He Played Jerry On “Er.” See Abraham Benrubi Now At 52.

He Played Jerry on “ER.” See Abraham Benrubi Now at 52. Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution Throughout most of ER ’s run as one of the leading primetime dramas on TV and amid many cast changes, Abraham Benrubi was a constant presence as Jerry Markovic, the front desk clerk at County General. The character was arguably the show’s most consistent—and much needed—comic relief. After being a part of the ensemble from the beginning, Jerry disappeared in Seasons 6 and 7, when Benrubi was working on the comedy Men In Trees , then returned to the show....

January 20, 2026 · 4 min · 660 words · Ronald Mitchell

Helen Mirren Says She Loves This Celebrity Ex “Deeply To This Day”

Helen Mirren Says She Loves This Celebrity Ex “Deeply to This Day” <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/06/Helen-Mirren-e1669217841397.jpg?quality=82&strip=1&resize=640%2C360" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Helen Mirren at the premiere of “The Good Liar” in 2019 - 1”> lev radin / Shutterstock You certainly know her movies, but you may not know about her romantic history before marrying director Taylor Hackford in 1997. Since beginning her acting career in the 1960s, Helen Mirren has starred on stage, on TV, and on the big screen, including in the movies The Queen and Gosford Park , and even the Fast and the Furious franchise....

January 20, 2026 · 3 min · 639 words · James Tang

Here’S How Long It’Ll Take You To Save For A House In Your City, New Report Finds

Here’s How Long It’ll Take You to Save for a House in Your City, New Report Finds Shutterstock / Mladen Mitrinovic Everyone has their own unique idea of what their dream home would be. But when it comes down to actually paying for a property, there’s one universal truth that remains the same: You’ll need enough money on hand to buy it. Of course, fluctuations in the housing market can make the process easier or harder depending on when you’re house hunting ....

January 20, 2026 · 6 min · 1129 words · Jacqueline Gonzalez

Here’S The Secret Trick Royal Women Always Do When Exiting A Car

Here’s the Secret Trick Royal Women Always Do When Exiting a Car Shutterstock There’s a reason Kate Middleton always carries a clutch: It’s the perfect camouflage to keep royal cleavage out of view from the paparazzi. The Queen insists on modesty and for senior royals that means always being careful not to show too much skin—especially when exiting a car. Princess Diana adopted a simple wardrobe hack for this problem that Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge also uses....

January 20, 2026 · 3 min · 551 words · Patricia Greenwood

How Charlie Sheen And “Two And A Half Men” Creator Finally Ended Decade

How Charlie Sheen and “Two and a Half Men” Creator Finally Ended Decade-Long Feud Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images After eight seasons of starring on Two and a Half Men , Charlie Sheen’s time on the sitcom came to a dramatic end when he was fired in 2011. As reported by The Hollywood Reporter , the firing came after production on the series had already been paused due to the actor’s erratic behavior, including repeatedly insulting series creator Chuck Lorre in interviews and even making antisemitic remarks about him....

January 20, 2026 · 5 min · 897 words · Marcus Dorris

How Strong Is Your Grip? It May Predict A Health Problem

How Strong Is Your Grip? It May Predict a Health Problem Shutterstock How strong is your grip? While struggling with the occasional jar is not a huge deal, a weak grip could be linked to a decline in physical and mental function. “Research shows that grip strength is an important measure of overall health,” say Eve M. Glazier, MD , and Elizabeth Ko, MD , via UCLA Health . “In adults of all ages, it has been found to be a reliable predictor of muscle strength, muscle mass, bone mineral density and nutritional status....

January 20, 2026 · 3 min · 569 words · Robert Profit

How To Spot Fake Designer Items At T.J. Maxx & Marshalls, Insiders Say

How to Spot Fake Designer Items at T.J. Maxx & Marshalls, Insiders Say Shutterstock Thanks to their tariff-proof strategies combined with competitive prices and plans for expansion, T.J. Maxx and Marshalls are some of the smartest places to shop in 2025. Instead of importing merchandise directly from factories overseas, the retailers buy excess inventory from designer brands after it’s already in the U.S. This allows the two chains to keep prices 20% to 60% lower than traditional department stores—and not pass on any price hikes to you....

January 20, 2026 · 6 min · 1171 words · Robert Rodriquez

How To Spot Snake Holes In Your Yard—And What To Do If You Find Them

How to Spot Snake Holes in Your Yard—and What to Do If You Find Them Bulbash/iStock Shed skin, curving trails, or dark brown smears are all signs that a snake may have taken up residence around your home. But according to pest experts, there’s another tell-tale indicator that they’ve gotten comfortable—holes in your lawn. Unsure of what to do if you see one? Keep reading to find out how the pros say you can spot snake holes in your yard—and what steps to take if you find them....

January 20, 2026 · 4 min · 705 words · Cristina Bowling

How You Can Shed Pounds And Better Your Health When You Stop Eating Sugar

How You Can Shed Pounds and Better Your Health When You Stop Eating Sugar Shutterstock According to the American Heart Association (AHA), the average American eats 77 grams of sugar per day —two to three times more than the recommended limit. This common dietary habit has been linked to a wide range of chronic health problems, such as obesity, heart disease, diabetes, cancer, depression, dementia, and more. “To live healthier, longer lives , most Americans need to move more and eat better, including consuming fewer added sugars,” says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)....

January 20, 2026 · 9 min · 1791 words · Woodrow Kerstetter

If You Get A Call From This Number, Hang Up Immediately, Police Say In New Warning

If You Get a Call From This Number, Hang Up Immediately, Police Say in New Warning pathdoc / Shutterstock Scam calls are a run-of-the-mill experience these days. The issue has become so common that sometimes your phone will even alert you to “potential spam.” Unfortunately, this hasn’t deterred scammers, and the calls continue as they concoct new tactics to steal from you . Now, there’s a number you should look out for on your caller ID, police said in a new warning....

January 20, 2026 · 4 min · 747 words · Danny Dressler

If You Notice This On Your Batteries, Don’T Use Them, Fbi Says In New Warning

If You Notice This on Your Batteries, Don’t Use Them, FBI Says in New Warning iStock Many of the electronic devices we use daily are equipped with batteries—but as we all know, those batteries don’t last forever. We’ve all had to pause our TV viewing to change out the batteries in the remote, or had to make a bigger investment with a new battery for a laptop that stopped charging. You probably know that all batteries carry risk, albeit minimal, but some of the batteries in your home could be significantly more dangerous than others....

January 20, 2026 · 4 min · 765 words · Gary Mccoy

If You’Re Over 65, Don’T Wear These 5 Clothing Items On A Bike Ride

If You’re Over 65, Don’t Wear These 5 Clothing Items on a Bike Ride iStock In many ways, riding a bike is a physical activity that acts as an equalizer across age groups. Whether it’s cycling as a form of exercise , looking for an easy way to get around your neighborhood, or just out for a joy ride and some fresh air, it’s relatively easy for everyone—including older adults—to get involved....

January 20, 2026 · 4 min · 674 words · Marion Maxwell

Is Deet Bug Spray Safe? Here’S What Doctors Recommend For The Concerning Oropouche Virus

Is DEET Bug Spray Safe? Here’s What Doctors Recommend for the Concerning Oropouche Virus Shutterstock For over 80 years now, people have used DEET as an effective insect repellent. Besides offering a reprieve from pesky bug bites , it also helps prevent the subsequent spread of dangerous insect-borne illnesses, including Zika virus, Dengue, and West Nile virus from mosquitoes, and Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF) from ticks. This summer, authorities highlighted two more serious insect-borne illnesses that have been spreading by bug bite: Oropouche Virus and eastern equine encephalitis (EEE)....

January 20, 2026 · 5 min · 961 words · Melissa Pearson

Is Micellar Water Good For Your Skin? Here’S What Beauty Experts Say

Is Micellar Water Good for Your Skin? Here’s What Beauty Experts Say Prostock-Studio / iStock For most people, having a skincare routine means sticking to the same products day in and day out. That’s why it’s so important to get the lineup right. At a bare minimum, your everyday routine should typically include a facial cleanser, antioxidant serum, light moisturizer, and high-SPF sunscreen. Yet, increasingly, experts suggest adding micellar water to your skincare plan....

January 20, 2026 · 8 min · 1562 words · Jimmy Taylor

James Bond Canceled? Classic Novels Edited To Remove Offensive Material

James Bond Canceled? Classic Novels Edited to Remove Offensive Material Evening Standard/Hulton Archive/Getty Images There’s a new case study to discuss in the ongoing conversation about editing older media to remove dated and offensive material. According to The Telegraph ( as reported by IndieWire ), new editions of James Bond novels by Ian Fleming are coming out this spring, and they will look much different than the originally published versions. Sensitivity readers have assisted in the mission to update the books, specifically in the language used to refer to nonwhite characters....

January 20, 2026 · 4 min · 677 words · Charlotte Hayner

Jeff Garlin’S Firing From “The Goldbergs” Was “A Long Time Coming,” Co

Jeff Garlin’s Firing From “The Goldbergs” Was “A Long Time Coming,” Co-Star Says <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/03/goldbergs-e1679589589795.png?strip=1&resize=640%2C360&quality=82" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Jeff Garlin and Wendi McLendon-Covey on “The Goldbergs” - 1”> ABC / YouTube After starring on the sitcom for nine seasons, in December 2021, Jeff Garlin exited The Goldbergs following an investigation into allegedly inappropriate and abusive behavior towards others on set. The actor, who also starred on Curb Your Enthusiasm , commented at length about the allegations at the time, and now, his on-screen wife has shared her thoughts on the matter....

January 20, 2026 · 4 min · 715 words · Anna Hachigian

Jeremy Renner Shares Details Of “Glorious” Near

Jeremy Renner Shares Details of “Glorious” Near-Death Experience <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2019/10/jeremy-renner-e1706896767994.jpg?quality=82&strip=1&resize=640%2C360" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Jeremy Renner at the premiere of “Tag” in 2018 - 1”> Tinseltown / Shutterstock After suffering a devastating accident on New Year’s Day in 2023, Jeremy Renner is reflecting on the near-death experience. The 53-year-old revealed in a new interview that he believes he briefly died after he was crushed by a snow plow and opened up about what he felt and saw during that time....

January 20, 2026 · 3 min · 636 words · Rose Martin

Kelly Clarkson’S Ex Told Her She Wasn’T “Sexy” Enough For “The Voice”

Kelly Clarkson’s Ex Told Her She Wasn’t “Sexy” Enough for “The Voice” DFree / Shutterstock Kelly Clarkson spent several seasons as a coach on the reality competition series The Voice , but according to court documents, her ex-husband told her she wasn’t cut out for it. The New York Post reports that the singer made the claim while testifying for the California Labor Commissioner in 2023 regarding a case involving her ex and former manager , Brandon Blackstock ....

January 20, 2026 · 3 min · 604 words · James Spinney

Kroger Is Under Fire For “Offensive” In

Kroger Is Under Fire for “Offensive” In-Store Display Shutterstock February marks Black History Month, established in 1976 as an “annual celebration of achievements by African Americans.” Events throughout the month honor Black Americans, hosted by national institutions like the Library of Congress and the National Park Service. On a smaller scale, local communities and individuals do their part—but shoppers at one Kroger say their grocery store missed the mark. Read on to find out why they found the store’s Black History Month display “offensive....

January 20, 2026 · 4 min · 679 words · Sheila Ramirez

Last Full

Last Full-Size Kmart in USA to Close This October Shutterstock It’s finally the end for the Blue Light special, with news that Kmart is shutting down its last full-sized store in the mainland United States. The store in Bridgehampton, New York, is due to close on October 20, according to CNN . The once-leading discount retailer will still have a small convenience store open in Miami, plus Guam and the US Virgin Islands, but it will never return to its heyday....

January 20, 2026 · 3 min · 473 words · Tammy Graham