Gen Alpha: Put down the serum bottle. A top dermatologist is sounding the alarm about teenagers’ skincare routines, warning that some product-obsessed middle and high schoolers are doing way more harm than good. And they may be dooming themselves to suffer for the rest of their lives. Dr. Sandy Skotnicki says teens are developing serious … Read more
Six in 10 Americans say a recurring smell in the home has caused an argument or awkward conversation. According to a new survey of 2,000 Americans who live with a partner, roommate, or family member, 58% said they’ve had arguments over recurring smells in shared spaces with culprits ranging from trash smells to post-gym stink … Read more
It was a real gas-querade. Residents of a UK town sounded an alarm after smelling what they thought was a gas leak, only to discover later that the stench was coming from the “world’s smelliest fruit” — durian, a delicacy throughout Southeast Asia. “I knew it smelled bad but I didn’t think it would bring … Read more
Scientists are unwrapping the myth that sugary foods and beverages lead to hyperactivity in kids. For decades, people have been linking symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder to sugar consumption. However, numerous studies have failed to find that sugar affects children’s attention span or behavior. This is because it’s not the sugar impacting children — … Read more
A royal pain. Kate Middleton visited High Down Prison sporting a mysterious hand injury on Tuesday morning. Kensington Palace revealed that the injury, which resulted in a bandage wrapped around two fingers, came from her playing on the trampoline with her children. A spokesperson added that it’s a “small injury” and “nothing serious.” The Princess … Read more
A new way to treat depression may be on the horizon. A growing body of research points to an unlikely cause of the affliction — inflammation — that could lead to more targeted solutions for those suffering from the disorder, the Washington Post reported. Inflammation is the body’s natural response to illness or injury. The body … Read more