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Celine Dion No Longer Has “Control Over Her Muscles,” Sister Reveals in Heartbreaking Update Tom Rose / Shutterstock A year after Celine Dion publicly shared her diagnosis with Stiff Person Syndrome , her sister, Claudette Dion , has shared an update on her condition. According to Claudette, the iconic singer doesn’t have “control over her muscles” anymore, but is still hoping that someday she will be able to return to the stage....

Common Vaccine Can Lower Your Risk of Dementia, Heart Attack, and Stroke iStock As we age, not only do we need to be on top of diet and exercise to focus on our cardiovascular health, but we also need to worry about protecting ourselves against diseases by staying up to date on important vaccinations . But while these two concerns don’t typically go hand-in-hand, mounting evidence may suggest otherwise. Scientists say that getting the shingles vaccine could significantly lower your risk of age-related health issues like dementia, heart attack, and stroke....

Controversial “Jeopardy!” Player Slammed for “Rude and Gross” Remark During Game ABC / via YouTube RELATED: Jeopardy! Champ James Holzhauer Says Recent Winner “Should Get a Lifetime Ban.” This year’s ToC includes 27 former Jeopardy! champions vying for the ultimate prize of $250,000. Thanks to the writers’ strike , the tournament was highly delayed, adding to the anticipation. Now a couple weeks into the competition, ToC is winding to a close, and Raut has been named one of the three remaining finalists ....

Delta and American Are Finally Upgrading Their Seats—But It’ll Cost You Shutterstock / Thiago B Trevisan Boarding a flight can put some of the most beautiful and exciting destinations within our reach. Unfortunately, the process of actually getting there can be anything but glamorous. Whether you’re locked in a battle for the armrest with your neighbor, desperate for a little more legroom to stretch out, or once again let down by getting stuck with a dreaded middle seat, gripes about how uncomfortable air travel can be are as common as carrier scheduling issues ....

Delta Is Now Offering Passengers This Ultra-Convenient Perk Shutterstock / Jay Fog All airlines exist to get people from one place to another—or at least ideally in today’s chaotic travel climate —but the travel experience can differ significantly between them. Some grant access to pre-flight lounges or serve special food and beverage options onboard flights. Others help simplify the boarding process or use special systems to check baggage at the airport....

Dermatologist Says These Are the 3 Best Shampoos for Thinning Hair Shutterstock If you’ve ever experienced hair loss or hair thinning, rest assured you’re not alone. Experts estimate that over two-thirds of men and half of women experience declining hair volume at some point in their lives. Neera Nathan , MD, MSHS, a Harvard-trained dermatologist and skin cancer surgeon , says she regularly works with patients struggling with hair thinning and adds that she has even experienced it herself....

Disney Just Announced Major Theme Park Expansions and New Attractions Worldwide Shutterstock On the second night of D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, Disney Experiences unveiled an array of ambitious new projects for Disney destinations around the globe. Chairman Josh D’Amaro took the stage at the “Horizons: Disney Experiences” showcase to announce the expansion of cruise ships, new themed lands, attractions, shows, and digital storytelling platforms. The event was filled with musical performances by Meghan Trainor, Shaboozey, Rita Ora, and others, making it a memorable night for Disney fans....

Disney Parks Threaten to Ban Guests for Life Over Controversial “Line Hack” iStock / LordRunar Disney is committed to ensuring its theme parks are the happiest places on Earth for all guests. On April 9, Disneyland and Disney World disclosed new changes to their Disability Access Service (DAS) program , which aims to assist guests with difficulty enduring long lines due to a disability. Along with these updated guidelines, the parks will also be issuing lifetime bans to guests who enroll in the program under false pretenses....

DIY Pro Shares 4 Best Dollar Tree Items to Organize Your Kitchen Copyright @thecraftedstudioco / TikTok No matter how dysfunctional your closet may seem, nothing is harder to organize than the kitchen. There are so many miscellaneous products you have to take into consideration, like spare dish towels, loose tea bags, seasoning packets, and awkwardly shaped Tupperware. And then there are those tight quarters in the cabinets. Fortunately, kitchen organization has gotten a whole lot easier thanks to DIYers like Emma Villaneda (@thecraftedstudioco), who comes up with genius storage hacks....

Do Not Buy Supplements Under These Brand Names, FDA Says in New Warning iStock Many of us take different dietary supplements every day, but while we’re simply trying to improve our health and wellness, we could inadvertently be putting ourselves at risk. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not regulate supplements the same way it regulates medication, which could lead to more safety issues that you may realize. The agency regularly updates consumers about risks associated with supplements on the market, as well as those that have been pulled....

Do You Actually Need a Vitamin D Supplement After Summer? Here’s What Experts Say Shutterstock During the peak summer months, most healthy individuals can produce all the vitamin D they need by exposing the skin on their face, arms, and legs to sunshine for just a few minutes each day. Experts recommend seeking out sunlight during the middle of the day—between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.—when the sun is highest in the sky and the UVB rays are strongest....

Doctor Says This Little-Known Supplement Can Help You Lose Weight Shutterstock In 2023, Americans spent over $71 billion on weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy alone, according to a research paper published in JAMA Network Open . That doesn’t account for non-GLP-1 medications, bariatric surgery , or cosmetic surgeries such as liposuction and abdominoplasty. Although there’s little scientific evidence that dietary supplements can also aid with weight loss, experts say they can boost efforts when used in tandem with other practices, including exercise....

Dollar General and Family Dollar Are Closing Stores, Starting Dec. 3 Shutterstock The retail industry has faced incredible volatility over the past few years. With financial challenges born from the COVID pandemic and rising inflation, companies have been forced to analyze their costs and cut locations across the country. Popular chains like Bed Bath & Beyond , CVS, and Best Buy have all closed stores in the U.S. this year alone....

Dollar General Is Under Fire for Doing This to Shoppers: “A Serious Problem” iStock Many of us are strapped for cash these days as we battle high inflation amid the holiday shopping season . So if you’ve found yourself roaming the aisles of popular discount stores more often recently, you’re not alone. But just because better deals abound at these chains doesn’t mean you can stop being a savvy shopper. As it turns out, Dollar General is currently under fire for a widespread issue that could directly affect customers like you....

Dollar General’s DG Markets Promise Deals on Fresh Groceries—But Experts Aren’t So Sure Shutterstock Dollar General’s recent growth is second to none. The discount retailer has expanded its physical presence to over 19,000 stores across the U.S. But that’s not all the company has done for its ongoing expansion efforts. Dollar General has also created new types of stores—spreading far beyond the regular dollar store format that we’re used to. These include the higher-priced Popshelf, the smaller-sized DGX, and the food-focused DG Market....

Dollar Tree Price Changes Have Shoppers Threatening to Boycott Shutterstock As many shoppers are struggling to save amid high inflation, retailers have been steadily shifting prices higher. We’ve seen it happen recently with Walmart , Trader Joe’s , and even Five Below , but of course, those aren’t the only chains giving their customers sticker shock. In 2021, Dollar Tree made the major decision to depart from its signature $1 price point by hiking most of its products up to the $1....

Eating Fake Meat Can Drive Up Your Risk of Depression by 42%, New Study Finds Shutterstock Plant-based diets are having their moment in the sun, with many dietitians and nutritionists touting their dense nutrition and natural ingredients as a driving force behind their popularity. In fact, according to a 2021 study , “the number of Americans who follow a vegan diet increased 600% from 2014 to 2018,” marking a notable shift in acceptance of what was once considered a fringe dietary choice....

FBI Releases 3 Tips to Protect Yourself as Violent Extremist Threats Increase iStock While the war between Israel and Hamas is taking place thousands of miles away, the United States government is issuing a warning to all Americans: There has been an increase in violent extremist threats domestically. “During the Israel-Hamas conflict, the FBI is continuing to monitor threats both in the United States and overseas. As the conflict continues, the FBI has seen an increase in reports of threats against Jewish, Muslim, and Arab communities and institutions,” the Federal Bureau of Investigation wrote in a statement released on Wednesday....

Food Scientist Reveals the 2 Things She Never Eats: “You’re Gonna Hate Me” Shutterstock Healthy eating is top of mind for many of us, especially with 2025 approaching. You may be prioritizing your diet or perhaps getting ready to re-up your gym membership at the start of the new year. But while diet and nutrition are important, it’s also vital to remember food safety to keep yourself healthy and happy. In fact, Hydroxide, a food scientist on TikTok and Instagram (@hydroxide....

Forever 21 Could Close All 350 Locations as Bankruptcy Plans Loom Shutterstock RELATED: 3 Iconic Mall Brands Closing All U.S. Stores—How to Shop Before They’re Gone . Forever 21 will close at least 200 more locations, possibly all 350. A Feb. 19 report from Bloomberg states that people familiar with the matter say Forever 21 is planning to close at least 200 more locations as part of a Chapter 11 bankruptcy process that’s slated to kick off in March....