Symptoms of deadly virus with no cure as outbreak prompts airports to launch COVID-style measures

Symptoms of the deadly Nipah virus in India, which has seen several airports reinstate health screening protocols reminiscent of the COVID-19 pandemic, have been revealed. Health officials across the globe are on high alert due to the virus’ significant fatality rate and the lack of available treatment. The alarm was first raised in early January, … Lire la suite

Fundraiser for ‘American Hero’ Alex Pretti shot by federal agent surpasses $1 million as one of the world’s richest men donates $10,000

A fundraiser set up for anti-ICE protestor, Alex Pretti, who was shot by a federal agent on Saturday (January 24), has now surpassed $1 million as one of the richest men makes a huge donation. Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse, was fatally shot by a federal immigration officer in the street in Minneapolis, which comes … Lire la suite

Stories From Women About Love That Took Them by Surprise

People often claim that emotions follow their own rules, arriving without permission or warning. There is truth in that idea—but feelings do not exist in isolation. Choices still matter, especially when attraction develops in situations layered with moral and emotional complexity. Desire can surface unexpectedly, and when it does, some people pause to consider boundaries, … Lire la suite

Grandpa saw me get out of a cab and asked, “Where’s your birthday BMW?” Mom laughed and said, “Oh, we gave it to your sister!” He went quiet for a moment… then called his lawyer the next day.

The birthday lunch continued, but the mood had shifted—whatever joy had been there was splintered by what happened on the porch. I took the seat beside Grandpa, not because anyone directed me to, but because it was where I always ended up. Even when I was little, I’d been the one at his side, listening … Lire la suite

DHS responds after reports Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino was fired as Trump to withdraw agents from Minneapolis

The Department of Homeland Security has addressed reports that Gregory Bovino has been fired following the shooting of Alex Pretti. ICE and Border Patrol have faced a backlash for their conduct in cities across the US and attitudes towards them have continued to dampen following the shooting of two Americans. At the start of the … Lire la suite

My lower legs are insanely itchy and scaly every January, and my doctor is booked solid. What can I do today?

Every January, as the festive season winds down and the chilling winter sets in, you might notice a familiar, unwelcome sensation: intensely itchy and scaly lower legs. This annual ritual of discomfort can turn a cozy winter evening into a frustrating ordeal. But why does this happen, and what can you do when your doctor … Lire la suite

A father walked into a busy shopping area and entered a luxury bag store — only to be laughed at and thrown out

A CHILD’S SIMPLE WISH Ramon was an ordinary, hardworking father. His wife had passed away years earlier, leaving him to raise his seven-year-old daughter, Nina, on his own. It was Nina’s birthday. As they rode together in a jeepney, she tugged gently at his sleeve. “Daddy,” she said softly, “can I have a doll? The … Lire la suite

Ugh, got a crusty looking bump on my elbow. Can I remove this myself at home, or do I need to see a doc? Looks so bad

Discovering a crusty bump on your elbow can be both alarming and frustrating. Whether it’s causing discomfort or simply an eyesore, the urge to remove it yourself can be strong. However, before taking any action, it’s important to understand what this bump might be and whether it’s safe to treat it at home. In this … Lire la suite

I got pregnant when I was in Grade 10. My parents looked at me coldly and said, “You brought shame to this family. From now on, we are no longer our children.”

I became pregnant when I was in tenth grade. The moment I saw the two lines, my hands began to shake. I was terrified—so frightened I could barely stand. Before I could even think about what to do, everything collapsed at once. My parents looked at me with cold disgust. “This is a disgrace to … Lire la suite

Melania Trump speaks out on Alex Pretti shooting as she makes urgent plea to US

The first lady has spoken for the first time about the fatal shooting of 37-year-old nurse Alex Pretti by Customs and Border Patrol agents in Minneapolis, calling on the public for calm. Melania Trump called for protesters on the street to exercise their rights peacefully, while touting her husband President Trump’s positive conversation with Minnesota … Lire la suite

Off The RecordOur New Nanny Took My Mom On Daily ‘Walks’ — What I Heard On The Doorbell Audio Stopped Me Cold

The six-month mark is a deceptive milestone. In a relationship, it’s when the honeymoon phase ends. In a tragedy, it’s when the casseroles stop coming. In our situation—this strange, grafted-together family dynamic—it was when the polite veneer began to crack, revealing the complex, jagged edges underneath. We were “making it work,” as I told anyone … Lire la suite

My husband said he had a business trip, so I dropped him at the airport with our son. Minutes later, he got into a taxi instead of boarding a flight. I followed—and what I saw shattered everything.

I didn’t remember driving home. Somehow, I got Mason back to our house in Pasadena, made him breakfast, turned on cartoons, and sat on the couch in complete silence. My thoughts were too tangled to even feel. Jason had another life. A home. A woman. And a child on the way. The shock was so … Lire la suite