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More people are coming out as Almondsexual – here’s what it means

It can be difficult to keep up with trends in the ever-changing world we live in today. Just when you think you’ve got a grip on things, something else comes along to reinforce that feeling that you’re getting old before your time. This can ring especially true as it relates to sexual identity and orientation, with new terms being developed regularly as people look for ways to accurately describe their experiences of attraction. We’ve already written about individuals who are ‘Abrosexual‘ and ‘Graysexual‘ in the past, but we’ve never touched upon ‘Almondsexuality’. Sound weird? Well, it’s apparently a new microlabel used to help people better define what they’re attracted to. According to Wikipedia, almondsexuality refers to experiencing primary attraction to male-aligned and androgynous-aligned genders, with occasional or minor attraction to female-aligned genders. The orientation comes under the broader multisexual umbrella, which also includes potentially more familiar identit...

Head lice: How to get rid of them and stop them coming back

Anyone who’s ever dealt with head lice will be painfully aware just how much time and energy it takes to get rid of them. Small wonder, then, that it’s every parent’s worst nightmare to have their children catch lice at school. Sadly, head lice are a prolific problem, and one more difficult to avoid than you might think. This is especially true when school returns after the holidays and children have been mixing with one another during summer. It starts with one or two children itching their scalps and escalates from there. Before you know it, the whole family is having to be wary of contracting lice. Then comes the lice removal cream, with is no one’s idea of a good time. It can be sore, takes time out of your day and there’s no guarantee that once the lice are gone they’ll stay gone. The spread of lice Commonly it’s children who ensure lice spread so far, so quickly. According to the Care Guidebook, kids are at greatest risk during the summer months. When school starts up again...

The unbelievable story of Amanda Scarpinati moves me to tears

For decades Amanda Scarpinati cherished her old black and white photo of a nurse cradling her as a baby. It was 1977 that the photo was taken at a hospital in New York after Amanda suffered a serious accident. Amanda, then just 3 months old, fell from the sofa into a hot-steam humidifier and was left with third-degree burns. In the photo, the little girl’s head is wrapped in gauze as the nurse does her best to comfort her. Over the next few years, Amanda endured several operations and was bullied by her classmates because of her appearance. Whenever Amanda was having a terrible day, she would pick up the black and white photo of the nurse. It brought her comfort knowing that there was once a person who cared so much about her. Amanda kept hoping to one day be able to find her guardian angel. She searched for 20 years, and eventually decided to turn to social media for one last try. What happened next is incredibly heart warming. I just had to share this fascinating story! It was ...

22-year-old told he has less than a year to live after stomach pain reveals ultra-rare cancer

A 22-year-old poker dealer has been given a devastating prognosis after what initially seemed like a painful stomach problem turned out to be an exceptionally rare and aggressive form of cancer. Nickodemus Dacres, from Croydon, south London, was working a shift in July 2024 when he suddenly developed severe abdominal pain. He went to the bathroom during his shift, where he noticed blood when he tried to urinate. Alarmed by what he had seen, a colleague rushed him to hospital. Doctors began investigating the cause of his symptoms, but it would take months before they identified the underlying problem. Eventually, scans revealed a small tumor on Nickodemus’s right kidney. By February 2025, doctors had confirmed that he had stage four medullary renal cell carcinoma, or RMC, a rare kidney cancer that had already spread to his lymph nodes and lungs. One of the rarest kidney cancers RMC is considered an exceptionally uncommon form of kidney cancer and is also known for being particular...

Canada’s biggest star Shania Twain – from poverty to fame

Shania Twain is a major superstar whose name is known worldwide. However, her life was not always as glamorous as one would assume. It is always fascinating to know more about your favorite celebrity’s childhood. She might dominate the charts and travel the world now, but that did not always happen. She did not always have an easy life. Keep reading to know more about the singer’s childhood, which might surprise you. Born to a family grappling with poverty in Timmins, Ontario, she had a tough start to her life. Her stepfather’s low-paying reforestation job and her mother’s depression made things even harder. She was just one of five children and had to learn early on to do without. She began to sing in bars and perform; however, soon, she would have a lot more responsibility on her shoulders than just having some gigs every now and then. Soon she was left to be responsible for her siblings. Since her family always struggled with money, she knew how to be without even essentials s...

Doctors warn against ‘pink slime’ in bathroom

In many households, a pinkish residue often appears in bathrooms, particularly around drains, shower curtains, and tile grout. While it might be mistaken for mold, this discoloration is actually caused by the bacterium Serratia marcescens. This microorganism thrives in moist environments and feeds on fatty substances found in soap and shampoo residues. Dr. Karan Raj, a National Health Service (NHS) surgeon, highlighted this issue, stating: “If you’ve seen this pink slime lurking in your bathroom, it’s not mold—it’s bacteria.” He further explained that Serratia marcescens “loves damp, moist places, and enjoys munching on fatty deposits like those found in soaps and shampoos; hence why it likes to hang out in your bathroom.” While generally harmless to healthy individuals, Serratia marcescens can pose health risks to certain populations. Infectious Disease Advisor notes that this bacterium “can be found in soil, water, plants, and animals,” and in homes, it “may be found in the cor...

Life after Dynasty: How Linda Evans faced loss, illness, and found peace

Many things were better in the 1980s, not least the TV shows. Take the soap opera Dynasty, a true classic that grew over the years and turned the incredible Linda Evans into a household name. With her timeless beauty and unmatched elegance, Evans has captivated audiences for decades — and seeing her today, you can’t help but tip your hat in admiration. Won the genetic lottery The 1980s were an unforgettable era — a time when many of us were young, healthy, and full of life, with a sense of peace that feels rare today. Life was simpler, things were affordable, and iconic TV shows like Dynasty captured our imaginations. At the heart of it all was Linda Evans, who embodied the decade with her resilience, strength, and grounded charm both on and off the screen. Linda Evans — a name synonymous with elegance, grace, and that unmistakable 1980s glamour — didn’t just act; she owned every role. Blessed with striking features and perfect bone structure, she truly won the genetic lottery, m...

Sydney Towle’s brother reveals heartbreaking detail about influencer’s final days

Sydney Towle’s family has shared an emotional insight into the influencer’s final days after she died at just 26 following a nearly three-year battle with rare bile duct cancer. TikTok star Sydney Towle, who had amassed more than a million followers across social media, was diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma when she was just 23. Her family announced her death on Thursday, August 6, sharing a photograph of Sydney standing on a mountain peak. “Rest in Peace. Sydney Elizabeth Towle. November 15th 1999-August 5th 2026,” they wrote alongside the heartbreaking tribute. They described Sydney as an “endless ray of sunshine” and said they were incredibly proud of how hard she had fought. Her older brother Austin also addressed her death in a TikTok video alongside their mother, revealing that Sydney had died peacefully after almost three years living with the disease. The family thanked Sydney’s followers for supporting her throughout her cancer journey and said they would make sure she w...

Meghan Markle’s latest magazine cover blasted online

Meghan Markle has been under fire for her latest interview and cover for a major magazine. Keep reading to learn more. Meghan Markle recently appeared on the cover of a major magazine without makeup, which seems to have sparked a major reaction online. The 44-year-old, who is the Duchess of Sussex, is on the cover of Harper’s Bazaar US December 2025/January 2026 issue. A lot of people immediately took note of her lack of makeup in the picture and began to criticize her choice of a natural look, while others thought that it might have been the magazine’s call instead. “Harper‘s Bizarre and the photographer must really despise Meghan Markle. I can’t imagine any magazine or photographer letting these pictures grace the cover of any magazine,” one person wrote. “I think they forgot the airbrush,” another person added. In the picture, Markle wore a black silk blazer with a cinched waist, the hem was flared, and with a bow detail tying it together in the front. Markle was posted seated...

Purple butterfly sticker near newborns – here’s what it means

Only weeks after Millie Smith and Lewis Cann learned they were having twin baby girls, they learned that only one would survive. On April 30, after 30 weeks of a high-risk pregnancy, Smith delivered identical twins, Callie and Skye, the latter who lived only three hours. Later in neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), Callie slept without her sister in the incubator, with her loving and grieving parents watching over her. In the unit with other babies, an overwhelmed mom of healthy newborn twins innocently told Smith that she was “so lucky” to not have two babies. Crushed by the words, the new mom couldn’t find the words to explain her loss. Then, she realized that Skye’s legacy was to help other families who lose a child, and it came in the form of a purple butterfly. Pregnant dog shows up at couple's doorstep – a few days later, they have 7 puppies to care forPregnant dog shows up at couple's doorstep – a few days later, they have 7 puppies to care for In November 2015 Millie...

10 strange things men may find unattractive about women over 50

Aging is a beautiful, inevitable journey – one that comes with wisdom, confidence, and a stronger sense of self. But let’s be real, dating dynamics can shift over time, and for women over 50, certain traits or habits might be perceived as “unattractive” by some men. Does that mean you need to change? Absolutely not. But understanding these perceptions can be eye-opening and a lot entertaining. So, let’s dive into the top 10 things some men might find unappealing about women over 50 – and why they really shouldn’t matter if you’re living life on your terms. 1. Resistant to change Some men assume that women over 50 are too comfortable in their routines, unwilling to embrace new experiences or spontaneity. But let’s flip the script: being discerning about what you like isn’t the same as being closed-minded. If you know what you want and aren’t afraid to say it, that’s a power move, not a turnoff. Experience brings confidence, and confidence is sexy! 2. Retrospective We all ha...

If you find ticks inside your home, here’s what you should know

I like to think of myself as having love and understanding towards all creatures. Even spiders and snakes – fairly common phobias among humans – don’t freak me out to the point where I’ll actively take steps to avoid them. You could say that I have a high threshold where tolerance for creepy crawlies is concerned… just not with ticks. No, shameful as it is for me to admit, I wouldn’t lose an ounce of sleep if ticks vanished from the world tomorrow, never to be seen again. The thing is, they’re not just annoying (not to mention invasive and, well, enough to make most people’s skin-crawl) but they can actually be dangerous. Ticks can carry debilitating diseases including Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever, so it should go without saying that they’re probably not the best house guests for you to be entertaining… That said, depending on where you live, the time of year, and whether or not you have pets at home, the chances of you encountering ticks can be fairly hig...