It’s the ultimate modern multitask: bathroom break + Instagram scroll. But bringing your phone into the bathroom? Big mistake—like fecal-bacteria-on-your-face level mistake. According to Dr. Primrose Freestone, a clinical microbiologist at the University of Leicester, your phone becomes a germ...
Your reusable water bottle might seem squeaky clean, but it could be a breeding ground for bacteria. Experts recommend washing your water bottle every day. Yes, even if you only filled it with water. Why? Because the dark, moist interior...
Walmart has issued an urgent recall for MaxKare Electric Blankets after multiple reports of overheating, fires, and serious burn injuries. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) confirmed that roughly 8,500 units are affected by the recall. Customers who purchased...
In a dramatic show of military might, U.S. forces launched precision strikes on three of Iran’s most critical nuclear sites—Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan—late Saturday, signaling a sharp escalation in tensions. President Donald Trump, who authorized the mission, claimed the...
We have all been in places; on a first date, in an elevator, in a car with strangers, on a bus or in a yoga class, when we feel a fart festering. So, what do you do? Most of...
Urinary tract infections are the second most common type of infection in the body, resulting in more than 8 million visits to healthcare providers each year. With a shorter urethra that allows bacteria easier access to the bladder, if...
As girls, we were taught to revere the bra. It symbolizes a rite of passage — that day when we can slip one on and take one step closer towards womanhood is an important day indeed. Most girls can’t...
Cannabis users in New York, take note—a statewide recall has been issued for multiple products sold in licensed dispensaries. The New York State Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) announced the recall after a recent round of testing uncovered unapproved...
We’ve all been there—you take a bite of pizza or a sip of hot coffee, and instantly regret it. That scorched, stinging sensation on your tongue can linger for hours or even days. But the good news? You don’t...
Planning to spend time outside this weekend? With temperatures climbing into the 90s across much of the U.S., it’s essential to play it smart. Heat-related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke, can develop quickly, even if there...