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Swatch's Latest Collab Is a $400 POCKET Watch

The pink, yellow, and teal Otg Roz is one of the Royal Pop’s eight unique designs. | Image: Swatch Following a series of cryptic newspaper ads and Instagram teasers that had watch fans speculating about its next collaboration, Swatch announced a new timepiece collection created with luxury watchmaker Audemars Piguet. Inspired by Swatch's iconic Pop watches from the '80s and Audemars Piguet's Royal Oak timepieces that first debuted in 1972, the new Audemars Piguet x Swatch Royal Pop collection

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The Cruise Ship Outbreak That Has WHO ALARMED

Three passengers have died and several others have fallen ill aboard a cruise ship in a deadly hantavirus outbreak. AFP via Getty Images A cluster of three deaths among passengers aboard a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean has been linked to a deadly hantavirus outbreak. Human-to-human transmission of hantavirus is rare, but it appears to have spread among passengers, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). A suspected total of 7 cases has been identified, and investigators are wor

Why the FDA Just BLOCKED Scientists From Telling You This

The FDA has blocked the publication of COVID-19 and shingles vaccine safety studies. What does this mean for public health? Image credit: Gerardo Vieyra/NurPhoto via Getty Images The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has blocked the publication of COVID-19 and shingles vaccine safety studies, citing concerns over their conclusions. Experts question the decision to withdraw the studies, since both vaccines have substantial evidence supporting their safety and effectiveness. Some experts say

The NEW Weight Loss Drug Making Zepbound Look OUTDATED

A new GLP-1 drug shows promise for improving metabolic health and treating obesity-related diseases like liver disease. camacho9999/Getty Images A new weight loss drug called survodutide has shown promising results in a phase 3 clinical trial. The drug, which stimulates GLP-1 and glucagon receptors, led to a 16.6% drop in body weight. Survodutide also reduced waist circumference, an indicator of metabolic health. Experts hope the drug will be useful for both obesity and liver disease; howeve

The Food in Your Pantry That's ATTACKING Your Heart

European scientists are advocating for more education on the health harms of ultra-processed foods. Trinette Reed/Stocksy European scientists say ultra-processed foods increase the risks of a variety of health ailments, particularly heart disease. They recommend that medical professionals discuss the health dangers of ultra-processed foods with their patients. Experts agree that doctors should advise their patients on how to identify ultra-processed foods and reduce them in their daily diets

The Daily Habit That Cuts Dementia Risk by 35 PERCENT

A huge long-term study found that drinking two to three cups of coffee a day was linked to a much lower risk of dementia, especially before age 75. Researchers say caffeine may help keep brain cells active while reducing inflammation and harmful plaque buildup associated with Alzheimer’s disease. But more coffee wasn’t better — the protective effect appeared to level off after moderate intake.

The Syndrome Doctors Say Could TRIGGER Your Cancer

New research indicates that cancer prevention should be part of the treatment protocol for people with CKM syndrome. Sean Locke/Stocksy Researchers say people with cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome have a higher risk of developing cancer. They note that the cancer risk rises as the severity of CKM syndrome increases, ranging from a 3% higher risk at stage 1 to a 30% higher risk at stage 4. Experts say people can lower their cancer risk by maintaining a healthy diet, getting regu

The Breast Density Treatment That Could Change EVERYTHING

New research found that the drug endoxifen reduced mammographic breast density with fewer side effects. praetorianphoto/Getty Images A study has found promising results with the breast cancer prevention drug (Z)-endoxifen. The drug reduced breast density safely and with fewer side effects than tamoxifen. It also had fewer troublesome side effects than this standard preventive treatment. Experts say that if further research confirms these findings, the endoxifen could help increase compliance

The Hospitals Where Patient Experience Reaches NEW Heights

Healthgrades has announced the recipients of the 2026 Outstanding Patient Experience Awards. Healthgrades recently announced the recipients of the 2026 Outstanding Patient Experience Awards. The awards recognize hospitals that excel at delivering top-quality care while ensuring a positive patient experience. The 2026 recipients include 373 hospitals from 46 states and represent the top 15% of hospitals nationwide for patient experience. Healthgrades has announced the recipients of the 2026 O

She Got HIV in 1996 and Is THRIVING at 74

Barbara Roberts has lived with HIV for 30 years. Now, a new FDA-approved medication is changing how she manages it at the age of 74. Barbara Roberts (pictured above) was diagnosed with HIV at the age of 44. Today, at 74, she continues thriving with the help of a new FDA-approved medication. In 1996, Barbara Roberts thought she had a bad case of the flu that wouldn’t go away. After several days of experiencing a high fever and sweating, she decided to go to the emergency room, where she wa

Can Office Air Really DAMAGE Your Skin and Hair

A new viral theory circulating on social media platforms claims ‘office air’ can negatively affect the health and appearance of your skin and hair. Mihajlo Ckovric/Stocksy “Office Air Theory” is trending on social media, with claims that office environments can negatively impact skin and hair throughout the day. Experts say there is some truth to the trend, as low humidity and dry indoor air can dehydrate skin. Stress, screen time, hormones, and hygiene habits can also play a role. Staying h

The ICU Wedding That Heart Failure Couldn't STOP

Daniel Phan was in heart failure and days from undergoing lifesaving surgery when he and his girlfriend, Julia, decided to get married — in the ICU. Daniel and Julia Phan on their wedding day in the ICU. Daniel Phan Daniel and Julia Phan met when they were kids after Daniel’s parents hired Julia’s mom to work at their nail salon. “We were the same age. I went to her house when I was, like, eight years old, not knowing she was going to be my future wife,” Daniel told Healthline. While the t

Your DREAMS Could Be Controlling Your Morning Mood

Research shows that your dreams may affect your morning mood. Image Credit: Studio Firma/Stocksy A recent study has found that your dreams can affect your mood in the morning.  The study showed that those who experienced fear in their dreams were more likely to have a low mood upon waking.  The researchers suggest that dreams may help you process emotions.  Sleep is an important part of overall health, but the impacts of your dreams are less well understood. A study recently published in Sle

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Dolly Parton's Health Update Has FANS Worried

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – JUNE 06: Dolly Parton speaks onstage during Kicking Off CMA Fest: A Special Conversation With Dolly Parton Hosted By Rachel Smith at Music City Center on June 06, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Terry Wyatt/WireImage) Dolly Parton shared a new health update with fans in an Instagram video. Though she didn’t specify exactly what health issues she’s facing, Parton noted previous challenges with her kidney health as well as weakened immune and digestive systems. T

TLC Just Announced a '90 Day Fiance' FAN Convention

TLC is taking a cue from Bravo’s massively popular fan event, BravoCon, with the launch of a multi-day event for the rabid audience surrounding its “90 Day Fiancé” franchise. Per a press release issued during the WBD upfront presentation to advertisers Wednesday, “In addition to its robust slate of new and returning series, WBD continues […]

Sundance's Boulder MOVE Could Change Film Festivals Forever

For more than 40 years, the Sundance Film Festival was virtually synonymous with Park City, the ski town that hosted premieres of indie classics like “Reservoir Dogs,” “Little Miss Sunshine” and “Sex, Lies, and Videotape.” But in 2027, Sundance will depart the mountain resort for its new home in Boulder, Colo., lured by tax incentives, as well […]

Warner Bros. Discovery Opens Upfront With Ted Turner TRIBUTE

Warner Bros. Discovery held its annual upfront presentation on Wednesday morning — but before kicking things off, CNN anchor Anderson Cooper took the Madison Square Garden Theatre stage to pay tribute to the late Ted Turner. After a clip showcasing Turner introducing CNN to the world in 1980 (“for those employees of Turner Broadcasting, whose […]

'Nagi Notes' Examines Lives No Longer DEFINED by Patriarchy

No voices are raised in “Nagi Notes,” in the course of a tranquil week or so spent in a remote rural village in western Japan. No seismic incidents disrupt the film’s mellow day-to-day flow, and though we hear sporadic background rumbles from a military base in the area, no urgent mortal threat hangs over proceedings. […]

Nashville's Women MOVERS Are Changing Music City

More than a decade after the condescending comment (from a male executive who shall remain nameless) about female artists being the “tomatoes in the salad” of country radio, things have indeed come a long way.  In 2026 alone, Ella Langley has had the No. 1 single and album on the Billboard Hot 100 and 200 […]

'RBG' Filmmakers Team on NEW Documentary for CNN

Betsy West and Julie Cohen, the filmmakers behind “RBG” and “Julia,” will make “Top of the World,” a new documentary short for CNN Films and Time Studios. Set inside Windows on the World, the legendary restaurant atop the World Trade Center, the documentary short draws on the voices of those who worked there to capture […]

CNN Gives Eva Longoria's France Series SECOND Cycle

Eva Longoria can’t say au revoir to France quite yet. CNN will run a second cycle of her “Eva Longoria: Searching for France,” the latest in a series of cuisine-focused travel programs that have dispatched the actress, producer and director to Spain and Mexico as well. The next season of the show will debut in […]

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