Behind the Headlines
There’s no shortage of headlines—but finding one you can trust? That’s the real story. At American Discovery News, we read between the lines, cut through the noise, and uncover what really matters. No hype, no hollow takes—just truth, clarity, and a healthy respect for your time.
Real People. Real Perspective.
At ADN, we’ve got credentials—but we’ve also got receipts from real life.
We’re not just reporters and researchers. We’re:
- 🧾 Parents who've battled healthcare portals with one bar of Wi-Fi.
- 💸 Savers and spenders who’ve danced with debt (and dodged a few overdrafts).
- 🗳️ Voters who’ve seen enough spin to knit a sweater.
- 🏡 Neighbors, readers, humans—just like you.
Every byline links to a real person. You’ll find our bios, our backstories, and the reasons we care. Because around here, the “who” and the “why” matter just as much as the “what.”
Clear Paths Through the Chaos
We don’t do fog. We cut through noise, spotlight what matters, and get you to the point—fast.
Facts With a Fingerprint
Sourced, checked, and shaped by people who’ve lived what they’re writing about. Accuracy meets empathy, and they get along just fine.
Built for Action, Not Applause
We’re not here for clicks—we’re here to connect the dots. If it doesn’t help you think clearer or act smarter, it doesn’t get published.
News That Outlasts the Scroll
Hot takes fade. Good reporting stays relevant. We cover what matters now and what you’ll want bookmarked for later.
News You Can Actually Use
No doomscrolling. No empty updates. Just useful, usable stories to help you make sense of modern life.
Wellness & Living
Health, home, and lifestyle tips you can actually try before your second cup of coffee. Less fad, more function.
Money & Life Decisions
From lowering your bills to raising your credit score, we decode the fine print so you can make confident choices.
Tech & Tools
We explain the gadgets, platforms, and policies shaping your world—minus the buzzwords.
Smarter Thinking
Fresh takes, curious questions, and big ideas worth pondering (or debating at dinner).
The Bylines That Breathe
Every name you see here belongs to someone who lived it, researched it, or gave a damn enough to write it well. That’s our standard.
Daniel Cross
Senior Technology Analyst
Daniel Cross brings over a decade of experience in tech journalism and digital innovation. Known for turning complex trends into plain-English insights, he breaks down the latest in AI, cybersecurity, gadgets, and software to help readers stay one step ahead in a fast-moving world.
Daniel Cross brings over a decade of experience in tech journalism and digital innovation. Known for turning complex trends into plain-English insights, he breaks down the latest in AI, cybersecurity, gadgets, and software to help readers stay one step ahead in a fast-moving world.
Samantha Hale
Personal Finance Editor
With a background in financial planning and behavioral economics, Samantha Hale is passionate about helping readers take control of their money. Her articles blend smart strategy with everyday practicality—whether you’re building credit, investing wisely, or just trying to stretch a paycheck.
With a background in financial planning and behavioral economics, Samantha Hale is passionate about helping readers take control of their money. Her articles blend smart strategy with everyday practicality—whether you’re building credit, investing wisely, or just trying to stretch a paycheck.
Dr. Mia Rivera
Wellness & Lifestyle Contributor
Dr. Rivera is a holistic health expert with a background in integrative medicine and mental wellness. Her work focuses on real-life well-being—guiding readers with grounded advice on nutrition, emotional health, fitness, and everyday balance.
Dr. Rivera is a holistic health expert with a background in integrative medicine and mental wellness. Her work focuses on real-life well-being—guiding readers with grounded advice on nutrition, emotional health, fitness, and everyday balance.
Ellie Adams
Lead Features Writer
Ellie writes across life’s many categories—from smart living and home organization to pop culture and everyday decision-making. With an eye for what matters and a gift for storytelling, Ellie makes every topic feel relevant, useful, and genuinely interesting.
Ellie writes across life’s many categories—from smart living and home organization to pop culture and everyday decision-making. With an eye for what matters and a gift for storytelling, Ellie makes every topic feel relevant, useful, and genuinely interesting.
Max Turner
Auto Specialist & Industry Writer
Max Turner covers everything on four wheels—from emerging EV trends to everyday car care. With years of experience in automotive reporting and tech analysis, Max breaks down what drivers need to know in plain, practical terms. His mission? Help you stay informed, confident, and ahead of the curve on the road.
Max Turner covers everything on four wheels—from emerging EV trends to everyday car care. With years of experience in automotive reporting and tech analysis, Max breaks down what drivers need to know in plain, practical terms. His mission? Help you stay informed, confident, and ahead of the curve on the road.
How We Report (and Why We Sleep at Night)
Before we publish anything, we ask: Will this help someone live smarter today? If the answer’s no, it doesn’t run. Simple as that.
- ✅ Start with people – We write for real lives, not algorithms.
- ✅ Share what we know – Our stories blend lived experience with verifiable facts.
- ✅ Teach, don’t preach – Insight over ego, always.
- ✅ Stay accountable – We own our words, update what’s outdated, and fact-check like it’s a contact sport.
Our goal? To equip you, not overwhelm you.
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