Author: Shekari Philemon

Arthritis affects tens of millions of people worldwide, and for many of them, standard medical treatments provide only partial relief. That gap has driven a significant turn toward complementary and alternative approaches, with surveys consistently showing that a large majority of arthritis patients have tried supplements, herbal remedies, or other non-prescription interventions at some point in their journey. The landscape of arthritis remedies is vast, uneven, and often confusing. Some options carry meaningful scientific support. Others are more speculative. Here is a closer look at eleven approaches generating real discussion among researchers and clinicians, along with a few that may…

Everyone knows exercise is good for them. The evidence is overwhelming and has been for decades. Regular physical activity improves mood, sharpens energy, deepens sleep, and over time dramatically reduces the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers. Even a handful of sessions can produce noticeable changes in how a person feels day to day. And yet the majority of Americans are still not getting enough of it. That gap between knowing and doing is one of the most persistent puzzles in public health, and researchers are getting closer to understanding why it exists and what actually closes it.…

No one escapes it. Whether it arrives suddenly or at the end of a long and painful road, grief finds every person eventually. And yet, for something so universal, it remains one of the most poorly understood experiences in modern life. People rush through it, minimize it, and quietly expect it to resolve on a predictable schedule. Experts say that approach does more harm than good. Loss is a unifier. It transcends age, background, and circumstance, and when met with honesty and patience, it can become a path toward deeper compassion for yourself and the people around you. Understanding what…

Wayne Brady is not letting his long-running conflict with Bill Maher fade quietly into the background. During a recent appearance on a podcast hosted by Sarah Jones, Brady addressed the tension between himself and the talk show host with unusual directness, making clear that the years between them have done nothing to change his view of Maher or the comments that first set things off. He took particular issue with the idea that Maher’s relationships with Black people in his personal life should serve as a defense against criticism of his public statements. He dismissed that argument outright, drawing a…

A viral social media post from longevity advocate Bryan Johnson recently brought an unusual topic into mainstream conversation. Johnson shared his girlfriend’s vaginal microbiome test results online, praising her score and breaking down what the panel measures. The post drew tens of millions of views and ignited a debate about privacy, oversharing and a genuinely important question that got somewhat buried in the noise: what is the vaginal microbiome, and does the average woman actually need to test it? The vaginal microbiome refers to the community of bacteria living in the vagina. In a healthy state, it is largely dominated…

Barack Obama and Larry David are officially doing a show together, and based on everything the teaser clip reveals, the dynamic between the two of them is going to be something worth watching. The former president appeared in a video posted to HBO Max’s social media account on Thursday alongside the comedian to announce the upcoming series, titled Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness, and the clip made clear that neither of them is taking this entirely seriously, which is precisely what makes it work. Obama opened the teaser by placing the collaboration in a rather dramatic context. He…

New York Knicks playoff fever has officially spilled off the court and into the streets, and Jay-Z found himself at the center of it. Following Game 2 of the Knicks’ second-round series against the Philadelphia 76ers, the rap mogul was surrounded by a growing crowd outside Madison Square Garden as he searched for his car. Videos of the scene spread quickly online, capturing a moment that felt equal parts chaotic, surreal and unmistakably New York. The 55-year-old Brooklyn native was visibly drained as fans pressed in around him. He remained composed throughout the encounter, but the situation escalated quickly as…

Meghan Markle is reportedly unhappy following a joke made about her on Saturday Night Live, and according to those familiar with her thinking, the fallout could affect her relationship with the network that aired it. The comment, delivered during the Weekend Update segment by Colin Jost, referenced Meghan in a royal-themed bit involving King Charles III and Prince Harry. Those close to her say she did not take it lightly. The joke, which drew on sharp language to describe the duchess, landed differently than typical celebrity ribbing. People in her circle describe her reaction as one of genuine hurt rather…

Cynthia Bailey is grieving the loss of one of her closest friends. The Real Housewives of Atlanta star has spoken out following the death of renowned fashion designer and celebrity stylist Kithe Brewster, who passed away this week at the age of 60. For Bailey, the loss is deeply personal, the kind that goes well beyond professional admiration and into something that feels much more like family. Bailey described Brewster as someone who was far more than a creative collaborator. Their bond, by her account, was built on years of trust, loyalty and genuine affection. She remembered him not only…

A California judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought against Will Smith by his former touring violinist, closing at least one chapter of a legal dispute that drew significant attention when it was first filed late last year. The ruling, issued on May 4 by Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Michael Shultz, determined that the claims lacked sufficient legal grounding to proceed. The lawsuit was filed in December by Brian King Joseph, who performed with Smith during the actor and rapper’s Based on a True Story 2025 concert tour. Joseph alleged that he was let go from the tour in…