Cassava may not be a regular item in every American kitchen, but around the world it is as common as potatoes or rice. From Brazil to parts of Africa and Southeast Asia, this starchy root shows up in breads, cakes, porridges, and crisp fried side dishes. What many people don’t realize is that cassava has […]
Pat Finn, a familiar face in American television and film, has died at the age of 60, leaving behind a career defined by warmth, reliability, and understated humor. Family members shared that he passed away peacefully at his Los Angeles home on Tuesday morning, surrounded by loved ones. A native of Illinois, Finn had been […]
Making the perfect hard-boiled egg is a skill that seems simple at first glance, but as many of us have experienced, it can sometimes turn into a frustrating game of trial and error. That unfortunate green ring around the yolk—often called a “greenish-gray ring”—is a common sight for anyone who enjoys adding eggs to salads […]
Actress Helen Siff, best known for appearing in films such as The Karate Kid (1984), Don’t Mess with the Zohan (2008), and Hail, Caesar! (2016), has died at the age of 88. Her family confirmed that she passed away in Los Angeles on Thursday, December 18, following a long struggle with what they described as […]
For some, making the bed first thing in the morning seems pointless—especially when energy is already stretched by more pressing tasks like getting dressed, fixing breakfast, or rushing to catch an early commute. For others, it’s a meaningful habit, a simple ritual that helps establish order and sets the mood for a productive day. As […]
As people grow older, changes in intima:cy are common and often misunderstood. Intimacy doesn’t disappear overnight, nor does it always mean sexual activity. It includes touch, emotional closeness, affection, and feeling connected to another person. When intimacy gradually fades with age, the body and mind can experience subtle but meaningful changes. These changes are not […]
World War II Navy veteran Ira “Ike” Schab, one of the dwindling number of survivors of the 1941 Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor, has died. He was 105. Daughter Kimberlee Heinrichs told The Associated Press that Schab died at home early Saturday in the presence of her and her husband. With his passing, there remain […]
Anyone who’s ever dealt with head lice will be painfully aware just how much time and energy it takes to get rid of them. Small wonder, then, that it’s every parent’s worst nightmare to have their children catch lice at school. Sadly, head lice are a prolific problem, and one more difficult to avoid than […]
A Rest That Became Fatal What was supposed to be a moment of warmth between father and son turned into an irreparable tragedy. In Anápolis, 55 km from Goiânia, a baby of only 2 months lost his life accidentally after falling from the arms of his father, who had fallen asleep while holding the child. […]
5.2 Earthquake Hits Near San Diego, Felt as Far as Los Angeles. A 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck near Julian, California, late Monday night, shaking parts of San Diego and even reaching Los Angeles, 120 miles away. Despite the strong tremor, no injuries or damage were reported, according to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department. Residents received […]
Few topics stir as much quiet reflection as what happens after life ends—and how the body should be laid to rest. As cremation becomes more common for practical and cultural reasons, many believers find themselves pausing to ask deeper questions: Does this choice carry spiritual meaning? Does it conflict with faith? The curiosity isn’t about […]
Nationwide — Brandy Allinience, an African American firefighter from Houston, Texas, has sadly passed away from cancer tied to her work, marking the fourth cancer-related death among Houston-area first responders within one month. Her passing highlights a troubling pattern affecting firefighters and police officers across the region. Allinience served as an active firefighter at Houston […]
Life is unpredictable. The truth is that we are never aware of the obstacles and challenges that can get on our way, but what we should never forget is that we must never stop fighting and believing that things would eventually get a turn for the better. Chelsea Hough couldn’t wait to meet her baby. […]
Why the Word “Colonoscopy” Triggers So Much Anxiety For many, just hearing the word “colonoscopy” is enough to trigger fear or anxiety. Due to embarrassment and misconceptions, a significant number of people decide to postpone or forego the examination altogether. Truth is, however, that the procedure is nowhere near as disgusting as — or as […]
Every day, this mother wakes up knowing her child’s life depends on a phone call that still hasn’t come. Her daughter, just five years old, has learned the language of sickness far too early: dialysis, lab results, transplant lists. Yet she still colors pictures for her nurses, still laughs at cartoons, still asks if she’ll […]
Few films command attention the way The Rocky Horror Picture Show does, and it all starts the moment Tim Curry steps out as Dr. Frank-N-Furter. What many fans don’t realize is that Curry didn’t just audition for the role—he was the role. Having already electrified London audiences in nearly 3,000 stage performances, Curry carried Frank-N-Furter […]
Comedy legend Peter Kay has stunned fans by admitting that his newly announced run of gigs “really are the last” he will ever perform. The Car Share creator, 52, opened up about the future of his career during an appearance on Scott Mills’ BBC Radio 2 breakfast show, revealing that even after decades in the […]
Most license plates have one simple purpose: to help identify a vehicle. They go unnoticed on the road and carry numbers and letters that have no meaning other than a simple registration. But some plates tell a bigger story. Among the most significant is the gold star license plate, which is a symbol that embodies overwhelming […]
The savanna stretched wide and golden under the Kenyan sun, a place where life moves in rhythm with the earth. Among the shifting herds of Tsavo East National Park, a young calf wandered close at her mother’s side. Barely a year old, she was still learning the world through her trunk — tugging at grass, […]
Long before Judy Garland became Dorothy, she was a frightened little girl surviving chaos. Her parents’ collapsing marriage, her mother’s ruthless ambition, and a studio system that saw her as a product all combined to fracture her sense of worth. Praised only when she performed, drugged to keep pace with brutal schedules, mocked for her […]