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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

“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.”

“Is it on purpose?” Mel Gibson goes on Fox News to spread conspiracy theories about the Los Angeles wildfires. (Video: Fox News) pic.twitter.com/Vmljb7rTQ1

— Mike Sington (@MikeSington) January 11, 2025

“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.”

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.

Actress Debra Winger poses backstage during the 54th Academy Awards at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles,California. (Photo by Michael Montfort/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)

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.

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.”

John Travolta and Debra Winger smile on set of the Paramount Pictures movie ‘Urban Cowboy” circa 1980. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

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.

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.

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.”

Debra Winger and Gideon Babe Ruth Howard. Netflix’s The Pale Blue Eye New York Tastemaker Screening at The Metrograph on November 29, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Daniel Zuchnik/Getty Images for Netflix)

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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“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.”

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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.

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“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!!!”

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.”

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.

People are lighting fires in otherwise non-burning urban areas of LA. Saw this happen first hand at 302 Pico in Santa Monica. Called it in & fire dept & police responded. Stay safe and call in any activity ASAP. We don’t need more flames out here. pic.twitter.com/AZ4GLr6N3q

— Andrew D. Huberman, Ph.D. (@hubermanlab) January 9, 2025

“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.

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.

the wind in LA is INSANE rn… pic.twitter.com/D1dGqChP1b

— Daily Dose of X (@schuld_eth) January 9, 2025

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.”

“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.”

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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Numbness or tingling sensations in your hands

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Has it ever happened that you woke up and felt numbness or tingling sensations in your hands? If the answer is yes, you are not alone.

The good thing is that this sensation, that feels like pins-and-needles isn’t dangerous all by itself.

As per the Mayo Clinic, “Numbness alone isn’t usually associated with potentially dangerous disorders, such as strokes or tumors.”

What’s most, numbness or tingling sensations in your hands can be easy to overcome.

One of the reasons behind this “condition” can be the sleeping position. If you slept with your hands under your body for most of the night, you are likely to lose the sensations in your hands in the morning.

Further, the tingly sensation may appear because of repetitive movements with the hands and the fingers such as using tools, typing, or writing. These repetitive movements can lead to compression of the nerves over time, and an example of that is the condition known as carpal tunnel syndrome, a common condition affecting the median nerve in the wrist.

“If the condition persists, it can cause permanent nerve damage. Sometimes surgery is necessary to relieve the pressure,” as per Healthline.

The numbness or tingling sensations in your hands and feet can also be a result of vitamin B12 deficiency, common at vegans and vegetarians.

This vitamins is found in eggs, meat, dairy, and fortified cereals, but it also comes in the form of supplements.

When calcium, potassium, or sodium levels drop in the body, it can disrupt nerve signals, causing tingling sensations. This is often due to dehydration, specific medications, or underlying health issues.

To avoid this, maintain balance by staying hydrated, consume nutrient-rich foods, and seek medical advice if the symptoms continue.

Peripheral nerves can be damaged at people with long-term high blood sugar, leading to diabetic neuropathy. This condition is also connected with numbness, tingling, or even burning sensations in the hands and feet.

Nerves can get compressed because of a herniated disc or neck spondylosis, too.

Autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis and poor circulation can also cause the sensation of numbness and tingling, as well as non-cancerous growths like ganglion cysts and certain infections.

Although hand numbness can often be caused by something not harmful, if it persists, require medical attention.

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Woman scammed out of $850,000 after thinking she was dating Brad Pitt

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A French woman was led to believe she was romantically involved with high-profile actor Brad Pitt, being scammed out of $850,000 along the way.

The 53-year-old interior designer, Anne, believed she was giving the money, 830,000 euros ($850,000), for the actor’s alleged cancer treatments.

It all started after Anne posted photos of herself while on a ski vacation and received a message from someone claiming to be the star’s mother.

The following day, she received yet another message from a social media profile that belonged to the actor himself, or that’s what she thought.

Speaking to the French media channel TF1, Anne revealed she didn’t question if the account really belonged to Brad Pitt because the man behind it appeared charming and “knew how to talk to women.”

“At first I said to myself that it was fake, that it’s ridiculous,” she explained on the channel’s Sunday broadcast. “But I’m not used to social media and I didn’t really understand what was happening to me.”

The person behind the scam used AI generated videos and images of the Once Upon A Time In Hollywood star, and even proposed to her.

He promised to treat her with lavish gifts.

At the time of the scam, which started back in 2023, Anne was married to a millionaire husband.

Initially, she sent the scammer around $9,000 so that they could cover the custom expenses for the gifts they had bought for Anne.

The rest of the money, over $800,000 that she had received through her divorce settlement, was sent after the scammer sent Anne altered images of Brad Pitt at the hospital, claiming they needed funds for a kidney surgery.

Anne revealed that the impersonator told her they couldn’t access their own money due to the divorce with actress Angelina Jolie.

Her suspicions about the account, that she had at the beginning, faded with the images she had been receiving. She didn’t get suspicious even when the scammer never contacted her through a phone or a video call.

Her daughter tried to warn her about the scammer many times, but she wouldn’t listen.

When the news about Pitt’s relationship with Ines de Ramon made headlines, Anne started doubting the person behind the account was a scammer, but even then, they sent her fabricated news stating the actor was in fact involved with a “mysterious person.”

She finally realized she was lied to, but at that point, she had already been financially drained.

This poor woman who has been scammed out of $850,000 was forced to sell her furniture and move in with a friend.

Unfortunately, she attempted suicide three times and has since been hospitalized with severe depression.

It remains uncertain if she would be able to recover any of the money.

Anne’s story gained widespread attention, and while some said it was all her fault, others sympathized with her.

“Romance scams are the cruellest. It’s funny until you realize, more often than not it’s a vulnerable person that just wanted to be loved,” a person wrote.

“They are so mean and it’s awful that people make fun of the people who fall for them. Exploiting someone’s desire to be loved is obscene,” another added.

“Honestly, if you fall for this thinking, Brad Pitt, of all people, is going to randomly DM you. You kinda deserve it,” someone wrote.

Since Anne’s story “has resulted in a wave of harassment against the witness,” as per TF1 journalist Harry Roselmack, the channel has decided to take it off from the platform.

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I gave my coat to a homeless woman; three years later, she returned with a gray case and a smile

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Until my wife’s tragic passing, Christmas was the day of the year I loved the most. But when I lost Jenny, it turned into a sad reminder of a lost bond. Some three years after her loss, I noticed a fragile homeless woman on Christmas Eve. She was in need of help, and I gave her the groceries I had bought and my coat.

Whenever Christmas approached, Jenny and I went into a shopping frenzy for the party we organized for our family each year.

Three days before the dinner, Jenny called me on the phone to remind me to grab some wrapping paper with snowmen.

See, Jenny and I were high-school sweethearts. We didn’t have children, but still, our love was profound. I sometimes felt guilt that we couldn’t be parents, but we had each other, and that was more than enough. She was my world, and I was hers.

On that tragic night, as I was heading home with the wrapping paper and a bunch of other things for the party were looking forward to hosting, I received a call.

“Mr. Luke,” the person on the other side on the line said with a disturbed voice. “Your wife was involved in a car accident, you need to come to the hospital.”

Sadly, by the time I arrived, Jenny was already gone.

Out of nowhere, I found myself in a sterile hospital room, holding my loved one’s cold hand and crying my heart out.

Some two years later, I still couldn’t accept the reality and had a hard time accepting celebrating Christmas.

I was walking home, but I entered random stores, delaying the arrival in the apartment that felt oddly silent. Jenny’s absence could still be felt heavily, and I hated that feeling.

Wandering, I noticed a homeless woman in her forties, fragile and in need of help.

She wore mismatching clothes and sadness could be seen in her eyes.

I approached her and asked her if there was anything I could do for her. Shyly, she said no, but I knew she was cold because she was shivering. I handed her the errands I had purchased before and put my coat over her shoulders.

Offering kindness was something Jenny always practiced, and I wanted to do something nice for that woman as a tribute to my late wife who had a heart of gold.

The woman thanked me and I handed her a piece of paper with my address and phone number written on it. “Take this in case you need something,” I said and waved goodbye.

Three years passed by since that meeting that made me feel a sense of peace, when there was a knock on my door.

A beautiful woman, nicely dressed and with a smile on her face was standing at my doorstep.

“How can I help you,” I asked.

“It’s me, the homeless woman you helped three years ago before Christmas.”

I couldn’t believe my eyes. “But you look so different,” I said. And that’s when she shared with me her life story. She told me how her boyfriend took her business and left her on the streets. She was done fighting, but then she met me and I showed her kindness. It was then that she realized she wasn’t done looking for justice.

Eventually, her boyfriend was found guilty of forging documents. He ended up in prison and she got her business back.

In the gray case she had under one of her arms, she had a check on $50,000. She handed it to me and told me to continue spreading kindness.

I accepted it gladly, because I knew I could continue honoring my late wife by making a change in the lives of those in need.

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Meteorologist who warned early about LA wildfires, saving hundreds, shares his next big concern

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When he issued an early warning about the LA wildfires, meteorologist and climate scientist Edgar McGregor, who has since been dubbed a “hero,” has saved hundreds of lives.

On January 7, McGregor posted on the Facebook’s page Altadena Weather and Climate that people shouldn’t go to sleep but pack a bag and evacuate.

His post is believed to have reached a number of people who have actually listened to his advice.

Now, this meteorologist speaks of the warning sign he noticed before the LA wildfires broke and destroyed hundreds of homes, businesses, and important landmarks.

“I knew on 30 December that when this windstorm hit, the conditions would be carbon copies of the conditions that were on the ground in Lahaina, Hawaii, and in Paradise, which both were completely levelled and lost around a hundred people each,” the McGregot shared with People.

“I told people, if a wildfire breaks out, there’ll be a thousand homes burned down. This would be cataclysmic.

“I knew that that warning might’ve been a little bit excessive, but as it turns out, a thousand homes are not even a fraction of the loss, the ones that were lost.”

Ever since his post attracted plenty of attention, the meteorologist is sharing updates about what he things could happen next regarding the raging LA wildfires that have claimed the lives of 24 people.

He believes that the “immediate threat is over” for the most part. However, if there isn’t rainfall soon, Hollywood and Santa Barbara could “face disaster” within weeks.

“In the next couple of weeks, if we get another major windstorm, it could be Hollywood that faces disaster next. Santa Barbara. Any of these foothill towns. And then when it rains, we have the mudslides to get through.

“This is not over yet.”

McGregor added: “I knew this was coming. I certainly didn’t think January was the month it would occur, but I hope that I did my job in warning everybody.”

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The first fire that left devastation behind, the Palisade fire, ignited on January 7. It triggered an emergency call to be sent to LA residents to get set for “a potential evacuation.”

Hours later, the Eaton Fire broke out in the Altadena area of LA. Sadly, more fires followed.

On January 10, the state of California deployed incarcerated men and women to help fight the fires. This state is one of 14 that uses inmates to help fight fires. They are not forced to, but decided to take part by their free will.

Those who serve prison for arson and se*ual offences can’t volunteer.

As per the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, over 40,000 acres have been burned in wildfires.

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After our divorce, my ex ripped off the wallpaper because ‘he paid for it’ – karma got him

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My husband’s infidelity went unpunished. He convinced me it was just a one-time thing, that it didn’t mean anything, and I forgave him because of the kids. The second time he did it, I filed for divorce, and trust me, it was a nasty one and ended with him ripping off the wallpaper from the entire house.

Dan and I had been married for eight years, welcoming two children together. But it seemed that when he cheated on me, he didn’t care about our marriage nor the kids we were raising together.

“Men do that, it’s not a big deal,” he said the second time I learned he was with another woman. But there was no more space for forgiveness.

Dan demanded that we split everything in half. But he couldn’t have the house, because it was my grandmother’s and I inherited it long before I met him.

“I have the right to that house,” he yelled at me during one of the mediation sessions we’ve went through.

However, he couldn’t have it, not whole, not a part of it. It was all mine.

When it came to the kids, I received a blow way worse than learning about Dan’s infidelity.

“She can have a full custody of the kids,” he said, “I can’t take care of them.”

It was as though they didn’t mean anything to him. His own children.

“What kind of a father are you?” I asked him, fuming.

But he didn’t care. He wanted to get out of that marriage burden free. Because that’s what he though of Jack and Emma, that they were a burden.

I asked Dan to pack his things first thing in the morning, but he said he needed a week, so I agreed.

In order to spare the kids from seeing their dad leave, I took them to my mom’s.

When we finally returned home, after many questions such as “Will daddy miss us?” that I didn’t know the answer to, we came to the most shocking scene.

Dan was still there, ripping of the floral wallpaper from the living room.

“Dan, what are you doing?” I asked, confused, while my kids watched and wondered what was happening.

“I paid for these, and now I’m taking them.”

I told the kids to go to their rooms, and that’s when Jack yelled. “Mom, my dinosaur wallpaper is missing.”

My world turned upside down. “Dan, are you insane?” I asked. “You skinned your kids’ home alive?”

But he didn’t care. What’s most, he grabbed the toaster, the coffee maker, and even the toilet paper when he finally left.

The first couple of months were hard. But over time, I managed to balance between my work, my kids, and the home. I even attended a book club and met wonderful women there.

Once, over a good book and even better wine, I shared with the girls at the book club the story about the ripped wallpaper. Somehow, after that much time, I found that funny instead of unsettling.

They couldn’t believe my ex really did that.

Casey, one of them said, “But you must be joking about the toilet paper. No one’s THAT crazy.” But she was wrong, because Dan was.

Months passed by and I received a phone call from Dan. “I’m getting married,” he bragged. I really had no idea why he even called and what did he expect from me to say.

“Congrats,” I uttered before hanging up the phone.

And then, one day, I met Dan on the street. He was holding hands with a woman. When he noticed me, he went into my direction on purpose.

I froze when I saw the woman he was with was Casey from the book club.

“Hey, Nora,” she waved. “This is Dan, my fiance,” she said excitedly.

“I know who he is, Casey, we go way back,” I said.

“But how do you know each other,” Casey asked, and that when I told her Dan was my ex.

“Your ex? Like in the one who ripped your wallpaper and took your toilet paper?”

Dan turned to her and said, “Casey, it’s not what it seems like. Let me explain.”

“Explain what Dan?” Casey asked. “You told me your ex wife took your kids and moved to another country. That she wouldn’t let you see them. You are such a liar, Dan. And ripping off your kids’ wallpaper? You are a walking red flag.”

She then turned to me and said, “Nora, I had no idea,” before taking her ring off and throwing it to Dan.

I just looked at Dan and though to myself, “Well, what goes around, comes around. It looks like karma is a real bit*h.”

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Heartbreaking: Jennifer Garner shares the loss of a friend in California wildfires

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Actress Jennifer Garner spoke of the loss of a friend amid California wildfires. Sadly, this comes shortly after the passing of her beloved father.

In a heartfelt interview with MSNBC’s Katy Tur, Garner revealed she’s mourning the loss of a dear friend.

The actress, along with renowned World Central Kitchen’s Chef José Andrés, stepped up to help those affected in the raging LA fires.

“I did lose a friend who did not get out in time,” the 52-year-old actress said. “It’s just — my heart bleeds for my friends. I mean, I can think of 100 families, and there are 5,000 homes lost.”

She reflected on her safety during the time of devastation. “I feel almost guilty walking through my house,” she admitted. “Just, you know, what can I do? How can I help? What can I offer? What do I have to offer with these hands and these walls and the safety that I have?”

The Pearl Harbor star added: “I’m looking at the chimney of somebody that I loved. […] It’s awful — kind of unimaginable.”

Jennifer Garner, who was affected by the loss of a friend in the California wildfires, explained that she took advantage of being a celebrity to pair with the Chef and contribute to the people who lost everything in the catastrophe that affected Los Angeles.

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Further, Garner emphasized the importance of supporting parents and children during these difficult times by providing them with shelters. She also praised Chef Andrés for his swift and effective relief efforts. “It is an incredible thing to watch somebody — to watch World Central Kitchen and Chef José just come in and say, ‘We’ve got this handled. Don’t worry. We’ve got you,'” she explained.

Unfortunately, the number of people who lost their lives in the LA wildfires is 24, as of January 12.

Among those who died is child actor Rory Sykes. His mother, Shelley, posted on her social media that her son passed away after the cottage where he lived was destroyed by the fires completely.

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Star-studded lineup for Donald Trump’s inauguration announced

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The list of celebrities performing for Donald Trump’s inauguration has been revealed.

Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025, at the US Capitol in Washington, DC.

Festivities regarding the event will start as early as next weekend, with a fireworks show at Trump’s golf club in Sterling, Virginia, followed by a campaign-style rally held in D.C.

Before he is sworn president for the second time, Trump is expected to visit the Arlington National Cemetery and have various dinners.

“President Trump is dedicated to uniting the country through the strength, security, and opportunity of his America First agenda,” Steve Witkoff and Kelly Loeffler, the co-chairs of the inaugural committee, shared in a statement.

“The 2025 inaugural celebrations will reflect President-elect Trump’s historic return to the White House and the American people’s decisive vote to Make America Great Again,” the co-chairs added.

Two of Trump’s favorite musicians will be part of his inauguration celebration, country singer Lee Greenwood and opera singer Christopher Macchio, who will perform the national anthem.

Village People are expected to perform at two separate inaugural events.

Carrie Underwood would perform America the Beautiful at Trump’s inauguration.

“I love our country and am honored to have been asked to sing at the Inauguration and to be a small part of this historic event,” Underwood said in a statement Monday as per Time Magazine. “I am humbled to answer the call at a time when we must all come together in the spirit of unity and looking to the future.”

Village People posted on their social media, writing, “We know this won’t make some of you happy to hear however we believe that music is to be performed without regard to politics.”

They added that their song, Y.M.C.A., is a global anthem.

Further, the group stated that their performance at Trump’s inauguration would unite the nation with music.

Of course, those who don’t support Trump’s politics had their say about the performance at his inauguration.

“Carrie underwood you are most famous for singing about keying the car of a man who cheated!!!! And you’re now performing for a man who has cheated on every wife he’s had. And he has cheated the country out of peace and common sense governing!!!! Girl gfy,” one person commented.

“Carrie Underwood Jesus is about to take the wheel and drive your career right into the toilet,” another added.

A third posted: “Shame on Carrie Underwood. Is it so hard to stand up with moral principles? Money is truly the root of all evil.”

Franklin Graham, son of the late Billy Graham, and New York Cardinal Timothy Dolan will deliver the invocation.

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Mom with over 800 tattoos dubbed a freak

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Melissa Sloan, Britain’s “most tattooed mother,” revealed a photo of herself without her signature tattoos, and people are stunned by the striking difference.

Since she had first started getting tattoos some ten years ago, Sloan has had over 800.

“It’s like when you have a [cigarette] or a drink, you get addicted. I can’t stop it now, it’s addictive, for me anyway. I just can’t stop it,” said Sloan, adding that since tattoo parlors started denying her, because she’s “beyond help,” she got her own kit. She continued, “I carry the [tattoo] gun around with me in the boot, I’ll get one in the car or anywhere.”

According to this mother of seven, she has been having three tattoos a week for an entire decade. What’s most, she said she didn’t remember how she looked like without the ink covering most of her face and body.

Sloan decided to cover her tattoos using foundation makeup, something she only spent £3 on.

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Needless to say, those who didn’t know how she looked like before the tattoos, including her two young sons, were stunned by the difference, but that didn’t mean they liked her “new” look.

Speaking to the Daily Star, Sloan said, “None of them talked to me that day, the kids weren’t having none of it. It didn’t go down well.

“They said ‘go back to your craziness mum’, none of them spoke to me. It wasn’t the same, it’s like they were looking at a different person, a stranger.

“When it came off again, they were back to normal – it should have been the other way round,” she said.

Her other five kids, who are older, are not happy with their mom’s tattoos. In fact, Sloan doesn’t have contact with them.

Those who have seen the before and after photos of Sloan wrote that she looked beautiful without the tattoos.

However, she only did this as a little experiment and says she feels comfortable with her inkings and doesn’t regret them despite being dubbed a ‘smurf’ or a ‘freak’ by trolls.

“Worse, the more I have the more they think I’m a freak. They jump out of the way and I think ‘what are you doing that for?’ It’s horrible,” she said. “I expected this in life, I can’t fit in with people as I like to be me and I’m always going to be myself.”

What’s most, she’s been banned from certain bars and from school events.

Her tattoos are a representation of freedom, creativity, and strength against judgement.

Sloan is aware her appearance may not be liked or understood by everyone, but she isn’t concerned about that. She says she’s authentic and her tattoos teach her children to embrace their uniqueness because beauty comes in many forms.

However, they represent an obstacle to her desire to land a job. In the past, she worked as a toilet cleaner, but nowadays, she is denied from similar positions.

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“I can’t get a job. They won’t have me. I applied for a job cleaning toilets where I live and they won’t have me because of my tattoos…People have said I have never had a job in my life, I have had one once and it didn’t last long.” She continued, “But, if someone offered me a job tomorrow, I would go and work–I would take that offer.”

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While cleaning the car, my son asked, ‘Why don’t we just use the secret car Daddy drives?’

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My son’s question about my husband’s “secret car” almost shattered our family apart, but things weren’t what they seemed, and in fact, we became even closer than before.

Ben, my husband, works in construction, so as you assume, the car he uses, which is the same I drive when I visit my mom or run errands, is always a mess. From fast-food wrappers, to muddy boots and dust-covered tools, it is far from clean.

So, when Ben’s co-worker offered to pick him up for an early shift, I saw it as a chance to clean the car. I asked my son, Liam, to help, and he was over the moon to be using the sponge and scrub the car.

However, in the middle of having it cleaned, Liam got tired and said, “Mom, why don’t we use dad’s secret car instead?”

“A secret car?” I wondered if I’d heard that right. “What secret car?”

“The one the nice lady with curly hair let dad drive when you were at granny’s.”

I tried to brush it off with a smile for Liam’s sake, but the truth was that my hands were shaking. “What was happening behind my back?” I wondered.

Ben never mentioned a woman or a car. And Liam said he saw them while I was at my mom’s who is ill and in need of help.

At first, I wanted to confront Ben, but I felt like it wasn’t the best idea, so I called my friend Sarah and asked her to come to my place that afternoon and be part of my plan to get to the bottom of Liam’s words about the secret car.

“I’ll be out with Sarah,” I said in the afternoon, leaving Ben, Liam, and Jenny, the babysitter home.

Ben didn’t even look at me, he just mumbled, “Have a great time.”

I went out of the house, entered Sarah’s car that was parked near our home, and waited.

If something was going on, I needed to know what it was.

After some time, I saw Ben leaving the house, carrying what resembled a jewelry box under his arm. He waited for a couple of minutes before the lady with curly hair, the one Liam mentioned, pulled over and picked him up.

As they started driving, Sarah and I followed.

Ben and the lady parked in front of a building. They entered inside and I followed after them. The place consisted of offices, and the one Ben and his lady friend entered had Private Meeting Room written on its door.

Curious, I peeked through the glass and saw Ben handing a necklace to the woman who was typing something on her lap top. My heart raced and my hands and knees were shaking, and just as I was about to leave, Ben opened the door.

“Honey, what are you doing here?” he asked, shocked.

“I was about to ask you the same thing,” I said.

“It’s not what you think,” Ben said, “let me explain.”

I entered the room and he introduced me to the lady. Her name was Melissa and she was a financial consultant.

“This piece of jewelry is a family’s heirloom,” Ben said. “I wanted to sell it because I needed money.”

Ben explained that a few years back, when my mom’s health declined and she was in need of medical assistance and some expensive medicine, took out a personal loan. He thought he could handle it, but with interest, it spiraled out of control.

Melissa’s formal outfit and her typing told me Ben was telling the truth.

And the “secret car” and him driving it, it was because Melissa was reviewing some document while they were going to her office. It all made sense then.

I was grateful Ben helped with my mom’s expenses and now it was both his and my debt to cover. I told him to keep the necklace. He could give it to Liam once he was old enough, to cherish it as a family treasure.

Instead, I picked up more hours at work and we cut on unnecessary expenses. With Melissa’s help, we managed to restructure the loan and make realistic payments.

My son’s innocent question about his dad’s “secret car” revealed a secret that made our bond even stronger than before.

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Former child star killed in LA wildfire after mom tries to put out the fire

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One of the people who tragically lost their lives in the raging Los Angeles fires is former child star Rory Callum Sykes.

According to his devastated mother, Rory, known for his appearance on the TV programme Kiddy Kapers in the 1990s, died of carbon monoxide poisoning at the cottage where he lived located on the estate of his family’s Malibu estate.

Rory was born with cerebral palsy. At the time of his passing, he was 32 years of age.

His mother, Shelley tried to put out the flames on her son’s cottage, but failed due to shortage of water. She tried calling the emergency services but couldn’t connect to get help. “He died needlessly,” she told Australian outlet 10 News First. “He said ‘Mom, leave me,’ and no mom can leave their kid.”

Sadly, Shelley was unable to lift or move her son.

So she ran to get help, and sadly, when she and the firefighters returned, the cottage was burnt to the ground.

The child star, who was born in Australia and only moved to the US just recently, went through so much in his life. He had undergone plenty of surgeries in order to be able to learn to walk and to regain his sight. Despite his pain, he wished he traveled the world.

In her post, his mother wrote, “British born Australian living in America, a wonderful son, a gift born on mine & his grandmas birthday 29 July, 92.”

She concluded her post, “He will be incredibly missed.”

“I couldn’t put out the cinders on his roof with a hose because the water was switched off,” Shelley explained on social media. “Even the 50 brave firefighters had no water all day.”

Sadly, Rory is at least one of 11 deaths linked to the wildfires.

It is with great sadness that I have to announce the death of my beautiful son @Rorysykes to the Malibu fires yesterday. I’m totally heart broken. British born Australian living in America, a wonderful son, a gift born on mine & his grandmas birthday 29 July 92, Rory Callum… pic.twitter.com/X77xyk83gx

— Shelley Sykes (@shelleysykes) January 9, 2025

Besides being a child star, Rory was also a “sought after motivational speaker” at the age of eight.

Recently, he and his mom had founded Happy Charity.

We are so very sorry for the loss of Rory.

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Supercomputer projects the end of human civilization

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From a number of blockbuster films that predict the apocalypse, to ordinary people wondering if and when the human civilization may come to an end, the discussions of people’s future on planet Earth seems to be a never ending one.

Recently, a supercomputer made a projection on the topic and the prognosis are bleak.

According to it, a destruction of what we know as our home could come in roughly 250 million years from now.

Further, the study, which was initially published in Nature Geoscience, analyzed the results of the supercomputer, taking into account various geological and biological factors.

It discussed the merging of tectonic plates, colossal slabs that constitute the Earth’s crust. With this, the Earth’s continents as we know them are expected to converge, forming a new supercontinent called Pangaea Ultima.

Sadly, this would lead to a drastic change in the climate – extreme temperatures and increased volcanic activity. The harsh conditions that would result from these changes would make it nearly impossible for mammals to survive.

“The newly-emerged supercontinent would effectively create a triple whammy, comprising the continentality effect, hotter sun and more CO2 in the atmosphere, of increasing heat for much of the planet,” Dr. Alexander Farnsworth, a lead researcher of the study stated.

In 250 million years from now, researchers believe the temperatures will reach 40-50 degrees Celsius. But it would be the extreme humidity that would put lives at risk. This humidity will greatly reduce how much heat mammals’ bodies will be able to release into the air.

In addition, around 8 to 16 percent of the land would be habitable for mammals when this supercontinent forms and humans would seriously struggle to adapt to the new climate extremes.

However, despite the bleak prognosis, the good thing is that humans have plenty of time ahead in order to prepare for this possible future. Who knows, maybe those plans would involve colonies on Mars.

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Performance of Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood at Jimmy Carter’s funeral faces backlash for being disrespectful

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Former president Jimmy Carter died aged 100. He had spent the last 19 months of his life in hospice care. On his funeral, country singers Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood, long-time friends on the Carters, paid their tribute with a performance of John Lennon’s Imagine.

This was a rare appearance of Brooks and Yearwood, who first met the Carters on a Habitat for Humanity building project, since Brooks was accused by a former employee of sexual assault.

The singer denied the allegations and told People in October, 2024, “I trust the system, I do not fear the truth, and I am not the man they have painted me to be.”

The couple attended president Carter’s 100th birthday in St. Paul, Minnesota for the 2024 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Week Project.

While some found the tribute lovely, many took to social media to criticize the country musicians because of their choice of song.

The memorial being held inside an Episcopal cathedral and the lyrics of the song, including: ‘Imagine there’s no heaven / It’s easy if you try / No hell below us / Above us, only sky,’ led to backlash.

“Of all the songs to play at a funeral; being held in a church! Horrible,” someone commented.

“What a bad choice of song at a devout Christian’s funeral. This is actually a terrible song if you listen to the words,” another added.

“He really wanted everyone to imagine ‘there’s no heaven’… in a church. At a funeral. Whoever made that call… sheesh,” a third person wrote.

Even with the criticism, there were plenty of people who stood up for Brooks and Yearwood. According to them, Imagine conveys a profound message of peace, unity, and bridging divides, making it an ideal tribute to Carter’s international humanitarian efforts.

In the past, president Carter had mentioned during interviews that Imagine was his favorite song. He once referred to it as a powerful anthem for our shared humanity.

Following the funeral, Brooks and Yearwood shared their heartfelt tributes to President Carter. Brooks posted, “President Carter, the legacy you and Rosalynn have left us is as beautiful as the life you lived.”

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He emphasized the joy, warmth, and unwavering determination that Carter infused into every cause he supported. Yearwood shared similar thoughts: “Rest easy, Mr. President. Your legacy of love, along with Mrs. Rosalynn’s, will endure for all time.”

The couple didn’t comment the controversy surrounding their performance at the funeral.

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Granny pods allow your elderly parents to live in your backyard

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When our parents reach that age when they can no longer take care of themselves or need assistance doing everyday things, it’s on us to be there for them and find the most suitable solution. Sometimes, children decide that placing them at facilities is the best thing to do, others, however opt for taking them in with them. But there is also another solution that I guess fits both sides just perfectly, and that’s the MEDCottage places, or granny pods.

These cottages are portable apartments that are placed in the the yard. This allows the parents to be really close to you, and still enjoy their privacy and independence.

“That wasn’t our name,” Ken Dupin, MEDCottage’s founder told CBS News. “You don’t get to choose your nickname.”

The places are just awesome. They include all the safety features that nursing homes have, such as safety rails, first aid kits, defibrillator, and more.

There are also cameras installed so the caregivers could monitor the parents.

If you love the idea of purchasing a granny pod for your mom and dad you have to be ready to spend between $85,000 and $125,000.

The only difficulty related to these homes is the placing, but Virginia already passed a law allowing the placement of MEDCottages.

Why granny pods would be a better solution than nursing homes is the fact that 40% of residents of nursing homes have reported abuse and more than 90% of them reported incidents of neglect.

At the same time, a 2010 study showed that half of the caregivers at nursing homes admitted to elderly neglect or abuse. That same percent admitted to verbally abuse the residents at some point.

By 2030, one in five Americans will be over the age of sixty-five. This number would outweigh the facilities and resources available to them. And knowing that almost 90 percent of the elderly population would like to age in their own home, it’s safe to say that granny pods are the perfect solution.

Don’t you just love them?

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Christmas feast that my husband demanded I prepare with the $50 he threw at me – He never expected my payback

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With the holiday being around the corner and our budget being tight, my husband Mike still insisted on inviting his family over for Christmas. For me, that meant endless hours of cleaning and cooking and then listening to his parents’ harsh comments about the kind of housewife I was. But things took even worse turn when Greg, who was incredibly irresponsible with his spending habits, threw $50 at me and told me to cook the Christmas feast, reminding me not to embarrass him in front of his family.

Looking at him, I smiled because I was sure he was joking this time. “Greg, this money isn’t enough for the turkey alone. How do you expect me to cook dinner for that many people with this little money?” I asked. “You’ll figure something out,” he responded. “Look at my mom, she is a magician in the kitchen and never spends much on groceries.”

I couldn’t believe he was doing this to me yet again. Ever since we married two years ago, both he and his parents, Richard and Maureen, treated me as their personal cook and their maid. They even joked about me cooking for every single holiday and most of the weekends. My father-in-law even suggested I start a catering service because I was cooking for free anyways. He then started laughing and his wife and son joined in the fun.

Their remarks and high expectations of me became something I couldn’t put up with any longer.

But, I had a plan. I knew I needed to teach Greg a lesson he would never forget.

He always believed I didn’t deserve to have money on my own, because according to him I didn’t need any. I was a housewife and that’s how he saw me throughout our marriage.

However, I had some savings; money I put aside when doing the grocery shopping. Greg didn’t know of that money and I was about to use it for this Christmas.

So, instead of cooking, I pre-ordered everything from the nicest restaurant in town. I got a roasted turkey, pies, freshly-baked rolls, creamy mashed potatoes, and cranberry sauce. The table resembled one from the catalogs. Everything was perfect, all I needed to do was reheat the food.

When Greg saw what I prepared, he said, “I knew you could make this. This is what happens when you have a husband who trusts in you.”

I couldn’t stand the irony in his tone of voice. He thought giving me this little validation would satisfy me.

His parents always judged people who ordered food instead of cooking it at home, saying they didn’t deserve to celebrate properly. They would also say they would never allow themselves to eat takeouts, especially on special days like Christmas.

When they arrived that afternoon, the first thing Maureen said was that I missed a spot at a shelf, pointing to a dust-free space. Anyways, I tried to act as cool as possible and even thanked her for her remark, adding I would take a note for the next time.

Greg, his parents, and his two brothers sat at the perfectly arranged table and couldn’t wait to try my specialties.

It was then that I raised a glass and said I did my best with the $50 my husband gave me and told me to work my magic. Yes, he believed that a Christmas feast was only worth that much money.

His brothers exchanged looks and I told everyone that I was treated as a personal maid and chef for way too long. Then, I revealed that the food was from a restaurant, took my purse, and left the house.

When I got in my car, I headed to the park where I used to find my peace. I opened the bottle of wine I had taken with me and I poured myself a glass.

My phone went crazy. I received so many messages from Greg. They went from anger to desperation.

But I didn’t answer back.

Later that evening, I returned home. Greg was already asleep and the table was still set; the turkey untouched. The chairs were pushed as though the guests were in a hurry to leave the so much anticipated Christmas feast.

In the morning, I told Greg it was done. I filed for divorce and for the first time in two years, I stopped fearing the holidays. I never felt so liberated before.

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Amid the Los Angeles wildfires, the business tycoon shares how the ‘miracle’ property remained completely ‘untouched’

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Among the properties that were completely destroyed in the Palisades fire in Los Angeles, there is a $9 million property that remained untouched.

The owner of the house, David Steiner, believes there is an explanation behind the miracle of his property not being affected by the wildfire.

Unfortunately, the fires that rage in LA have burnt over 20,000 acres. So far, first responders have managed to put out three of eight wildfires.

Reports are that over 5,000 buildings, including homes, businesses, and landmarks have also been destroyed.

Authorities believe that the Kenneth fire, that threatens homes near Calabasas and Hidden Hills was set on purpose by a man that has since been arrested. The suspect was detained by the locals until police arrived. He was seen riding a bicycle and carrying a torch, trying to lit garbage cans and old Christmas trees.

Among those who lost their homes are a number of celebrities, among which Anna Faris, Eugene Levy, Paris Hilton, and Billy Crystal.

Tycoon David Steiner is surprised his property remained untouched by the raging flames.

When a local contractor sent him a video from the fire on January 7, Steiner, a retired retired waste-management businessman, was certain his three-story home was doomed, but that’s not what happened.

“[The contractor] was watching the news reports and saw my neighbor’s house going down and told me, ‘It looks like your house is going too’,” Steiner stated to the New York Post.

Soon, people started calling him on the phone, telling him his home was all over the news.

“I started getting pictures and realised we had made it through,” Steiner continued. “My wife sent me something this morning that said, ‘Last house standing’. And it brought a pretty big smile to my face at a pretty bad time.”

He believes that the house survived due to its cruise ship-like construction.

“It has an ‘ultra-sturdy construction’ and was built to withstand earthquakes,” the father of three said.

He explained that “It’s stucco and stone with a fireproof roof,” and boasts pilings ‘like 50 feet into the bedrock’ which keep it steady when strong waves crash in.

“To be totally honest with you, I never in a million years thought a wildfire would jump to the Pacific Coast Highway and start a fire,” Steiner said. “I thought, ‘If we ever have an earthquake, this would be the last thing to go’. I honestly didn’t think that if we had a fire, this would be the last thing to go. And it was.

“The architecture is pretty nice. But the stucco and fireproof roof are real nice.”

When people texted him, saying they were praying for him, Steiner said he’d only lose a property, not his home. He didn’t have family memories there. He says we need to pray for those who have lost their homes.

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This dish can be the reason why people die of cancer

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The food we consume plays a significant, if nor crucial, role in maintaining good health. Having said that, moderation is the key. Consuming too much of certain food can affect our overall well-being.

We should all strive for a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains if we want to maintain good physical and mental health.

Speaking of foods that can have a negative impact on our body, there is a certain Thai dish that is so dangerous to consume it is believed to take the lives of 20,000 people each year.

The ingredients themselves don’t impose any danger, except for one key component.

This dish, known as Koi Pla, is made of raw fish, lemon juice, herbs, and spices, but it is considered a salad by the people living in modern-day Laos and Isan. Sometimes, galangal, shallots, and mint are used for added flavor.

The fish used to prepare this dish is caught from a body of water in the Mekong region which contains parasitic flatworms.

Sadly, people consume this dish, they are likely to end up with the parasites in their body. These parasites attack the liver and cause liver cancer.

This type of cancer is mostly present in people of East Asia.

Doctor Narong Khuntikeo is trying to raise awareness of the dangers of Koi Pla. His own parents died of liver cancer after consuming this dish.

Unfortunately, the Lao people won’t listen. They simply won’t give up their tradition of preparing and consuming this dish that can lead them to death.

“It’s a very big health burden around here,” Dr. Khuntikeo told Agence France-Presse. “But nobody knows about this because they die quietly, like leaves falling from a tree.”

In 2017, the doctor, along with a group of scientists, performed ultrasound scans and urine tests at the people of the region where the dish is consumed on a daily basis.

The results showed that around 80 percent of the people from different communities have had the parasite.

When sharing the findings with the residents, most of them won’t care.

“Oh well, there are many ways to die,” one of them said. “I’ve never been checked before, so I think I will probably have it because I’ve been eating (koi pla) since I was little,” another added.

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Young boy loses his life in a rare ‘one-in-a-million’ skiing accident while on a trip with his entire family

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Monica Pop

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Just before New Year, the Murray family of Weymouth, Massachusetts, lost their son Jack during a skiing accident described as “one-in-a-million.”

As he enjoyed the snow, sweet Jack struck a tree while on an intermediate trail. He was 12 years old.

The police confirmed that at the time of the tragedy, Jack had his safety gear on, including a helmet.

He was found unconscious and was taken to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

At the time of his tragic passing, he was surrounded by his parents, his brother, his cousin, and his uncle.

Speaking of his son, Jake’s dad told WCVB, “He was skiing on a trail that was well within his ability. He was wearing his helmet and safety gear. Just kind of a one-in-a-million accident that, unfortunately, cut his life too short.”

Although he was still very young, Jake had accomplished a lot.

His obituary read: “Jack is the most magical little boy and was on his way to becoming a truly exceptional man. His positivity and laughter are infectious. He is a loving and patient person who always sees the best in people.

“Despite his short life he did more in twelve years than most do in a lifetime. He was an artist and musician who loved to draw, paint, build, invent, play trombone and drums.”

“He was an entrepreneur who started an eBay store to sell thrift store finds. [Jack] sold cookies to local restaurants and sold and drew caricatures for the neighborhood with his friends.

“He even created a clothing brand, shirt designs and built an online store all by himself. Jack has a passion for everything in life, he is a soccer player, assistant coach for Finn’s team and referee in Weymouth Youth Soccer.

“He was on the Chapman Wrestling team, loved basketball, paddle boarding with his mother, swimming, boating with his father, and movies at the Cameo with friends.”

Jack’s family started a GoFundMe page that has helped raise over $100,000 so far.

That tragic skiing accident affected their lives forever.

Our thoughts and prayers go to Jack’s grieving family.

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Brothel manager discloses the specific time men are most likely to cheat on their partners

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Monica Pop

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Catherine De Noire is a brothel manager. The place is legal and over the years she’s been running it, she’s learned a lot about the behavior of married man and what exact time they tend to cheat on their partners.

First, if you wonder how De Noire’s business is actually legal, have in mind that six of Nevada’s seventeen counties allow brothels to run.

In certain countries, such as The Netherlands, s*x work is legal. In the capital, Amsterdam, there is a ‘red light district.’ Germany, New Zealand, and Singapore are yet other countries who allow brothels to function legally.

Speaking of the brothel she runs, De Noire explained that it has 100 rooms.

It is closed between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m., a time during which the rooms are cleaned.

The places “busy hour” doesn’t come until midday, the time when office workers take their lunch break. The next time it gets busy is between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.

“Men who finish work early often stop by. These are usually married men who need to go home on time, so they can’t stay for the night,” she explained.

Evening shift workers visit the brothel between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. After that, the place gets quite crowded again between 1 a.m. and 4 a.m.

“A few hundred clients arrive, many of whom have been partying elsewhere first. Most of the staff — including bartenders, receptionists and cleaners — are super busy,” she said.

At around 5 a.m. the place is empty. The women who work there have around an hour to discuss how the day had been with the rest of the workers.

What De Noire had to say about her legal brothel caught the attention of many.

People bombarded the social media with a bunch of questions regarding the place.

“This is very interesting, sounds like long days,” a person commented.

“If I were to go it would definitely be first thing,” another posted.

Sharing a glimpse of how the place runs, De Noire said there are some crazy stories taking place at her brothel.

She recalled a client paying one of the workers $4,500. He took her to the cemetery where they shared a cigarette. He then drove her back.

De Noire revealed the club’s “eight second rule.”

“In case of an emergency or a heated situation, workers are instructed to press the panic button. The eight-second rule refers to the time frame within which our security team must arrive at the room after the panic button is pressed,” she explained.

In the comments section of her video, De Noire stated that the panic button isn’t used more than twice a month. So far, they “never experienced any serious cases of aggression.”

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

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

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.

His claims sparked controversy among people.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

His post has been seen by over 2 million people.

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

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.

What’s most, numbness or tingling sensations in your hands can be easy to overcome.

“If the condition persists, it can cause permanent nerve damage. Sometimes surgery is necessary to relieve the pressure,” as per Healthline.

The 53-year-old interior designer, Anne, believed she was giving the money, 830,000 euros ($850,000), for the actor’s alleged cancer treatments.

The person behind the scam used AI generated videos and images of the Once Upon A Time In Hollywood star, and even proposed to her.

Her daughter tried to warn her about the scammer many times, but she wouldn’t listen.

This poor woman who has been scammed out of $850,000 was forced to sell her furniture and move in with a friend.

Sadly, by the time I arrived, Jenny was already gone.

Wandering, I noticed a homeless woman in her forties, fragile and in need of help.

A beautiful woman, nicely dressed and with a smile on her face was standing at my doorstep.

His post is believed to have reached a number of people who have actually listened to his advice.

Ever since his post attracted plenty of attention, the meteorologist is sharing updates about what he things could happen next regarding the raging LA wildfires that have claimed the lives of 24 people.

However, he couldn’t have it, not whole, not a part of it. It was all mine.

“Your ex? Like in the one who ripped your wallpaper and took your toilet paper?”

In a heartfelt interview with MSNBC’s Katy Tur, Garner revealed she’s mourning the loss of a dear friend.

Before he is sworn president for the second time, Trump is expected to visit the Arlington National Cemetery and have various dinners.

Further, the group stated that their performance at Trump’s inauguration would unite the nation with music.

Sloan decided to cover her tattoos using foundation makeup, something she only spent £3 on.

What’s most, she’s been banned from certain bars and from school events.

However, in the middle of having it cleaned, Liam got tired and said, “Mom, why don’t we use dad’s secret car instead?”

I went out of the house, entered Sarah’s car that was parked near our home, and waited.

Melissa’s formal outfit and her typing told me Ben was telling the truth.

Rory was born with cerebral palsy. At the time of his passing, he was 32 years of age.

Sadly, Shelley was unable to lift or move her son.

Besides being a child star, Rory was also a “sought after motivational speaker” at the age of eight.

Recently, a supercomputer made a projection on the topic and the prognosis are bleak.

While some found the tribute lovely, many took to social media to criticize the country musicians because of their choice of song.

There are also cameras installed so the caregivers could monitor the parents.

Why granny pods would be a better solution than nursing homes is the fact that 40% of residents of nursing homes have reported abuse and more than 90% of them reported incidents of neglect.

Reports are that over 5,000 buildings, including homes, businesses, and landmarks have also been destroyed.

Tycoon David Steiner is surprised his property remained untouched by the raging flames.

He believes that the house survived due to its cruise ship-like construction.

The ingredients themselves don’t impose any danger, except for one key component.

This type of cancer is mostly present in people of East Asia.

In 2017, the doctor, along with a group of scientists, performed ultrasound scans and urine tests at the people of the region where the dish is consumed on a daily basis.

Although he was still very young, Jake had accomplished a lot.

That tragic skiing accident affected their lives forever.

Speaking of the brothel she runs, De Noire explained that it has 100 rooms.

What De Noire had to say about her legal brothel caught the attention of many.

De Noire revealed the club’s “eight second rule.”

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