: Every Major Retailer That Has Issued a Recall
There have been several shampoo recalls issued in 2025 and we've created a list of the products that are being pulled from shelves as it happens.
A Tornado, a Rare Fungus, and a Joplin, MO Boy’s Will to Live
An EF-5 tornado touched down in Joplin in 2011, infecting a number of residents with a deadly fungus that put 12 people in the hospital.
Fact Check: Will Trump Invade Greenland in a Quest To Lay Claim to the Island Nation?
Donald Trump has made several statements about wanting to takeover Greenland on behalf of the U.S., despite warnings from Greenlanders.
The Best Spots to Catch D.C.’s Stunning Cherry Blossoms This Season
Jefferson Memorial, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, and the Japanese lantern are among some of the best places to see cherry blossoms in D.C.
Aldi Recalls 2025: Every Product That Has Been Recalled By the Supermarket Chain
Discount grocer Aldi has issued a few recalls in 2025 — here are all the products that have been pulled from shelves.
Animal Lover Millie Bobby Brown Is Using Her Stardom to Fund an Animal Rescue
Millie Bobby Brown revealed that she has 62 animals on the property she shares with husband Jake Bongiovi where the duo run an animal rescue.
Fact Check: Do Hedgehogs Make Good Family Pets?
Hedgehogs can make good family pets if you provide them with the right care, food, and supports that will mimic what they're used to in the wild.
School Science Experiment Goes Wrong When Sara Lee Bread Won’t Grow Mold
A school teacher went viral after a science experiment featuring Sarah Lee bread wouldn't grow mold after several months of observations.
Cat Food Recalls 2025: FDA Recalls Cat Food Over Bird Flu Concerns
Check here for a list of all the cat food recalls in 2025 — brands the FDA deemed unsafe and not to be consumed by your furry pets.
Understanding the Illusion That Makes the Moon Appear Bigger Than It Is
The moon illusion is a scientific term used to describe what happens when when the moon appears bigger sometimes, and smaller other times.
Skincare Recalls 2025: La Roche Posay and Proactive Among Products Listed
Several skincare and beauty companies have issued nationwide recalls of their products after getting alerted to possible concerns and issues.
Understanding What the March 2025 Arrival of the Blood Moon Means for You
Some people believe that the arrival of the blood moon means that it's time to explore emotions from our dark side, including grief, anger, and more.
There's a Really Good Reason the U.S. Needs to Get Electricity From Canada
The U.S. has been purchasing electricity from Canada for years so that both countries can benefit from the perks provided by having a shared grid.
Nebraskans Are Crying Poor After Changes Put In Place by the Trump Administration Hurt Farmers
Nebraska farmers are crying out for help on social media after many claim that farmers are going broke in 2025 due to Donald Trump's policies.
Apple Facing a Class Action Lawsuit Due to Forever Chemical Apple Watch Claims
There's a proposed class action lawsuit in the works against Apple over claims that some watch wristbands contain forever chemicals.
Have Elon Musk’s SpaceX Rockets Ever Made It Into Space?
Two SpaceX rockets exploded in 2025, leaving some to wonder if any of the ships have ever made it to space ahead of a planned launch of SpaceX crews.
Nessie Is Back — A Man Claims To Have Captured a New Photo of the Loch Ness Monster
A man visiting Dores Beach in Scotland claims to have taken a photo of the Loch Ness Monster, marking the first sighting in 2025.
Miami High School Rumored To Be In the Middle of a Measles Outbreak
According to sources, Miami Palmetto Senior High School sent a warning to parents of the school after it was hit with a measles outbreak.
Fact Checking 2025 Claims That Girl Scout Cookies Are Toxic
An independent study claimed to find lead in Girl Scout cookies, prompting people to ask if girl scout cookies are toxic or being recalled.
Panama Canal Ports Set To Be Sold to U.S. Firm BlackRock
The country of Panama has no plans to hand control of the Panama Canal back to the U.S. government despite planned sale. Can U.S. actually take the Panama Canal back?
Have Autism Rates Really Increased in the U.S.? Trump's Claim Explained
Donald Trump has asked RFK Jr. to investigate autism rates in children after spreading false claims about the number of cases.
Are Dog Sledding Races Like the Iditarod Ethical?
Dog sledding races like the Iditarod have faced accusations of animal abuse, especially after the deaths and injuries of the dogs.
Will You Lose Power if Canada Stops Sharing Electric With the U.S.?
Canada send surplus energy to states across the Northeast, including New York — but will Canada shut it off? Plus, how much electricity does the U.S. actually get?
Is Your Area Under a Red Flag Warning? Here’s What You Need to Know
A Red Flag Warning can be issued in an area that is at a high risk for fire danger because of drought, high winds, and other factors.
Scientists Discover Dinosaur Eggshell Fossils That Will Have You Rethinking Everything
Researchers uncover 100-million-year-old eggshells in Utah that appear to prove a variety of dinosaurs lived in the region before becoming extinct.
The Planets Will Align in 2025 — Understand the Spiritual Meaning of This Celestial Event
The planets will align a few times in 2025, which some folks believe is symbolic of unity and order.