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The Beloved Star Trek Icon Who Just Lost His FINAL Battle

2018 Star Trek Convention Las Vegas LAS VEGAS, NV – AUGUST 04: Actor Sir Patrick Stewart speaks during the 17th annual official Star Trek convention at the Rio Hotel & Casino on August 4, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Gabe Ginsberg/Getty Images) Actor Patrick Stewart, best-known for his roles in “Star Trek” and “X-Men,” has died at age 86 after a brief battle with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia. Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia are progressive neurological condit

Healthline·Entertainment·1h ago
Tech
Business

KFC's Secret Plan to DOMINATE the Chicken Wars

On a busy street in Dubai, there’s a building that’s impossible to miss. Its bright red facade glows with electric white lights. Three giant archways offer passersby a glimpse of a two-story screen playing constant editorial-style videos. Inside, a stark, almost brutalist construction is offset by two-tone red furniture and a neon wall mural.  It’s not a club or a luxury store—it’s a KFC. We’re in the middle of a modern chicken war, and KFC wants to reclaim its icon status. Chicken—more specific

Fast Company·Business·1h ago

Why Gen Z Is Refusing to Be AVAILABLE Anymore

For decades now, American workers have adhered to an unspoken deal that, in order to be successful professionally, some sacrifices need to be made. Whether it be checking work emails after dinner, taking work calls while on vacation, or being willing to be available to your boss on a Sunday, these behaviors became commonplace demonstrations of professional commitment. No one ever said any of it out loud, but through osmosis, employees came to accept that behavior as the standard in order to glea

Fast Company·Business·1h ago
Politics

What Both Parties Are HIDING in Their Final Midterm Push

Republicans, worried about losing control of Congress, are sending dire warnings about the opposing party. Democrats are trying to keep their focus on affordability, corruption and President Trump.

The New York Times·Politics·2h ago

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International

The UN Mission That Just ENDED After Decades

Western Sahara: UN ‘stands ready’ to keep supporting peace efforts as MINURSO mission ends  UN News UN's peacekeeping mission in disputed Western Sahara ends after 35 years  NPR UN peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara ends after 35 years, UN chief says  Reuters Why is Morocco celebrating the defeat of a UN resolution on Western Sahara?  Al Jazeera Rival US and Russia resolutions on disputed Western Sahara are defeated in UN Security Council  AP News

Google News·International·2h ago
Health

The Drug-Resistant SUPERBUGS Killing 50,000 Americans Every Year

A CDC report shows an increase in drug-resistant superbugs across the United States. Abraham Gonzalez Fernandez · Moment/Getty Drug-resistant bacteria and fungi cause roughly 9.7 million infections and 50,800 deaths annually in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Hospital-acquired infections account for over 42,000 deaths and cost more than $12 billion. Overuse of antibiotics — particularly for viral infections where they offer no benefit — c

Healthline·Health·1h ago

Why Being Overweight in Your 20s Could Be a DEATH Sentence

New research shows that having obesity in your 20s and 30s may increase your risk of developing cancer before midlife. Anchiy · E+/Getty Young adults with obesity may face a higher risk of developing cancer before midlife compared to those at a moderate weight, according to new research. Cancer risk increased progressively with weight, from 1.84% in people at a moderate weight to 2.62% in those with severe obesity. Abdominal obesity (measured by waist circumference) was also linked to eleva

Healthline·Health·1h ago

The SHOCKING Difference Between Wegovy and Zepbound Nobody Tells You

New research shows that using hormone therapy with a GLP-1 during menopause may lead to greater weight loss. Tatsiana Volkava · Moment/Getty A study presented at the 2026 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society found that women using menopause hormone therapy (MHT) alongside semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) experienced greater weight loss than those taking semaglutide alone. Tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) combined with MHT showed only modest early differences in weight loss, with no statistic

Healthline·Health·1h ago

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The Brain Health Supplement That Might Be WORTHLESS

Research suggests that fish oil supplements may offer no benefit for Alzheimer’s prevention. Anastasiia Sienotova/Moment/Getty Images A 2-year clinical trial found that high dose omega-3 supplements didn’t improve memory, thinking skills, or brain structure in older adults at increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease. The supplements raised omega-3 levels in participants’ blood and in the fluid around the brain, yet their test scores and brain structure matched those of the placebo group. Expert

Healthline·Health·1h ago

The Daily Ritual That Could Add YEARS to Your Life

Recent research has found that regularly drinking tea may help reduce your risk of heart disease. Guido Mieth · Moment/Getty Regular tea drinkers may have an 11% lower risk of vascular disease, including a 37% lower risk of ischemic stroke and a 17% lower risk of heart attack, according to a large study. Both black and green tea may support heart health when consumed without added sugar, though the findings show an association rather than prove that tea prevents disease. People who drank tea

Healthline·Health·1h ago

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Why Everything You Know About Women's Heart Health Is WRONG

Women have unique biological components that can make their risk of heart disease higher than that of men. SDI Productions/E+/Getty Images Four medical organizations have published a trio of reports aimed at improving female heart health. The recommendations include a comprehensive plan to prevent and manage cardiovascular disease across all stages of the female life span. The organizations say that females have unique biological components that can make their risk of heart disease higher th

Healthline·Health·1h ago

The Unexpected Drug That's Clearing Menopausal BRAIN FOG

Recent research has found that ADHD medications may help reduce menopausal brain fog. WhiteTea · E+/Getty A recent review found that ADHD medications like lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse) and atomoxetine (Strattera) may help improve self-reported symptoms of brain fog in perimenopausal and postmenopausal women. Menopausal brain fog — including forgetfulness, slow thinking, and difficulty concentrating — may be linked to hormonal fluctuations that affect brain function during perimenopause and meno

Healthline·Health·1h ago

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The Coffee Additive That DOUBLED Your Morning Calories

Recent research shows that additions to coffee have increased its calorie content by 40%. Boy_Anupong · Moment/Getty The average number of calories U.S. adults consumed from coffee beverages increased by nearly 40% between 2003 and 2018, rising from 43 to 60 calories per day, even as the amount of coffee consumed remained relatively stable. Non-dairy creamer became the largest source of calories added to coffee by 2018, contributing about 19 calories per day, more than double the amount reco

Healthline·Health·1h ago

The Hospitals That Just Made HISTORY for Specialty Care

Healthgrades announced its 2027 Specialty Excellence Outpatient Awards and Specialty State Rankings, recognizing hospitals with outstanding patient outcomes across 19 specialty care areas and outpatient procedures. Getty Images Healthgrades announced its 2027 Specialty Excellence Outpatient Awards and Specialty State Rankings, recognizing hospitals with outstanding patient outcomes across 19 specialty care areas and outpatient procedures. Around 80% of patients consider hospital quality whe

Healthline·Health·1h ago

What 10 Years of Bedtime Stories Taught Me About HEALTH

Healthline Editor-in-Chief Robin Hough reads a bedtime story with his children, Amelia and Henry. Photo courtesy of Robin Hough. October is Health Literacy Month: a reminder that even the best health information only helps if people can read it and understand it. That’s what the Healthline Editorial team works toward every day, but literacy starts much earlier: with a child, a bedtime, and a book. Research links regular reading for pleasure to better mental health, a lower risk of cognitive

Healthline·Health·1h ago
Sports

The Disney-NFL Collab That's Breaking TRADITION

Mickey & Friends are getting ready to head to Super Bowl LXI with a new lineup of limited-edition merchandise. Through their collaboration with the NFL, Disney launched three new collections on Thursday: Disney x Champion, Disney x FOCO and Disney Pinnacle by Dapper Labs. Featuring an array of T-shirts and crewnecks, the Disney x Champion […]

Variety·Sports·2h ago
Entertainment

The Trans War Drama That Just Won TOKYO's Top Prize

German director and screenwriter Isabelle Stever’s “I Rarely Wake Up Dreaming” has won the Tokyo International Film Festival’s Ethical Film Award. The award, set up in 2023 with sponsor Sumitomo Corporation, highlights films that shed light on issues such as the environment, poverty and discrimination. A jury picks the winner from three nominees drawn from […]

Variety·Entertainment·1h ago

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The Harry Potter Agency Making Its BOLDEST Move Yet

“Harry Potter” agent The Blair Partnership has appointed Will Obbard and Alex Flanagan to senior roles as the company eyes a new phase of growth. “I’m delighted to welcome Alex and Will to The Blair Partnership,” said Neil Blair, founding partner of The Blair Partnership. “Both bring exceptional experience in their respective fields and their […]

Variety·Entertainment·1h ago
Other

The Paris Homeless Shelter With a SECRET Weapon

At the nonprofit Emmaüs Solidarité homeless shelter in Paris, it’s not uncommon for new residents to have sleepless nights. But since the summer, residents have had a new way to cope with the stress of a restless evening: head to the courtyard and do a few circuits on their new outdoor gym.  Through a partnership between the city, the nonprofit, and Omnigym, a Finnish fitness company, this new installation of outdoor exercise equipment seeks to not just help provide access to fitness gear, but b

Fast Company·Other·1h ago