On July 16, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a first-of-its-kind oral option that can lower “bad” LDL cholesterol with a daily pill instead of a shot. As ABC News reports, the new pill manufactured by Merck, called Lipfendra, is taken once a day as an accompaniment to a healthy diet and exercise. What […]
If you’ve been thinking about tackling some home improvement projects this summer, don’t delay! The dog days of summer are already here, and before you know it the cold weather will be coming back. These all-too-brief warmer months are ideal for outdoor projects like updating your home’s exterior, and they’re great for any work that […]
The news everyone has been fearing but also expecting has been confirmed by OnePlus — the phone giant is officially quitting the US and Europe, which means no new products will be launched in either region. As TechRadar reports, the writing has been on the wall for the Android pioneer in both regions for months. […]
Meteorologists and hurricane experts are currently tracking “Tropical Depression Two” in the eastern Gulf that is expected to bring heavy rain and gusty winds to much of the Gulf Coast through this week. As AccuWeather reports, a cluster of showers and thunderstorms moved off the west coast of Florida on Friday after producing localized areas […]
National Zoo Keeper Week (NZKW) is celebrated in the third week of July every year, and the week-long observance – which this year is from July 19-25 – aims to appreciate zookeepers’ hard work, conservation efforts, and passion. They’re absolutely essential to the smooth functioning of any zoo and the continuance of the animal care […]
The fashion collab we didn’t know we needed? Gap and Hailey Bieber. As Hypebae reports, the model’s signature off-duty look can now be replicated with “The Hailey Jeans,” a limited-edition denim capsule set to become your new uniform. The collection reimagines Gap’s relaxed pieces through Bieber’s effortlessly understated lens. The lineup delivers pure nostalgia across two laid-back silhouettes. You can […]
Taco Bell has released an official statement and responded to a lawsuit filed by an Ohio resident after federal health officials connected shredded iceberg lettuce served at some of its restaurants to a multistate Cyclospora outbreak. According to the FDA’s July 16 update, the outbreak involves people in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia who […]
HGTV’s big summer of home improvement premieres continues this week, with one returning favorite and a brand new series streaming your way. “Ugliest House in America” returns for Season 8 On Monday, July 20 at 9|8c, HGTV fans will marvel at even more ugly when Ugliest House in America returns with an expanded format now featuring […]
According to the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), the average American eats roughly 20 pounds of ice cream each year, or about 4 gallons. The summer reaches peak temperatures in July, so it makes sense that Americans will reach for a bowl of ice cream as a way to cool off and enjoy the nation’s […]
World Snake Day is on July 16. It honors snakes’ role in maintaining biodiversity, managing pests, and preserving ecosystems. This event also challenges common fears and misconceptions surrounding snakes through education and awareness. Why Snakes Matter in the Scheme of Things World Snake Day raises awareness about snakes’ complex and essential function in nature. They […]