Meghan Markle reveals a photo of her daughter Lilibet

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stepped down from their royal duties some four years ago, yet the public is still speculating about the exact reasons behind this decision that affected their relationship with the rest of the royals. One of the reasons, as per the couple themselves, was their attempt to get out of the limelight.

This, however, wasn’t something the wide public had fallen for, since both Harry and Meghan continued enjoying the media exposure in the States, giving interviews, publishing a book, and even taking on tours that resemble official royal engagements.

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However, although they remained in the spotlight, they do try their best to keep their children away from the media.

The truth is that Harry’s relationship with the media has always been a complex one, especially because he believes the media, especially the paparazzi, pushed his mother, Princess Diana, to her death.

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When Archie was born, Harry wasn’t much interested in revealing details surrounding the birth of the baby. However, he was forced into sharing with the people that Archie arrived into the world due to the breach of the “unwritten contract between the royals and the public.”

Harry and Meghan posed with him in front of the Portland Hospital in London, where he was born, as is the tradition.

“Today The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are delighted to share their first public moment as a family,” the Sussexes wrote.

Since then, not many photos of Archie have seen the light of the day.

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The same goes for Lilibet, Harry and Meghan’s daughter, who was born in the United States.

However, that changed when the Netflix documentary about Harry and Meghan, consisting of six episodes, aired. In the first episode of the documentary, the Sussexes provided people from all over the world with an intimate look into the family life at their home in Montecito, California, which was previously described as “Fort Knox,” and security is tight.

 
 
 
 
 
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With that said, fans were able to take a closer look at Archie and Lilibet as well.

When Lili turned one, the Sussexes had a small picnic party at Frogmore Cottage, their now-former UK home. Photos of the celebration was posted on the social media.

However, other than that, the public doesn’t get to see neither Archie, nor Lili. At least until recently, when they got to take a glance at the young prince and princess.

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When they released the family’s Christmas Card in December 2024, featuring six personal photos, there was a photo showing Archie and Lili.

The photo showed the little ones running into their parents’ open arms.

What caught the attention of many was Lili’s long auburn locks.

The family’s three adorable pet pooches, Guy, Pula and Momma Mia, are also shown on the photo.

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The rest of the photos included family trips, including their recent trips to Nigeria and Colombia.

The caption read: “On behalf of the office of Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Archewell Productions and Archewell Foundations. We wish you a very Happy Holiday Season and a joyful new year.”

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What it means when your body jerks as you fall asleep

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Hypnic jerks, or sleep starts, are the falling sensation we sometimes feel while drifting off to sleep.

The term hypnic, which is the short form of the word hypnagogic, represents the transition between wakefulness to sleep. This is the phase when these jerks occur. Researchers don’t know the exact reason why these jolts happen, but they do provide various theories.

These jerks are involuntary, meaning the person is not making their body to move willingly. In fact, they are described as muscle contractions felt in the entire body, or certain areas, like the arms or the legs.

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When falling asleep, the muscles relax entirely so the brain mistakenly assumes the person is really falling and reacts by twitching the muscles.

Although these jerks are harmless, they can sometimes affect the person’s quality of sleep.

Researchers suggest that stress, caffeine, or physical exhaustion can make these jerks more frequent.

Additionally, hypnic jerks can be triggered by sleep deprivation, vigorous exercise at night, and excessive nicotine consumption.

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Around 75% of the population has experienced these hypnic jerks during their lifetime.

However, if they persist and you believe they are caused by another reason, seek medical advice.

In order to reduce and get rid of these jerks make sure you adopt better sleeping habits, such as going to bed at the same time during the weeks, including weekends, keep your room temperature at around 65 to 68 degrees Fahrenheit, don’t use electronics at least an hour before going to bed, keep the room dark.

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Further, exercise regularly, reduce the alcohol and nicotine intake, as well as the caffeine intake.

To avoid hypnic jerks, try to complete your workout at least 90 minutes before bed to give your heart rate time to return to normal.

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10 benefits of elderberries (boosts immunity, supports heart health, and beyond)

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Elderberries are celebrated for the various health benefits they offer, especially for enhancing the immune system and promoting heart health.

They have been used for their medical properties for centuries. Even the ancient civilizations and the Indigenous communities used these berries to treat various conditions, such as fever and rheumatism. These people believed that elderberries can enhance the skin health, too.

Even today, they remain one of the key components of the traditional medicine.

Although the therapeutic properties of elderberries haven’t been researched into depth, there are a number of benefits they offer.

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Rich in nutrients

Among the rest, elderberries are rich in vitamin C, fiber, phenolic acids, and anthocyanins. At the same time, like most berries, they are low in calories but high in fiber. All of this helps boost the immune system.

Antioxidants

Their antioxidant properties make the elderberries the perfect fruit for fighting inflammation, reducing the risk of a number of chronic diseases, and supporting cellular health.

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May help against the cold and the flu

When it comes to fighting the flu, elderberries should be the first fruit to reach for, as their consumption reduces the severity and the duration of the infection.

Alternative medicine offers various syrups and capsules to help against the flu, with elderberries as the key component.

Good for the health of the heart

Research suggests that elderberries may offer heart health support by lowering blood fats and cholesterol. The flavonoids, such as anthocyanins, found in elderberries play a role in cardiovascular health and help reduce the risk of heart disease.

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Helps eliminate harmful bacteria

Elderberries possess natural antimicrobial qualities that help in fighting harmful bacteria and infections. Their bioactive compounds help prevent pathogen growth and boost the body’s immune defenses.

Helps fight cancer

These sweet berries that we all enjoy so much may be tiny, but they are powerful enough to help fight cancer. That’s all thanks to their ability to inhibit tumor growth and protect against DNA damage.

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Can protect against UV rays

By reducing oxidative stress and inflammation caused by sun exposure, elderberries may help protect the skin from harmful UV rays and reduce the risk of premature aging and sunburn.

Immune system support

All of the vitamins and antioxidant properties elderberries contain may help in supporting the immune system. That is one the reasons why we should include them in our diet.

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May help with depression

These berries contribute to the mental well-being, and with that, in the fight against depression.

May increase urination

Their diuretic properties make elderberries the perfect fruit to increase urine production and help flush out toxins from the body.

As with any fruit and food, we should consume elderberries in moderation.

Having them raw and in large quantities may affect the digestive system and even lead to poisoning because of certain toxic compounds they have.

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Mel Gibson proposed a ‘crazy’ conspiracy theory about the LA wildfires after his home was destroyed, which left many baffled

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Actor Mel Gibson has presented his own theory regarding the LA wildfires, and it left many baffled.

The Mad Max star lost his £12million Malibu home in the fires. That prompted a reaction from him that led to backlash.

“I can make all kinds of horrible theories up in my head – conspiracy theories and everything else – but it just seemed a little convenient that there was no water.

“And that the wind conditions were right and that there are people ready and willing and able to start fires,” he said, believing that the destruction could have been “commissioned” to clear homes off valuable land.

Following the reports that a suspect was arrested in relation to starting one of the fires, the actor asked if that person, whose identity hasn’t been revealed, was acting on their own or he could have been “commissioned” to do what he had done.

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“They seem pretty well equipped, some of these people that they’re catching.

“I know they were missing with the water, letting reserves go for one reason or another,” Gibson said in a recent interview with Fox News’ Laura Ingraham for The Ingraham Angle.

“They’ve been doing that a while. California has a lot of problems that sort of baffle the mind as far as why they do things.”

“And then in events like this, you sort of look, well, it is on purpose?

“Which, it’s an insane thing to think. But one begins to ponder whether or not there is a purpose in mind. What could it be? You know, what do they want? The state empty? I don’t know,” he added.

“But they seem pretty well equipped, these people that they are catching.”

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His claims sparked controversy among people.

“Conspiracy theories are his last claims to fame,” someone wrote on Twitter. “While people in California are fighting fires, these two are busy lighting fires,” another added. “Shameful,” a third posted.

Ingraham commented on what Gibson had to say, saying there have already been rumblings about high-density housing in the areas affected by the fires. The award-winning actor compared the situation with “old cattle barons clearing people off the land.”

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What happened to this 70s TV icon

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Until this very day, An Officer and a Gentleman remains one of the most iconic romantic dramas there are and a benchmark of what true love should stand for. However, the film wouldn’t be what it is without the stunning performances of Richard Gere and beautiful Debra Winger.

Even today, at the age of 69, Winger looks as enchanting as ever.

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At the age of 18, the actress was involved in a life-threatening accident. While working at an amusement park, she fell off a truck, resulting in a cerebral hemorrhage that left her partially paralyzed and blind for 10 months. Despite the odds, she had regained her sight and pursued career in acting.

Winger’s acting career started back in 1976 with the film Slumber Party ‘57. What followed was the role of Drusilla, the younger sister to Lynda Carter’s Diana Prince in Wonder Woman.

During the 1980’s, Winger landed three roles in three movies which took her to stardom and helped her make a name for herself.

In 1980, she starred in Urban Cowboy, with John Travolta, who the world went crazy about following his smooth dance moves in Saturday Night Fever (1977) and Grease (1988); she then starred as Paula in An Officer and a Gentleman (1982) and as Emma in Terms of Endearment (1983), alongside Shirley MacLaine.

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Amid her success, Winger took some time off Hollywood, and today, four decades later, there are still speculations of the reasons for her hiatus.

Rumor has it that she had it enough of Richard Gere on set.

According to an excerpt published on ABC News from the book, “An Actor and a Gentleman,” by co-star, Louis Gossett Jr., who played Sgt. Emil Foley: “The onscreen chemistry between the two of them was terrific, but it was a different story once the camera was turned off. They couldn’t have stayed farther apart from each other.”

Further, Gossett claimed that Winger described Gere as “a brick wall” when it came to his acting and referred to the director Taylor Hackford as to “animal.”

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When she played Emma, Winger’s free-spirited character clashed with that of prolific MacLaine. “To see how my character would feel I was wearing all my leftover movie-star fur coats,” MacLaine said in an interview with People of her first meeting with her co-star on the set of Terms of Endearment. “There was Debra dressed in combat boots and a miniskirt…I thought, ‘Oh my goodness.’”

“Indeed, the set became the source of Hollywood’s most relished rumors. Winger wanted top billing. One reportedly slugged the other,” People wrote.

Things between MacLaine and Winger turned even more heated when both actresses were nominated for an Academy Award which MacLaine received. In her acceptance speech, the veteran actress said, “I deserve this!”

Winger, however, said that her break for Hollywood was due to personal reasons and had nothing to do with her relationship with some of her co-stars.

“The parts that were coming, I wasn’t interested in. I’d already done that or I’d already felt that. I needed to be challenged. My life challenged me more than the parts, so I dove into it fully,” Winger told People.

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Following her role in Forget Paris, 1995, Winger took a six-year break during which she tied the knot with actor Arliss Howard with whom she shares a son. She also became a step-mother from his son from a previous relationship. Winger herself had a child from her first marriage to Timothy Hutton.

Winger reappeared in the 2001 film Big Bad Love, which was directed and produced by her husband, who also co-starred alongside Winger and Rosanna Arquette, who’s next project was 2002 film Searching for Debra Winger. As director of the documentary, Arquette attempts to answer why Winger temporarily abandoned her career at the peak of her career.

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Other films Winger took part in are Rachel Getting Married (2008) with Anne Hathaway, the 2017 romcom The Lovers, and the crime-comedy, Kajillionaire (2020), among the rest.

“I don’t know what Hollywood is. I’m living under the freaking sign now, and I just stare at it and laugh. Los Angeles is a place, but the idea of Hollywood doesn’t really exist for me,” Winger said. She added: “…although there must be some in-crowds that I just don’t know about.”

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Winger remains a significant part of the movie industry and looks as stunning as ever.

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Does drinking water first thing in the morning offer benefits?

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Approximately 60 percent of the human body is made up of water. With that in mind, we know water is essential for life, but have you ever wondered just how beneficial it is to drink water first thing in the morning?

The truth is that there are plenty of myths and truths about this morning practice, so let’s take a look at the potential benefits.

Water is crucial for most bodily functions, including controlling body temperature, aiding digestion, and facilitating the movement of nutrients and waste in and out of cells.

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Throughout the day, the body loses water through sweat, urine, breath, and body movements. So, it is essential to take enough water in order to make up for these loses.

Otherwise, it can lead to dehydration.

Having water first thing in morning is believed to rehydrate the body, but this isn’t entirely true.

Many people believe that the color of their urine is an indicator of how hydrated they are, but according to a number of studies, this does not necessarily reflect one’s hydration status accurately.

While drinking water first thing in the morning does offer certain benefits, the timing of water consumption may not be the determining factor in these outcomes.

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The claims that drinking water on an empty stomach improves mental performance or skin health are also not scientifically proven. Hydration does impact the body and skin regardless of the time of the day you have your water. The key is staying hydrated throughout the day, not necessarily drink water first thing in the morning.

When it comes to the relationship between drinking water and weight loss, it’s a complex one. Drinking enough water provides a feeling of fullness, and with that, reduced calorie consumption.

Studied claim that water-induced thermogenesis can accelerate metabolism, but the time we drink water doesn’t affect weight loss results significantly. What’s most, water consumption shortly before a meal might interfere with digestion.

The daily water intake depends on several factors, such as age, gender, activity level, and overall health.

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A common guideline many people stick to is the “8×8” rule. This refers to drinking 8-ounce glasses of water per day, but again, this is different from person to person.

In conclusion, drinking enough water throughout the day is essential for our overall health and well-being, though the time we drink it shouldn’t be a major concern.

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World’s most muscular woman shares how she looked before, and everyone is saying the same thing

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33-year-old female bodybuilder Nataliya Kuznetsova, a world champion in arm lifting, bench press, and deadlift, is dubbed the world’s most muscular woman.

This Russian “she-Hulk” was once a skinny teenager. What’s most, she used to be bullied because of it. At the age of 14, she only weighted 40kg.

Her father believed that hitting the gym could help her boost her self-confidence, and that’s when her journey in the world of bodybuilding started.

“I was a timid little mouse when I was growing up,” she recalls.

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These days, the world’s most muscular woman weighs between 246 and 275 pounds.

At 15, Nataliya became a champion in bodybuilding in her region of Zabaykalsky Krai, Russia.

“Just like everyone else I first went to the gym without a goal but after three months my trainer asked me if I wanted to take part in a bodybuilding competition.’’

That marked the start of her powerlifting career.

As per The Famous People, Nataliya won the 2014 Cup of Eurasia in Vologda, Russia, and was crowned the Cup Eastern Europe (GPA) Champion in 2015.

She has been setting records in powerlifting, deadlifting, and the NAP bench press.

“It’s not about being perfect—it’s about showing up, putting in the effort and getting the work done to get you were to envision yourself to be. Everyday is another opportunity to move forward a little more,” she wrote on her Facebook account.

Besides being the world’s most muscular woman, Nataliya has a degree from Moscow State Academy of Physical Culture. She has also taken part in the Bolshoi Theatre of Russia’s performance of Manon Lescaut.

This Russian “giant” is married to former bodybuilder Vladislav Kuznetsov, whom she calls her greatest support.

She’s bigger than him, but that doesn’t bother them.

“Our love story is quite modern. We met on the Internet, more precisely, on Odnoklassniki (a social network service in Russia). For a while, we only talked as friends,” she said in 2019.

Speaking to the LedBible, she said, “People definitely recognise me. An athletic body can be seen under clothes. Many people recognise me, ask to take a photo with them. Many people even know my name.”

Nataliya struggled to find sponsors in the past, but since her powerlifting career took off, many companies offered to work with her. Currently, she’s working with nutrition companies like Oxytropin and RPS Nutrition, among the rest.

She’s aware that her looks can be “terrifying” for some, but she adds: “The classical standards and norms are long gone.”

Nataliya says her best advisor is the mirror.

“Most of my Instagram followers are men. They stand for around 75%, and it’s about the same percentage on other social networks. They write a lot. Compliments to an athlete are no different than compliments to a non-athlete,” she said.

Currently, she’s retired from powerlifting and uses her fame to help others “achieve their potential.”

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Henry Winkler’s theory gains attraction as arsonists behind LA wildfires are caught on camera

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Henry Winkler’s theory that an arsonist has been behind the devastating LA wildfires caught the attention of many.

Amid the grief and rage felt by those who lost everything in the fires, they are looking for answers and seeking justice by those responsible for the catastrophic destruction.

It was on January 8, 2025, that the actor, best known as The Fonz from Happy Days, wrote on X, “There is an ARSONIST here in LA. May you be beaten unrecognizable!!! The pain you have caused!!!”

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His post has been seen by over 2 million people.

At the time, the LAPD stated, “There’s no way to know at this moment exactly where and how the series of fires started, but an investigation is underway.”

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While there were those who dubber Henry Winkler’s theory as a simple “rumbling,” the footage that was released later on showed he might be correct.

“People are lighting fires in otherwise non-burning urban areas of LA,” the viral clip that surpassed Winkler’s tweet with more than 6.5 million views combined, was captioned.

The video shows several people throwing flammable objects into a massive fire in Santa Monica, California, while onlookers watch in shock as the flames intensify and threaten nearby trees.

“Stay safe and call in any activity ASAP. We don’t need more flames out here,”a retweet wrote.

Sadly, certain citizens decided to add to the catastrophe with their actions.

“Disgusting. It feels like LA is under attack right now. Fires are everywhere. Stay safe!” someone wrote.

Thousands of homes, businesses, and landmarks have been destroyed, and according to reports, the death toll is 24. 

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The police reported that a suspect has been arrested in connection to the wildfires, but his identity has not been revealed. 

As per Fox News, the arrest happened around 4:30 p.m. Thursday, near the area of Arcos Drive and Galendo Street. The residents in the area witnessed a man on a bicycle carrying a torch and trying to lit old Christmas trees and garbage cans on fire. Luckily, they managed to stop him and even zip-tie him.

They detained the man until police arrived at the scene.

Netizens reacted with outrage to the videos of arsonists creating additional chaos, demanding their swift prosecution.

“Arrest them all now,” someone wrote. “This feels like a third-world country.”

“Did you get the name of the person you saw lighting the fire? We need to know!” another asked.

“I can’t believe this!” someone else added. “This is so evil.”

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“What’s with these arsonists? What are they trying to achieve?” a person asked.

“More than 99% chance there are bad actors going around taking advantage of the chaos.”

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The reactions by people on the social media, along with the videos, show that Henry Winkler’s theory about arsonists has been true all along.

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