Scientists claim a potentially “powerful” treatment for cancer might lie in potatoes, according to new research published Wednesday. Academic researchers from Poland report that glycoalkaloids — naturally occurring chemicals found in potatoes — have some cancer-fighting properties and could also help patients with the devastating side effects of treatments. A new peer-reviewed study published in … Read more
A man who was born with only half of a body isn’t letting his disability get in the way of life. Tim Mason, born without legs and one arm, says he’s living life to the fullest — and independently, as he loves to spend time walking his dog, dancing and cooking. Russian-born Mason was told … Read more
Welcome back, Rihanna. Six long years after releasing her last solo music, the 34-year-old pop superstar finally returned Friday with “Lift Me Up,” the first single from the upcoming “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” soundtrack. And it’s so good to hear her again, you almost get chills from the moment she starts humming at the beginning … Read more
UnlockThis article is free to access. Why? A new long-covid study based on the experiences of nearly 100,000 participants provides powerful evidence that many people do not fully recover months after being infected with the coronavirus. The Scottish study found that between six and 18 months after infection, 1 in 20 people had not recovered … Read more
Earlier this year, fears of a new “super strain” of Omicron were real—and rising. A researcher in Cyprus identified a COVID-19 variant that had features of both the deadly Delta and the highly transmissible, immune-evasive Omicron variants. “Deltacron,” as the new variant became known, was a bit of a “frankenvirus” that combined the two strains. … Read more
There were a lot of standing ovations throughout the night during the 74th Emmy Awards for incredible moments like Abbott Elementary star Sheryl Lee Ralph’s powerful speech, in which, she belted out a song, and when actress Selma Blair took the stage to present the award for Outstanding Drama Series. However, one person spent part of … Read more
Nicotine patches, gum, and vapes can help satisfy some cravings, but they can’t replace the rituals of having a cigarette: retreating outside with a co-conspirator, shrinking cellophane and foil as you buy a new one. Open the pack, the narcotic the buzz of that first drag. Bruce Holladay, 69, a retired teacher from Mill Valley, … Read more