A virus that was thought to affect only animals has been found in a human for the very first time. French authorities announced today (Thursday, October 22) that the Shamonda virus had been detected in a patient in the country. The patient, it’s reported, died earlier this month, after being treated at the Hospices Civils…
President Donald Trump’s health is constantly a topic of debate — not least because the president himself likes to boast about how virile and energetic he still is. But what would actually happen if Trump were to die while in office? Here’s the answer: Donald Trump, the oldest person ever elected U.S. president, is set…
Alan Alda’s Parkinson’s journey began with a surprising moment that he never expected. Long before many people associate the disease with visible tremors, the beloved actor experienced an unusual incident in his sleep that left him wondering what was happening. While dreaming that he was defending himself against an attacker, Alda imagined throwing a sack…
A simple moment of kindness at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport touched millions after waitress Brittany Bell noticed 2-year-old Beckham on the verge of a meltdown. His mom, Chalaine Kilduff, was traveling with her family when Bell walked over, picked up the crying toddler, and offered to get him a treat. Beckham, who was normally very…
A mysterious boat-shaped formation in the mountains of eastern Turkey is once again drawing attention as researchers begin drilling into the site believed by some to be connected to Noah’s Ark. The Durupinar formation, located near Mount Ararat, was first identified in 1959 and has since become the subject of ongoing investigation. Researchers from the…
President Donald Trump on Sunday threatened to ramp up operations against Iran’s energy infrastructure if the regime failed to reach an acceptable peace deal soon, though he also hinted that such a deal is in the offing. “The United States of America is in serious discussions with A NEW, AND MORE REASONABLE, REGIME to end…
Parents know their children will make mistakes, but what matters is how they respond afterward and whether they learn from their actions. Childhood is a time of learning, and consequences are often used to help children understand when their behavior has gone too far. One father took an especially controversial approach after discovering that his…
The stranger pulled out a chair across from me, placed an old photograph on the dinner table, and said six words that made my heart race: “I’m the reason your husband left.” I stared at him, unable to understand what he meant. Just weeks earlier, my husband, Richard, had ended our 22-year marriage, claiming we…
Green, Yellow, or Brown-Spotted Bananas: Which Is Best for Your Health? You reach for a banana at breakfast, but have you ever wondered whether its color changes what happens inside your body? A firm green banana, a bright yellow one, and a soft banana covered in brown spots might look like different versions of the…
My Ex-Husband Announced His Engagement, but My Daughter’s Reaction Revealed the Truth No One Wanted to Admit As a mother, I trusted my instincts, even when I couldn’t explain them. By the time they proved me right, my daughter was already caught in the middle. The living room glowed softly with amber light the night…