Talk about a breath of fresh air. Researchers have developed a groundbreaking device that may one day make detecting lung cancer as easy as exhaling. “We built a screening tool that could allow physicians to catch the disease in its early phases, which improves outcomes,” Dr. Shalini Prasad, a professor at the University of Texas … Read more
Orioles broadcaster Brian Roberts apologized for a joke he made on the air that took a dig at Canadian baseball fans during Baltimore’s weekend series with the Blue Jays. Roberts, a former two-time All-Star infielder, questioned the “baseball IQ of some Canadians” during the MASN telecast on Saturday. But by Sunday, he had a bit … Read more
Your favorite diet soda could have a detrimental effect on your cognitive health, a new study suggests. In a Brazilian study published in the journal Neurology, participants who consumed the highest amount of artificial sweeteners were found to have “significantly faster declines” in thinking and memory skills. Researchers determined that the highest-consuming group lost about 1.6 years in … Read more
It’s bananas! A popular and pricey piece of art has been eaten — yet again. The artwork titled “Comedian” has been eaten for the fourth time. AFP via Getty Images Maurizio Cattelan’s “Comedian” — which features a real banana duct taped to a wall — has been replicated by the artist several times, most recently … Read more
The Suns were a mess this season, but Kevin Durant is refuting that they were fist fights-in-the-locker-room levels of messy. Former All-NBA center and four-time All Star Demarcus Cousins said on “Run it Back” Friday that there were “absolutely” fist fights in the Phoenix locker room this past season. Where Cousins got this information from … Read more
It’s fashion math. The 7-point outfit hack is catching fire — helping many level up their looks — and wear what’s already in their closet — without breaking a sweat. Here’s how it works: each clothing item and accessory gets a point value. The simpler the clothing item, the fewer points it has. So basics, … Read more
Meghan Markle initially sought full control over paparazzi images of herself and her husband, Prince Harry, that were released to the media following their trans-Atlantic move to the US, a veteran photographer has claimed. Californian paparazzo Mark Karloff, who has been in the business for 17 years, said that while public interest in the couple … Read more
Men may have hardened exteriors, but surprising new research has found they fall in love almost twice as fast as women. Academics at the Australian National University surveyed 808 young adults from 33 different countries, including the United States, to uncover the differences between the sexes when it comes to romance. The findings revealed that … Read more
Whoops. “The View” host Whoopi Goldberg made a joke about Elon Musk and JD Vance killing Donald Trump on Thursday’s episode of the daytime talkshow, one which left her scrambling to clean up. Goldberg, 69, made the quip during a conversation about the way Musk, 53, has inserted himself into the debate about the bipartisan … Read more
It takes less than 30 minutes for the average American to get frustrated when waiting for their food to arrive after placing an order for delivery, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults looked at Americans’ patience levels when it comes to minor day-to-day inconveniences and found that if the restaurant is … Read more
Here’s a gut check — new research reports that Parkinson’s disease may begin in the gut. A study led by Harvard-affiliated Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center found that damage to the lining of the upper GI tract from stomach ulcers or gastroesophageal reflux disease, commonly known as acid reflux, may increase Parkinson’s risk by 76%. … Read more
But daddy I love Taylor Swift! Meta co-founder Mark Zuckerberg recently divulged how he quickly shut down his daughter’s dream of one day becoming like the pop megastar in a recent interview. The tech tycoon went on the “Acquired” podcast earlier this month and revealed a conversation where he seemingly squashed his middle child’s desire … Read more
Don’t let hiccups sour your mood! Dr. Jeremy London, a heart surgeon based in Savannah, Georgia, is sharing a hack that he says will stop hiccups fast. “Drip lemon juice or lime juice into the back of the throat. It’ll stop them almost immediately,” London assured his 393,000 TikTok followers in a clip last month … Read more
Never fear — a renowned psychiatrist is sharing his three-pronged method for breaking a panic attack. Panic attacks, which are sudden episodes of intense anxiety that cause physical symptoms, are very common. Experts say one in 10 Americans will experience one this year. Dr. Daniel Amen, a double board-certified psychiatrist and brain-imaging researcher in California, advises not … Read more
The kids are getting antsy. Gaten Matarazzo is urging “Stranger Things” to speed up production. The much-anticipated Season 5, initially set to begin in May 2023, only kicked off filming in January due to various setbacks. Matarazzo, who has played Dustin Henderson on the Netflix series since its 2016 debut, opened up about the final … Read more
Thursday is the official start of summer, and the changing of seasons has brought oppressive, unprecedented weather to the North East. What we’re experiencing has been dubbed a “heat dome,” wherein temperatures rise when a hot-air mass is trapped under a high-pressure system, locking it in place. As we face a heat dome, experts reveal … Read more
Knock yourself out! Dr. Scott Walter, a board-certified dermatologist in the Denver area, says you can count on the “cognitive shuffling” mind trick to quickly fall asleep. “It’s a way to rearrange or reorganize your thoughts similar to shuffling a deck of cards — basically, distracting your mind from conscious thought patterns that may keep you … Read more
For those who are struggling to get enough sleep, the ABCs may be the key to getting more Zzzs. A sleep shortcut that’s making the rounds on TikTok uses the alphabet to help people drift off. Sleep experts shared their input on the unconventional route to restful nights. The technique isn’t new, but it’s been circulating … Read more
A heartbroken daughter was left seeing red when a cruise line sold her mother’s cabin on a 14-week trip days after she died at mid-voyage just three days before her 87th birthday. British passenger Florence Goldwater, 86, caught bacterial pneumonia just two weeks into the 100-day P&O Cruises trip, her daughter, Rebecca Williams, said according … Read more
Talk about a company wanting their members to go all out for them — literally. A pilates studio called Solidcore is turning heads on social media after revealing they are encouraging members to brand themselves with a tattoo of their logo to celebrate their 10-year anniversary, according to several posts put out by content creators. … Read more