Let’s hop on a cull. An alligator might eat your pet, but there’s a much sneakier predator lurking out there, waiting to harm your furriest family members — if you live in waterlogged Southern Florida, that is. Particularly during the rainy season, four-legged friends in the Sunshine State are under threat from an invasive species known … Read more
There are specific things you put into a hotel safe upon arrival, such as passports, wallets, jewelry and other valuables. But there’s one thing that everyone should store there that wouldn’t naturally cross your mind: a shoe. A flight attendant named Esther shares travel hacks on her TikTok account, which is where she revealed this … Read more
With the arrival of a new, highly contagious fungal infection in NYC, health experts are sharing what you need to know to keep yourself safe. An unidentified NYC man in his 30s was diagnosed with the first US-reported case of Trichophyton mentagrophytes type VII (TMVII), a rare, sexually transmitted form of ringworm. Details of his … Read more
The filmmaker talks about the inspirations for the characters in “Megalopolis” and “The Godfather,” and responds to recent allegations. Source link #Francis #Ford #Coppola #Artist #Safe
At 17, Israel McKenzie was so burdened by obesity that he stopped going to high school in person and was embarrassed to speak to people at his restaurant job. “I was in a really dark place,” says McKenzie, whose weight had climbed to 335 pounds on his 6-foot-1 frame, despite repeated efforts to diet and … Read more
As the weather warms and the days lengthen, many among us head to the nearest body of water — and reach for the booze when we get there. Be it a beer, a seltzer, a shot of warm whiskey, or a poolside margarita, few things sound as enticing as unwinding under the sun with a … Read more
Sophie Turner is finally opening up about her split from Joe Jonas. The “Game of Thrones” alum, 28, told British Vogue how she struggled with the intense media frenzy over her marriage after Jonas, 34, filed for divorce in September 2023. “I mean, those were the worst few days of my life,” Turner, who shares daughters … Read more
Brrrrring on the hypothermia? Cold plunges are all the rage — Scheana Shay, 39, was spotted slipping into a backyard tub on the latest season of “Vanderpump Rules” and Courteney Cox, 59, recently revealed her love of frigid baths — but there are some health risks you should know about before taking the plunge. “Assuming … Read more
Got milk? The Food and Drug Administration announced this week that traces of bird flu have been found in samples of pasteurized milk obtained from grocery shelves, leaving consumers wondering if they should toss their jugs. But the FDA and the US Department of Agriculture claim that the commercial milk supply is safe because of … Read more
Watch out for this rat pack. Leptospirosis cases are on the rise, and after a health advisory was issued on Friday, New Yorkers are on high alert for the frightening disease that’s carried in rat urine. While a few cases each year are nothing to squeak about, 2023 reported 24 cases — the highest yet. … Read more
If Friday morning’s 4.8 earthquake surprised you, there’s a chance your furry friends were trying to warn you ahead of time. It’s widely believed that pets are actually able to predict earthquakes — a phenomenon called Seismic Escape Response — and science has even suggested that animals can feel the Earth shift before humans do. … Read more
It was Jan. 18, 2011, in Phoenix, Ariz., and Peter Forcelli, a special agent for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), picked up a 911 call about a robbery in progress. When he arrived at the scene, it was obvious something horrible had happened. “As we stepped through the doorway, the tang … Read more
This one’s pure filth. The 2024 “Dirty Dozen” list was released this week — this year’s edition of the annual roundup of the 12 fruits and vegetables packing the most pesticides names and shames everyday faves likes spinach, blueberries, apples and strawberries. According to the Environmental Working Group, a nonprofit advocating for a cleaner food supply, … Read more
Fishy fad or nutritious treasure trove? Experts aren’t sure about sea moss. Sea moss is the hottest wellness product beloved by A-listers and touted by TikTokers who consume heaping spoonfuls of the neon blue gelatinous goo while hawking its health benefits. Sold by upper-crust grocers like Erewhon, the algae is available dried, mixed into gummy … Read more
This will put a bad taste in your mouth. New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that, from 2015 to 2020, 214 enteric disease outbreaks — caused by pathogens including E. coli, campylobacter or shigella — and more than 2,000 cases of illness were associated with drinking water, 80% of which were linked … Read more
The “bogan” conduct of a Queensland couple at the movies has sparked horror online – and once again brought the question of whether it’s ever socially acceptable to bare your feet in the presence of strangers to the fore. TikTok user Timothy Entwistle shared footage – emphasis on the … “foot” – of the pair’s depraved behavior … Read more
Taylor Swift’s concert has exposed a great Australian tradition and a $25.00 skirt has driven home the point. The megastar took over Australia in recent weeks, with three sold-out shows at Melbourne’s MCG and four at Sydney’s Accor stadium. Hundreds of thousands of fans attended her epic three and-a-half hour concerts, which caused mass hysteria … Read more
Perfection isn’t a priority for mother-of-two Chevonne Dixon. Sure, the Long Islander expects her kids, a 17-year-old son and a 13-year-old daughter, to do their best in school. But when the daily grind becomes a bit too overwhelming for her honors students, the millennial mom grants them a mental health day away from the classroom … Read more
What the cluck? Ina Garten ignited something of a debate this week after dishing up what some considered to be half-baked advice to her fans on Instagram. The criticism showered down like so much freshly-ground pepper after the Barefoot Contessa recommended slightly undercooking chicken, in order to avoid serving dry meat at the dinner table. … Read more
The camera never lies — but this travel photographer says lying is sometimes the best way to protect herself when she explores the globe solo. “Always trust your instincts and tell lies if you need to,” advises Rebecca Tribelhorn, 32, who has visited over 40 countries, from Ireland to Mexico. Tribelhorn, who hails from Oregon, … Read more