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Ex-Walmart Employee Sends New Warning to Shoppers Shutterstock Shopping at Walmart allows you to find the items that you need, all at affordable prices. No matter what you’re in the market for, this retailer offers a range of name-brand and generic products, selling everything from tomatoes to televisions. But an added perk of modern-day shopping at Walmart is the ability to go through self-checkout, meaning you can scan, bag, and pay for your shopping haul without having to wait in line for a cashier....

January 15, 2026 · 4 min · 690 words · Antonio Grev

Experts Warn Against These 5 “Dangerous” Mistakes When Taking Supplements

Experts Warn Against These 5 “Dangerous” Mistakes When Taking Supplements Shutterstock Supplements can be a useful weapon in your wellness arsenal—but there are caveats. “The truth is, supplements can be harmful when they are not medically necessary or provide no therapeutic benefit,” says Lisa Marsh , MS, RD, LD, CNSC, via Baylor Scott & White Health. “There is also the risk of interactions, which can cause any medications you’re taking to lose their effectiveness, or cause unwanted, even harmful side effects....

January 15, 2026 · 4 min · 693 words · Terrence Garcia

Family Dollar Closed 400 Stores For Rodents Last Year—And It Just Closed Another

Family Dollar Closed 400 Stores for Rodents Last Year—And It Just Closed Another Shutterstock With prices still high across the board, far more of us are relying on dollar stores these days. But while these retailers offer consistently low prices, several popular discount chains have been called out for concerning store conditions over the last year. Both Dollar General and Dollar Tree have been hit with hefty fines for hazards such as blocked exit routes and unsafely stacked boxes ....

January 15, 2026 · 4 min · 803 words · David Fitzgerald

Fda Investigating Salmonella Outbreak Tied To Trader Joe’S Basil Sold In 29 States

FDA Investigating Salmonella Outbreak Tied to Trader Joe’s Basil Sold in 29 States Melica / Shutterstock We’ve heard a lot about foodborne illness outbreaks in 2024. In January, Walmart shoppers were warned about potential Listeria contamination from recalled salad kits, dressing, and dips, while Salmonella was a concern for shoppers who bought meat at Sam’s Club . Last month, Trader Joe’s also voluntarily recalled certain cashews due to potential Salmonella contamination—and it appears the grocery chain is now dealing with a similar problem....

January 15, 2026 · 3 min · 632 words · Mable Townsend

Fda Issues New Warning On Hidden Dangers Of Otc Pain Relievers: “Stop Right There”

FDA Issues New Warning on Hidden Dangers of OTC Pain Relievers: “Stop Right There” Shutterstock Our medicine cabinets are full of a variety of over-the-counter (OTC) drugs that can be used whenever a problem presents itself. But while we’re careful to not take too much of any one product at a time, many of us don’t think twice about mixing two OTC meds. For instance, when using cough and flu medicine to relieve symptoms, you might still take a pain reliever later in the day to treat a lingering headache....

January 15, 2026 · 4 min · 834 words · Norman Brymer

Former Teen Star Lucy Hale Says She First Blacked Out From Drinking At 12

Former Teen Star Lucy Hale Says She First Blacked Out From Drinking at 12 Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock At 34 years old, Pretty Little Liars star Lucy Hale has been sober for nearly two years. But it wasn’t an easy or quick journey for her to get to this point. In a new interview with the podcast Call Her Daddy , the former teen idol explained that she first drank alcohol when she was 12 years old and that this was also the first time she blacked out from drinking....

January 15, 2026 · 4 min · 665 words · Dorothy Miller

Frankie Muniz Reveals Why He “Walked Off” The “Malcolm In The Middle” Set And Missed 2 Episodes

Frankie Muniz Reveals Why He “Walked Off” the “Malcolm in the Middle” Set and Missed 2 Episodes 20th Television Before he was agent Cody Banks, Frankie Muniz was known as Malcolm Wilkerson on the hit sitcom Malcolm in the Middle . The Fox series ran from 2000 to 2006 and introduced young Muniz, who was then a child actor, to some of Hollywood’s biggest stars. However, the titular gig also showed Muniz a darker side of the entertainment industry that consequently muddied his time on the show, the since-retired actor recently divulged....

January 15, 2026 · 3 min · 510 words · Peggy Rose

He Played B.J. Hunnicutt On “Mash.” See Mike Farrell Now At 83.

He Played B.J. Hunnicutt on “MASH.” See Mike Farrell Now at 83. Bettmann / Contributor Mike Farrell joined the cast of the hit Korean War dramedy MASH in 1975 as the clean-cut family man Captain B.J. Hunnicutt and would go on to write five episodes and direct four before the series’ record-setting finale in 1983. Today, he describes joining the cast as a mid-series replacement for “Trapper” John McIntyre ( Wayne Rogers ) as “ a dream come true ,” and he recently reunited with co-star Alan Alda to toast the show’s 50th anniversary....

January 15, 2026 · 6 min · 1080 words · Alfred Greene

He Played Billy In “Kramer Vs. Kramer.” See Justin Henry Now At 51.

He Played Billy in “Kramer vs. Kramer.” See Justin Henry Now at 51. Mike Maloney/Mirrorpix/Getty Images Before his 10th birthday, Justin Henry had already reached the pinnacle of any actor’s career, earning an Academy Award nomination for playing Billy, a young son torn between two divorcing parents, in the 1979 blockbuster drama, Kramer vs. Kramer . The film, which stars Dustin Hoffman and Meryl Streep as the titular exes, became an unlikely hit, winning awards the world over, including the Oscar for Best Picture, and changing the national conversation around divorce....

January 15, 2026 · 3 min · 608 words · Barbara Fleeman

Heart Surgeon Reveals The No. 1 Way To Stay Calm In Stressful Situations

Heart Surgeon Reveals the No. 1 Way to Stay Calm in Stressful Situations Shutterstock We all know what it’s like to feel general anxiety , whether you have concerns about work, money, or something else entirely. But there are also specific moments that can be stressful, triggering your body’s natural fight-or-flight response. In those instances, it can be tough to keep your breathing and heart rate steady—and even to keep your composure....

January 15, 2026 · 3 min · 497 words · Nellie Henry

Here’S Exactly How To Get 4 Free Covid Tests Sent To Your Home

Here’s Exactly How to Get 4 Free COVID Tests Sent to Your Home Shutterstock We’ve come a long way since 2020, but that doesn’t mean COVID is gone completely. In fact, officials are worried about how things may go this fall and winter—as the virus has consistently surged during the colder months in the last few years. As case numbers have already started ticking back up, the federal government is reviving one of its most popular pandemic programs to help mitigate any spread....

January 15, 2026 · 4 min · 850 words · Ivan Pierce

How To Dress With An Inverted Triangle Body Shape, Stylists Say

How to Dress With an Inverted Triangle Body Shape, Stylists Say TimeImage Production / Shutterstock Everyone knows the feeling of finding an incredible dress or pair of pants and pondering if that garment was made specifically for them. For many people, that experience doesn’t happen all that often—maybe you’re shopping at your local dress outlet and stumble upon a winner, or your friend loans you a top, and it hugs your curves like no other....

January 15, 2026 · 9 min · 1756 words · Jessie Ortega

How To Flirt On Instagram: A Grown Man’S Guide

How to Flirt on Instagram: A Grown Man’s Guide Shutterstock A half-generation ago, if you were romantically interested in someone, you did one of two things to fan the flame of their own ardor: You either flirted with them in person or flirted with them over the phone. How times have changed. A single friend of mine recently told me that his go-to, low-risk method of wooing is simply using social media....

January 15, 2026 · 6 min · 1132 words · Ramona Hasberry

How To Shop Walmart Online Like A Pro: 16 Tips From Retail Experts

How to Shop Walmart Online Like a Pro: 16 Tips From Retail Experts Novikov Aleksey/Shutterstock Thanks to its sheer number of widespread locations , you’re likely never too far from a Walmart, no matter where you are. But whether you’re trying to save time in your busy schedule or simply don’t like dealing with the crowds, using the store’s website can make the entire experience even more convenient. And just like shopping in person, there are a few tricks to keep in mind that can help ensure you’re always getting the best deals....

January 15, 2026 · 8 min · 1624 words · Patricia Phillips

I Met The U.S. Women’S Soccer Team And Asked Them For Their Gold Medal

I Met the U.S. Women’s Soccer Team and Asked Them for Their Gold Medal-Worthy Fitness Tips Gotham FC When it comes to fitness inspiration , who better to look to than our nation’s fiercest competitors? On Monday night, U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) players and gold medalists Tierna Davidson , Emily Sonnett , Crystal Dunn , Jenna Nighswonger , and Lynn Williams were welcomed back to their home stadium, Red Bull Arena....

January 15, 2026 · 5 min · 879 words · Rosemary Marlow

I’M A Makeup Artist And These Beauty Tricks “Make Everyone Look Attractive”

I’m a Makeup Artist and These Beauty Tricks “Make Everyone Look Attractive” Wavebreakmedia / iStock Finding makeup that accentuates your best features is usually a highly individualized process—one that takes into account your complexion, eye color , and so much more. However, makeup artist and content creator Jennifer Belle says she has a few universally flattering go-to tricks that can make anyone and everyone look “significantly more attractive,” regardless of their particular features....

January 15, 2026 · 3 min · 470 words · Erin Henderson

I’M A Therapist And These Are 6 Signs Your Sibling Is Toxic

I’m a Therapist and These Are 6 Signs Your Sibling Is Toxic FOTO Eak / Shutterstock A brother or sister can be a blessing—someone to make fun memories with, lean on for support during tough times in your family, and share things in common with. However, as with all other types of relationships, they require mutual respect, trust, and healthy communication . Sometimes, those foundational elements just aren’t there, because your sibling is downright toxic—and no matter how hard you try to build a strong bond with them, their behavior makes that impossible....

January 15, 2026 · 4 min · 802 words · Roland Green

If You Have This Popular Tv Provider, Prepare To Lose Access To Fox Channels On Friday

If You Have This Popular TV Provider, Prepare to Lose Access to Fox Channels on Friday Dean Drobot/Shutterstock While television may still provide us with the addictive scripted dramas, up-to-the-minute live news, and guilty pleasure reality shows we all crave, the last decade has transformed how we access our favorite programming. On the one hand, the constantly changing landscape of traditional cable and streaming providers has arguably made it easier to save a little money by only paying for the type of content you’re interested in....

January 15, 2026 · 6 min · 1173 words · Julia Worstell

If You’Re Using Any ​​Of These Toxic Hair Products, Stop Now, Fda Warns

If You’re Using Any ​​of These Toxic Hair Products, Stop Now, FDA Warns PeopleImages / iStock One of the main responsibilities of the Food and Drug Administration is to protect public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, and medical devices. The agency also ensures the safety of the nation’s food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation. Recently, the FDA proposed a ban on a main ingredient in a popular hair treatment....

January 15, 2026 · 3 min · 542 words · Ryan Williams

Interval Training Can Kick

Interval Training Can Kick-Start Your Weight Loss. Here’s How Shutterstock If you’re looking around for a great exercise routine that burns a lot of calories in a short amount of time, HIIT might be perfect. “I recommend interval training for people who are busy but still want to get fit, because it gets great results in a fraction of the amount of time compared to more traditional cardio workouts. Interval training can be a powerful tool in a well-rounded fitness plan,” says Anne Friedlander , PhD, exercise physiologist and assistant director of Stanford Lifestyle Medicine....

January 15, 2026 · 4 min · 808 words · Nicole Ferguson