Swollen legs, or edema, happen when excess fluid accumulates in the lower limb tissues, making them look puffy, tight, or heavy. It can affect one or both legs, ranging from mild to severe, and understanding its signs, causes, and treatments is key to effective management and prevention of complications. Symptoms Visible swelling in the feet,…
Chris Hemsworth says learning about his heightened genetic risk for Alzheimer’s has changed his perspective on health, work, and family life. The 41-year-old actor discovered the news while filming Disney+’s Limitless, which examines human longevity. Genetic testing revealed he carries two copies of the APOE4 gene—one from each parent—raising his Alzheimer’s risk by up to…
Psychologists suggest that a person’s favorite color can reveal much about their personality, strengths, weaknesses, and relationships. The color you are most drawn to often reflects your emotions and approach to life. If purple is your favorite, you likely rely on intuition, are kind-hearted, and help others in need. You are a perfectionist seeking emotional…
President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID-19, prompting the postponement of his trip to Washington, D.C. for the 75th NATO Summit. The 81-year-old president, last seen coughing during a Pennsylvania campaign event, is experiencing mild symptoms such as fatigue and nasal congestion. In a video from the White House residence, Biden said he is…
Donald Trump has reportedly ordered the relocation of the official portraits of former presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and George H. W. Bush to less visible areas of the White House, according to CNN. Obama’s portrait, unveiled in 2022 and painted by Robert McCurdy, was originally placed in the White House entryway but has…
Sleeping with the wrong person can cause lasting emotional damage that goes far beyond the physical act. When intimacy is shared with someone who doesn’t respect or value you, it can leave feelings of emptiness, regret, and even being used. What might have seemed like a brief moment of pleasure can quickly turn into weeks…
The Texas House has taken aggressive action against Democratic lawmakers who fled the state to block voting legislation, voting to suspend their direct deposit privileges until they return to the Capitol. Instead of electronic payments, absent members must now collect their paychecks in person at the Capitol in Austin, effectively forcing them to set foot…
The Trump administration has reportedly directed the FBI to conduct armed night patrols in Washington, D.C., following President Trump’s warning that he could federalize the city if local leaders failed to maintain order. According to reports, residents should expect a heightened federal presence after dark, with armed FBI agents patrolling strategic areas. The decision reportedly…
U.S. drug policy may be at a turning point as federal officials consider revising the Controlled Substances Act’s classification of cannabis. Currently listed as a Schedule I drug alongside heroin and LSD, cannabis is considered to have a high abuse potential and no accepted medical use, a stance increasingly at odds with state laws and…
Texas politics just erupted, sending ripples across the nation. Governor Greg Abbott has formally asked the Texas Supreme Court to remove Houston Representative Gene Wu, Chair of the House Democratic Caucus, from office. Abbott’s accusation stems from Wu and more than 50 Democratic colleagues leaving the state to block a vote on redistricting legislation. The…