Author: Shekari Philemon

Sleep apnea affects an estimated 50 million Americans, and roughly 80 percent of them do not know they have it. That gap between prevalence and awareness has always been concerning. A major new study has made it significantly more so. Research analyzing electronic health records from more than 11 million patients over a 23-year period has found that people with untreated sleep apnea face nearly double the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease compared to those who receive treatment. The findings, drawn from one of the most comprehensive datasets ever applied to this question, suggest that what happens during sleep may…

Baby teeth are often thought of as temporary placeholders, a set of starter teeth that exist only to be replaced. But pediatric health research tells a more interesting story. Also called primary, deciduous, or milk teeth, these early teeth play a meaningful role in a child’s physical development, and emerging science suggests they may even carry information about what a baby experienced before birth. For parents focused on everything from teething pain to proper brushing habits, understanding why baby teeth matter is worth the attention. Development begins far earlier than most people realize. Around six weeks of gestation, tooth buds…

Parents who show up consistently, provide stability, and stay involved in their children’s lives are often doing everything they believe a good parent should do. And yet something can still feel slightly off. Not dramatic or obvious, just a quiet sense that the closeness they expected to feel is somehow just out of reach. The distance, when it comes, rarely traces back to a single moment or failure. It builds slowly, through a pattern of small choices that each make perfect sense on their own. Understanding what drives that pattern is the first step toward changing it. When providing replaces…

Most people treat constipation as a passing nuisance, something the body will eventually sort out on its own. But sluggish digestion rarely stays contained to one corner of your health. It can sap energy, cloud mental focus, dull skin, and dampen immune function. The gut is not an isolated system. It is woven into nearly every process the body runs. For years the guidance has been frustratingly vague. Eat more fiber. Drink more water. While those principles still hold, a comprehensive new review analyzing 75 randomized controlled trials goes far deeper, identifying the specific foods, supplements, and drinks that genuinely…

It does not always announce itself. There is rarely a defining moment where roles are formally reversed or expectations are spoken aloud. But  some parents, a subtle and powerful dynamic takes shape early, one where the child gradually learns that a parent’s emotional comfort is, at least in part, their responsibility. It begins through small signals. A silence that feels heavier than silence. A shift in tone that lingers past the moment that caused it. A reaction that does not quite resolve until the child says or does the right thing. Over time, the child starts mapping this emotional terrain…

When Taraji P. Henson appeared alongside Tyrese Gibson in director John Singleton’s Baby Boy in 2001, the industry took notice. She was a female lead in a high-profile film from one of Hollywood’s most respected voices, and the people around her at the time were convinced a major career explosion was inevitable. The buzz was real, and the expectations were high. But Henson, even then, was not entirely swept up in it. Something told her that the path ahead would look different from what everyone around her was predicting. And as the years unfolded, that instinct proved accurate in ways…

The relationship between Nicki Minaj and President Donald Trump is showing no signs of cooling. The rapper is reportedly set to attend the White House Correspondents’ dinner on April 26, marking her most prominent appearance yet within Washington’s political social calendar. The event also represents a notable milestone for Trump, who is expected to attend the dinner for the first time after skipping it during his first term and again the previous year. The two appearing at the same event in this setting would be the clearest public signal yet that what began as an online exchange has solidified into…

On a recent episode of her podcast, Michelle Obama sat down with WNBA star Angel Reese for a candid conversation about one of the more complicated realities facing successful women: finding a partner who is genuinely comfortable with their drive. What unfolded was a frank exchange about ambition, security, and the outdated expectations that continue to shape how women navigate relationships. The conversation was sparked by Reese’s reflections on her younger brother’s dating life. The 23-year-old basketball star spoke about wanting him to eventually find a partner who matches his energy and pushes him forward, noting that it takes a…

The Drama, the dark romantic comedy starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, is reportedly headed to digital streaming next month. The film, which opened in theaters nationwide on April 3, is expected to become available for home viewing via premium video on demand as early as May 5, according to a streaming tracker that monitors studio release patterns. The film’s studio, A24, has not officially confirmed the date, and it remains subject to change. When it does arrive on digital platforms, viewers will be able to purchase the film outright or rent it for a limited window across several major platforms…

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is the latest Washington landmark to enter President Donald Trump’s ongoing renovation agenda. During remarks to reporters Thursday, the president announced that his administration is moving forward with plans to apply a new surface to the pool’s stone floor, a swimming pool-style coating described as made from an industrial-grade material. The color selected for the new surface is what the president called American flag blue. Construction has already begun. Contractors reportedly started work on the stones earlier this week, with the surface application getting underway Thursday. Trump estimated the project will be completed in roughly…