Have you ever tried to have a “backup” while in a monogamous relationship? “Cushioning” may not sound like the name of a new toxic dating trend, but the deceiving name has some serious implications. Read about it in @USATODAY here: bit.ly/4iFi6pu

Curb appeal may not be the only thing homebuyers and renters are looking for. Your proximity to @Costco may be just as important. Read about the “Costco effect” here: bit.ly/47xWrJI

Des Moines Register's 'Giving Back Breath' wins regional Emmy Award desmoinesregister.com/story/news/iow…

Researchers sought to find Amelia Earhart’s plane on the remote island of Nikumaroro. Instead, they found trees.

The disappearance of Earhart is still one that continues to fascinate audiences across the globe. Read about it in @USATODAYhere: bit.ly/4senEdL

Amazon may be learning more “About You” than you realize.

The new feature provides shopping recommendations to users based on your preferences. Read about it how it works, and what it knows, here: bit.ly/3UqJXk5

Whether you’re “unc,” “larping,” or ”huzz,” speaking to Gen Alpha can make you feel older than you really are (or like you need a dictionary).

@USATODAYY spent a weekend with Gen Alpha and became proficient in their language. Read about it here: bit.ly/3UpSfIT

If ancient extraterrestrial explorers ever traipsed through Earth's cosmic neighborhood, it's possible they left behind some interstellar litter in their wake, and researchers want to find it. 👽 Read the piece from @USATODAY here: bit.ly/47sjg1f

Ready to meet us in the middle?

@USATODAY PLAY is launching a new daily crossword, MidGrid. The 9x9 is not too big. It’s not too small. It’s the Goldilocks perfect for your next coffee break. Play here: play.usatoday.com

The @USATWFE returns to Phoenix, AZ on October 24 and Naples, FL on November 14!

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Looking to find happiness? One of these states may be your answer. Read where your state ranks in this piece from @USATODAY: bit.ly/4xXYsuc

Tired of curating the perfect feed? Meet the “ghost post,” a tactic that allows photos to be added to your profile without anyone seeing them in their feed. Read about it in @USATODAY here: bit.ly/4yJGcEP

Police officers in Kirkland, WA had to deal with an unlikely burglar: a bobcat. 🐈 Utilizing drones to watch the feline’s movement, it was safely removed and released back into the wild. @USATODAY Pets

When he realized they'd been there the whole time 🥹✈️ See the video from @humankind #humankind

The worst terrorist attack in the U.S. history resonates with families of the 2,977 victims and in the tens of thousands of survivors and first responders who are dealing with 9/11-related health issues. In some ways, Sept. 11 was 25 years ago, and also yesterday.

USA TODAY's Susan Page looks back to the day everything changed. bit.ly/4cGPs4f

📸: Seth Harrison/The Journal News, USA TODAY Network

A little boy from Phoenix, Arizona, had a "wonderful" surprise as a school bus full of kids wished him happy birthday. 🎂 Watch the video from @USATODAY’s Humankind.

Readers are increasingly seeking immersive audiobook experiences, prompting publishers to create what some describe as “movies for your ears.” @USATODAY’s Clare Mulroy explores the trend. bit.ly/4r00NSy

Travelers may not realize these seemingly innocent items are banned by TSA. What to know from @USATODAY:bit.ly/3UzY3zb

This state is the most dangerous one for drivers based on its rate of fatal crashes per 100,000 residents, according to a new analysis of federal data.

📸: Getty Creative

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Nearly 90 years after Amelia Earhart vanished, the mystery continues. New evidence could offer fresh clues in the search for her missing plane.

@USATODAY analyzed Earhart’s disappearance, decades of search efforts, and the latest findings. Read more: bit.ly/4wsfAGK