Author: Dorcas Onasa

A common sign of gum problems may be connected to long term brain health, according to new research from Japan. A decade long study involving nearly 1,400 adults found that people with more extensive gum bleeding were more likely to develop dementia during the study period than those with fewer signs of bleeding. The association was also observed specifically with Alzheimer’s disease, adding to a growing body of research examining the relationship between oral health and cognitive health. The findings, published in The Journal of Clinical Periodontology, do not establish that gum problems cause dementia. Instead, they identify an association…

Keke Palmer is embracing a new kind of friendship as motherhood continues to shape her life. The actress and entertainer, 33, recently opened up about the close circle of fellow moms she met after enrolling her son, Leodis “Leo” Andrellton Jackson, in his first school. What began as a connection through their children has grown into a supportive friendship network that Palmer says has become an important part of her life. The group has also introduced Palmer to activities and experiences she might not have discovered on her own, giving her a fresh social routine outside of her work and…

The advice to love yourself pops up everywhere, from social media captions to wellness podcasts to well-meaning pep talks. For plenty of people, though, it feels like an impossible place to begin. After a stressful week, an embarrassing slip or a frustrating setback, jumping straight to confidence and total self-acceptance can seem out of reach. A gentler starting point is asking whether you can treat yourself with the basic care you would offer a friend having a rough day. That approach is called self compassion. It does not mean pretending everything is fine, skirting responsibility or deciding mistakes are irrelevant.…

Keke Palmer can still vividly recall the first time her baby son got sick, and the emotions of that day have stuck with her. The 33 year old actress said she felt horrified as she watched him struggle. She added that the sensation can come rushing back in an instant, even years later. Palmer explained that the fear was rooted in a brand new kind of love. For the first time, she cared so deeply about someone who could do nothing to help himself, and that powerlessness hit hard. Palmer is now mom to a 3 year old, Leodis Andrellton…

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are adjusting to a new normal after their move back to Britain and that includes finding a new school for their two children. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have pulled son Archie, 7, and daughter Lilibet, 5, from the school they enrolled them in just weeks ago, following discussions with their private security detail about the challenges of safely navigating the school run. Why the family made the switch A spokesperson for the couple said the decision stemmed from conversations between the family and their protection team about the practical realities of their day…

Watching the NFL no longer means simply turning on the same television package every Sunday. As more games move to streaming platforms, football fans may need several subscriptions to keep up with the full 2026 season. Local broadcasts remain important, but exclusive games on Prime Video, Netflix and other services have made following every matchup more complicated and potentially more expensive. For fans who want the widest possible access, the combination of a live TV service, NFL Sunday Ticket, Prime Video and Netflix provides one of the clearest paths to following nearly the entire season. Depending on the services and…

Meghan Markle is giving fans a glimpse of what family life looks like after her return to the U.K. with Prince Harry and their two children. The Duchess of Sussex, 45, shared a short video on Instagram on Sept. 13, offering a peek at the family’s time in the English countryside after relocating from California for an extended stay in Britain. The 35 second montage features Meghan, Harry, Prince Archie, 7, Princess Lilibet, 5, and the family’s dogs, Pula and Mia, enjoying a series of relaxed outdoor moments. Among the sweetest details is Archie’s voice. As he runs alongside his…

Kerry Washington and her husband, Nnamdi Asomugha, rarely let cameras into their relationship but this week, the couple made an exception. The pair stepped out together on, attending Jay-Z’s concert at Stade de France in Paris. Washington documented the outing on her Instagram Stories, giving followers a brief but memorable look at their evening. A night of music and surprises The clip Washington shared was set to Jay-Z’s track Public Service Announcement (Interlude) and included an on screen label noting the rapper’s Paris stop. Footage showed Washington and Asomugha singing along and swaying to the music, interspersed with shots of…

Setting boundaries can be uncomfortable, particularly if you are accustomed to putting other people’s needs ahead of your own. Whether it is a friend who frequently calls when you are trying to unwind, a family member who asks intrusive questions or a colleague who expects you to remain available outside work hours, knowing where your limits are can make relationships healthier and more manageable. Boundaries are essentially the limits people establish around how they want to be treated and what they are willing to accept in their relationships. They can also apply to the way you use your own time,…

As beauty trends like looksmaxxing and the popularity of weight-loss medications continue to dominate conversations around appearance, more people are finding themselves fixated on how they look. While taking pride in your appearance isn’t inherently harmful, mental health professionals say there’s a point where that focus can shift into something that warrants closer attention. Why beauty and wellness trends can affect mental health Current trends create constant opportunities to chase perceived flaws, even if no single trend causes a problem on its own. These patterns can turn everyday insecurities into something larger over time. Social media plays a significant role…