ST, Removal of a fairly large epidermal cyst on the elbow
Acne, also called acne vulgaris, is a chronic skin condition that develops when dead skin cells and natural oils clog hair follicles. The condition often shows up…
‘Sopranos’ star Jerry Adler dies aged 96
Jerry Adler, best known as Hesh Rabkin on The Sopranos, has died at his New York City home at 96. Born in Brooklyn in 1929, Adler grew…
Camera Captures
A 16-year-old girl traveling from Bristol to London narrowly escaped after being abducted by three young men. Reports say the suspects “threatened and coerced” her, but she…
My SIL Demanded I Give My Late Son’s College Fund to Her Son
Five years after losing their son Robert, Clara and Martin still protect the untouched college fund created for him before birth. To them, it represents “every memory,…
How a Resilient Community Faces Loss and Rebuilds
On June 22, 2025, an EF-1 tornado ripped through Clark Mills, New York, leaving a 2.4-mile path of destruction with winds up to 105 mph. Homes were…
Why One McDonald’s Has Turquoise Arches
If you ever drive through Sedona, Arizona, you’ll find a McDonald’s unlike any other. Instead of the famous golden arches, this one has turquoise arches, making it…
Neighbor finds ‘alien’ object in their backyard that has the internet stumped
A woman’s garden discovery has sparked viral debate online. The object had “an oblong skull, a thin torso, and limb-like extensions resembling arms and legs,” drawing comparisons…
Sarcopenia: Causes of Muscle Loss and Solutions
Do you find stairs, groceries, or gardening harder than before? It may not be “just age.” These changes can point to sarcopenia—“a subtle but serious loss of…
These are the consequences of sleeping with the…
Skin often reflects internal health, and one example is Livedo Reticularis (LR), a vascular disorder appearing as a purplish, lace-like discoloration. While sometimes harmless, it can also…
Slugs: The Surprisingly Important Creatures Beneath Our Feet
Most people see slugs as “slimy, slow-moving” pests, but these creatures play surprising roles in nature and science. In ecosystems, slugs are recyclers. They feed on decaying…