Author: Dorcas Onasa

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are embracing a new chapter of public engagements in the United Kingdom after receiving a warm welcome during their latest visit to Nottingham. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex traveled to the English city, for their first joint public engagement in Britain since returning to the country with their children nearly two months ago. During the visit, the couple met with volunteers, charity workers and community members involved in initiatives supporting young people and families. Following the outing, a representative for the couple shared that the visit had left everyone feeling encouraged by the reception…

More than 20 million Americans enrolled in Medicare are set to receive a one time $90 payment to help offset their Part B premiums, but millions of other beneficiaries will not qualify. The payment, announced by the Trump administration in October, is intended to help eligible recipients cover part of their Medicare costs. According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the rebate is available to qualifying people enrolled in Original Medicare Part B who live in the United States and do not receive Medicaid assistance for their premiums or pay an income related monthly adjustment amount. People enrolled…

President Donald Trump has suggested renaming either the Atlantic or Pacific Ocean, adding another potential geographic name change to a series of moves involving prominent bodies of water and other landmarks. Trump raised the idea during a campaign rally in Clarksville, Tenn., on Saturday, Oct. 10, while speaking to supporters ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm elections. He proposed two possible names, Trump Ocean or Ocean of the Americas, as he considered which ocean might receive a new title. The suggestion follows his earlier efforts to rename the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Ontario, continuing a pattern of proposals that…

Samuel L. Jackson is remembering the meaningful friendship he developed with Stan Lee, the celebrated comic book creator whose imaginative characters became a defining part of popular culture. The 77 year old actor reflected on their connection while attending the Los Angeles premiere of The Beast at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. During the event, Jackson learned that he ranks just behind Lee in cumulative box office revenue across their film roles, highlighting the remarkable reach of their respective careers. For Jackson, however, the connection carried significance beyond their professional achievements. As a child growing up in segregated Tennessee,…

Several counties in central North Carolina faced tornado warnings Sunday, Oct. 11, as warm, humid conditions associated with the remnants of Isaias moved through the state. The National Weather Service issued a tornado watch covering central North Carolina through 5 p.m., alerting residents to the potential for tornadoes as storms developed across the region. The CBS 17 Storm Team had designated Sunday a Weather Alert Day because of the threat of severe weather associated with a warm front linked to the weather system. Multiple tornado warnings were issued throughout the morning and early afternoon, including alerts for portions of Harnett,…

As temperatures drop and daylight hours grow shorter, finding the motivation to exercise can become more difficult. A trip to the gym may feel less appealing when the couch, a warm blanket and a favorite television show are calling. But staying active during the fall season does not have to mean forcing yourself through a demanding workout. Cozy cardio offers a more relaxed approach to movement by combining physical activity with the small comforts that make everyday life enjoyable. That might mean walking while listening to a podcast, stretching in comfortable pajamas or dancing to favorite songs at home. The…

The remnants of Hurricane Isaias continued to pose dangerous weather conditions across the Southeast and parts of the Eastern U.S. on Saturday, Oct. 10, with the potential for flash flooding, damaging winds and tornadoes even after the storm lost its tropical characteristics. Isaias made landfall near Destin, Florida, on Friday evening as a Category 2 hurricane, bringing powerful wind gusts, coastal flooding and widespread power outages. More than 850,000 customers were without electricity in the storm’s aftermath. Although the system has weakened, forecasters warned that its inland impacts could persist through Sunday, particularly in areas vulnerable to flooding and severe…

Feeling unusually energized or mentally sharp may seem like a sign that you can keep going. New research suggests your brain may have a different message. A productive afternoon may not tell the whole story Picture this: It is midafternoon, but instead of feeling sluggish, you are unusually focused. Your work is moving quickly, your concentration feels strong and the tasks you have been putting off suddenly seem easy. It can be tempting to take that burst of energy as permission to keep working. But a new study suggests that unusually strong mental performance may not always mean you have…

President Donald Trump is leaving his weekend football plans up to the weather. The 80 year old, who earlier said he intended to be in the stands for Saturday’s Alabama Georgia matchup, adjusted his stance this week as Hurricane Isaias closes in on the Gulf Coast. The storm is projected to make landfall Friday, Oct. 9, and then move north, just a day before the Oct. 10 contest in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Trump says the storm will make the call Speaking from the Oval Office on Wednesday, Oct. 7, Trump described the situation as a rare pairing of a major weather…

Antidepressants have become a common part of healthcare in the United States, with about 1 in 6 American adults taking the medications, according to recent research. Their use has also increased as anxiety and depression have become more common, particularly since the COVID-19 pandemic. That trend has prompted a growing debate over whether these medications are being prescribed too often. Some researchers have raised concerns about unnecessary treatment and the challenges some patients face when they eventually decide they want to stop taking their medication. The reality, however, is more complicated than simply counting prescriptions. Antidepressants can provide meaningful benefits…