Katie Duncan, an end-of-life nurse and a a ‘death care coach’ who has witnessed many deaths throughout her career, shares insights of what happens when someone nears death.
Duncan has worked across intensive care units, home hospices, and long-term care facilities. Over the years, she has noticed patterns at her patients that she describes as both inexplicable and deeply touching.
Her TikTok videos are very popular and in the most recent ones, she spoke of a “mystical” phenomenon that is part of the dying process.
Katie Duncan shares one movement people make when they near death – TikTok/@death.care.coach
Duncan observed that as they shuffle off this mortal coil, many patients reach upwards, as though trying to grasp something above them.
“In my experience, it’s very common,” she said in the video. “You’ll literally see someone reach up, like they’re trying to hold someone’s hand or touch something in the air.”
These movements are sometimes accompanied with what she describes as end-of-life visions.
“People often say they’re seeing someone, a loved one, a pet, even an angel or a bright light,” she explained. “Other times, they don’t speak at all, but still reach up, as if sensing a presence.”
While they do so, the patients are not in distress. On the contrary, they seem to be at ease.
“If anything, they seem comforted,” she said. “These visions, whatever their origin, often bring people a deep sense of calm.”
Duncan adds, “It’s one of the more mysterious aspects of death that we’re lucky enough to witness as caregivers. It’s humbling.”
As with any of her videos, people reacted to this one too, sharing their personal experiences of their loved ones doing the same movement as they were near death.
“My dad reached up with both arms. Prior to this, he couldn’t lift his arms at all,” one person shared.
“When I witnessed this I didn’t want to disturb him at all. It was a really special experience,” another added.
“This is the in-between. What a privilege to witness,” a third wrote.
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President Donald Trump has appointed former Fox News host and New York prosecutor Jeanine Pirro the interim US attorney for Washington, DC.
Taking to Truth Social, the POTUS wrote, “I am pleased to announce that Judge Jeanine Pirro will be appointed interim United States Attorney for the District of Columbia,” dubbing her a “powerful crusader for victims of crime.”
“She excelled in all ways,” Trump went on, praising her career as a TV host. “In addition to her Legal career, Jeanine previously hosted her own Fox News Show, Justice with Judge Jeanine, for ten years, and is currently Co-Host of The Five, one of the Highest Rated Shows on Television,” the president added.
Fox News also praised Pirro’s work. A spokesperson for FOX News Media said in a statement, “Jeanine Pirro has been a wonderful addition to The Five over the last three years and a longtime beloved host across FOX News Media who contributed greatly to our success throughout her 14-year tenure. We wish her all the best in her new role in Washington.”
On the same day she was sworn into office, Jeanine Pirro announced the sentencing of two individuals involved in a dangerous daylight drive-by shooting near an elementary school in Washington, DC.
The two men, Rasheed Mullins, 27, and Josiah Warfield, 24, received federal prison sentences of over seven years. They both pleaded guilty to assault with intent to murder while armed.
The incident took place in April 2024 and caught the attention of the public because it happened near a school.
Pirro’s office made an announcement of another indictment on Thursday, confirming that Te’Vaughn Brown, 20, was charged with felony assault on a senior citizen before a Nationals baseball game last August, with the trial set for July 14.
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Phil Robertson, star and patriarch of Duck Dynasty, died aged 79, his family said in a statement.
“We celebrate today that our father, husband, and grandfather, Phil Robertson, is now with the Lord,” his daughter-in-law Korie Robertson, wife of Willie Robertson, posted on Facebook.
“Thank you for the love and prayers of so many whose lives have been impacted by his life saved by grace, by his bold faith, and by his desire to tell everyone who would listen the Good News of Jesus. We are grateful for his life on earth and will continue the legacy of love for God and love for others until we see him again,” the post continued.
Phil Robertson rose to fame after founding the Duck Commander hunting company that turned into a multi-million dollar business.
The reality series Duck Dynasty, which ran from 2012-2017, followed the lives of the members of the Robertson family, turning them into a much loved celebrities. In fact, the show became the most-watched nonfiction cable series in history just a year after it first aired.
Before becoming a TV personality, Phil Robertson played football at Louisiana Tech.
The school, where he was a starting quarterback, paid their tributes with a post on the social media.
“We are saddened to learn of the passing of former LA Tech quarterback, Phil Robertson,” they said in a statement. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the Robertson family during this time.”
My dad has gone to be with the Lord today! He will be missed but we know he is in good hands, and our family is good because God is very good! We will see him again! #PhilRobertson#Jesus
His grandson Will Robertson posted a photo from his childhood and wrote, “my Papaw Phil went home to the Lord today. His life, his testimony, and his devotion to God was so powerful [sic].”
“i’m forever grateful for his time spent on earth, and i’m thankful to know he’s sitting in his recliner talking to Jesus. love you Papaw 🩶[sic].”
“He’s got a blood disorder, and then he’s got the mental issues that could be early [on-set] Alzheimer’s … and probably some ministrokes because of his blood,” Willie told the publication. “And so, it could be some stroke stuff happening, that has happened. So, we’re still checking on all that.
“But then he also has a back issue. He’s fractured his back and that’s where the pain’s at. So, he’s kind of battling many different things at the same time.”
The Robertson family will be back on TV with the series Duck Dynasty: The Revival that will air this summer. It will feature the lives of Willie and Korie Robertson, their adult children, and their grandkids as they continue the family’s legacy.
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When I took that flight to LA, I never assumed it would change everything for me, yet, my life was never the same from that day on.
As I took my seat, I immediately started going through the bunch of papers I had revised over and over again and the presentation that was about to secure me a new job position as an architect at a high-profile company.
However, almost an hour into the flight that changed everything, a flight attendant approached and asked to see my passport.
“Is something wrong with my reservation?” I asked, surprised and a bit worried.
“No, miss,” she said. “It’s just… the captain would like to see you once we land.”
“The captain!?” I asked, my confusion only getting worse.
He looked at me for a couple of seconds before he said, “You don’t. But I am your father.”
“My father?” I asked, shocked. “But my mom told me my father passed away before I was even born,” I said.
“You see… your mother and I dated for some time, and then she suddenly vanished from my life. I had no idea where she was, but then a relative of hers told me that she had given birth to a girl. And I knew deep down that you were mine.”
It turned out he knew my name and my birthday, and that was it. He tried finding me, but he wasn’t sure if we wanted him in our life.
When he saw the passengers’ list, he could feel deep down that I was his Courtney, and the birth date the flight attendant saw in my passport only confirmed what he suspected.
At that moment, I experienced a rollercoaster of emotions. Tears started rolling down my face. I gave my father a hug and I was happy I met him, but at the same time, I felt anger because my mother hid the truth from me.
When I finally found courage to confront my mother, she broke down in tears. She said that when she learned she was pregnant, she got scared. She wasn’t sure if my dad wanted a child, so she decided to vanish from his life.
Eventually, she and Steve met. It felt to both of them as though they never split. Their feeling for one another emerged, but still, they decided to take things slowly.
It’s incredible how life works sometimes.
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Donald Trump was sworn in Monday as the 47th president of the United States, returning to the White House for the second time. In his address, he said “The golden age of America begins right now.”
He added that the country will “flourish and be respected” under his leadership as a “peacemaker and a unifier.”
The president stated that God had saved him from the assassination, allowing him “to make America great again.”
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JULY 20: Former President Donald J. Trump and Melania Trump exit the funeral of Ivana Trump at St. Vincent Ferrer Roman Catholic Church July 20, 2022 in New York City. Ivana Trump, the first wife of former U.S. President Donald Trump, died at the age of 73 after a fall down the stairs of her Manhattan home. (Photo by Alexi J. Rosenfeld/Getty Images)
When it comes to the First Lady, Melania Trump, reports are she won’t be living full-time at the White House.
In fact, she would be splitting her time between various locations.
With the couple’s son, Barron Trump, starting university in New York, the Slovenian former model-turned First Lady would be spending some time there, as well as at their Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida.
That Trump has been eager to serve as a president again was more than evident, but the same couldn’t be said of his wife.
Official portrait of President Donald J. Trump, Friday, October 6, 2017. (Official White House photo by Shealah Craighead)
In an interview to discuss her memoir, titled Melania, she was asked whether there would be any differences in how she and Donald moved into the White House this time, compared to their move after the Obama administration.
“The difference is I know where I will be going, I know the rooms where we will be living. I know the process,” Melania told Fox & Friends.
“The first time was challenging, we didn’t have much of the information, the information was upheld (withheld) for us from previous administration.”
According to her, things will be smoother this time around. It will be partly because she and her husband are not relying on their predecessors for key pieces of information.
“But this time I have everything, I have the plans. I could move in, I already packed – I already selected the furniture that needs to go in.
“So it’s a very different transition this time, second time around.”
Former First Lady Michelle Obama did not join her husband at Trump’s swearing-in ceremony.
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Many people struggle to lose weight and achieve their ideal appearance, but the truth is, it’s rarely easy or straightforward. In fact, weight loss requires time, patience, and persistence.
In order to reach their goal, people try different diets, use various shakes and pills, and go to even greater lengths — often at the expense of their health and overall well-being.
Most recently, intermittent fasting has been promoted as a healthy way of losing and maintaining weight, with a number of celebrities and athletes swearing by it.
In fact, intermittent fasting has been around for centuries before becoming a global trend.
Back in the old days, long before diet plans and macro tracking became a thing, people did not eat according to a schedule. They ate whenever they had food. Now, food is everywhere, at least in the developed world, which has revolutionized the way we eat.
“This has shifted our eating patterns,” said Dr Vicki Catenacci, a nutrition researcher at the University of Colorado. “People now eat, on average, throughout a 14-hour period each day.”
When food is always within reach, our bodies are almost never at rest from digestion. The good thing is that fasting gives them that pause.
Intermittent fasting doesn’t focus on the food you consume, but the timing of your meals.
If done correctly, intermittent fasting can help stabilize blood sugar and boost how your body responds to insulin.
However, it is not for everyone.
Recently, a popular YouTube channel shared a 55-second-long video that shows what happens with the body during a 36-hour-fast.
During the first four hours of not consuming any food, the body stars burning fat, which certainly leads to weight loss, but what happens next is rather shocking.
Just like with any restrictive diet, intermittent fasting can have side effects.
According to The Emily Program, some of the side effects — that don’t apply to everyone — are excessive hunger, headaches, dizziness, digestive issues, mood changes, bad breath, sleep disturbances, dehydration, excessive urination, and nutrient deficiencies and malnutrition among the rest.
The benefits, however, are impressive.
What happens after 8 hours without food
Approximately eight hours after your last meal, your blood sugar starts to drop. It is during this time that the body transitions from relying on blood sugar to relying on glycogen, which is stored in the muscles and in the liver. This stage is quite subtle, as many people experience it while they sleep, but it is the start of the body’s transition away from relying on constant fuel intake.
Around 12 hours: metabolic switching begins
After about twelve hours of fasting, the glycogen is depleted. As a result, the body relies on fat for energy since glucose is not readily available. The fat in the body is then converted to ketones, which can be used to fuel the body’s muscles and the brain. This is one of the reasons why fasting is associated with fat burning.
At this point, the levels of insulin are low, which is beneficial since the body won’t store more fat. Additionally, people who fast reported that they have clearer mind and consistent energy levels once this point is reached.
At 16 hours: autophagy turns on
Sixteen hours into fasting, the body’s process of autophagy becomes more prominent. Autophagy is the body’s natural recycling process. It involves the body’s breakdown of old, dysfunctional, or inefficient cell parts and the reuse of these parts to rebuild new, healthy cells. It is like a cleaning process for the cells.
This process is crucial for overall health and well-being. The body becomes more efficient and more resilient when it gets rid of the cellular waste. Autophagy is a natural process that occurs in the body, but it’s the fasting that seems to turn it up.
By the twenty-fourth hour, the body is in fat-burning mode. The body produces more ketones, reduces inflammation, and increases its sensitivity to insulin. This could be the reason some individuals report that they no longer crave as much food as they did in the beginning. They also report they are able to maintain their energy levels for longer periods of time.
At this point, the body has gone into a repair mode. It conserves its energy by eliminating non-essential processes while enhancing its survival mechanisms.
30 hours and beyond: deeper cellular renewal
Thirty hours into fasting is when the “deep cleaning” begins, and after thirty-six hours, the body reaches maximum autophagy during which body regenerates tissues and boosts your metabolism.
This phase is linked to regeneration and optimizing metabolism.
At thirty-six hours, autophagy can be at its peak. During this phase, the body is extremely efficient at recycling, repairing tissues, and dealing with stress. Metabolism is not slowing down; rather, the body is becoming more flexible with its metabolism.
While all of this sounds impressing, the reality is that fasting isn’t about taking the body to the extremes. Not every individual should engage in long periods of fasting, since even shorter periods of fasting allow the body to reap the benefits of the metabolic shift and the reduction of insulin.
The real key is to allow the body to take a break from the constant state of consuming food. This means whether it is through the act of overnight fasting, time-restricted eating, or spacing meals, the real aim is to get the body into balance.
The reason that fasting works is because it utilizes the systems the body was designed to work with. Fasting, done in a way that is safe and effective, reminds the body how to heal, reset, and work more efficiently, just as it was designed to do thousands of years ago.
Many people gave intermittent fasting a go end up having many personal stories to share that extend beyond the information that can be found in the science. Some individuals report that they end up having more energy and being more alert as their body enters a state of ketosis. In one personal story, it was shared that the individual who was fasting with the 16:8 method noticed that they did not experience as much bloating as they did in the past as their body adjusted to the longer period of fasting.
Within online communities, there are many personal stories about individuals who attempt fasting for longer periods of time. Some individuals report that they can fast for up to 48-72 hours and notice that they end up with a higher level of focus as well as less inflammation in their body. However, they note that the fasting process can be challenging as the energy levels can decrease as the fasting period begins.
The person sharing this story noted, “Important: I don’t recommend anyone try this without careful preparation. I ease in with shorter fasts, clean keto-style eating, and always listen to my body. This isn’t medical advice — just my N=1.”
Experts in nutrition and health have also shared their opinion on intermittent fasting. Dr. Frank Hu, a professor of nutrition and epidemiology at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, comments on how intermittent fasting may help put the body in short-term ketosis and may help with weight loss by making it simpler to know when to eat. However, it has not been shown to be more effective than conventional caloric restriction.
“You can’t follow it now and then and expect any significant changes,” says Dr. Hu, according to Harvard Medical School. “But if you get off schedule for a day or two, you haven’t negated your efforts. Just pick it up again and keep going. Eventually, you may see intermittent fasting become a part of your everyday life.”
Other scientific studies also discuss that the process of fasting causes the metabolism process to change from glucose-based to fat-based, which can help reduce the levels of inflammation, balance blood glucose levels, and also assist the body in various cellular processes such as autophagy, although the evidence supporting the benefits of fasting is mostly from animal and early human trials.
It is also noteworthy that not all experts are praising the benefits of fasting, as various studies also reveal that the benefits of weight loss from the process of fasting are similar to those from other traditional means of dieting, and the benefits such as autophagy are not well supported.
The above statements and opinions from real-life experiences and experts prove that although the process of fasting indeed causes various noticeable changes, it is not necessarily effective for all, and the key to the process is to consider it wisely and consult your healthcare professional about the process.
*Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Intermittent fasting is not suitable for everyone. Consult a healthcare professional before starting, especially if you have a medical condition, are pregnant, or have a history of eating disorders. Individual results may vary.
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Donald Trump’s niece, Marry Trump — the daughter of his late brother Frank who died of heart-attack in 1981 — has been a vocal critic of her uncle.
In 2020, she published the all-tell book Too Much and Never Enough in which she wrote about Donald and the Trump family.
Among the rest, she wrote in the book that the president is “utterly incapable of leading this country and it’s dangerous to allow him to do so.”
Trump’s niece dubbed his return to Office for the second time “uniquely dangerous times.”
During a recent interview with The Telegraph Marry expressed her fears of her uncle aiming to remain president for life. She believes he would intend to do so in case he’s given the opportunity to run for the third time, which is currently not allowed based on the Constitution.
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Regardless of what the law states, Trump recently claimed there was a “loophole” that he could use.
So far, Donald Trump has opened up about the idea of a third term a number of times, but not many believed he was serious – unless not until recently, when he clearly hinted there are ways for him to continue his presidency beyond 2028.
“A lot of people want me to do it. But, I mean, I basically tell them we have a long way to go, you know, it’s very early in the administration,” he explained. “I’m focused on the current.
“I like working. I’m not joking. But I’m not – it is far too early to think about it,” he said, adding “there are methods which you could do it.”
Speaking of this possibility, Marry Trump said of her uncle that “It’s not about whether or not he’ll run. It’s about whether or not he’ll leave. It’s more likely that he’ll just say, ‘I’m president for life and I’m not going anywhere’. And he’ll challenge people to get rid of him.
“What enforcement mechanism is there to drag the guy who just lost the election but is in the Oval Office? How do you get rid of him? We don’t know, because we’ve never had this problem. I think he’s willing to challenge that.”
She added: “America is a deeply broken country and it has been for a long time. Donald is not an anomaly. He is, I think, the logical conclusion to the last 40 years of Republican degradation.”
She has also criticized the Democrats for failing to prepare better for the elections.
“The Democrats continue to not just fail to meet the moment, they fail to understand the moment… And one of my biggest criticisms of the Biden administration is that they didn’t see a second Trump term coming and they failed to prepare adequately.” she said.
“Part of it was complacency, part of it was just a failure of understanding where people in this country were. Part of it was honestly just failing to recognise what was happening globally.
“Incumbents in every single country, regardless of political affiliation, were losing by massive margins.”
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Barack Obama’s name surfaced during Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal trial when the singer’s former personal assistant David James testified that A-list guests at the rapper’s infamous parties took various drugs, including “pills in the shape of the former president’s face.”
According to James — who recalled being told his job was to please the mogul when he was hired by a Bad Boy Entertainment executive — Diddy used narcotics excessively throughout the day. He travelled with a bag full of drugs, including “some advil, tylenol.”
“He had water pills to help him lose weight, viagra, pills that helped increase his sperm count,” James said of his former boss. Further, he added Diddy would take Percocets during the day and ecstasy at night.
As he went on to explain how he was frequently told to arrange the “freak off” s*xual performance sessions, James broke down in tears.
He also said that he had taken ecstasy once during a party when Diddy filmed him blackmailed him.
As witnesses take the stand, several celebrities have been dragged into the trial, including singer Usher.
According to the testimony of Dawn Richards — a former member of girl group Danity Kane that was signed to Diddy’s Bad Boy Records label and a close friend of Diddy’s ex Cassie Ventura — Usher was present at a restaurant when Diddy assaulted Cassie by hitting her in the stomach, the Daily Mailreported.
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Rapper Ne-Yo and Interscope Records co-founder Jimmy Iovine were also present, according to Richards.
However, while many witnessed the assault, no one did anything to defend Cassie.
He then asked Cassie to leave the place. On the way out, he grabbed her “by the neck and popped her, slapped her in the mouth.”
This wasn’t the first time Richards witnessed the disgraced rapper punching, choking, and slapping his girlfriend in the mouth.
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During the trial, she recalled Diddy assaulting Cassie with a skillet of eggs in 2009. He then warned her she could go missing.
Diddy is on trial for s*x trafficking, racketeering, and transportation to engage in prostitution charges. He pleaded not guilty.
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British professional boxer Georgia O’Connor died of cancer aged 25. She was a decorated Team GB, winning the Commonwealth Youth gold in 2017.
O’Connor was a five times National and Commonwealth Champion, as well as a two-time World and European Medalist.
She went pro in 2021, going 3-0.
Her last fight as a professional took place in October 2022, outpointing Joyce Van Ee on an all-female card at London’s O2 Arena.
Boxer Georgia O’Connor shared her cancer diagnosis on January 31 and died just four months later, on May 22.
Days before her passing, she married her boyfriend, Adriano, whom she called her hero.
Boxer Georgia O’Connor married her husband days before dying of cancer. Instagram / georgiaoconnor_1
Posting a photo of her ring, O’Connor wrote, “The day I married the love of my life.”
In a social media post, O’Connor blasted the UK’s publicly funded healthcare system.
“For 17 weeks since the start of October, I’ve been in constant pain, going back and forth between Durham and Newcastle RVI A&E knowing deep down something was seriously wrong,” O’Connor wrote. “I said from the start I felt it was cancer. I KNEW the risks. I have colitis and PSC, two diseases that dramatically increase the chances of getting it. I KNOW how high my risk is and they do too. They always did.”
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In the same post, she accused doctors of not taking her condition seriously and failing to diagnose her because they refused to run tests.
“Not one doctor did the scans or blood tests I begged for whilst crying on the floor in agony. Instead, they dismissed me. They gaslit me, told me it was nothing, made me feel like I was overreacting,” she wrote. “They refused to scan me. They refused to investigate. They REFUSED to listen.”
The young boxer shared that not only her cancer spread, but doctors also found potentially fatal blood clots in her lungs.
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“And now? Now the cancer has spread. And if that wasn’t enough, throughout this whole time there’s been BLOOD CLOTS all over my lungs. That ALONE could have killed me instantly.”
She condemned the National Health Service of being a “broken system.”
“They could have done something before it got to this stage. But they didn’t. Because this is the state of the NHS – a broken system that fails young people like me over and over again.
“A system that makes people suffer, that sends them home in agony, that lets cancer spread whilst the thick, stupid, mindless ‘doctors’ shrug their shoulders.”
We are heartbroken by the passing of Georgia O’Connor. A true warrior inside and outside the ring, the boxing community has lost a talented, courageous and determined young woman far too soon.
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On their website, NHS states that ulcerative colitis — a chronic inflammatory bowel disease O’Connor suffered from — can significantly increase the risks of developing cancer.
O’Connor passing has been announced by her promotion company BOXXER.
“We are heartbroken by the passing of Georgia O’Connor,” BOXXER said in a statement on X. “A true warrior inside and outside the ring, the boxing community has lost a talented, courageous and determined young woman far too soon.”
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Joe Biden’s cancer diagnosis caused a stir among the public. While many shared their support, others — mainly MAGA supporters — accused him of keeping his diagnosis a secret due to the fact that prostate cancer usually takes time to spread and Biden’s has been aggressive and already spreading to his bones.
President Donald Trump and Vice-President JD Vance were among those who questioned Biden’s transparency regarding his health while serving as the head of the country.
Now, a top oncologist who used to work with Joe Biden says he has probably had the cancer for “a decade.”
Dr Ezekiel Emanuel, who took part in crafting the the Obama-era Affordable Care Act, shared on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” that Biden likely had cancer while serving as a president.
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Host Joe Scarborough asked the doctor, “I just want to stop you here. So, this is not speculation. If you have prostate cancer that has spread to the bone, then he most certainly–you are saying had it when he was president of the United States.”
Dr Emanuel replied, “Oh, yeah. He did not develop it in the last 100 to 200 days.
“He had it while he was president. [Biden] probably had it at the start of his presidency in 2021. Yes, I don’t think there’s any disagreement about that.”
Although guidelines recommend against prostate cancer screening for men 70 and older, Dr Emanuel stated that both Presidents Obama and George W. Bush underwent prostate cancer tests, and that “it is a little surprising that the doctor didn’t take it” when Biden was at the White House.
He also added that it is very surprising doctors didn’t diagnose Biden earlier.
In light of the former president’s diagnosis, a 2022 video of Biden in Massachusetts resurfaced on social media, showing him speaking about the effects of pollution on health.
At one moment, he could be heard saying, “That’s why I—and so damn many other people I grew up with—have cancer.”
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According to the White House, Biden’s off-script comment was about his past non-melanoma skin cancer that had been removed at the time of his speech.
Trump and many of his supporters accused Biden’s wife, Jill Biden, of being aware of her husband’s health condition and still encouraging him to run for a second term.
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What started as a sugar craving became a dangerous addiction with health consequences for a man who consumed 7 liters of soda for an entire decade.
The case of the man, known as BA, has been featured in an episode of the YouTube channel Chubbyemu that spreads awareness by sharing medical incidents.
BA, 48, was sent to the ER “with sudden onset weakness.”
Until the age of 30, he was leading a rather healthy life but he then took a new job at a company where there was “free, unlimited soda for employees to drink.”
Over time, he got addicted to the sugary drink and the more he had it, the thirstier he got. What’s more, he would always wake up feeling extremely thirsty and instead of having water, he would drink more soda.
Eventually, he developed “short of breath,” stomach ache, and brain fog that ultimately led to “stuttering and slurring his words.”
One day, he was found unconscious at his desk at work and rushed to the hospital where they discovered his sugar levels were so high that he entered a diabetic coma.
At the time, he didn’t tell the doctors about his soda drinking habit because he thought it was irrelevant.
He was sent home with proper medications for his high blood sugar, his high blood pressure, and his cholesterol.
On the way home, he got himself a few cans of soda, unaware it was what made him sick in the first place.
Soon after, he collapsed again.
Doctors discovered his potassium levels were extremely high, his muscles were “spilling their contents out,” a condition known as “rhabdomyolysis,” and his kidneys were also “shutting down.”
Feeling unwell, he called his wife to bring him some soda to help him with his thirst and his massive headache. Looking at him drinking the soda, a student realized the consumption of the drink could be behind BA’s condition.
“In the kidneys, huge excess sugar from drinking one to two gallons of soda every day for 10 years can make it harder to absorb water because the water will want to stay with the sugar,” his doctor explained.
The caffeine in the soda interfered with blood flow and water balance, causing BA’s body to dehydrate and his kidneys to fail.
He was told to stop drinking the soft drink, and once he was able to break his habit, his potassium levels returned to normal, his renal function improved, and his muscle weakness disappeared.
Speaking of BA’s case and the health consequences of drinking too much soda, the doctor explained, “So take the study results with what you will. Type 2 diabetes and all its comorbidities like heart problems and nerve damage. Hypokalemia and all its consequences and kidney stones are what we’re thinking of when we’re speaking of excess chronic soda ingestion.”
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For a huge number of Americans, holding a US passport felt like owning a golden ticket to any place around the globe. For decades, a number of countries have welcomed US citizens to live and work abroad with open arms, but that seems to be changing.
Due to politics and fears of foreigners taking local jobs, many countries are reconsidering their immigration policies. From introducing tougher visa requirements, to stricter implementation of existing laws, nations are sending message to Americans that their privileges are no longer guaranteed.
The reasons why more and more Americans are choosing to move permanently to foreign countries are varied. Among the rest, they are looking for places with more affordable healthcare, lower living costs, safer communities, and political stability.
Among the foreign countries that started implementing changes is a popular destination for travel and living for many Americans — Japan.
This country has been known as a welcoming place for tourists from visa-exempt countries. However, Japan’s Justice Minister Keisuke Suzuki announced that “the country’s electronic travel authorization system, provisionally called “JESTA” (Japan Electronic System for Travel Authorization), will be implemented by fiscal year 2028.”
In order to receive approval to enter the country, visa-exempt visitors will need to submit key information online in advance, including the purpose of the travel and accommodation details.
Canada: From Welcoming Neighbor to Shutting the Gates
For a number of Americans, Canada has always been an attractive destination both for travel and living. Not only does it feel like home because of the similarities between the two cultures, but it also offers a high standard of living
However, our north neighbor is now applying stricter protocols for asylum seekers, workers, and other categories.
In general, they are slowing down the pace of immigration and that also applies to temporary foreign worker programs and student visas.
Although there are no bans, there certainly will be delays.
For any American seeking a tax-free job, the UAE, especially Dubai, has been number one choice. In 2025, however, the country enforced stricter residency rules. Unless you’re in a high-demand field like tech or healthcare—or you own a large business—your visa will likely not be extended.
The recent implementation of a 9% corporate tax has also pushed away Americans who saw UAE as a low-tax paradise.
In a nutshell, if you don’t contribute big, you are asked to leave.
The list of “unfriendly countries” that Russia first established in 2021 sees the States as part of it.
Despite this, the number of Americans applying for visas rose in 2024.
The process of application and approval is now much longer than it used to be.
The country can impose bans or travel limits as a reaction to political developments.
Fewer and fewer US citizens are having their residency renewed, and many business owned by Americans are forced to shut down due to sanctions and government restrictions.
China’s treatment of foreigners has never been a consistent one. Most recently, however, many American’s are denied visa renewals. What’s more, they are only given a few days notice to leave the country.
After they posted message of support and expressed their sadness over Joe Biden’s aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis, Donald Trump, JD Vance, and a number of their allies and supporters, accused the former president and his wife, Jill Biden, of hiding his diagnosis.
Leo Terrell, who works in the Justice Department’s civil rights division, posted on the social media, “Elder Abuse! Criminal Charges??”
In another post he published, which included a photo of Biden’s wife, Jill Biden, taken at the Oval Office during her husband’s presidency, Terrell wrote, “She knew about President Biden’s health problems. But still wanted him to run for President. Evil.”
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Terrell, a long-time contributor to Fox News and senior lawyer to the assistant attorney general, posted the message from his personal X account.
He then reshared the letters his followers had sent to him, in which they also accused Jill Biden over keeping Biden’s diagnosis a secret.
“Elder abuse is a form of domestic violence and Dr. Biden has a lot of explaining to do about her part in defrauding the American people and taxpayers,” the letter from one of Terrell’s supporters read. “I would never wish Joe Biden physical harm despite my personal political views; too bad his own family compromised his wellbeing.”
“His medical team should have caught this years ago! Shame on Jill & all who turned their heads & ignored this!” wrote another supporter reposted by Terrell.
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“Imagine if you will, a woman so power hungry and evil that she would submit her husband, suffering w/ dementia to ridicule, jokes, and humiliation,” read another message.
“She is GREEDY,” another Terrell follower wrote. “She wanted the prestige. I’m sure someone paid her well, you know a slush fund. Someone knew he would be able to call the shots, hmmm 3rd term.”
“It’s always the cover-up! Americans do not like liars!” Terrell added.
More and more MAGA supporters believe that the Bidens hid the truth from them, claiming Biden knew about his cancer even while still in office.
Donald Trump Jr. was among those who pointed a finger at Jill Biden.
“What I want to know is how did Dr. Jill Biden miss stage five metastatic cancer or is this yet another coverup???” he posted on X after he previously wished Biden a speedy recovery.
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Former President Joe Biden is not only facing a battle with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has since spread to his bones, but also accusations by the MAHA of keeping the diagnosis a secret until recently.
According to a statement issued by Biden’s office, the 82-year-old received the cancer diagnosis after experiencing urinary issues. The tests doctors ran showed the presence of a lump in his prostate.
Current President Donald Trump posted on the social media that he and First Lady Melania are saddened by Biden’s diagnosis. Vice-President JD Vance also shared the same sentiment.
However, their allies and supporters started sharing conspiracy theories that Biden in fact knew of his condition while still in office, claiming prostate cancer is the easiest cancer to diagnose and that it takes around 5-7 years before this form of cancer spreads to other organs.
Speaking to reporters on Monday, Trump said, “I think it’s very sad, actually. I’m surprised that… the public wasn’t notified a long time ago because to get to stage nine [the stage of disease that Biden faces is] that’s a long time.”
He added that “somebody is not telling the facts. … It’s a big problem.”
Vance said he hoped Biden “makes the right recovery” and added, “We really do need to be honest about whether the former president was capable of doing the job.”
Donald Trump Jr. also made a comment about Biden’s diagnosis that many dubbed “savage.”
Biden didn’t speak of his diagnosis except for thanking everyone for their love and support in a social media post.
According to medical specialists, it is not unheard of for this form of cancer to be diagnosed at its late stage, just like in the case of Biden.
“We can’t rule out the possibility that it was an aggressive form that developed quickly,” Natacha Naoun, an oncologist with France’s Gustave-Roussy Institute said.
Annual PSA screening isn’t recommended for people aged 70 and above.
According to the US Preventive Services Task Force, the reason for this is that the risks of false positives may lead to tiring biopsies and treatments that outweigh the benefits.
“It could be they decided to stop checking PSA annually, and then he had urinary symptoms,” Russell Pachynski, an oncologist with Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, explained. He added that prostate cancer patients do not always experience telltale pains or signs.
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A prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test, which measures the quantity of proteins produced by the prostate gland, is used to screen for prostate cancer.
Biden likely didn’t get tested after 75, but even if he did, cancer might have escaped detection.
“Aggressive prostate cancer can occur at low PSA levels,” Yale Cancer Centre chief of genitourinary oncology and medical oncologist Dr. Daniel Petrylak told the Daily Mail.
“Higher grade tumors tend to make less PSA per cancer cell than low grade tumors, so it is possible that this tumor may have been missed by PSA.”
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Chicago-born Robert Prevost became the 267th person to become Pope. He is the first Augustinian pope and the second Roman Pontiff — after Pope Francis — from the Americas.
Weeks into his reign, Pope Leo is facing accusations by a defrocked priest accused of s**ual abuse of children.
The former priest, James M. Ray, claimed that it was Pope Leo himself — who at that time served as the head of the Midwest province of the Catholic Church’s Augustinian order — signed an order that let him live at a Hyde Park monastery by a Catholic primary school. Ray added that Prevost was well aware of the claims made against him about abusing at least 13 children, the Mirror reported.
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“He’s the one who gave me permission to stay there,” Ray revealed.
Despite the allegations, Ray moved less than a block from St. Thomas the Apostle Elementary School. The school was not informed of his presence near their facility. What’s more, there was also a daycare center just across the alley.
When they let Ray settle next to the school, archdiocesan officials wrongly stated there were “no schools in the immediate area.”
While a 2020 memo states that Prevost was informed of Ray’s history of abuse, he still approved his stay.
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However, a lawyer for the Augustinians claimed that Prevost was only “accepting a guest” and wasn’t responsible of daily oversight of Ray. According to the lawyer, it was a responsibility of the now-deceased Rev. James Thompson.
After spending two years at the monastery, Ray was removed and in 2012 he was defrocked by the Catholic Church. Despite the accusations against him, he was never convicted and is not on any government s*x offender registry.
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“I felt abandoned by the church, but never felt abandoned by God,” Ray said. “My faith is still strong. I live out my life each day the best I can. When this comes up, there’s a pain in my chest.”
In the face of the Church’s global abuse crisis, Pope Leo asks for transparency and healing.
“Silence is not the solution. We must be transparent and honest. We must accompany and assist the victims, because otherwise their wounds will never heal,” Prevost told Vatican News in 2023.
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Just before Senator Romney started his speech, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell praised him for a “long and honorable career on the national political stage.”
“On the bingo cards of American politics, the ‘governor of Massachusetts, senator from Utah’ combination isn’t known to be hit very often,” McConnell said. “But Mitt Romney’s repeated success in public office is attested to the transcendent appeal of his character.
Addressing his colleagues, who he said will miss more than he’ll miss the Senate, Romney said, “During my life, I have rarely been truly alone — maybe taking tests at school or running cross-country or on my uncle’s tractor cultivating corn.
“My life’s work has been a group affair, and its center is my wife, Ann. She is my most trusted adviser, my indefatigable ally, the love of my life.”
His farewell address from the chamber floor reflected his accomplishments and his hopes for the future of the nation.
“God has blessed America because America is good. There are some today who would tear at our unity, who would replace love with hate, who deride our foundation of virtue, or who debase the values upon which the blessings of heaven depend,” he said. “A country’s character is a reflection not just of its elected officials, but also of its people.
“I leave Washington to return to be one among them and hope to be a voice of unity and virtue. For it is only if the American people merit his benevolence that God will continue to bless America. May he do so, is my prayer.”
Following his speech, senators from both sides came up to shake his hand or give him a hug.
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Cedar Point, located in Sandusky, Ohio, features an exquisite collection of 18 world-class rides, including Top Thrill 2, Steel Vengeance and Millennium Force, and is dubbed “The Roller Coaster Capital of the World.”
Recently, the theme park announced yet another thrill for excitement addicts — Siren’s Curse, the “tallest, longest and fastest” tilt coaster in North America — that will leave even those living on the edge hesitating whether or not to take a ride.
Inspired by folk legends of mysterious creatures said to dwell in the depths of Lake Erie, where the park is located on a peninsula, the ride ascends 160 feet before pausing on a segment of track that tilts to a full 90 degrees, creating the illusion of a “broken” track.
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Riders are then plunged through 2,966 feet of twisted track at speeds of up to 58 mph. They experience 13 airtime moments and two 360° barrel rolls.
“Come face-to-face with 13 weightless airtime moments, two 360-degree, zero-gravity barrel rolls and a high-speed ‘triple-down’ element with twisted and overbanked track,” the website of Cedar Point writes of their newest attraction.
They also include health and safety advice. “Riders will experience changes in speed and direction, weightlessness, and rapid movements from side to side.
“A shoulder harness with a between-the-legs safety belt secures each rider over the head and across the chest.”
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After the theme park shared a video of the terrifying tilt coaster, many were quick to compare it to scenes from the horror film Final Destination.
“I don’t ever get scared on roller coasters. But this one would have my heart pumping. Especially that back row,” one person commented.
“I love roller coasters and I love Cedar Point, but I’m not doing a disconnected track,” another added.
A third commented, “I prefer the tracks to be attached at all times.”
Siren’s Curse will be greet its first wave of brave riders by mid-June 2025.
Would you give this tilt ride a try?
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Following a Capitol Hill meeting with GOP lawmakers, President Donald Trump took time to speak to the reporters and take questions about his proposed trillion-dollar tax bill, which seeks to increase the limit on Trump’s 2017 tax cuts from $10,000 to $30,000 for Americans making less than $400,000 annually.
During the press, a reporter asked him about his thoughts regarding the comment made by Rep. Andy Harris, chair of the House Freedom Caucus, who said Trump didn’t adequately convince enough people to vote for the bill.
Initially, Trump started to respond to the question when he stopped to ask what publication the reporter worked for.
When he responded it was NOTUS, Trump said, “Who? I don’t even know what the hell that is. Get yourself a real job.”
NOTUS is a Washington-based nonprofit media outlet that describes itself as “a new Washington publication from the nonprofit, nonpartisan Allbritton Journalism Institute.”
His remark, which has since gone viral, was described as “savage” by many.
“Another banger, I fear,” one person commented.
“Trump’s dismissal of the NOTUS reporter shows his contempt for smaller media outlets. It’s a petty jab that undermines press freedom and distracts from real issues. He should engage with questions, not mock journalists’ jobs,” another added.
“Classic Trump,” a third remarked.
“Trump just ended that reporter’s career in one sentence,” someone else added.
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This isn’t the first time the president to get into “conflict” with journalists.
In February, the White House barred all Associated Press journalists from access to locations such as the Oval Office and Air Force One after the outlet refused to comply with the Trump administration‘s request to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America on federal maps, websites, and documents.
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The jewelry we wear can say a lot about us because it not only reveals our preferences, but also our style, culture, and even our emotions and traits.
While some opt for simple, elegant items, other prefer bold eye-catching pieces.
This fun personality test will reveal your truest trait based on the ring you choose.
1. The Free Spirit
If the ring number one is your first choice, it means you are a free spirit who longs for adventures. You are someone who admires the nature and loves being outdoors. Also, appreciate life’s simple pleasures. Your presence brings calmness at those around you.
2. The Classic Sophisticate
The second ring is associated with people who are sophisticated, graceful, and elegant. This choice speaks of your appreciation of timeless beauty. You are wise and always leave a lasting impression. Your refined taste extends far beyond fashion and is an important part of who you are.
3. The Romantic Dreamer
You wear your heart on your sleeve and aren’t afraid to show your emotions and share your feelings with your friends and your loved ones. You always look for deep and meaningful connections.
4. The Bold Leader
The fourth ring shows you are confident and fearless. For you, the sky is the limit and you never back down from your dreams no matter how unreachable they seem. You are destined for great things because you are willing to work hard to achieve anything you set your mind to.
5. The Social Butterfly
If ring number five is your first choice, it means you are optimistic, outgoing, and make friends easily. Your social life is very important to you and you radiate positivity wherever you go. Your vibrant personality inspires others to be their best selves.
6. The Mysterious Enigma
Ring number six shows that your truest trait is your intuition that almost never fails you.
Your perspective on life is rather unique because you spot things that most people miss. People are attracted to your intriguing presence and your wisdom.
7. The Luxurious Visionary
You are one of those people who aspire for greatness and success. You are attracted to luxury and sophistication, but you know how to stay grounded and practical. Balancing between refinement and logic is what makes you stand out.
8. The Unique Trailblazer
Your independence is your most valuable trait. Choosing ring number eight means you are unique and never tend to follow the crowd. On the contrary, you want to be original and unique and always seek for ways to express yourself and your creativity.
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My best friend Dave was tying the knot with a beautiful woman, and I was happy he found his soulmate. His bride, the most kind person I have ever met, loved him unconditionally. He was lucky to have her, and everyone agreed on that.
When the wedding day finally arrived and we were all gathered at the local church, something about the bride’s walk felt odd. Shanize was tall and gorgeous, her walking was gracious, and today, she didn’t resemble herself.
I turned to Dave’s sister and asked her if she could sense something was wrong, but she leaned and said, “Janice, please don’t make any scenes.”
How could she not notice Shanize’s weird walk? But Heather assured me that the bride was just nervous because it was her big day.
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However, I wasn’t the only one who was aware of the awkwardness of Shanize’s steps. As she drew nearer, one of the guests whispered a joke about how the bride seemed to be “floating” down the aisle. Those around him chuckled, but I didn’t laugh. I just knew something wasn’t right.
And just as Heather, Dave’s sister, warned me not to act foolishly, I found myself walking behind the bride.
I bent over and lifted the hem of the bride’s gown just a few inches. What I saw shocked me.
Man’s shoes. I looked at huge, polished man’s shoes.
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As I knelt down further I noticed the person who head was covered in a veil wore pants underneath the fancy gown. What was going on, I thought to myself while looking at Dave who at that point wouldn’t take the huge smile off of his face.
The man in Shanize’s dress took his wig and started laughing at Dave. It was his best man and everyone believed he was pulling a prank on him, but the truth was, he wasn’t.
“What the hell is this?” Dave asked in confusion. “Where’s Shanize?”
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The best man said Shanize was gone. She didn’t want to proceed with the wedding, but she also didn’t want to cancel it. What she wanted was everyone to know Dave was having an affair with one of the bridesmaids, Vanessa. She wanted him to be exposed, and the best man helped her with the plan.
The church was silent. The guests could barely put their thoughts into words from the shock.
Dave yelled that what the best man said wasn’t true. He denied having anything with Vanessa, who was standing just a few rows away. But it was obvious he wasn’t telling the truth.
It turned out I didn’t know my best friends that well.
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He threw away his chance at happiness for a cheap fling, and that was his punishment.
I felt sorry for Dave, but I was glad Shanize discovered he was unfaithful before starting a new life with him.
Alone and broken, Dave continued kneeling at the church as he witnessed all the guests leaving the place in disapppintment.
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It’s not uncommon for us to end up with leftover food when we cook for our family. Most of the time, we simply store the leftovers in the fridge and save them for later. Sometimes, we even consume them the following day or in the days to come.
Most recently, however, there has been a buzz around leftover cooked rice and the potential risks of storing it the wrong way.
This phenomenon, which has been discussed a lot on the social media, is known as “fried rice syndrome” and “reheat syndrome.”
According to experts, cooked rice is an ideal environment for the spread of bacteria, particularly Bacillus cereus.
If we leave cooked rice on room temperature for too long, even longer than an hour, the bacterial spores start to grow, producing toxins.
Consuming this rice can cause food poisoning, nausea, abdominal pain, fever, and acute diarrhea. The symptoms may appear as early as an hour after consumption. In some cases, food poisoning can even lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalances.
The problem is that not many people will ever suspect that their leftover rice is the culprit behind how sick they feel.
The bacteria may spread even if the cooked rice is stored in the fridge, although at a slower rate.
How we store the cooked rice is essential for avoiding bacteria to grow.
So, what is the safest way to store it, you probably wonder.
First, don’t let it in the cooking pot but spread it on a clean tray or a shallow container so it can cool down faster. Next, put it in a shallow, airtight container to prevent moisture accumulation and place it in the fridge withing an hour of cooking. Consume it after 24 to 48 hours maximum.
If stored in the freezer, it can last up to six months.
Now, when it comes to reheating it, make sure it reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to kill any bacteria that may have grown during storage.
Remember, never reheat cooked rice more than once.
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Frank, my father, whom I never called dad because of the barrier I wanted to place between us, was a motorcycle mechanic.
I hated the fact my father wasn’t a doctor or a lawyer like my friends’ parents.
While they were always dressed up, Frank wore a leather vest covered in oil stains. I felt embarrassment every time he came to pick me up from school with his Harley.
On the day of my graduation, he showed up in his only pair of decent jeans and a button-up shirt that uncovered his faded tattoos on his forearms.
That day, I refused to let him hug me. As he approached, I took a step back and offered him a handshake instead. At the time, it felt like something I needed to do not knowing that the moment will haunt me forever.
Some weeks later, I got a call that changed everything. Frank was driving through a mountain pass when a logging truck had crossed the center line. His bike went under the wheels and he died on the scene.
For his funeral, I travelled to our small town. Honesty, I though it would only be me and maybe a couple of his drinking buddies. But the sight in front of the church stunned me.
A group of hundreds of bikers from across six states were there to say their last goodbye.
They all wore a small orange ribbon on their leather vests.
A woman whom I had never seen before approached me and said, “Your father’s favorite color.”
Once inside the church, people started sharing stories about my father whom they all called “Brother Frank.”
They spoke how he organized charities for sick children and how he always drove through snowstorms to deliver medicine to elderly shut-ins.
This wasn’t the father I thought I knew.
A crying man opened up about the time Frank found him in a ditch and forced him to get help. That day, he was over six years sober, all thanks to the man who I was embarrassed of.
Once the service was over, a lawyer approached me.
“Your dad wanted you to have this,” he said as he handed me a worn leather satchel.
That satchel contained papers tied with his old bandana, a box, and a letter addressed to me.
In the letter, Frank wrote that he knew I was embarrassed of his job, but reminded me that what matters most is how many people someone helps not the number of letters written on their business card.
He left me his Harley and told me to give it to someone who may need it if I didn’t want it.
My dad reminded me not to be ashamed of who I am and where I come from. He ended the letter writing how much he loved me.
Tears rolled down my eyes for the first time since his funeral.
Withing the pile of papers, there were receipts of donations. One of them said that Frank had donated $180,000 over the course of fifteen years.
The following morning, I visited his shop. Samantha, the woman he worked with was waiting for me. “He told me you’d come,” she said and handed me a cup of freshly made coffee.
“Listen” she said as he handed me a folder. “Your dad started this scholarship last year. He named it Orange Ribbon Grant after his bandana. He wanted you to choose the first student.”
My father, whom I once hated, was a great man. He had a heart of gold that I never knew of. That day, I learned that Frank was larger than life.
With Samantha’s help, I learned how to ride that old Harley I once hated.
With the money my dad left to me, I decided to spend them on teaching kids how to repair bikes so that they could work at the shop. I didn’t want that place to close down.
Later, I learned that my dad was once offered a high paying job as a mechanic, but he refused the offer. The reason why was that my mother, who died when I was just eight, had leukemia, and he couldn’t work full time because he knew she needed him.
My father whom I once hated never lacked ambition. But he believed his family was way more important than building a career. And for that, I am always grateful to him.
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Good night sleep is essential for our wellbeing. When we get enough hours of sleep — an adult needs seven to nine hours a day — we are likely to feel more energized during the day and get our tasks done with little effort.
However, what is also essential is the time when we go to bed.
If we fall asleep at random hours and disturb our natural rhythm, it may come with certain consequences.
The truth is that going to bed later and later may seem harmless at first, but not according to Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a California-based gastroenterologist.
He explained that more and more of his patients are showing symptoms that may be related to poor sleeping pattern.
Failing to follow a certain order of going to bed leads to the body to struggle. Delaying sleeping for later every night interrupts the hormonal balance and disturbs the process that helps our brain and our gut work properly.
During sleep, the growth hormone is released, the tissues repair, and the immune cells multiply.
According to Dr. Sethi, staying awake after midnight leads to weight gain. This is backed up by a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) that found a 20 per cent greater risk of obesity or large waistline in individuals who went to sleep at midnight as compared to those who went to bed between 8 and 10 p.m.
Dr. Sethi believes that a disturbed sleeping pattern causes tiredness and increases stress levels. Individuals who go to sleep after 1 a.m. are more prone to experience depression and mental disorders. They are also likely to struggle to concentrate during the day.
Bruce Springsteen has been known as one of the originators of the heartland rock style of music, combining mainstream rock musical style with narrative songs about working class American life. His remarkable career has spanned six decades and counting.
One of his most influential songs, Born in the USA, is a form of protest hidden in the style of a national or patriotic anthem. In fact, it aimed to criticize how the American system mistreats certain groups, particularly military veterans and working-class people. The song was born in 1984, during Ronald Raegan’s administration.
During his latest show in Manchester, May 14, Bruce Springsteen expressed strong feelings against Donald Trump and his administration.
“It’s great to be in Manchester and back in the UK. Welcome to the Land of Hope and Dreams Tour! The mighty E St. Band is here tonight to call upon the righteous power of art, of music, of rock ‘n roll in dangerous times,” he addressed the crowd.
“In my home, the America I love, the America I’ve written about, that has been a beacon of hope and liberty for 250 years is currently in the hands of a corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous administration. Tonight, we ask all who believe in democracy and the best of our American experiment to rise with us, raise your voices against authoritarianism and let freedom ring!”
Before performing House of a Thousand Guitars, the singer who has criticized Trump in the past, went on another fiery rant. “The last check, the last check on power after the checks and balances of government have failed are the people, you and me. It’s in the union of people around a common set of values now that’s all that stands between a democracy and authoritarianism. At the end of the day, all we’ve got is each other,” he said.
Springsteen’s final political statement of the evening came as he introduced City of Ruin.
“There’s some very weird, strange, and dangerous shit going on out there right now. In America they are persecuting people for using their right to free speech and voicing their dissent. This is happening now.
“In America the richest men are taking satisfaction in abandoning the world’s poorest children to sickness and death. This is happening now. In my country they’re taking sadistic pleasure in the pain they inflict on loyal American workers. They’re rolling back historic civil rights legislation that has led to a more just and plural society. They are abandoning our great allies and siding with dictators against those struggling for their freedom. They are defunding American universities that won’t bow down to their ideological demands.
He added: “They are removing residents off American streets and without due process of law, are deporting them to foreign detention centers and prisons. This is all happening now.”
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“A majority of our elected representatives have failed to protect the American people from the abuses of an unfit president and a rogue government. They have no concern or idea for what it means to be deeply American. The America l’ve sung to you about for 50 years is real and regardless of its faults is a great country with a great people. So we’ll survive this moment. Now, I have hope, because I believe in the truth of what the great American writer James Baldwin said, he said ‘in this world there isn’t as much humanity as one would like, but there’s enough.’ Let’s pray.”
This criticism echoes Robert De Niro‘s comment at the Cannes Film Festival, where he also condemned Trump’s policies and urged action to defend democracy.
Bruce Springsteen publicly endorsed Kamala Harris.
The singer is currently on tour with Land of Hope and Dreams. His next stop is France.
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