Trump shows off ‘wrinkled and bruised hands’ amid health fear

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Despite being 79, President Donald Trump is said to be in great shape—at least according to Dr. Sean Barbabella, who performed Trump’s first physical examination, which also included a cognitive assessment, since his return to the White House.

“President Trump exhibits excellent cognitive and physical health and is fully fit to execute the duties of the Commander-in-Chief and Head of State,” Barbabella wrote in his report regarding the test results. “He remains in excellent health, exhibiting robust cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and general physical function.

“His active lifestyle continues to contribute significantly to his well-being.”

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Dr. Barbabella also shared that the president had underwent a colonoscopy in 2024 after discovering he had diverticulitis and a benign polyp. Trump was also reported to be taking medications for cholesterol and cardiac protection, in addition to a cream for a “skin condition.”

According to Barbabella, Trump had bilateral cataract surgery at some point.

Despite this, fears over Trump and his health emerged when the public spotted his hands being bruised during several occasions.

These fears were, however, dismissed by the White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt who claimed the bruises were a result of a lot of handshakes.

“President Trump has bruises on his hand because he’s constantly working and shaking hands all day every day.”

The president himself confirmed this in his interview with Time Magazine.

However, since recent photos of Trump’s hands showed visible bruises and wrinkles yet again, speculations arose.

According to Dr. Ola Otulana, a general practitioner and doctor at the Cassiobury Court rehabilitation facility in Watford, the bruise on the president’s right hand seems “consistent with a superficial contusion.” This means it can be a result of “minor trauma” like bumping into something, or possibly from having blood drawn.

“This could happen from something as commonplace as bumping the hand against a hard surface, repeated pressure like leaning on a cane or gripping something firmly, or even medical procedures like venepuncture or blood draw,” Dr. Otulana said, per Economic Times.

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The doctor does not rule out the possibility that Trump’s bruises could be due to medications such as blood thinners, aspirin, and other anti-inflammatory drugs.

These medications could “make bruises appear more easily and linger longer, which could be the case here.” He, however, states that the condition with the president’s hands shouldn’t raise red flags.

Trump’s bruised hands aren’t the only fear the public has regarding his health. Recently, during the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) that he attended, people claimed he was wearing a catheter under his suit.

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Australian couple with dwarfism have three children against all odds

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I guess it is in the humans’ nature to get curious about other people’s lives and ask a bunch of questions regarding their privacy. It’s not that all people are like this, but the fact is that majority tend to stick their noses in other people’s business. Take new married couples for example. The moment they tie the knot, those around them want to know when they are having a baby. Once they become parents, everyone is eager to learn when and if a second one is on the way.

In the case of Charli Worgan and her husband Cullen from Australia, both with different forms of dwarfism, a lot of people showed their concerns of why they made the decision to have babies.

This couple with dwarfism face plenty of criticism because they are parents. Crazy, isn’t it?

When Charlie gave birth to their first daughter, she shared the news on her Instagram account. Little did she know, however, that her life and her privacy would make so many people mad for something that’s not their business in the first place.

When she got pregnant with their third child, Charlie took to Instagram to share the struggles and all the procedures she had to go through, such as painful genetic testing. With each of the pregnancies, the babies were likely to inherit one or another form of dwarfism. They, however, could be of average height, or even inherit both their mom’s and dad’s form of dwarfism, which would be fatal, according to doctors.

“However when most at 12 weeks are celebrating the joy of being able to announce pregnancy, I was lining up for Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS – similar to an Amniocentesis) – that’s a massive needle through my abdomen to take a sample of placenta that carries a 2% rate of miscarriage, in order to test the genetic makeup of my baby.”

Daughters Tully and Tilba both have dwarfism, so the parents wanted to find out whether their third bundle of joy would have it too. In case he had both forms, the pregnancy had to be terminated. “If I can bring this little one into the world come March 2021, or if his or her journey finishes here.”

Luckily, baby Rip, who came into the world in February, is thriving just like his big sisters.

“I’ve copped criticism for choosing to have babies with these odds and that’s a whole conversation in itself, however by sharing this tiny piece of the puzzle those who doubt can see that bringing a child into this world with my odds is no simple decision and it’s all about being kind,” Charlie wrote.

The happy mom added: “I’m tired but I’m feeling ever so grateful and lucky. There’s no ‘correct’ way to do motherhood, but I’m sure as anything there’s no ‘wrong’ way either.”

This couple with dwarfism who beat all odds say they are very happy for this beautiful family of five

We wish them only the best life can bring.

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Avoid these common mistakes when drinking water

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The human’s body is made up of about 60% water on average. This percentage wary based on age, sex, and body composition.

In order for your body to function properly and efficiently, you need to keep it hydrated.

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.

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.

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But what if your water drinking habits are poor, insufficient, or simply wrong?

Experts advise drinking at least eight to ten glasses of water per day. However, the quantity you consume isn’t the sole factor to consider. In fact, knowing the right way to drink water is essential for achieving the best health benefits.

1. Drinking water while standing

    According to Ayurveda, considered by many scholars the oldest healing science, you should avoid drinking water while standing because that way it goes to your lower belly, not reaching the organs.

    “One’s nerves get tensed while drinking water when standing. It can disturb the fluid balance, and cause indigestion,” says Dr Pritam Moon, a consultant physician.

    2. Drinking too much water

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    If you believed there is no such a thing like too much water, you are wrong. In fact, consuming too much water can lead to hyponatremia, a condition when the sodium level in your blood drops too low. Symptoms include dizziness, nausea, vomiting, headache and confusion.

    Also, drinking too much water can cause swelling of the heart and the brain, as well as seizures and coma.

    3. Consuming water too quickly

    Since the body needs time to adjust to the temperature of the water, drinking it too quickly will prevent the body to do so which can lead to stomach cramps and nausea.

    4. Drinking water during meals

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    While water is essential for your body, consuming it during meals can sometimes cause bloating and indigestion. This is because the stomach may struggle to digest both solids and liquids at the same time.

    5. Having ice-cold water

    Ice-cold water may interfere with proper digestion. Although a glass of cold water sounds refreshing, especially during the hot summer days, it may shock the digestive system, tighten the blood vessels, and even slow down the heart rate.

    In addition, it forces your body to work harder in order to regain balance.

    It would be for the best to choose room temperature water instead.

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    Stage 4 cancer patient warns overlooked minor signs can mask a fatal disease

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    Susan Schmidt, a mother of two from Australia, was dealt a huge blow when diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer after she overlooked the mild symptoms. She’s now sharing her story in hopes of helping others catch the disease that turned her world upside down early.

    When she received the devastating diagnosis in September 2023, Susan was 45.

    “The diagnosis is incurable,” she shared with The Daily Mail. “The goal now is to stay well for as long as I can. I’ll probably resume chemotherapy after my next overseas trip.”

    According to Susan, people don’t tend to speak openly about their bowel habits since the topic is still considered taboo, but she believes that needs to change in order to help raise awareness.

    “I didn’t talk about my bowel habits, who does?” she said. “That’s part of the problem with bowel cancer. People don’t raise the alarm early enough.”

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    Recalling the symptoms she experienced before learning she had stage 4 bowel cancer, Susan said that such diagnosis never crossed her mind.

    What she experienced was fatigue, constipation, and two really intense episodes of pain. She added that she had never noticed blood in her stool.

    The first sign she experienced was unrelenting tiredness. This happened just four months before her diagnosis.

    “I’d drive my daughter 15 minutes to rowing, then have to stop on the way home and nap for 40 minutes,” Susan, who worked as physiotherapist recalled. “That’s not normal. That was a warning sign, but I brushed it off.”

    Later on, during a trip to France for a friend’s wedding, she experienced constipation for the first time in her life.

    “I just wasn’t going properly. I blamed the rich food, too much cheese, too much indulgence.” She added: “I didn’t think much of it.”

    The symptoms worsened after she returned to Brisbane when she “ended up on the bathroom floor in absolute agony. Vomiting, diarrhoea, unbearable pain. It lasted for eight hours.”

    Initially, she believed she caught salmonella from her horse that had the infection.

    “It was worse than childbirth. I was crawling into the shower, trying to relieve the pain with heat. It was a nine out of ten on the pain scale,” she told The Daily Mail.

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    When she visited the hospital, they weren’t looking for cancer, and she was told she was fine. But it wasn’t long after that she was told she had stage 4 bowel cancer.

    “I want people to know the signs. I want them to push for answers if something feels off,” she said. “Even if your blood work is normal, even if they say it’s stress, diet, or hormones, listen to your instincts.”

    Susan has since launched The Floozie Foundation, whose goal is “to build the resilience of patients and their support networks in adult cancer wards around Australia.”

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    Who could be drafted? Inside US draft rules if global war breaks out

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    Amid Middle East unrest and the US strikes on three nuclear sites—Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan—on June 21 in what has been dubbed “Operation Midnight Hammer,” Google searches for “World War III” and “U.S. draft rule and age” have spiked, reflecting growing concerns about potential military conscription.

    While the US currently has no active draft, it remains on standby under federal law and can be activated in cases of a national emergency.

    Following the Vietnam War, US abolished military conscription in January 1973.

    A recent survey by the Atlantic Council shows that 69% of responders believe a war between powerful nations may take place within the next ten years.

    Since three generations of Americans have not been required to serve in the military, many of them are unfamiliar with the nation’s draft procedures.

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    First to be drafted are men aged twenty. Additional drafts would include those turning 21 to 25, followed by 19- and 18-year-olds if more troops were needed. Over 16 million men 18–25 are registered, while 1.3 million currently serve.

    The Selective Service includes citizens, non-citizens, refugees, asylum seekers, transgender people assigned male at birth, as well as men with disabilities.

    The only exemptions from the US draft apply to men who, before turning 18, are placed in long-term care or confined at home with medical assistance, remaining so without interruption until turning 26.

    Further, ministers, certain elected officials, and some dual nationals are also exempted from the draft, while those who are in college can ask their service to be postponed.

    In case of change of law, women can be drafted too.

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    Draft registrations are handled by the Selective Service website and post offices. The registration is mandatory by age 18. Failure to register may result in felony charges, maximum penalties of five years in jail, and fines of $250,000. 

    According to expert, these felony convictions can lead to losing the right to vote and possess a firearms, and losing eligibility for government employment and federal student financial aid.

    Possible drafts require Congressional approval by amending the Military Selective Service Act.

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    Bruce Willis’ daughter Rumer shares heartbreaking message

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    In an emotional Father’s Day message, Bruce Willis’ daughter, Rumer Willis, shared an update on her father’s battle with frontotemporal dementia.

    The Die Hard star received the devastating diagnosis in 2023. A year prior, the family shared that he suffered from aphasia, a condition that affected his cognitive abilities. With the diagnosis came the news of his retiring from acting.

    His family provided him with extreme support and has been updating his fans of Bruce’s condition regularly.

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    Expressing her pain, Rumer wrote “Today is hard, I feel a deep ache in my chest to talk to you and tell you everything I’m doing and what’s going on in my life.

    “To hug you and ask you about life and your stories and struggles and successes. I wish I asked you more questions while you could still tell me about it all.”

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    Her message to her father continued: “But I know you wouldn’t want me to be sad today so I’ll try to just be grateful reminding myself how lucky I am that you’re my dad and that you’re still with me and I can still hold you and hug you and kiss your cheek and rub your head I can tell you stories.

    “I can watch the way your eyes light up when you see Louetta I will be grateful for every moment I have with you. I love you so much dad happy Father’s Day. Sending love to all those who are in the boat with me or have lost their fathers, to the single moms who are the dads too, to my future baby daddy…❤️”

    Willis’ wife, Emma Heming Willis, also paid tribute to the actor on Father’s Day.

    Since her husband’s diagnosis, Emma took on the role of advocate, offering honest glimpses into the powerful highs and crushing lows of their new normal.

    Back in 2024, Emma shared with Town & Country: “As his language started changing, it (seemed like it) was just a part of a stutter, it was just Bruce. Never in a million years would I think it would be a form of dementia for someone so young.

    “I say that FTD whispers, it doesn’t shout. It’s hard for me to say, this is where Bruce ended, and this is where his disease started to take over.”

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    The dog named Hope who changed my life

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    When I went to the hardware store that slow weeknight when the aisles are half-stocked to grab some duck tape and some batteries, I never assumed a sudden encounter would change my life forever.

    As I was walking along the aisles, I spotted a dog. Just sitting. Calm. Perfectly still.

    There was a leash stretching on the floor, looking as though someone dropped it and walked off.

    I tried to look for the owner, but there was no one around. After ten minutes passed, I figured I should take the dog—whose name, Hope, was written on a tag with no number or address—to the front desk and ask if anyone had reported a missing dog.

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    When the cashier spotted Hope, she said, “I guess she doesn’t have an owner. She comes to the store every now and then and we simply let her in. Never with anyone. Just… appears. And waits.”

    I got curious. “Wait for what?” I asked.

    The cashier shrugged. But then she said something that sent a chill down my spine.

    “I believe she waits for her owner who will never show up. You know how dogs are. They wait until forever, and never get tired.”

    Hope’s owner either left her behind or passed away, and she was still waiting for them to appear and take her home.

    At that moment, my heart broke into a million pieces.

    That evening, I took the dog home, and Hope settled into my couch as though she had always belonged there.

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    The following day, I made flyers, half hoping that no one will come forward.

    Over the following days, Hope started transforming my life. My mornings grew calmer, and my nights quieter. She provided me with the peace and purpose I didn’t even know I need.

    Some two weeks later, Hope left the house and I followed after her. Not surprisingly, she headed towards the hardware store where I found her and sat by the door.

    As I approached closer, I noticed something on the nearby bulletin board. There was a photo of a woman with Hope. It read, “In Loving Memory of Maria Ellison, 1974–2025. She always believed in second chances.”

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    Hope wasn’t lost. She had been returning to that place honoring someone who meant everything to her; someone she loved and never forgot.

    Today, Hope and I have a mission—volunteering and helping people heal emotionally.

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    Pray for George Strait!

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    Country music icon George Strait suffered the loss of two very special individuals saying he “won’t ever be the same.” 

    Posting on the social media, Strait, 71, shared his tributes to his “treasured” band member, Gene Elders, and his manager of 45 years, Ervine “Erv” Woolsey. The two music legends died within hours of each other, leaving Strait heartbroken.

    “Hard to believe we lost two of our music family members on the same day. Our Ace In the Hole treasured band member Gene Elders passed away yesterday afternoon shortly after we lost Erv,” Strait wrote. “All of our prayers go out to both families. Me and the band won’t ever be the same without our brother Gene. We loved him so much. Go play with Mike again Geno. We’ll come join you guys later.”

    Elders, a native of Austin, Texas, had been with Strait’s Ace In the Hole band since 1984. He played the fiddle and mandolin for Strait and had previously been with Lyle Lovett’s Large Band for 11 years.

    Strait’s manager and “most importantly my friend for even longer” was one of the most renowned managers in Nashville, Tennessee.

    According to Strait’s post, Woolsey died due to complications from surgery despite fighting hard. “He had complications from a surgery and just couldn’t overcome it. He was a very tough man, and fought hard, but sadly it was just too much,” the singer wrote.

     
     
     
     
     
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    Strait’s fans shared their condolences. “I can’t believe it. So many great ones, so many years of bringing us wonderful music. Thinking of you all 🙏🏻,” one fan wrote. “I loved listening to his fiddle playing during your songs,” another added.

    Kyle Young, CEO of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, also celebrated Ervine’s legacy, acknowledging his contributions to the careers of numerous country artists, including Lee Ann Womack, Dierks Bentley, and Clay Walker.

    “Without the savvy and determination of Erv Woolsey, we may never have heard of George Strait,” he told Variety. “Erv heard Strait in a Texas bar in 1975 and was an immediate fan and proponent, when others said the singer sounded too traditional. 

    As an MCA Records exec, Erv pushed to sign Strait in 1981 and supported his refusal to change his image or sound. Strait went on to become a superstar, revitalizing country music’s traditions.

    “All of us owe Erv Woolsey an enormous debt of gratitude for leading with his convictions and always supporting artists and new talent,” Young added. 

    Our thoughts and prayers go to George Strait and the grieving families of his two longtime friends.

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