For the first time, a rare tick-borne infection has been confirmed in New York. Michael Larkin, 67, was working outdoors in Suffolk county when he was bitten by two lone star ticks, infecting him with Bourbon virus. There is no vaccine to prevent this disease, no commercial test to identify it — and no treatments … Read more
Carlos Alcaraz might be off the market. Photos emerged Monday of Alcaraz on a boat along the coastline of Italy with who appeared to be Spanish entrepreneur and digital marketing professional Claudia Canals. Canals posted on Instagram in a similar bikini with a cheeky caption, all but confirming the two Spaniards went on vacation together. … Read more
Measles is back with a vengeance — and the danger doesn’t end when the rash fades. The US saw a dramatic rise in cases last year, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reporting the highest numbers of the highly contagious respiratory disease in more than 30 years. And the numbers keep climbing. Federal … Read more
Luxe quartz countertops have surged in popularity in recent years, with an 800% rise in imports to the US alone, thanks to their durability, heat resistance and smooth, natural look. But that beauty may come at a price to the workers who install them. While quartz countertops are all the rage in kitchen design, they … Read more
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) confirmed the presence of a fungus linked to white-nose syndrome in bats. The fungus, Pseudogymnoascus destructans (Pd), was discovered by officials during routine monitoring of the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, according to an NDOW press release. Pd was confirmed in the sample by officials. But they stated that no bats … Read more
This is one way to hard launch a relationship. A day after Megan Thee Stallion cryptically included Klay Thompson in her poolside Instagram post, TMZ reported Thursday that the Mavericks guard and rapper are dating. On Wednesday, the 30-year-old “Hiss” rapper made waves online with an Instagram carousel of sultry bikini shots, which included Thompson, … Read more
Public health officials in Washington state are warning residents that a Canadian traveler who was contagious with measles visited several public locations, including the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The person, whose vaccination status is unknown, traveled through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and visited multiple public locations in Renton, Bellevue, Seattle, Everett and Woodinville between April 30 and May 3, according to … Read more
Here comes the Fab Four. The cast of the upcoming four biopics about the Beatles was announced by director Sam Mendes (“1917” and “Skyfall”) at CinemaCon 2025 in Las Vegas on Monday. Paul Mescal will play Paul McCartney, Harrison Dickinson will play John Lennon, Barry Keoghan will play Ringo Starr and Joseph Quinn will play … Read more
Sydney Sweeney’s split from fiancé Jonathan Davino has been confirmed, with an insider claiming the couple’s relationship had been “rocky for a long time.” The source also said Sweeney “didn’t feel right” about tying the knot with the businessman, leading to her decision to end their engagement. “She’s exactly where she wants to be,” an … Read more
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday confirmed the country’s first case of H5N1 bird flu infection in a child, who experienced mild symptoms and is recovering from their illness. California’s public health department had reported the case on Tuesday, but said there was no evidence of human-to-human transmission of the virus. … Read more
Nov 15 – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday confirmed highly pathogenic form of bird flu in a person linked to a commercial poultry operation in Clackamas County in Oregon. “There is no evidence of person-to-person transmission and the risk to the public is low,” the CDC said. Source link #Human #case #bird #flu #confirmed #Oregon … Read more
Kate Middleton is feeling the festive cheer. The Princess of Wales, 42, is set to host her annual Christmas carol concert next month after what’s been a difficult year for her and the royals, the palace has confirmed. With a new theme each year, December’s service will focus on the importance of love and empathy, … Read more
Kate Middleton’s return to the public eye following her abdominal surgery may have just been unveiled. Kensington Palace announced on Jan. 17 that the Princess of Wales, 42, had a pre-planned procedure. Britain’s Ministry of Defense seemingly confirmed on Tuesday that Middleton will be appearing at a pre-Trooping the Colour event on June 8. The … Read more
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
Paul Reubens’ cause of death has been revealed a month after his death at age 70. The actor, best known for his Pee-wee Herman character, died as a result of acute hypoxic respiratory failure, according to his death certificate obtained by The Blast. According to Healthline, the condition occurs “when your lungs cannot release enough … Read more
Saddle up the horses for one last ride. It’s official: “Yellowstone” is ending this fall. At least, in its current incarnation. On Friday, Paramount announced that “Yellowstone” will end with the second half of Season 5, which will premiere in November. This news comes amid rumors flying of a feud between creator Taylor Sheridan, 52, … Read more
Emmy-winning late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel announced Monday he is returning as the host of the 2023 Academy Awards. “Being invited to host the Oscars for a third time is either a great honor or a trap,” joked Kimmel, 54, in a possible reference to the infamous Chris Rock/Will Smith “Slapgate” of 2022. “Either … Read more
Velma is officially a lesbian in the new animated film Trick or Treat Scooby-Doo!, finally confirming a well-known fact among fans and Scooby-Doo creatives. Following Amazon Prime Video’s release of the newest iteration of the iconic childhood franchise on Tuesday (4 October), a clip of Velma’s first encounter with her crush, villain Coco Diablo, has … Read more
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) – The first human case of West Nile virus this year in Wisconsin was confirmed Monday, the state’s top health agency announced. The person who tested positive for the virus is a Sheboygan County resident, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services stated. State Health Officer Paula Tran told Wisconsinites that even as … Read more
Ukraine’s health officials have confirmed the first case of monkeypox in the country. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Health. As noted, the patient is currently undergoing inpatient hospital treatment. The person is reported to be having mild symptoms of the disease. Read also: Russians destroy 127 medical facilities across … Read more