Scientists Reveal the Secret to Staying Healthy Over 40 Shutterstock Getting fit and healthy in your 40s is key to laying the foundation for vibrant, useful middle age and senior years. “We are increasingly understanding that what you do earlier in life has a long-term impact,” Norrina Allen , an associate professor of preventive medicine at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, tells the American Heart Association. Making changes doesn’t have to be overwhelming—hopefully you are doing most of them already....

Scientists Warn Your Belly Fat Can Increase Heart Disease Risk Shutterstock As you’ve probably realized, it gets harder to lose weight as you get older. A slower metabolism, hormonal changes , and lifestyle factors all contribute to this. And for these reasons, excess fat tends to accumulate in the belly. This is known as visceral fat, and since it surrounds internal organs, it’s especially dangerous. Case in point: New research shows that visceral fat can increase your risk of developing heart disease....

See Jack and Maggie From “Hook” Now at 44 and 37 TriStar Pictures A box office bomb turned beloved cult classic, Steven Spielberg’s 1991 fantasy Hook revealed the future of eternal child Peter Pan, who leaves Neverland, grows up, forgets his past, and becomes a boring adult ( Robin Williams ). Peter Banning is pulled back into the magic when his young children are kidnapped by Captain Hook ( Dustin Hoffman ), who’s still out for revenge....

See Mary Lou Retton’s 4 Daughters, Who All Followed in Her Footsteps Bettmann/Contributor/Getty Images On Tuesday, Oct. 10, McKenna Kelley , one of the four daughters of legendary gymnast Mary Lou Retton , shared on her Instagram Story (as reported by People ) that her mother is in the hospital battling “a very rare form of pneumonia” and “is not able to breathe on her own.” McKenna also shared a crowdfunding page for Retton’s care, leading many fans of the Olympian to donate and share their well-wishes on social media....

Sharon Osbourne Issues Serious “Warning” After 42 Pound Ozempic Weight Loss Good Morning Britain/YouTube Sharon Osbourne is one of many stars who have opened up about using the type 2 diabetes drug, Ozempic, to lose weight. However, while it has helped her drop a whopping 42 pounds, she has confessed that there are some major downsides to relying on the jab as a weight loss method. In a new interview she issues a major warning about the drug, and also gives several reasons to reconsider using it....

Shirley MacLaine Shares Secrets to Staying “Really Healthy” at 90 Steven Simione / Getty Images Shirley MacLaine has a gusto for life. The Oscar-nominated actor has cultivated an impressive and lucrative career for herself in Hollywood, having starred in more than 50 films—her most famous being The Trouble with Harry , Terms of Endearment , and Steel Magnolias , which is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year. And MacLaine doesn’t plan on retiring anytime soon....

Social Security Benefits Are Barely Rising in 2025—What You Need to Know Now Shutterstock The Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) was just updated and seniors may need to plan for a lean 2025. According to new projections, retirees will get an increase of just 2.5%, which means an average monthly increase of just $48, says The Senior Citizens League ( TSCL ). “While 2.5% is lower than the 3.2% received in 2024, that wouldn’t be far from the historical norm....

Solar Flares Will Create “Fireworks” in the Sky Tonight—Here’s How to See Them iStock / basiczto Easily one of the greatest traditions for the Fourth of July is getting outdoors to take in a fireworks show. But just because the holiday is barely behind us doesn’t mean there aren’t more opportunities to take in a dazzling nighttime display . That’s because according to scientists, a pair of solar flares recently went off that will create “fireworks” in the sky tonight....

Spotted Lanternflies Are Here to Stay, Researchers Say—Here’s What to Expect in 2025 iStock For nearly half a decade, the American public has seen the spotted lanternfly boom in numbers as it spreads to new parts of the country when warm weather returns. Many have held to the “smash on sight” policy urged by public officials to attempt to keep the invasive species at bay and protect vulnerable crops from their damaging effects....

Stunning Moment Julia Roberts Learns She is Not a “Roberts” After DNA Reveals Family Scandal Ancestry/YouTube The name “Julia Roberts” is one of the most recognizable names in the world—but it might not even be accurate. The actress was stunned to discover her real name should actually be Mitchell, after DNA archives revealed family scandal amongst her ancestors. One of her family members had an affair with a married man—and that man is her real ancestor....

Talking to Your Houseplants Could Help Them Grow, Experts Say—Here’s the Science pikselstock / Shutterstock If you’re a plant parent, chances are you take this responsibility pretty seriously. You tend to your plants , make sure they have sunlight, water them, and…talk to them? If you’ve found yourself chatting with your cactus or having a heart-to-heart with your hoya plant, you’re not alone. Trees.com surveyed 1,250 plant owners, with almost half reporting that they strike up a conversation with their floral friends....

The “American Bro” Is an International Embarrassment Shutterstock Over the last decade, a type of semi-ironic patriotism has crept into the zeitgeist—or at least your social media feed—and there’s no escaping it. It comes if the form of a certain loud and obnoxious white dude. You know, the guy at the Memorial Day barbecue who snatches the aux cord so he can blast Hulk Hogan’s theme song. He’s the Instagram bodybuilder with zero years of combat service but who has more military-themed tattoos than your grandfather....

The 10 Best Boutique Hotels in the U.S. Chris Allan/Shutterstock Boutique hotels offer a wide range of amenities that most larger hotels are lacking, from personalized service to locally roasted coffee. Travelers in the know often look for boutique hotels to stay at while exploring a new city because they offer more in the way of service and knowledge of the destination. But what exactly is a boutique hotel? According to TripSavvy, boutique hotels “are small hotels, often with 10 to 100 rooms, that have unique amenities or design choices ....

The 10 Cutest Small Towns in the Midwest Craig Sterken/Shutterstock Most travel bucket lists feature destinations like national parks or big metropolitan cities, which always make for a fun trip, but if you’re only hitting the world’s largest destinations you’re missing out on a whole lot of charm found in small towns. Traveling to a small town encourages visitors to slow down and take in the sights, like charming main streets , quirky antique shops , and unique restaurants, and make themselves at home for the length of their trip....

The 32 Saddest TV Episodes of All Time HBO No matter what the genre, most of our favorite TV shows can make us laugh and cry in equal measure, depending on where the storyline goes on any given episode. Whether it’s the death of a beloved character , dealing with emotionally charged topics, or simply an unexpected twist, some of the very best installments can stand out for how much they tug at our heartstrings....

The 4 Best Shoes to Wear to the Beach That Aren’t Flip-Flops eternalcreative/iStock While picking out your swimsuit and packing your sunscreen may be top of mind when you’re planning a beach day, don’t overlook the importance of choosing footwear . The right shoes can not only pull your whole outfit together, but they can also keep your feet comfortable and help you to avoid any potential injuries. After all, it’s safe to say blisters aren’t exactly the souvenir you’re looking to take home from your oceanside afternoon....

The 5 Most Appealing Nail Polish Colors, and What They Mean JackF / iStock There are so many details to consider about your appearance before a date. You want to make sure your outfit, fragrance, and hair all combine to tell the most authentic story about you and your personality . Your nails also contribute to that image—and whoever is sitting across the table from you will likely notice if you choose something quirky and unique or classic and subtle....

The 6 Best Hairstyles If You’re Growing Out Your Grays, According to Experts Ridofranz / iStock Growing out your gray hair is a deeply personal experience. While some people excitedly watch their colored strands slowly fade to their new natural hue, others find it somewhat unsettling (Will it be too dramatic? Too yellow-tinged? Too old ?). But no matter which camp you fall into, you may find the transitory period challenging in that the hairstyles that once looked incredible on you now fall flat—or highlight a harsh demarcation line....

The 6 Best Shoe Colors to Wear With White Clothes, Stylists Say Liudmila Chernetska / iStock Whether you know it or not, the color of your shoes can make or break your outfit—either pulling the whole look together or clashing and creating a disjointed overall appearance. Jaquelyn Wahidi , a personal stylist and contributor to Margo Paige , notes that the wrong color shoe can also distract from your chic outfit....

The 6 Cutest Coastal Towns in the U.S. mike innella / iStock Certain places just give you the warm and fuzzies . They tend to have friendly folks, picturesque views, and independently-owned stores peddling local wares. You can’t help but smile when you turn every corner, because you just don’t know what happy memory will be made one cobbled street over. If such a destination is on the coast, where you can breathe in that invigorating, salty sea air , even better....