Americans are being warned to rethink travel to a sunny Caribbean destination as crime and concerns about terrorism rise. The US Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago announced Thursday that the US Department of State had updated its travel advisory regarding American tourists. The advisory cautions that Americans should “reconsider travel to Trinidad and Tobago due to crime,” citing … Read more
An unusual source of caffeine is whipping up buzz across social media. The drink known as egg coffee, which originates from Vietnam, is made by blending egg yolks with sugar and condensed milk. When the mixture is poured on top of strong Vietnamese coffee, the result is a sweet, fluffy drink that tastes like a dessert — with … Read more
An unusual source of caffeine is whipping up buzz across social media. The drink known as egg coffee, which originates from Vietnam, is made by blending egg yolks with sugar and condensed milk. When the mixture is poured on top of strong Vietnamese coffee, the result is a sweet, fluffy drink that tastes like a dessert — with … Read more
A change at the U.S. Postal Service could ultimately push up your deadline to file taxes. Taxes are due April 15, but if you’re filing by mail, the necessary deadline could actually be as early as April 9, thanks to a little-known switch at the USPS, tax experts warn. In January, the mail service said … Read more
Investigative journalist Chris Hansen warns parents about Roblox, comparing it to an amusement park where “kids are flying off” the rides. The “To Catch a Predator” host sat down for the “Planet Tyrus” podcast to explain his findings and what he claims is a surge of grooming on the site. Hansen noted that the platform’s visual style, which … Read more
We’ve been told that many things increase our risk of dementia — genetics, too much alcohol, not enough exercise, improper nutrition, high blood pressure, the risks go on and on. Neuroscientist Vivienne Ming wants to add one more item to the list — artificial intelligence. Scientists have already sounded the alarm that US dementia cases could … Read more
Brace for delay! A new study has revealed that the increase in seniors taking to the skies could potentially risk the safety of other passengers on board — sparking concerns over whether airlines can continue to meet the required 90-second emergency evacuation mandate. Over the last few decades, the average life expectancy within the United … Read more
Kind words can go a long way, but when it comes to dating, not every compliment is sincere — sometimes it’s a red flag. A new survey by Hily dating app found that more than half of young American women believe that too many compliments early on feels like a red flag. Half of the … Read more
A proposal being weighed by Connecticut lawmakers could change how takeout food is packaged and delivered, and critics say it could affect quality and cost and could even threaten the livelihood of individual restaurant owners, with one saying he could “go broke” as a result. House Bill 5524 would prohibit restaurants and other food service businesses from … Read more
A Pennsylvania teen had to be hospitalized after she sustained “life-altering injuries” while attempting the viral “fire-breathing” challenge circulating on social media. Wilmerding Fire Marshal Al Hussey told KDKA that the unnamed 14-year-old girl had tried to “breathe fire” by drinking isopropyl alcohol while in her apartment complex in Pitcairn, Pittsburgh, CBS News reported. The … Read more
What to expect… when you’re expecting to expect? Social media mamas-to-be are abuzz about “trimester zero,” a pre-pregnancy plan that some experts say is seriously misguided. “Trimester zero is a ‘hot new topic’ in the world of OB and fertility that suggests there’s a critical three-month window before conception where you need to optimize everything — diet, … Read more
B-ware of B7? As if battling cancer wasn’t difficult enough, many patients lose their hair — especially if they are undergoing chemotherapy. These patients have increasingly turned to biotin, also known as vitamin B7 or vitamin H, to boost their hair growth and thickness. Chemotherapy destroys rapidly dividing cancer cells while also damaging healthy cells … Read more
The temperature of the bedroom at night could affect heart health — particularly in older adults. Heat places extra demands on the cardiovascular system, according to Dr. Fergus O’Connor from Griffith University in Queensland, Australia, the lead author of a new study. When the human body is exposed to heat, its reaction is to work harder to … Read more
Deadly drinks? Experts warn that some showy-looking cocktails can have serious consequences — think more undertaker than hangover. In fact, there are multiple examples of they key ingredient sending people to the hospital While liquid nitrogen is routinely added to drinks to create a ‘smoking’ aesthetic, its use in this way requires no training or … Read more
Oscar-nominated actor James Woods delivered a stark warning about artificial intelligence in Hollywood, saying it is not a passing fad but a force that could someday spell the end of human actors. “AI is the end of human actors. I’m adamant about this,” Woods said Sunday on “One Nation with Brian Kilmeade.” “People say, ‘You’re overreacting’… when … Read more
Shine bright this holiday season — just not at the airport. The Transportation Security Administration issued a timely reminder against wearing sparkly clothes while traveling this holiday season. “TSA PSA: The body scanners don’t love sparkles. We don’t want to dull your holiday shine but we don’t recommend wearing your sparkly holiday sweater to the … Read more
As tensions increase between Thailand and Cambodia, the United States government is warning Americans about traveling to the border area of the two countries. The U.S. Embassy in Thailand issued a security alert to American tourists Dec. 16, warning of an “escalation of armed conflict” at the popular Asian destination. “U.S. citizens should avoid all travel within 50 … Read more
Parents are scrambling to secure a cheap generic cancer drug for their children after the Trump administration touted it as a potential treatment for autism symptoms in the fall. “I can’t even tell you how much of an influx we’ve had,” Dr. Richard Frye, a pediatric neurologist who studies the medication, called leucovorin, told The … Read more
That’s one shocking discovery. Something most people probably don’t do enough of is clean their reusable water bottles. While scrubbing them with hot water and soap is beneficial, there could still be sneaky mold hiding in places the naked eye wouldn’t catch. Although some water bottles aren’t designed to be taken apart to clean, one … Read more
It’s snot a good idea — no matter what TikTok tells you. That’s the message from doctors about a viral at-home trend for unclogging stuffed noses, warning it could leave cold and flu sufferers even more miserable than before. “Please don’t do this,” Dr. Madeleine Herman, physician president at the Sinus Center & ENT Specialists … Read more