Planning a sunny getaway? You might want to pack a mosquito net. Health experts are warning about an emerging threat making waves in popular vacation destinations, as cases of the Oropouche virus have been reported in US and Canadian travelers returning from Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba and Peru. While much about the tropical disease remains … Read more
A class of drugs commonly used to treat movement disorders like Parkinson’s disease and restless leg syndrome is pushing people into risky sexual behavior. Patients taking dopamine agonists say the drugs have triggered uncontrollable impulses, including flashing, sex addiction and even pedophilia — leaving them struggling with feelings of shame and confusion. Reports reviewed by … Read more
Forget “naughty” and “nice” — Santa should probably be checking twice for “nauseous” and “feverish.” Unfortunately, the many men donning Santa suits every December don’t have the power to know where viruses might be lurking, inspiring one doctor — and sometimes Santa Claus — to publish his warnings about “Sick Santa Syndrome” in a 1986 medical … Read more
Kerry Washington had to warn the White House about what became her breakout TV role. The actress, 47, revealed on “The View” Wednesday that she called Barack Obama’s administration during his presidency to let them know about her role in “Scandal.” “I had to call Valerie Jarrett, who worked for the Obamas, and say, ‘I … Read more
Meghan Trainor claims “nobody warned me” before she went a little too far with Botox, which left her unable to smile. The 30-year-old pop singer made a cheerful comeback during a recent interview, noting that she was now able to smile “a little bit.” “The movement is coming back,” she shared on Today. “I got … Read more
Drew Barrymore and Cynthia Erivo get candid on physical communication. The “Wicked” star, 37, explained on Tuesday’s episode of “The Drew Barrymore Show” why she and costar Ariana Grande, 31, are continuously in close physical contact and how they use it as a way to deliver messages to each other during subtly during conversations. “Is it true that [Grande] is as touchy? I’m … Read more
His royal rules. King Charles offered up a candid piece of marriage advice to his eldest son, Prince William, according to a royal author. The monarch, 76, has been married to Queen Camilla since 2005 — but their relationship timeline wasn’t all that straightforward. “[His father] said, ‘Look, William, there’s nothing more important than your … Read more
Netflix and steal. Techsperts are warning Netflix subscribers about a “very large” cyber scam in which criminals hijack important financial info by sending people bogus messages. “These SMS scare campaigns targeting Netflix customers have become ubiquitous and never stop, but they vary in size and scope,” warned security firm Bitdefender, per tech site Cybernews. The … Read more
Don’t get prechecked by crooks. Experts are alerting travelers about the latest scheme that could steal your personal information and empty your bank accounts. Scammers are emailing frequent flyers about signing up for TSA PreCheck, an expedited screening program that assesses passengers’ risk before check-in, ahead of the hectic holiday travel season. Scammers are emailing … Read more
“One Tree Hill” star Bethany Joy Lenz says she was given a straightforward synopsis of the hit teen drama series before her final audition. Lenz, 43, who payed the role of Haley James Scott, claims she had an awkward phone call conversation with her manager just hours before her last chemistry read for the show. … Read more
Phone scams have been around for a while, but recent advancements in artificial intelligence technology is making it easier for bad actors to convince people they have kidnapped their loved ones. Scammers are using AI to replicate the voices of people’s family members in fake kidnapping schemes that convince victims to send money to the … Read more
Jennifer Lopez admitted she took a career risk when she became a judge on “American Idol.” The “Dance Again” singer, 55, looked back on the time she spent working on the Fox singing competition series in a conversation with comedian Nikki Glaser for Interview Magazine. “I’ll do things that could be risky because I believe … Read more
A 2011 video of Justin Bieber and Sean “Diddy” Combs on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” has resurfaced in the wake of the rapper’s arrest for alleged sex trafficking and racketeering. The clip begins with host Jimmy Kimmel asking the pair what their friendship is like and if they are working on music together. “I think that we have become … Read more
This queen was somewhat uneasy about her best friend’s king. Sources told Page Six in May that Leah Remini reconnected with her former best friend Jennifer Lopez after news of the pop star’s issues with Ben Affleck surfaced. “The King of Queens” alum, 54, and the “On the Floor” singer, 55, originally had a falling out over Lopez’s marriage to Affleck. Leah … Read more
“Austin Powers” star Heather Graham hasn’t spoken to her parents in almost 30 years. Graham recalled leaving home at 18 to move to West Hollywood, California, to follow her dreams of becoming part of the entertainment industry. At the time, her father warned her that Hollywood would “claim [her] soul.” “He regularly told me that the … Read more
Looking back, many stars warned Jennifer Lopez about her second act with Ben Affleck. After the 55-year-old star filed for divorce from Affleck after two years of marriage on Tuesday, a conversation between Lopez and Jane Fonda has resurfaced. In the Prime video documentary, “The Greatest Love Story Never Told,” Fonda told Lopez, “I want you to know that — I don’t … Read more
Starbucks is being urged to brew up ways to expedite wait times. There’s nothing worse than a barista backup during morning rush — and as Starbucks sales sink in 2024, experts are urging the coffee giant to speed up the process to boost customer loyalty. The coffee roaster reported plummeting profits for the first time in … Read more
Prince Harry has been warned to avoid writing a second book that’s a follow-up to his tell-all memoir, “Spare.” Following the release of his protocol-shattering book in January last year, the Duke of Sussex revealed that he has enough content to write more books about his experience growing up as a royal. Harry, 39, said … Read more
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been urged to stop “monetizing” their links to the Windsor clan if they ever want to be welcomed back into the royal fold. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have clung onto their royal titles despite sensationally quitting royal life in 2020. Soon after settling down in Montecito, California, … Read more
If you sea something, say something. Fishermen are being instructed to kill an invasive, predatory fish with the potential to devastate local ecosystems. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is warning folks to be on the lookout for the northern snakehead, a marine animal indigenous to Asia that has been spotted in US waters. As … Read more