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Gas prices are at record lows. While that’s good news for drivers, it can have an unexpected impact on the world economy.

UNC doctors have developed a plan to deal with the Zika virus if more cases are seen in North Carolina. Meanwhile, students headed to South America are taking precautions as well.

The toy store isn’t just a destination for children. Experts say playing with LEGOs and other toys can be healthy for grown-ups, too.

With recent droughts and flooding across the nation, one researcher wants to document the water cycle and better measure the resources we have at hand.

UNC plans to add amenities to some dorms to try to dissuade students from moving to luxury apartments.

With busy class schedules and busy social lives, it’s often hard for students to eat well. But UNC nutrition experts say it’s possible for students to make healthy choices.

North Carolina now requires the teaching of cursive writing in public elementary schools. But Montessori schools, like the one in Chapel Hill, never stopped teaching cursive.