Police and wildlife officials responded to a Florida shopping mall, after last-minute Christmas shoppers noticed a gigantic alligator swimming in a nearby pond. According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to the Coconut Point Mall in Estero, Florida, where the alligator was found wandering among the mall’s …
Read More »'Heartbroken' little girl granted one-time hug with 'The Elf on the Shelf' before saying goodbye
When 4-year-oldLily Christiana met her elf, Crackles, for the first time this Christmas season, she instantly loved him and his nightly antics. So when Lily found outCrackles would be leaving on Christmas Day to return to the North Pole, she was “heartbroken,” her mom Brittany Christiana told Fox News Digital. …
Read More »Does 'Dry January' actually improve your health? Here's what to know
For those looking to embrace a healthier lifestyle, the start of the New Year sometimes means the start of “Dry January.” The trend coincides with the U.S. surgeon general’s new advisory warning about alcohol-related cancer risk. Dr. Vivek Murthy issued the guidance on Friday following research that has linked alcohol …
Read More »Keeping pets safe in the cold: 5 key tips for protecting your furry friend this winter
As temperatures around the nation drop this winter, many people have taken out their winter gear and are spending time bundling up in warm clothing before braving the frigid temperatures that are outside their door. Humans, however, aren’t the only ones affected by cold temperatures — pets feel them, too. …
Read More »North Carolina police bring loose pigs, goat home after neighborhood escapade
Police in North Carolina say a group of farm animals escaped from their home and ended up roaming a suburban neighborhood last week. “Is anyone missing their pigs and goat?” the Apex Police Department asked locals in a Facebook post shared on Saturday, along with photos showing the two pigs …
Read More »A travel guide to Utah: Beautiful nature filled stops to visit across the state
Utah is filled with national parks that provide stunning views you won’t get anywhere else. Each national park is filled with hikes that cater to all experience levels. No matter what route you take, you are sure to be surrounded by breathtaking scenery. While visiting the destinations in this guide, …
Read More »Using marijuana to cope with stress or trauma may backfire, studies warn
Cannabis is getting stronger, research has shown — and so are its health risks. Two new studies raise red flags about how marijuana use may increase paranoia and mental health struggles, especially for people who start using it to cope with anxiety, depression or past trauma. The first study, published …
Read More »Who is Pastor Rob McCoy? Charlie Kirk's faith leader delivers emotional tribute at memorial
Pastor Rob McCoy is co-chair of Turning Point Faith in California and is known as “Charlie’s Pastor.” McCoy opened up Charlie Kirk’s memorial service on Sunday, Sept. 21, in Glendale, Arizona, following performances by Christian artists. He has been by the side of the Kirk family since Kirk’s tragic assassination. …
Read More »Grandmother donates ChatGPT-picked Powerball jackpot to Navy relief, dementia research
A Virginia grandmother who used ChatGPT to help pick her Powerball numbers struck it big and donated it all to charity. Carrie Edwards of Midlothian matched four of the first five numbers, plus the Powerball, in the Sept. 8 drawing, winning $50,000. But because she purchased the Power Play option, …
Read More »7 common fitness mistakes older adults make and how to avoid them for better workouts
Experts agree that exercise is vital to longevity and helps to preserve muscle mass, bone density and joint health as we age. But it’s important to approach workouts in the right way to ensure safe, optimal results. The general guideline is for healthy adults to get 150 minutes of moderate …
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