Lyme Disease Cases Have Spiked By 70 Percent—These Are The Warning Signs

Lyme Disease Cases Have Spiked by 70 Percent—These Are the Warning Signs Andrey_Popov / Shutterstock Spring is in sight, and most of us are eager to get back outdoors. But with increased time outside comes heightened concerns about tick-borne illness —namely Lyme disease, the most common tick-borne infection in the U.S. Fears aren’t unwarranted either: In 2022, cases of Lyme disease spiked by roughly 70 percent, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)....

December 21, 2025 · 4 min · 799 words · Mark Ferrera

Marilyn Monroe Haunted The Set Of New Biopic, Star Says

Marilyn Monroe Haunted the Set of New Biopic, Star Says <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/09/blonde-main.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=“Ana de Armas as Marilyn Monroe in “Blonde” - 1”> Netflix Ana de Armas channels Marilyn Monroe in the upcoming movie Blonde . And while, to some, that statement might just sound like praise for her performance, the star says it literally happened. Speaking to reporters at the Venice Film Festival where the film premiered, de Armas said that she felt Monroe’s presence while they were shooting the film—especially when the late icon didn’t approve of something....

December 21, 2025 · 4 min · 670 words · Maria Merida

Marisa Tomei Swears By This $12 Face Wash For Glowing Skin At 58

Marisa Tomei Swears by This $12 Face Wash for Glowing Skin at 58 Photo by Michael Loccisano/FilmMagic Marisa Tomei , a definite American sweetheart, has managed to keep her glowing skin just as youthful as the days when she played Mona Lisa Vito in the comedy classic My Cousin Vinny . Now, 58 and a star of the Spiderman franchise , she keeps up her flawless complexion with a no-fuss skincare routine that’s chock-full of affordable items....

December 21, 2025 · 4 min · 694 words · Jamie Salizar

Mom Loses 85 Pounds With 10 Easy Steps

Mom Loses 85 Pounds With 10 Easy Steps iStock Weight-loss journeys differ from person to person—but with so many options to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to start. There are increasingly popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and countless meal and fitness plans, but these can be expensive and time-consuming, with medications also posing the risk of uncomfortable side effects . For her part, Crystel Saturday , a mom of two based in Atlanta, says it doesn’t have to be that complicated....

December 21, 2025 · 6 min · 1082 words · James Blechinger

Monarch Butterflies Could Disappear For Good In The U.S., Experts Warn

Monarch Butterflies Could Disappear for Good in the U.S., Experts Warn iStock Few species are as much of a joy to spot outdoors as the monarch butterfly. The beautiful migratory insects are beloved for the stunning black, orange, and white designs on their wings and their important role in the ecosystem as pollinators . But unfortunately, the creature’s delicate state now goes far beyond its gentle, fluttering presence, as scientists warn that monarch butterflies could disappear from the U....

December 21, 2025 · 5 min · 857 words · Donald Istre

Narcos’Michael Stahl

Narcos’Michael Stahl-David Talks Colombia, Woody Harrelson, and Why He Left Graffiti Art Behind <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2017/08/GettyImages-836503740-1.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=“NEW YORK, NY - AUGUST 21: Michael Stahl-David attends the “Narcos” Season 3 New York Screening at AMC Loews Lincoln Square 13 theater on August 21, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images) - 1”> Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images Stahl-David understands both sides of the law. As a high school student in Chicago—he grew up blocks from Wrigley Field—he spent his free time as a graffiti artist, gaining a reputation as a skilled tagger while also earning “ a lengthy arrest record ....

December 21, 2025 · 8 min · 1551 words · Matthew Wilson

New Covid Strain Is “Taking Charge,” Doctors Warn—What To Know About The Xec Variant

New COVID Strain Is “Taking Charge,” Doctors Warn—What to Know About the XEC Variant <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/06/2669220538_6284_featured.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=“New COVID Strain Is “Taking Charge,” Doctors Warn—What to Know About the XEC Variant - 1”> Shutterstock School’s back in session, the temperatures are dropping, and, you know what that means— sniffles, coughs, and fevers . To make matters worse, there’s a new COVID strain that’s “taking charge” and doctors caution that it could soon become the dominant variant of the virus, especially as we head into winter....

December 21, 2025 · 4 min · 666 words · Teddy Cosio

New Law Wants To Introduce Tipping At Walmart And Other Major Retailers

New Law Wants to Introduce Tipping at Walmart and Other Major Retailers Billion Photos / Shutterstock Since the COVID-19 pandemic, tipping culture has undergone major changes. The option to tip is now common (and often encouraged) at ice cream stores, coffee shops, and more—and retailers make it even easier to tack on a few bucks when paying with your credit card on an iPad. But while gratuities are more prevalent, there are still a few places where you probably wouldn’t think to tip, including Walmart....

December 21, 2025 · 4 min · 714 words · Jose Valverde

New Study Finds Pets May Be More Beneficial Than We Think

New Study Finds Pets May Be More Beneficial Than We Think Photo by Tamas Pap on Unsplash A new study published in Social Indicators Research found that pet companionship leads to a 3 to 4 points boost in life satisfaction on a scale of 1 to 7. Additionally, the value of a pet was calculated as the equivalent of earning $100,000 USD per year in added life satisfaction. These aren’t small improvements in quality of life – they’re huge....

December 21, 2025 · 3 min · 446 words · Yvonne Hill

New Study Shows How To Quit Ozempic And Keep The Weight Off

New Study Shows How to Quit Ozempic and Keep the Weight Off iStock After helping countless Hollywood stars shrink in size, Ozempic has been heralded as the weight-loss miracle many have been waiting their whole lives for. Of course, when something seems too good to be true, it usually is. As Ozempic and other similar medications have risen in fame, some patients have noted that the medicine eventually stops working for weight loss, while fitness personality Jillian Michaels has warned that it makes you a “ prisoner for life ....

December 21, 2025 · 5 min · 856 words · Heather Smith

New Study Uncovers A Supplement That Can Lower Blood Pressure

New Study Uncovers a Supplement That Can Lower Blood Pressure Shutterstock Monitoring and managing your blood pressure is one of the best ways to improve your heart health as you age. Your blood pressure reading will give you two important pieces of information in the form of two numbers—one over the other. The first, top number represents your systolic blood pressure, which tells you how much pressure your blood exerts against your artery walls when the heart contracts....

December 21, 2025 · 4 min · 693 words · Karen Smith

Nordstrom Is Closing More Stores Despite $6B Deal To Go Private

Nordstrom Is Closing More Stores Despite $6B Deal to Go Private Shutterstock Nordstrom is entering a new era. The luxury department store announced major plans to go private following an approved $6 billion agreement with El Puerto de Liverpool, which has been an investor in the company since 2022. Once the ink is dry, the Nordstrom family will own 50.1 percent of the company, giving it the upper hand in decision-making changes—including those affecting Nordstrom Rack....

December 21, 2025 · 3 min · 515 words · Helen Bronk

Oprah “Betrayed Me,” Mo’Nique Claims In New Interview

Oprah “Betrayed Me,” Mo’Nique Claims in New Interview Ga Fullner/Shutterstock; Featureflash Photo Agency/Shutterstock Mo’Nique has had personal issues with Oprah Winfrey for years, and a new interview proves that their feud has not yet been resolved. As reported by Page Six , the comedian and actor claimed on the most recent episode of the podcast Club Shay Shay hosted by Shannon Sharpe that Winfrey “betrayed her” and opened up about all the ways in which she believes she’s been wronged....

December 21, 2025 · 3 min · 626 words · Gemma Messer

Oprah Wakes Up Without An Alarm Clock—Here’S How You Can, Too

Oprah Wakes Up Without an Alarm Clock—Here’s How You Can, Too Joe Seer / Shutterstock Talk show host turned media and business mogul Oprah Winfrey knows a thing or two about living her best life. That’s why, when she shares a sneak peak into her daily routine , people tend to perk up and listen. In 2017, Oprah shared one surprising detail about her mornings that seemed especially relevant to the self-made billionaire’s successes: Every day, she wakes up early without an alarm clock, the star told The Hollywood Reporter....

December 21, 2025 · 7 min · 1289 words · James Podmore

Ozempic Competitor Mounjaro Is Becoming Even More Popular—Here’S Why

Ozempic Competitor Mounjaro Is Becoming Even More Popular—Here’s Why oleschwander / Shutterstock In terms of weight-loss drugs, Novo Nordisk’s type 2 diabetes treatment Ozempic —and its sister drug for weight loss, Wegovy—are typically the first that come to mind. But in light of these medications’ rise as a popular solution for shedding pounds, competitors want a share of the market. Eli Lilly now has comparable options in the form of Mounjaro (approved for type 2 diabetes) and Zepbound (approved for weight loss), both of which contain the same active ingredient, tirzepatide....

December 21, 2025 · 4 min · 832 words · Kevin Mcquinn

Party City Is Closing All Stores After 40 Years In Business

Party City Is Closing All Stores After 40 Years in Business Shutterstock The party’s over for the U.S.’s largest party supply store. As CNN first reported , Party City is going out of business and closing all of its remaining stores after 40 years. In a meeting held today, which CNN reporters attended, Party City CEO Barry Litwin said it would be corporate employees’ last day and that the company would begin “winding down” operations immediately....

December 21, 2025 · 3 min · 587 words · Horace Satterlee

People Are Flocking To These Easy-To-Find Weight

People Are Flocking to These Easy-to-Find Weight-Loss Drugs Amid Ozempic Shortage Pixel-Shot / Shutterstock The weight-loss drug market is exploding—and it’s expected to keep rising in popularity. In fact, analysts predict that 2024 is going to be another stellar year for these drugs, including Novo Nordisk’s diabetes and weight-loss options, Ozempic and Wegovy, as well as Eli Lilly’s comparable options, Mounjaro and Zepbound, per CNBC. However, because of their uptick in popularity, these drugs are often very difficult to find, with Ozempic and Wegovy currently in shortage , according to the U....

December 21, 2025 · 5 min · 861 words · Michael Winston

People Are Turning Away From Disney Parks: “Absolutely Dead” On Former Peak Days

People Are Turning Away From Disney Parks: “Absolutely Dead” on Former Peak Days Shutterstock For many of us, Disney parks are the ideal vacation destination : family-friendly, fun, and situated in warm climates. The only downsides are the cost and the fact that, because of their popularity, these parks are typically very crowded. There are entire websites and social media accounts dedicated to planning a Disney trip, many of which suggest visiting Walt Disney World or Disneyland during the off-season to avoid the packed restaurants and long lines....

December 21, 2025 · 4 min · 810 words · Andrew Stone

Popcorn And Snacks Sold In 6 States Recalled Over Health Concerns, Fda Warns

Popcorn and Snacks Sold in 6 States Recalled Over Health Concerns, FDA Warns Revel Pix LLC / Shutterstock A favorite for movie-watching or a quick bite , popcorn is something many of us like to have on-hand. It’s always a crowd-pleaser, whether you enjoy it plain, with some butter, or with caramel for that salty-sweet combo. If you have popcorn at home, however, you’ll want to know that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has just issued a warning about popcorn and other snacks sold in six states....

December 21, 2025 · 4 min · 666 words · Joe Urban

Rob Lowe Says Warren Beatty Had An Affair With His Girlfriend When He Was 18

Rob Lowe Says Warren Beatty Had an Affair With His Girlfriend When He Was 18 Vinnie Zuffante/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images As a teen growing up in Malibu, Rob Lowe palled around with neighbors like Emilio Estevez and Sean Penn before he began his own Hollywood ascent through commercials and television. It wasn’t long before he was cast in 1993’s The Outsiders , directed by Francis Ford Coppola , and dating one of the most famous young actors of the time, Melissa Gilbert , star of Little House on the Prairie ....

December 21, 2025 · 4 min · 836 words · Harold Loree