Call it a run-in with reality. OpenAI executive Maggie Hott has crossed the finish lines of two Ironman triathlons and 21 marathons, describing herself as a “very, very, very healthy person.” Two years ago, the mother of two decided to find out exactly how healthy she is. A good friend suggested she undergo testing at … Read more
Around the world, chemicals that once kept barnacles from attaching to the hulls of ships have leached into marine sediments. Animals have suffered brain and immune impairment. Some female mollusks have turned imposex, growing male genitalia. The chemicals did so much damage to aquatic ecosystems that, decades ago, they were banned internationally for marine use. … Read more
When it comes to foodborne illness, most horror stories involve questionable takeout or spoiled leftovers that end in a long night of misery glued to the bathroom floor. But there’s another threat many consumers have never heard of — and you might be sprinkling it onto your dinner every night. Spices, experts warn, are “especially … Read more
Talking about being stuck in a rut … with a gut. You’ve tried everything to lose weight — you’re eating healthier, exercising more, managing stress better and getting adequate sleep — but nothing seems to move the needle on the scale. Have you considered your chemical exposure? Obesogens are endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) that sabotage weight … Read more
A prominent social media influencer called the police twice in 24 hours after allegedly spotting two different men lurking in her backyard. Shortly before midnight on Wednesday police responded to a report of trespassing and possible violation of a restraining order at the San Fernando Valley home of Lindsey Pelas, 34. Lindsey Pelas, 34, moved … Read more
Carbone is not alone. Fans of the West Village hotspot were shocked to discover that the buzzy, celeb-fave eatery was branded an eyebrow-raising B rating after being dinged by the NYC Health Department in July. Worse, instead of properly displaying its bold, green letter-grade sign for all to see, the upmarket Thompson Street spot kept … Read more
Diving into a public pool this summer? You might be plunging into a petri dish. While chlorine is the go-to germ killer, it doesn’t work instantly. Some nasty germs can survive in treated water for minutes or even days, turning a refreshing swim into a risky dip. And the threat is growing. Outbreaks of waterborne … Read more
Former NFL player Channing Crowder said it was “weird” to see North Carolina football coach Bill Belichick being managed by his 24-year-old girlfriend, Jordon Hudson, during Belichick’s appearance on “The Pivot” podcast earlier this month. Crowder, who co-hosts the show with former NFL players Fred Taylor and Ryan Clark, explained that Hudson “choreographed the open” … Read more
A woman has made a horrific discovery inside a Cadbury chocolate bunny she purchased for Easter. At a time when many of us are still trying to get through our chocolate hauls, Gold Coast local, Chy, got the shock of her life midway through eating her popular Cadbury bunny. “I sat down, opened the bunny, and started to eat … Read more
A Walmart worker is warning women against using the retailer’s restrooms, saying serious health hazards are hiding in plain sight. The employee, named Devan, made the public service announcement in a TikTok video which has clocked up 611,000 views and a whole lot of alarm. “This pertains to men and women, but mainly women, and … Read more
There could be a silent killer lurking in your backyard. Experts are sounding the alarm about the danger of a lethal bacterium found in American gardens after it caused the death of multiple people in Australia this year. Burkholderia pseudomallei, a bacteria present in soil and water in tropical regions, can cause Melioidosis, a lung … Read more
She’s sharing the dirty truth about her cleanser. Diana Hasler, a mother-of-one from Camden, Australia, was disgusted when she realized she had been using a moldy skincare product. “Friendly reminder that if you keep face wash in the shower, things go moldy. I just didn’t think it would happen so quickly,” Halser said online. Diana … Read more
The fungus Candida — shown here growing under laboratory conditions — has been found in some tumour samples.Credit: Nicolas Armer/dpa/Alamy For years, evidence has been mounting that bacteria are linked to cancer, and sometimes even play a crucial part in its progression. Now, researchers have found a similar connection with another type of microorganism: fungi. … Read more