“Forever chemicals” may have yet another health strike against them. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are found in thousands of everyday products, including nonstick cookware, food packaging, waterproof clothing and more. These manmade chemicals, which repel oil, water and stains, have been linked to higher risks of several kinds of cancer, liver and immune system … Read more
He put his stamp on it. “Superman” actor Terence Stamp, who died at age 87 on Sunday, had a life that was even more colorful behind the scenes than it was on-screen. Born in London in 1938, the late actor grew up with a working-class background. He rose to the spotlight in the 1960s, and … Read more
Prince Andrew can finally end his self-imposed travel ban after a leaked memo revealed that the FBI is closing its investigation into the royal’s Jeffrey Epstein links. The disgraced Duke of York, 65, has left the UK once in the last six years over fears of an arrest, civil lawsuits or being subpoenaed. Now, it … Read more
United Airlines and JetBlue Airways are elevating their frequent flier perks through a new partnership. The two airlines announced a new loyalty collaboration called Blue Sky, which will allow United’s MileagePlus members and JetBlue’s TrueBlue members to earn and redeem points and miles on “most” flights operated by the other airline. If approved by regulators, … Read more
In a sweeping interview, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the health and human services secretary, outlined a strategy for containing the measles outbreak in West Texas that strayed far from mainstream science, relying heavily on fringe theories about prevention and treatments. He issued a muffled call for vaccinations in the affected community, but said the choice … Read more
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is preparing to launch an expansive study into possible links between vaccines and autism — even in the face of thorough scientific research disproving their connection. It wasn’t clear what role Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., 71, may have had in the CDC’s new plan — which was … Read more
Scientists have discovered a surprising silver lining of COVID-19 infection. A new study by researchers at Northwestern Medicine Canning Thoracic Institute, published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, revealed a correlation between COVID-19 infection and cancer regression. Though doctors at Northwestern University warned that the research is still in early stages, they’re hopeful that more tests could lead … Read more
Chanel Première sautoir-belt watch, $11,900 Photo by Jeffrey Westbrook; Prop Stylist: Alex Brannian Like the house’s storied tweed suits, quilted handbags and two-tone slingbacks, a decorative chain belt is one of Chanel’s signatures. The first models were created by founder Coco Chanel in the 1930s, but it wasn’t until Karl Lagerfeld sent his swaggy versions … Read more
Rory McIlroy and CBS reporter Amanda Balionis are stirring buzz on the PGA Tour just over a week after news broke that he filed for divorce from Erica Stoll, his wife of seven years, on May 13. The Northern Irishman and the sports broadcaster are “the talk of the links” after some have noticed their … Read more
Both smoking and drinking are influenced by genetics as well as environmental factors.Credit: Bunyos/iStock/Getty More than 3,500 genetic variations that potentially affect smoking and drinking behaviour have been identified in a study involving almost 3.4 million people with African, American, East Asian and European ancestry. The findings, published in Nature on 7 December1, highlight how … Read more
Many factors can contribute to a person’s eating habits, including personality traits. The Dark Triad personality traits of narcissism, psychopathy, and Machiavellianism have been linked to many negative outcomes, but their relationship to disordered eating has been underexplored. A study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health looks at how these … Read more
Photo: Shutterstock (Shutterstock) Coffee: still tasty, and still apparently good for us. A study out this week suggests that light to moderate consumption of decaffeinated, ground, and instant coffee can be linked to a lower risk of dying early and developing cardiovascular disease. As is often the case, though, these findings alone can’t confirm a … Read more
CNN — People who got the Covid-19 vaccine reported slightly longer menstrual cycles, but the change was temporary, according to a new study published Tuesday in the journal BMJ Medicine. “Compared with the unvaccinated group, vaccinated individuals had an adjusted increase in menstrual cycle length of less than one day with both first and second … Read more
Summary: Specific intensities of exercise over a long period of time are associated with different aspects of memory and mental health. Source: Dartmouth College Exercise can improve your cognitive and mental health — but not all forms and intensities of exercise affect the brain equally. The effects of exercise are much more nuanced, as specific intensities … Read more