Flying can be stressful, and spotting “SSSS” on your boarding pass might add to that anxiety. This code stands for Secondary Security Screening Selection, a TSA measure requiring additional checks before boarding. It can be triggered by factors such as traveling from high-risk countries, purchasing one-way or last-minute tickets, paying in cash, or having a…
The British royal family is expected to remain politically neutral, but the late Queen Elizabeth II once made a lighthearted remark about U.S. presidents during a 2018 documentary with Sir David Attenborough. While a helicopter disrupted their conversation in Buckingham Palace’s garden, she jokingly commented, “Sounds like President Trump, or President Obama.” Despite this, King…
Shawna’s comeback ride at a major reining championship was ruined when her boyfriend, Nathan, interrupted her performance with a public proposal. As she and her horse Dakota were about to execute a critical sliding stop, Nathan entered the arena, startling the horse and causing them to be disqualified. The moment, caught on video, went viral…
A dramatic painting of Donald Trump during the 2023 assassination attempt has replaced Barack Obama’s portrait in the White House’s Grand Foyer. The image, based on a photo by AP’s Evan Vucci, captures Trump moments after being grazed by a bullet at a Pennsylvania rally, raising his fist defiantly with blood on his face. Florida…
Former NASA astronaut Ron Garan had a powerful realization during his 178 days in space, where he orbited Earth over 2,800 times. Experiencing the “overview effect”—a deep cognitive shift many astronauts report—Garan felt overwhelmed by Earth’s beauty and fragility. From the International Space Station, he witnessed lightning storms and auroras up close, and saw just…
Vitamin B12 is essential for brain function, red blood cell production, and nerve health. A deficiency can lead to a range of symptoms that often develop slowly and can be mistaken for other issues. Early signs include persistent fatigue and weakness, due to the body’s reduced ability to transport oxygen. Tingling or numbness in the…
Nothing says summer like biting into a juicy, sweet watermelon—but picking a bad one can be a letdown. To find the best watermelon, look for a sugar spot: a small, dry, rough patch indicating sweetness. Choose melons with a deep, consistent green color and avoid pale or patchy ones, which signal early picking. Heaviness is…
This weekend, sky-watchers can enjoy a rare celestial event—the pink micromoon—set to appear on April 12. Despite its name, the pink moon won’t actually be pink; it gets its title from the herb moss pink, an early spring flower in the U.S., as named by Native American tribes and later popularized by the Maine Farmer’s…
This weekend, sky-watchers can enjoy a rare celestial event—the pink micromoon—set to appear on April 12. Despite its name, the pink moon won’t actually be pink; it gets its title from the herb moss pink, an early spring flower in the U.S., as named by Native American tribes and later popularized by the Maine Farmer’s…
Prince William has reportedly made a significant legal move by hiring the prominent UK law firm Mishcon de Reya, known for representing his late mother, Princess Diana. This decision marks a notable shift from royal tradition, as William is stepping away from using Harbottle & Lewis, the royal family’s long-standing legal team. Diana famously enlisted…