Stephen A. Smith clashes with ex-ESPN colleague over why men are silent on trans athletes in sports

Stephen A. Smith clashes with ex-ESPN colleague over why men are silent on trans athletes in sports

Former ESPN colleagues Stephen A. Smith and Sage Steele reunited on her podcast to discuss a plethora of issues, one of which was transgender athletes competing in women’s sports. The discussion got rather contentious at first, as Steele asked Smith why it took him “three years” to speak out, but Smith clarified that he spoke … Read more

Deaths from a silent disease have quadrupled among young US women, study shows

Deaths from a silent disease have quadrupled among young US women, study shows

It’s called the silent killer for a reason. Heart health is a large indicator of overall health and mortality, with heart disease being the leading cause of death for men and women. But women have been increasingly at risk of dying from one complication over the years, according to new research. Heart disease is the … Read more

Easy ‘silent’ TikTok trend is actually great for heart health

Easy ‘silent’ TikTok trend is actually great for heart health

Shhh — the secret’s out! Experts say a TikTok fitness trend that prioritizes the sound of silence can support heart health. “Silent walking” is the practice of stepping out without the distractions of devices or music. Devotees of the “rawdogging” movement maintain that it is a whole-body boon that builds mindfulness, awareness and intentionality. “Silent … Read more

Forget the scale — 5 ‘silent’ health numbers everyone should track

Forget the scale — 5 ‘silent’ health numbers everyone should track

Step on the scale lately? Chances are, you know exactly how much you weigh — and you probably remember if you have high blood pressure or your cholesterol is off from your last check-up. But there are some less obvious metrics that can tell you a whole lot about your health and are worth keeping … Read more

Drugs like Ozempic can increase your risk of a silent but serious health issue by 30%

Drugs like Ozempic can increase your risk of a silent but serious health issue by 30%

A bone-crushing side effect? The benefits of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic are myriad, from weight loss to improved cardiovascular health to potentially preventing dementia, lowering the risk of depression, and reducing the intensity of migraines. However, new research suggests these wildly popular meds could substantially raise your risk of developing a different serious condition. The research team … Read more

Nearly 90% of adults have some form of this silent disease: ‘Should ring alarm bells’

Nearly 90% of adults have some form of this silent disease: ‘Should ring alarm bells’

Heart disease and stroke deaths are falling in the US — but there’s a quiet health threat that’s spreading fast and putting millions at risk. In fact, the problem has grown so widespread that the condition landed its own chapter in the American Heart Association’s 2026 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics Update, released Wednesday. The … Read more

The ‘silent killer’ you’ve probably never heard of — about 85% of people with it are undiagnosed

The ‘silent killer’ you’ve probably never heard of — about 85% of people with it are undiagnosed

When it comes to heart health, heart attacks tend to get the spotlight. While 805,000 people die from heart attacks every year in the US, there’s a lifelong genetic disorder that could be lurking in the background, going completely undiagnosed. It’s even been dubbed a “silent killer,” taking the lives of young people who appear … Read more

This ‘silent epidemic’ among men can lead to esophageal cancer — here are 7 steps to protect yourself

This ‘silent epidemic’ among men can lead to esophageal cancer — here are 7 steps to protect yourself

While gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) affects both men and women, men tend to experience more severe symptoms and complications. Studies show that men have higher acid exposure and are nearly twice as likely to develop Barrett’s esophagus, a condition that can lead to esophageal cancer if left untreated. Esophageal cancer is up to nine times more common in men, … Read more

Announcers go silent after sexual act caught on camera during A’s-Rangers game

Announcers go silent after sexual act caught on camera during A’s-Rangers game

Some things can shock you into silence. And when you’re on a broadcast, the silence can be awkward… for you and the hundreds of thousands — if not millions — listening. We were reminded of that during the top of the fifth inning between the Texas Rangers and the Athletics as a camera cut to a … Read more

This hidden heart condition is known as a ‘silent killer’ — how to know if you need treatment, even with no symptoms

This hidden heart condition is known as a ‘silent killer’ — how to know if you need treatment, even with no symptoms

Time for a heart-to-heart. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the US, killing more Americans than cancer and unintentional injuries — including car crashes, falls and overdoses — combined. You’ve probably heard of heart attacks, strokes and heart failure, but there’s a lesser-known, dangerous condition that’s often referred to as a “silent … Read more

This must-have tool can prevent a silent, stealthy disease — every woman over 30 should know about it

This must-have tool can prevent a silent, stealthy disease — every woman over 30 should know about it

It’s time to get hip to this bone density and body composition test. Osteoporosis may seem like an old person’s problem — the “silent” condition gradually reduces bone mass and density, making your inner scaffolding weaker, thinner and more prone to fractures. The disease is actually becoming increasingly common among younger people due to poor … Read more

Princess Diana’s lookalike niece Lady Eliza Spencer gets engaged — but dad Charles Spencer remains silent amid rumored rift

Princess Diana’s lookalike niece Lady Eliza Spencer gets engaged — but dad Charles Spencer remains silent amid rumored rift

Lady Eliza Spencer is engaged! Eliza, who is the lookalike niece of the late Princess Diana, revealed Thursday that her longtime boyfriend, Channing Millerd, had finally popped the all-important question after a decade of dating. The aristocrat, 33, announced the exciting news with a series of loved-up images from the special moment — which took … Read more

Why Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson kept silent on Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce trip

Why Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson kept silent on Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce trip

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s love story is theirs to tell. That’s the message pals Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson drove home Monday on the latest installment of their “Calm Down” podcast, days after the Chiefs tight end posted a handful of Instagram photos of the group’s offseason getaway with the pop superstar. “When the … Read more

Bartenders’ silent message to drunk patrons sparks heated viral debate

Bartenders’ silent message to drunk patrons sparks heated viral debate

Bartenders are discreetly telling intoxicated customers they’re cut off for the night — stirring up heated debate online.  Some workers are giving out printed cards that say, “You have been cut off,” letting patrons know they won’t be served any more alcohol, according to photos shared on social media platforms.  “Please leave quietly and no … Read more

Tyler Perry’s accuser breaks silence weeks after $250M sexual assault suit: ‘I couldn’t stay silent anymore’

Tyler Perry’s accuser breaks silence weeks after 0M sexual assault suit: ‘I couldn’t stay silent anymore’

“The Oval” actor Derek Dixon has broken his silence after accusing Hollywood filmmaker Tyler Perry of sexual assault and harassment in a bombshell $250 million lawsuit last month. “I couldn’t just let him get away with this,” Dixon told The Hollywood Reporter. “Everyone deserves to go to work and do their job without their boss trying … Read more

Tired all the time? It may be this silent but serious health issue

Tired all the time? It may be this silent but serious health issue

Your enduring weariness could be a symptom of something more devastating. In a study published this month in Neurology, researchers found a link between lingering fatigue and a transient ischemic attack (TIA), commonly known as a “mini stroke.” So how worried do you need to be? TIA patients may suffer more long-term effects, including exhaustion. Prostock-studio – … Read more

Experts say these are the red flags that may indicate you’re in a ‘silent divorce’

Experts say these are the red flags that may indicate you’re in a ‘silent divorce’

You may still be wearing a wedding ring — but if you feel more like a roommate than a romantic partner, experts say your marriage might already be toast. The phrase “silent divorce” refers to couples who stay under the same roof, but their emotional connection is long gone. Relationship pros say couples often stick … Read more

Gal Gadot ‘shocked’ at the hate she got for publicly defending Israel: ‘I could not be silent’

Gal Gadot ‘shocked’ at the hate she got for publicly defending Israel: ‘I could not be silent’

Gal Gadot is doubling down on her support for Israel in its war against Hamas — revealing she’s “shocked” at the response she received after speaking out. The “Snow White” star, 39, is from Petah Tikva, Israel, and addressed the controversy her comments made following the Oct. 7, 2023 massacre. “I was shocked by the … Read more

Harris’ Hollywood pals radio silent after Trump victory — they can’t ‘afford’ to lose fans: expert

Harris’ Hollywood pals radio silent after Trump victory — they can’t ‘afford’ to lose fans: expert

It’s been a week since Donald Trump declared victory over Vice President Harris in the 2024 presidential election. While many celebrities have shared their thoughts on the president-elect, some have seemingly remained notably silent.  In the weeks leading up to the election, stars such as Oprah Winfrey, Taylor Swift, Jennifer Lopez, George Clooney, Beyoncé, Bruce Springsteen, Arnold Schwarzenegger, … Read more

What is ‘silent firing’? All about the ‘quiet quitting’ clapback that is blamed on AI

What is ‘silent firing’? All about the ‘quiet quitting’ clapback that is blamed on AI

As workers worry that they could lose their jobs to AI in the future, some experts claim it’s already happening. Instead of letting their employees “quiet quit,” employers are “silent firing,” or making the roles so hard that workers quit and, subsequently, are replaced by artificial intelligence. George Kailas, the CEO of Prospero.Ai and Fast … Read more