Texas recorded its first locally acquired case of dengue fever this year, state public-health officials said this week. The case was reported in Cameron County, which sits on the Texas-Mexico border with a population of around 425,000 and includes the city of Brownsville. Mosquitos carry the potentially deadly virus. Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto/Shutterstock Last year, the state … Read more
Good gravy. The average American will consume roughly a day’s worth of calories in one sitting this Thanksgiving, according to a new report deboning the nutritional truth about Turkey Day. Researchers at Levity spoke with more than 1,000 eager eaters in an attempt to peek under the proverbial holiday tablecloth — to see what’s shaking and … Read more
Virginia may be for lovers — but Texas is for lovemakers. An OnlyFans star known as “the world’s most sexually active woman” says one Lone Star metropolis boasts America’s most amorous men. Australian-born Annie Knight, 26, traveled to the United States earlier this year, bedding blokes in Boston, Los Angeles, New York, New Orleans and … Read more
This flight ended up looking like a jazzercise class in the sky. A Mexican ex-soap opera star and fitness influencer was ripped online after performing a full “body pump” workout during a long-haul flight. And naturally, fellow passengers didn’t take kindly to her air-obics routine. Barbara de Regil, who regularly shares her workout routines with … Read more
Tis’ the McSeason. McDonald’s has announced the return of the McRib on Tuesday, Dec. 3, for a limited time only at participating locations — with a unique twist for 2024. The news comes as the fast food giant could certainly use a boost — in the past few weeks, the brand has taken a beating over a … Read more
They’d rather Santa be the only one making special deliveries during the holidays. Getting naughty in late March may bring about a not-so-nice surprise for the expecting moms who’ve deemed Christmas “the worst” birthday date for kids. “The results are in, and 40% of moms shared that the worst of the worst birthdays is December 25,” revealed … Read more
No one seemed happier for Paul Skene’s AL Rookie of the Year win than his girlfriend Olivia Dunne – but it didn’t stop things from getting slightly awkward. The LSU gymnast and social media star let out a small celebratory yell and clapped enthusiastically when it was announced on MLB Network that the Pirates ace … Read more
Two-thousand-twenty-four is turning into the Year of the Flop. Expensive comic book movies, starry comedies, Christmas fare, Westerns and auteur-driven sci-fi epics all spectacularly imploded. Major titles played to a couple of dudes who snuck in at 11 a.m. Egos were obliterated. And the downward trend started right away. Bryce Dallas Howard and Sam Rockwell … Read more
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, but Wawa is starting the holiday early. Quick-stop chain Wawa, mainly located on the East Coast, has a very dedicated fanbase, and one of its limited-time sandwiches has an even bigger cult following — including celebrities like “Monsters” actor Evan Peters and retired NFL star Jason Kelce and his … Read more
Thirty-nine percent of Americans said that this is their busiest holiday season yet, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 adults looked at how respondents’ winter social calendars have evolved from last year. Although many are feeling busier than ever, Americans are slowing down compared to last holiday season: on average, respondents will attend … Read more
He’s a real conifer-sseur. A visit to the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree — dizzyingly tall, dazzlingly lit — is one of NYC’s most treasured holiday rituals. And behind every sky-high stunner chopped down and brought into the Big Apple to make spirits bright at Christmastime stands just one man with an eye for perfection — most likely … Read more
Prince William has shared a welcome update on his wife, Kate Middleton, as she gears up to return to public-facing duties in full following her cancer diagnosis. The Princess of Wales, 42, has spent much of this year behind closed doors following her abdominal surgery in January which was closely followed by her cancer diagnosis … Read more
Sounds like a certain little hippo deserves a big raise. Thailand was just named ‘destination of the year’ for 2025 by the experts at Travel + Leisure — who cited the country’s “rich cultural heritage, dynamic culinary scene, and a seamless blend of tradition with modern innovation.” The top award, handed out to one lucky … Read more
Prince William has spoken out about the “brutal” 2024 he has endured, describing it as “the hardest year of my life” following the cancer diagnoses of his father, King Charles III, and his wife, Kate Middleton. Speaking to reporters on the final day of his visit to South Africa, which hosted his annual Earthshot Prize … Read more
A new study has found seven in 10 Americans have had their travel plans go wrong within the past year. The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults who have traveled in the last 12 months found 46% have had flights delayed or canceled, 28% have lost their luggage, 15% have had their reservations changed without notice … Read more
Queen Mary of Denmark jetted off on a vacation without her husband, King Frederik X, one year after his alleged affair. The Australian-born royal, 52, was seen enjoying a day at Balmoral Beach in Sydney, Australia, with pals and her youngest daughter, Princess Josephine. It marks her first trip since assuming the throne alongside her … Read more
Forget “brat summer” or “brat autumn” — it’s the year of “brat,” period. That title has been made official as Collins Dictionary crowned “brat” — which is associated with chaotic behavior — the word of the year, with a nod to the acid-green Charli XCX record. “Inspired by the Charli XCX album, ‘brat’ has become … Read more
Country sensation Oliver Anthony has decided to leave the music industry. In a lengthy YouTube video this week, the 32-year-old, whose real name is Christopher Anthony Lunsford and who rose to fame a year ago with his hit song “Rich Men North of Richmond,” sat in a wooded area with his two dogs opining on life … Read more
Have you voted on how to handle politics with your loved ones this holiday season? As the country is divided on the current election, so are many couples and families. And the heat from the debates is likely to linger well past Nov. 5. After all, Americans today can’t stand a partner who doesn’t check … Read more
The Chandler Bing to her Monica Geller. Courteney Cox paid tribute to former “Friends” co-star Matthew Perry one year after his unexpected death. Cox, 60, posted two throwback pictures of herself and the late actor via Instagram on Oct. 29. The first photo showed the pair smiling in front of the paparazzi. The second was … Read more