The U.S. State Department recently issued a Level 2 travel advisory, warning travelers to exercise increased caution in the Turks and Caicos Islands due to crime. The alert comes as the islands prepare for spring break visitors. Most crime in the British Overseas Territory, located in the Atlantic Ocean nearly 600 miles southeast of Miami and just south of Bermuda, … Read more
There’s nothing better than watching a slab of fresh butter soften and sizzle as you circle it around the skillet. If just the thought of it makes you jump with ghee, you butter beware — that innocent little rectangle could be melting your chances at longevity. A new study in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine … Read more
This trend is nuts. People are eating biodegradable packing peanuts under the assumption that they are edible — much to experts’ dismay. On TikTok, online shoppers claim that the biodegradable packing peanuts make for the perfect “bedtime snack,” arguing that the foam pieces are completely edible because they dissolve in their mouths. Experts warn that, … Read more
Love is in the air. A pilot left a note at the airport for an unsuspecting passenger, but his delivery didn’t exactly make for a smooth landing when the influencer shared the love letter on social media. Steph Bohrer, 23, was at an airport when a pilot “just placed” a brown paper dinner napkin next … Read more
DEAR ABBY: This year was our high school class’s 50th reunion. My husband and I graduated together from the same school. We have attended every reunion, and at each one of them received the same reactions from classmates. They always talk to my husband, shake his hand or hug him, but look at my name … Read more
A tourist in Bali had his visitor visa revoked after he was caught hiking a cultural and spiritual site without a guide. Mount Agung, located in Karangasem Regency, in the northeast corner of Bali, is considered a dwelling place of the gods. Hikers – whether locals or internationals, must be accompanied by a guide on … Read more
Red-light therapy has emerged as a major beauty trend in the last couple of years, with fans touting its ability to give their face a youthful, blemish-free glow. The treatment uses low levels of red light to penetrate deep into the skin to stimulate the production of collagen, reduce redness and inflammation, lessen the appearance … Read more
A new version of Monopoly has been released — and there’s no math needed. Hasbro announced an updated version of the beloved board game that replaces cash and the banker with a mobile app that handles all of the transactions for you. A smartphone or tablet will take over the banker role through Monopoly App … Read more
Looking to cruise your way into a longer life? The MV Narrative just might steer you in the right direction. The floating luxury community from Storylines aims to become the world’s first “blue zone” at sea, inspired by the diet, exercise and lifestyle habits of regions known for their exceptional longevity. To that end, they … Read more
It’s a Nessie business. Officials at a museum dedicated to Loch Ness, the world-renowned body of water in Scotland home to the so-called “Loch Ness Monster,” have announced the first potential sighting of the elusive beast in 2025. Photos showing a “black mass” slithering underneath the chilly waters of the famous lake were handed over … Read more