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Latest COVID vaccine may have unexpected health benefit, study suggests

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Latest COVID vaccine may have unexpected health benefit, study suggests

The latest COVID-19 vaccine (2024-2025) has been linked to fewer serious heart-related events among US veterans. New research confirmed a small reduction in COVID-related cardiovascular events, or COVID-19-associated MACE, due to the vaccine. MACE (major adverse cardiovascular events) is a composite measure of serious heart-related outcomes. It typically includes cardiovascular death, heart attack and stroke, and may also include … Read more

Music has emerged as the World Cup’s unexpected star — and every nation has its own soundtrack

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Music has emerged as the World Cup’s unexpected star — and every nation has its own soundtrack

We all know the names Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappe, and Haaland, but at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, music has become one of the tournament’s most unexpected stars. Goals are now followed by carefully selected anthems blasting through stadium speakers. After victories, the winning team and their supporters have their own soundtrack they sing together. Players … Read more

Viva monoculture! How the Knicks brought an unexpected second victory to NYC

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Viva monoculture! How the Knicks brought an unexpected second victory to NYC

The Knicks proved that monoculture isn’t a dirty word. For the first time in their lives, New York City’s Gen Z population experienced a truly unifying common cultural experience over the course of the team’s playoff and championship runs, flooding the streets of the five boroughs in celebration of each win — but especially the final … Read more

Sherwin-Williams picks drab shade as ‘Loneliest Color’ for 2026: ‘Overlooked and unexpected’

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Sherwin-Williams picks drab shade as ‘Loneliest Color’ for 2026: ‘Overlooked and unexpected’

LeBron James has taken the “loneliest color” and made it an admirable hue. Offbeat Green SW 7606, the least-used paint color of Sherwin-Williams’ collection, has been named The Loneliest Color of 2026. Its greenish-yellow shade is described as an “earthy, lime green” in attempts to embellish the lackluster hue. Sherwin-Williams markets The Loneliest Color as … Read more

An unexpected early warning sign of cognitive decline may be hiding in plain sight

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An unexpected early warning sign of cognitive decline may be hiding in plain sight

Vital clues about how well the brain is aging may already be at our fingertips. A new study out of Portugal found that the speed at which older adults are able to perform a basic, everyday task could be a powerful indicator of cognitive decline. The findings suggest it may one day serve as a … Read more

The unexpected health benefits of a ‘hockey butt’ — and how to get it

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The unexpected health benefits of a ‘hockey butt’ — and how to get it

Boys like big butts, and they cannot lie. Thanks to shows like “Heated Rivalry,” which gave ample screen time to the derrière, men aren’t aiming for washboard abs or bulging biceps at the gym — it’s all about thick thighs and a “hockey butt.” The obsession with a bootylicious behind extends beyond aesthetics. Turns out … Read more

Sleeping with more than one pillow may have an unexpected health risk

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Sleeping with more than one pillow may have an unexpected health risk

Talk about a slumber setback. It’s not just when you go to bed, but how your head hits the pillow that can significantly influence several aspects of your well-being, from breathing and digestion to spine alignment. And while many prefer two pillows to get a good night’s rest, some people may want to reconsider that … Read more

Doctor accidentally fixes patient’s irregular heartbeat — by sticking a finger in a very unexpected place

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Doctor accidentally fixes patient’s irregular heartbeat — by sticking a finger in a very unexpected place

That’s one way to make your heart jump — or slow it down, in one man’s case. Walking home one night, a 29-year-old man from Queens started experiencing heart palpitations at 140 beats per minute (bpm), far higher than the average resting heart rate of 60 to 100 bpm. But when he was admitted to the hospital, … Read more

The unexpected effect that Ozempic, GLP-1 drugs may have on your marriage, study shows

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The unexpected effect that Ozempic, GLP-1 drugs may have on your marriage, study shows

The exploding popularity of GLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic and Wegovy is often hailed as a public health triumph, but one potential side effect may be flying under the radar. The risk of divorce increases as weight drops, according to historical data from bariatric surgery patients. Some experts believe that the same pattern could occur as … Read more

Nutella gets unexpected NASA plug with jar floating in zero gravity during Artemis II livestream

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Nutella gets unexpected NASA plug with jar floating in zero gravity during Artemis II livestream

Nutella superfans already know the chocolate-hazelnut spread tastes out of this world — now, it’s actually traveled there. In what some internet users are calling “the greatest free advertising moment in history,” per Fox News, a tub of the tasty treat was recently seen defying gravity aboard NASA’s Artemis II mission while moving across the … Read more

ESPN laying off 30 employees after ‘unexpected revenue dip’

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ESPN laying off 30 employees after ‘unexpected revenue dip’

ESPN will carry out cuts to nearly 30 employees in the coming weeks, primarily in off-camera departments, John Ourand of Puck Media reports. The latest round of layoffs is partly due to the World Wide Leader’s carriage dispute with YouTube TV, which caused an “unexpected revenue dip last fall.” ESPN’s linear channels went dark for … Read more

Sideline reporter Taryn Hatcher lands unexpected new gig after shocking NBC Sports shakeup

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Sideline reporter Taryn Hatcher lands unexpected new gig after shocking NBC Sports shakeup

Taryn Hatcher, a former Phillies sideline reporter, has landed with The CW after being let go by NBC Sports Philadelphia, she shared with The Philadelphia Inquirer. Hatcher, who joined The CW broadcast team earlier this month as part of its coverage of the Professional Bowlers Association, called it “the perfect fit opportunity” during a recent … Read more

Scientists discover unexpected benefit to masturbating — but just for men

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Scientists discover unexpected benefit to masturbating — but just for men

Fellas, you might want to pencil in a little “me” time.  A new study found that masturbation comes with more perks than just the rush of feel-good endorphins after an orgasm. This time, it’s all about what’s going on behind the scenes with your swimmers. Masturbation has been linked to a range of physical and … Read more

California’s best sandwich shop revealed — but there’s an unexpected twist

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California’s best sandwich shop revealed — but there’s an unexpected twist

A Los Angeles sandwich shop has been crowned the best in California — but fans of cold cuts should cover their eyes. Maciel’s Plant Butcher, which whips up vegan-only creations in Highland Park, was named tops in the Golden State and fifth-best in America, according to a recent ranking by Only In Your State. The … Read more

The strange and unexpected baby name trends taking over 2026

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The strange and unexpected baby name trends taking over 2026

Forget Junior and Jennifer — 2026 parents are paging through fantasy novels, binging anime, and rewinding reality TV to find baby names that feel like an escape hatch from real life. According to baby-naming bible Nameberry, moms- and dads-to-be are ditching traditional monikers and chasing names that sound magical, mythical, nostalgic — or straight out … Read more

Traditional Brazilian plant shows unexpected strength against arthritis: research

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Traditional Brazilian plant shows unexpected strength against arthritis: research

A plant used in Brazilian medicine has scientific potential to help people with arthritis and other inflammatory conditions. Researchers tested Joseph’s Coat (Alternanthera littoralis) in lab studies and found it reduced swelling, protected joint tissue, and appeared safe at the doses used. Joseph’s Coat grows naturally along Brazil’s coast. Local communities have traditionally used it to … Read more

Seniors taking multiple medications may suffer unexpected health effects: study

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Seniors taking multiple medications may suffer unexpected health effects: study

Older adults discharged from hospitals on multiple medications are less likely to regain independence during rehabilitation, a new study suggests. The Japanese study, published in the journal BMC Geriatrics Dec. 17, explored the effects of polypharmacy — defined as taking six or more regular medications on a regular basis — at a convalescent rehabilitation hospital in Japan. … Read more

Is it really cheaper to visit Disney Tokyo than its US parks? Inside the viral question — and its unexpected answer

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Is it really cheaper to visit Disney Tokyo than its US parks? Inside the viral question — and its unexpected answer

The magic of Disney’s got nothin’ on cold, hard math. Disney fanatics are crunching the numbers: Is it really cheaper to visit their Tokyo park than the entertainment juggernaut’s US destinations? Depends on a variety of factors —- like hotel choice, origin of departure, airfare and time of year — not to mention how you’d … Read more

Kate Middleton makes emotional plea about addiction in powerful message — with an unexpected signature

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Kate Middleton makes emotional plea about addiction in powerful message — with an unexpected signature

Kate Middleton wants to end the “stigma” around addiction. The Princess of Wales, 43, marked the start of Addiction Awareness Week in the UK on Monday with a rare personal statement where she showed support for people battling addiction and called on others to do the same. “This Addiction Awareness Week, I am, as always, … Read more

This unexpected European city tops list for stress-free getaways: new data

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This unexpected European city tops list for stress-free getaways: new data

Looking for a quick escape that feels like a break? According to LateRooms’ new Easy Breaks Index, the best stress-free city to visit right now may not even be on your radar. The index compared 50 popular European cities by flight time, airport-transfer cost and duration, average hotel prices, and how travelers rated each city’s … Read more