Malia Obama tries to avoid ‘nepo baby’ label by using stage name for directorial debut

Malia Obama tries to avoid ‘nepo baby’ label by using stage name for directorial debut

Malia Obama opted to release her first Hollywood directional effort under a stage name, but social media is still blasting the former First Daughter for her “nepo baby” roots. The 25-year-old daughter of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama wrote and directed the short film, “The Heart,” which debuted at on Jan. … Read more

Avoid these fad diets if you’re looking to lose weight – here’s what experts say you should do instead

Avoid these fad diets if you’re looking to lose weight – here’s what experts say you should do instead

Have you ever come across a diet that promises rapid, short-term weight loss? Most likely, it’s a fad diet that you should avoid. Losing weight doesn’t happen overnight, and if a product or diet is promising it will, it’ll probably end up doing more harm than good. Sometimes it can be hard to tell if … Read more

The scary reason why travelers should avoid using airport charging ports

The scary reason why travelers should avoid using airport charging ports

Don’t let the juice loose. The person behind the @travelpiratesus.io account on TikTok recently warned jetsetters to avoid airport charging stations because they are a cybersecurity risk. In the 34-second resurfaced clip posted on TikTok, the travel guru explains the dangers behind the airport charging hub. “Do not put your phone in those, do not charge your phone there. … Read more

Dear Abby: I finally have independence from my parents, how do I avoid going wild?

Dear Abby: I finally have independence from my parents, how do I avoid going wild?

DEAR ABBY: I grew up with very strict parents. They used money to control me, even after I graduated from college and grad school. I’m happy to report that I recently landed my dream job. I have achieved financial freedom and, at last, I’m independent. My question is, how do I avoid going wild? I’m … Read more

Plane turbulence make you sick? Here are 4 ways passengers can avoid discomfort

Plane turbulence make you sick? Here are 4 ways passengers can avoid discomfort

Rough skies shouldn’t mean a roughed-up stomach. An expert on human anatomy has shared four crucial tips for managing the dreaded anxiety and discomfort that comes along with airplane turbulence. Considering a recent spate of airline drama, including a door plug blowing off an Alaska Airlines flight, it’s probably a good idea to take the … Read more

Travis Kelce’s ex, Kayla Nicole, shut off her DMs to avoid ‘social media s–t show’

Travis Kelce’s ex, Kayla Nicole, shut off her DMs to avoid ‘social media s–t show’

Kayla Nicole is making changes in 2024. The influencer — who became part of headlines when her ex-boyfriend, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce started dating Taylor Swift last year — explained how she’s “protecting [her] peace” after the “social media s–t show” that caused her emotional pain. “I turned off my comments recently,” Kayla said … Read more

Six things to avoid to get a good night’s sleep revealed

Six things to avoid to get a good night’s sleep revealed

Sleep is one of the most beneficial and important things for the human body — but there are key things to avoid to get the best night’s sleep possible. Professor Russell Foster, a world-renowned expert in circadian rhythm, provided a simple checklist to follow to help with better sleep, according to the Daily Mail. Those … Read more

Prince Harry and Prince Andrew forbidden to act on King Charles’ behalf to avoid ‘potential problem’

Prince Harry and Prince Andrew forbidden to act on King Charles’ behalf to avoid ‘potential problem’

Prince Harry and Prince Andrew have been royally flushed. Buckingham Palace announced on Wednesday that the two royals will not be among the Counsellors of State that can carry out engagements on the behalf of King Charles III when he is hospitalized next week for a planned procedure to treat his enlarged prostate. While the 75-year-old … Read more

Children should avoid screen time until this age, experts warn: ‘Important implications’

Children should avoid screen time until this age, experts warn: ‘Important implications’

Children should be prohibited from screen time until the age of 3 as it can lead to developmental delays, a new study published in JAMA Pediatrics found. Researchers at Drexel University discovered that babies and toddlers who are allowed screen time are more likely to display atypical sensory behaviors associated with neurodevelopmental disorders such as … Read more

Are you sleeping with a psychopath? An expert reveals the warning signs — and how to avoid ‘negative encounters’

Are you sleeping with a psychopath? An expert reveals the warning signs — and how to avoid ‘negative encounters’

Beware of psychopaths under — or in — your bed. One psychologist with experience treating the neuropsychiatric disorder has revealed the top warning signs that someone close to you might be more than just a little bit antisocial — and the probability could be higher than you think. Writing for Psychology Today, Kurt W. Ela revealed … Read more

Shoveling snow this weekend? 3 ways to avoid injury, according to experts

Shoveling snow this weekend? 3 ways to avoid injury, according to experts

Keep these tips in mind when the weather outside is frightful. They just might come in handy this weekend as the tri-state area is expecting a blowout snowstorm that could bring a foot of the white stuff upstate and give the Big Apple its first taste of significant snow — or possibly a yucky wintery … Read more

There is ‘no safe amount’ of alcohol to drink if you want to avoid this disease: study

There is ‘no safe amount’ of alcohol to drink if you want to avoid this disease: study

For those participating in “Dry January,” another potential benefit of giving up alcohol has emerged.  Giving up alcoholic drinks — or reducing the amount that’s consumed — could reduce the risk of getting oral or esophageal cancer, according to a special report published in The New England Journal of Medicine on Dec. 28. Researchers from the International … Read more

I’m a doctor — this is the correct way to clean your ears to avoid injury

I’m a doctor — this is the correct way to clean your ears to avoid injury

This is the way to be ear-responsible. A UK doctor is sharing sound advice about how we should be cleaning our ears. “How should you keep your ears clean? You don’t,” the 31-year-old general practitioner who goes by Dr. Sooj told his 58,700 TikTok followers last month. “Your ears are self-cleaning,” the ear-thority explained in the 12-second TikTok, which has pulled … Read more

Want to quit smoking? These trigger foods are known to cause nicotine cravings — avoid them like the plague

Want to quit smoking? These trigger foods are known to cause nicotine cravings — avoid them like the plague

Trying to quit smoking? Give up more than the cigs if you want to make it stick, according to science. What you eat while going cold turkey can make a big difference — and some foods could derail even the most committed quitter, an expert from gosmokefree.co.uk told The Mirror. There are four types of foods … Read more

I’m a doctor — here are the Christmas presents that parents should avoid buying for kids

I’m a doctor — here are the Christmas presents that parents should avoid buying for kids

Last-minute Christmas gift shoppers beware, as a Florida doctor is sharing the toy items that are on her naughty list every holiday giving season. In an Instagram Reel viewed by 8.1 million users, Meghan Martin, a pediatric emergency medicine physician at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg, revealed what she says are “the … Read more

10 expert tips to avoid getting sick while you travel for the holidays

10 expert tips to avoid getting sick while you travel for the holidays

Catch a flight — not a cold. Some 115 million Americans are expected to travel 50 miles or more from home for the holidays, which means airports, planes, bus terminals, hotels, and trains will be packed with people — and germs. Before boarding your plane or packing your car, you should take certain precautions to stay healthy during your … Read more

Christmastime sex leads to more penis fractures — here’s the position to avoid

Christmastime sex leads to more penis fractures — here’s the position to avoid

Be careful if you’re feeling festive and frisky. Men are being warned against engaging in energetic Christmas romps, as chances of suffering a painful penile fracture dramatically rise during the holiday week. Scientists studied 3,421 German men between 2005 an 2021 and found that chances of sustaining the painful goin injury, especially among those in … Read more

Burning scented candles comes with serious safety risks — follow these tips to avoid hazards

Burning scented candles comes with serious safety risks — follow these tips to avoid hazards

Scented candles have become a beloved fixture in numerous households, admired for their ability to fill spaces with delightful fragrances and create a cozy atmosphere. Whether it’s the calming scent of lavender, the refreshing aroma of citrus, or the earthy notes of wood, these candles cater to a wide range of preferences and occasions, enhancing the … Read more

How often you should be washing your sheets — to avoid stuffy noses

How often you should be washing your sheets — to avoid stuffy noses

Clean sheets could mean a clean bill of health. Experts are warning that not changing your sheets weekly can lead to ear, nose and throat problems, with a stuffy nose being one common effect. “Though it may seem like a no-brainer, you’d be surprised at how many people don’t change their sheets on a weekly … Read more

‘Zombie’ deer disease confirmed at Yellowstone — officials warn to avoid wildlife

‘Zombie’ deer disease confirmed at Yellowstone — officials warn to avoid wildlife

The geysers aren’t the only thing foaming at the mouth. Yellowstone National Park officials are warning travelers to steer clear of wildlife after a “zombie” deer was found dead near Yellowstone Lake, a hotspot inside the heavily-visited natural landmark. The deceased adult mule deer suffered from chronic wasting disease, or CWD, a contagious and fatal … Read more