Don’t fall for shady sunglasses. Eye experts shared their tips for how to pick sunglasses that will protect your eyes from the sun’s damaging rays — and why they’re so important, Verywell Health reported. Look for sunglasses that offer UV protection. Serhii – stock.adobe.com The benefits of sunglasses Wearing sunglasses does more than keep your … Read more
America runs on Dunkin’, but these patrons have one employee running for the hills. Keanna Hlavacek, who works for the coffee giant at an undisclosed location, has gone viral on TikTok after sharing what she hates about her drive-thru customers. Hlavacek, who goes by @KeoshaKraze on the app, posted a three-part series sharing her grievances … Read more
They’re putting the “eye” in iPhone. Apple users will soon be able to control their iPhones and iPads with their eyes after the tech giant unveiled an array of new accessibility features for their products. “Eye Tracking,” which is designed for users with physical disabilities, will be powered by Artificial Intelligence and won’t require any … Read more
She’s got a bag of tricks for unsightly under-eye bags. A Harvard-trained, board-certified dermatologist is sharing three ways to reduce puffiness under eyes caused by fluid accumulation. “These are generally worse in the morning and swell with allergies, poor sleep or salty foods. Under eye bags or puffy eyes from fat require removal,” Dr. Neera Nathan, 35, … Read more
Don’t take this advice lightly. A world-renowned ophthalmologist is offering tips for selecting and wearing sunglasses after a TikToker shared a “cautionary tale” about allegedly purchasing “cheap” sunglasses that didn’t protect against harmful UV rays. “Because I decided to buy trendy-a– sunglasses that were like $5 from Amazon, I am paying the ultimate price,” TikTok … Read more
Color us confused. A head-scratching optical illusion challenges the perception of color and how the brain plays tricks on us. In an image created by the UK contact lens vendor Lenstore, a series of lilac letters cascades down each side of the image and a row of ABC’s spanning diagonally across the purple gradient background. … Read more
A New York lawmaker wants to expand fantasy sports games and update rules to keep pace with fan preferences and changes in the market. “We can do so much better,” said state Sen. Joe Addabbo (D-Queens), chairman of the Racing, Gaming and Wagering Committee, who is pushing a new bill on the popular pastime. Daily … Read more
Immediately after Monday’s solar eclipse, the number of people searching Google for eye-related injuries jumped while one doctor in New York City says she treated a surge of patients with eye pain. “I had several patients come in panicking saying ‘I don’t want to go blind,’” Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, a New York City-based double board-certified doctor … Read more
Monday’s total solar eclipse was over in the blink of an eye — but for some, the effects of the spectacle may last a while. Solar retinopathy or “eclipse blindness” can occur when staring at the sun without glasses with special solar filters. Bright sunlight can damage the macula — the center of the retina … Read more
If you purchased solar eclipse glasses on Amazon or in Illinois or Missouri, you might want to check them. Solar eclipse glasses sold on Amazon, at least six stores in Southern Illinois and three in Missouri have been recalled. The Illinois Department of Health issued an alert warning that the faulty glasses were recalled after … Read more
Documentaries about the American political system are legion, and grow every week. You can bet we’ll be seeing dozens more by the time this year’s presidential election rolls around. But “Boys State” (Apple TV+), the 2020 documentary directed by Amanda McBaine and Jesse Moss, came at government from a different and very refreshing angle. That … Read more
As parents, we do a lot of ‘looking’ at our kids. There’s the loving gaze, the look of bewilderment, or the stare of frustration. So it’s not at all surprising parents are quick to notice dark rings when they pop up under kids’ eyes, which makes for a very common visit to see me – the family doctor. … Read more
We only have one pair of eyes, so it is important to keep them healthy throughout our lives. The eyes can give information about the health of the rest of the body. For example, the eyes can indicate if you have high blood pressure or diabetes. There are eye diseases, such as glaucoma, that have … Read more
A Japanese man contracted a rare ocular disorder after being bitten by a dog — and his eye might have been permanently paralyzed had he not received proper treatment. The 19-year-old, who has not been publicly named, was bitten on the left side of his face by a German shepherd, according to the American Journal … Read more
Call ’em golden arches. A 29-year-old content creator from Los Angeles says she ruined her eyebrows by overplucking them as a teenager. Feeling self-conscious, she decided to plunk down about $5,100 to have hair from the back of her head transplanted onto her face during a four-hour procedure. The November operation has made her feel … Read more
Eric Carmen, who found fame as the Raspberries frontman before a successful solo career, died over the weekend at 74, his wife announced Monday. “It is with tremendous sadness that we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of Eric Carmen,” Amy Carmen wrote. “Our sweet, loving and talented Eric passed away in his sleep, … Read more
Al Pacino put a room full of Hollywood stars a little bit on edge to close out the 96th Academy Awards. Rather than listing all 10 nominees while presenting the best picture Oscar, or offering a conventional “And the Oscar goes to,” Pacino simply said “Here it comes” before slowly opening the envelope. “And my … Read more
Queer Eye’s Jonathan Van Ness came under fire — Aries pun intended — this week with the publication of a Rolling Stone expose that alleges the beautifully groomed grooming expert has “rage issues” that have directly and adversely affected their co-stars and the show’s production crew. A gander inside their birth chart helps illuminate the stars that … Read more
“The Bachelor” star Joey Graziadei is assuring fans that he is healthy amid concern for his yellow-colored eyes. “Hi everyone, I hope you are having a beautiful day,” Graziadei, 28, said in an Instagram video on Thursday. “I want to jump on here really quick and talk about something that I am seeing a lot of … Read more
Her life changed in a flash. A UK mom of four says she was able to detect her infant son’s rare cancer using the flash on her phone’s camera. Sarah Hedges, 40, was cooking a shepherd’s pie dinner in November 2022 when she looked across at her 3-month-old son, Thomas, and noticed a “white glow” … Read more