South Korean movie star nicknamed ‘The Nation’s Actor’ dies at 74

South Korean movie star nicknamed ‘The Nation’s Actor’ dies at 74

SEOUL, South Korea — Ahn Sung-ki, one of South Korean cinema’s biggest stars whose prolific 60-year career and positive, gentle public image earned him the nickname “The Nation’s Actor,” died Monday. He was 74. Ahn, who had blood cancer for years, died at Seoul’s Soonchunhyang University Hospital, his agency, the Artist Company, and hospital officials … Read more

I’m a neuroscientist — this ‘one-page miracle’ can boost brain health, plus why I nicknamed my mind ‘Hermie’

I’m a neuroscientist — this ‘one-page miracle’ can boost brain health, plus why I nicknamed my mind ‘Hermie’

It may be time to think outside the box. Many Americans will experience some level of brain decline as they age, ranging from mild cognitive impairment to dementia. Maintaining a sharp mind is crucial — strong cognitive function is vital for overall well-being and a high quality of life. Dr. Daniel Amen is a double board-certified psychiatrist, … Read more

30-pound cat nicknamed ‘Thicken Nugget’ is swimming his way to his goal weight after being surrendered

30-pound cat nicknamed ‘Thicken Nugget’ is swimming his way to his goal weight after being surrendered

It’s the purr-fect weight-loss plan! A 30-pound cat named Ty is swimming laps in an effort to lose 15 pounds after he was surrendered to Vanderburgh Humane Society in Evansville, Indiana in January. “Weighing in at 30 pounds, our biggest concern is his thoracic spine and the overall toll his weight is having on his … Read more

NY actress — nicknamed ‘Dory’ — uses notes app to remember friends, family after she was pushed off stage, suffered brain injury

NY actress — nicknamed ‘Dory’ — uses notes app to remember friends, family after she was pushed off stage, suffered brain injury

A woman with memory loss makes memos on everyone in her life so she can remember details about them – and has been nicknamed Dory by her friends. Megan Mackenzie, 27, suffered a traumatic brain injury after she fell off a stage in school and hit the back of her head. The author had to … Read more

Hawaiian man nicknamed ‘Dolphin Dave’ accused of harassing humpback whale

Hawaiian man nicknamed ‘Dolphin Dave’ accused of harassing humpback whale

A Hawaiian man known as “Dolphin Dave” is facing charges after he allegedly harassed wildlife in a state park. The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources said 65-year-old David Jiménez of Maui was cited Monday morning at Kealakekua Bay on Hawai‘i Island. This comes after the department’s Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement received numerous calls … Read more

Veteran lost half of his penis from cancer: ‘I’ve nicknamed it Frankenweiner’

Veteran lost half of his penis from cancer: ‘I’ve nicknamed it Frankenweiner’

An army warrant officer said he lost half of his penis and believes doctors misdiagnosed a mysterious ailment on his genitals, which was actually cancer. Now, the British solider has been told he has just a year to live. Gavin Brooks claims that doctors, who believed that he had a genital wart, left him with … Read more